Policy LP23 Local Green Spaces and Other Important Open Space Evidence Report

Policy LP23 Local Green Spaces and other Important Open Space Evidence Report

Proposed Submission April 2016

Contents

1. Introduction and Policy Context...... 2 2 Central Lincolnshire Context in Relation to Policy LP23 ...... 2 3 Local Plan Policy: Preliminary Draft ...... 3 4 Local Plan Policy: Further Draft...... 3 5 Local Plan Policy: Submission Draft ...... 5 6 Alternative Reasonable Options ...... 5

Appendix 1: Central Lincolnshire Local Green Space Assessment

1. Introduction and Policy Context

Introduction 1.1 A joint Local Plan for the Central Lincolnshire area is being produced which will set the framework for how development will be considered across the districts of the City of Lincoln, North Kesteven and West Lindsey to 2036.

1.2 This Evidence Report (which is one of a collection) provides background information and justification for policy LP23, which relates to Local Green Space (LGS) and existing Important Open Space designation. Please note the policy numbering for this policy has changed in the Proposed Submission Local Plan from LP22 (in the Further Draft) to LP23.

National policy 1.3 The National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) was published in March 2012 and the National Planning Practice Guidance (NPPG) was introduced in 2014 which offers ‘live’ government guidance. The NPPF introduced a new LGS designation which is for open spaces important to local communities.

1.4 Section 8 of the NPPF concerns “promoting healthy communities” and there is a separate section on “Plan-making”. The following points are particularly relevant:

 Paragraph 73- “Access to high quality open spaces and opportunities for sport and recreation can make an important contribution to the health and well-being of communities”.

 Paragraph 76- Local communities through local and neighbourhood plans should be able to identify for special protection green areas of particular importance to them. By designating land as Local Green Space local communities will be able to rule out new development other than in very special circumstances.

 Paragraph 77- The Local Green Space designation will not be appropriate for most green areas or open spaces. The designation should only be used:

. Where the green space is in reasonably close proximity to the community it serves; . Where the green area is demonstrably special to a local community and holds a particular local significance, for example because of its beauty, historic significance, recreational value, tranquillity or richness of wildlife; and . Where the green area concerned is local in character and not an extensive tract of land.

 Paragraph 78- Local policy for managing development within a Local Green Space should be consistent with Policy for Green Belts.

1.5 The above NPPF policy has been taken into account in preparing the Local Plan as a whole, and policy LP23 in particular.

2 Central Lincolnshire Context in Relation to Policy LP23

2.1 Open spaces make a significant contribution to local communities and the environment within Central Lincolnshire. Accessible, good quality open spaces provide opportunities for 2

physical exercise and places to meet, impacting positively on health and wellbeing and social cohesion. These spaces also have environmental benefits, including supporting biodiversity, flood risk management and contributing to landscape and townscape character and the setting of the built environment.

2.2 Within the existing Local Plans which cover the Central Lincolnshire area, there are areas within villages identified as Visual Amenity Areas (North Kesteven) and Important Open Spaces (West Lindsey) which are important to the character and amenity of rural settlements. There are also open spaces designated as Critical Natural Assets, Basic Natural Stock and Functional Open Space within the existing Local Plan for the City of Lincoln that contribute to townscape character and provide important spaces for sport and recreation in the urban area.

2.3 A key issue facing the Central Lincolnshire Authorities is balancing the need to retain access to and protect high quality open spaces, whilst delivering significant growth in new homes and jobs with improved infrastructure.

3 Local Plan Policy: Preliminary Draft

3.1 The Preliminary Draft version of the Local Plan (published for consultation in October – November 2014) included a policy on LGSs and sought nomination of sites by the local community to be considered for allocation as LGS. The policy did not make reference to existing open spaces in the adopted Central Lincolnshire Local Plans.

3.2 There was general support for the aims of the policy. Key issues raised during the consultation on the Preliminary Draft Local Plan are summarised below:  There was objection to how the wording of the policy implies that LGSs have the same status as Green Belt land;  One respondent felt the policy was too vague and should include criteria to guide development that would be acceptable in a LGS designation;  Definition should be extended to cover green space between settlements  Guidance in Appendix B could be more detailed.

3.3 There were a number of sites nominated for allocation as LGS. These nominations and the assessment and justification as to whether they meet the LGS criteria as set out in the NPPF, can be found in Appendix 1 to this report. 4 Local Plan Policy: Further Draft

4.1 The policy in the Further Draft version of the Local Plan (published for consultation in October – November 2015) was amended in response to comments received during the consultation on the Preliminary Draft Local Plan. The wording of the policy was amended to address the comments regarding status of LGSs in relation to Green Belt land. The policy wasn’t amended to include criteria to guide development, but stated that development would only be acceptable in very special circumstances and with support from the local community. This was felt to be sufficient alongside national policy set out in the NPPF.

4.2 Those green spaces considered to meet the criteria for LGS designation were shown on the Further Draft Local Plan Policies Map as “Local Designated Greenspace”. At this Further Draft stage, “Potential LGS to be assessed” sites were also shown on the Policies Map, with the intention of assessing these sites against the LGS NPPF criteria, as the importance of existing open spaces to local communities was highlighted during the 3

Preliminary Draft consultation. These were areas within villages identified as Visual Amenity Areas (North Kesteven) and Important Open Spaces (West Lindsey) within the existing Central Lincolnshire Local Plans.

4.3 Various comments were received in relation to policy LP23 (then known as LP22) during the consultation on the Further Draft Local Plan. There were mixed views on the policy. In some instances the policy was generally supported, but detailed comments and suggestions were made by others as to how the policy wording could be improved. The key issues raised in relation to the policy as drafted in the Further Draft included:  The policy should be supported by a detailed landscape assessment;  Concern that existing open spaces designated in the currently adopted Local Plans for the area are not shown on the Policies Map or protected by policy;  Concern around the requirement that only proposals that will protect and enhance LGS, and are demonstrably supported by the local community, will be permitted. The policy contains no additional guidance as to how a proposal should seek to be demonstrably supported;  Policy is not justified over and above other green infrastructure policies that are in place.

4.4 In addition to comments on the policy wording, there were a number of representations in relation to the Polices Map.

4.5 Current or proposed LGS were supported in part or whole at the following:  Nocton  Heighington  Potterhanworth  Hemswell Cliff  Cherry Willingham  Skellingthorpe  Branston  Canwick  Saxilby  Fiskerton

4.6 Current or proposed LGSs were objected to in part or whole at the following:  Cherry Willingham  Skellingthorpe  Nettleham  South Hykeham  Market Rasen  Fiskerton

4.7 Objections were received to sites that did not meet the LGS criteria and had not been designated on the Policies Map at/near:  Grayingham

4.8 New LGSs nominations were received at/near:  Brattleby  Keelby  Ruskington  Heighington  Scotter  Caistor  Lincoln 4

 Fiskerton  Riseholme  Hemswell Cliff  Scothern  Saxilby  Metheringham

4.9 These further LGS nominations have been assessed in the same way as the nominations submitted as part of the Preliminary Draft stage. These nominations and the assessment and justification as to whether they meet the LGS criteria as set out in the NPPF, can be found in Appendix 1 to this report.

5 Local Plan Policy: Submission Draft

5.1 Comments made during the Further Draft consultation have been duly considered and the Proposed Submission version of policy LP23 and the proposed Policies Map have been revised from the Further Draft versions.

5.2 In light of the key issues raised above in 4.3, policy wording that required proposals to be demonstrably supported by the local community has been removed.

5.3 Additional wording has been inserted into the policy which safeguards existing Important Open Space and sets out criteria against which development proposals will be considered. This address concerns raised at the Further Draft stage that existing open spaces designated in the adopted Local Plans for the area are not protected by policy.

5.4 The proposed approach to existing open spaces at the Further Draft Stage was to assess these sites against the LGS criteria contained within the NPPF. This approach has been dismissed due to the considerable resources that would be needed to undertake a thorough assessment, and due to the requirement in the NPPF for local communities, rather than local authorities, to identify sites for LGS designation. The approach for the Proposed Submission stage has therefore been to undertake a desk based review of existing open space designations in the adopted Local Plans (Visual Amenity Areas in North Kesteven, Important Open Spaces in West Lindsey and, Critical Natural Assets, Basic Natural Stock and Functional Open Spaces in Lincoln) to check whether their status has changed since they were first designated (for example, whether the site has been developed for another use, such as housing) or whether the site is proposed for an alternative use in the Proposed Submission Local Plan. In Lincoln, where existing open space designations also fell within a Green wedge designation, the Green Wedge designation is shown on the Policies Map and the open space designation has not been taken forward. This avoids sites or areas being designated twice for broadly the same reasons.

5.5 Those green spaces considered to meet the criteria for LGS designation are shown on the Proposed Submission Local Plan Policies Map as “Local Green Space” and existing Important Open Space is shown as “Important Open Space”.

5.6 Where there were objections at the Further Draft stage to proposed LGS designations, or to sites that had not been designated, these sites were reconsidered by the Local Plan Team (see Table 5-1). 6 Alternative Reasonable Options

6.1 The inclusion of existing Important Open Spaces within policy LP23 and on the Policies Map in the Proposed Submission Local Plan has resulted in the consideration of alternative options that were not considered at the Preliminary or Further Draft stage. 5

6.2 The following alternative options have been considered for this policy. (Option 1 is the preferred policy approach which has been included in the Proposed Submission version.)

6.3 Option 2: Local Policy which protects LGSs on the Policies Map in line with the NPPF, which rules out development on these sites other than in very special circumstances. This option was the preferred approach in the Further Draft Local Plan, but has now been discounted in light of the representations received at the Further Draft stage.

6.4 Option 3: Do not protect LGSs and other Important Open Spaces within the Local Plan. This option has been discounted as the NPPF is clear that local communities should be able to identify for special protection green areas of particular importance to them and that existing open spaces should be protected from development, unless specific criteria can be met. 7 Conclusion

7.1 This Evidence Report demonstrates the rationale for the proposed policy as contained in the April 2016 Proposed Submission Local Plan April. We hope this helps demonstrate how we have responded to comments received during both the Preliminary and Further Draft consultations, as well as how the latest evidence and national guidance has been taken into account.

Table 5-1. Response to objections to Local Green Space designations raised through Further Draft Local Plan consultation Site ID Name of Site Parish Further Draft Proposed Justification and Address Plan Status Submission Local Plan Status LGS198 Open Space Grayingham Rejected as a Rejected as a The site has been Croft House, LGS LGS. reconsidered against Grayingham Designated as the LGS criteria but is Important Open still not considered to Space sufficiently meet the criteria, primarily due to the site being a private garden. The site is currently designated in the adopted West Lindsey Local Plan (2006) as Important Open Space and this designation has been carried forward into the Proposed Submission Local Plan. LGS200 High Street Cherry Designated as a LGS designation The site was Allotment, Cherry Willingham LGS has been mistaken for a parish Willingham removed. owned, publicly accessible allotment site. As a private allotment with limited access, the site does not sufficiently meet the LGS criteria and therefore has been de-allocated in the Proposed Submission Local Plan.

Appendix 1: Central Lincolnshire Local Green Space Assessment (Updated April 2016) 1. Introduction This document provides the methodology and rationale for the selection of sites for Local Green Space (LGS) designation in the Central Lincolnshire Proposed Submission Local Plan.

LGS is a new national designation that has been introduced by the Government through the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF)1. Local communities have the opportunity through the development of the Local Plan and Neighbourhood Plans to identify green areas for special protection that are particularly important to them.

The NPPF is clear that LGS designation will not be appropriate for most green areas or open space. Principally, they must be locally special and unique in the benefits that they provide to local communities. Paragraph 77 of the NPPF sets out the criteria for designating LGS Sites. See Section 2 Methodology for further information on this criteria and how it has been applied in Central Lincolnshire.

Further national guidance on LGS is provided in the National Planning Practice Guidance2. 2. Methodology Step 1 Sites Submissions The NPPF is clear that it is local communities that should identify potential LGSs, through Local and Neighbourhood Plans. Local communities were given the opportunity to submit LGSs during the Preliminary Draft Local Plan Consultation (October/November 2014) and the Further Draft Local Plan Consultation (October/November 2015). They were asked to provide a map of the space and supporting information as to how they believed the space meets the criteria for Local Green Space designation. Comments were also made on Appendix B of the Draft Plan, which set out the criteria for LGS designation and how it would be applied in Central Lincolnshire.

Additional opportunities for the submission of sites for potential LGS designation were provided in December 2014, when Parish Councils were given an opportunity to submit sites for consideration as part of a verification consultation for the Central Lincolnshire Open Space Audit and Assessment; and again in July 2015, when the City of Lincoln Council provided residents with an opportunity to nominate sites through Your Lincoln, the City Council’s resident newsletter3. The City of Lincoln Council submitted these nominations as a representation to the Further Draft Local Plan and they are included in the assessment in Appendix 2b.

Step 3 Site Sieve Sites submitted for consideration as LGSs were assessed by Officers in the Local Plan Team on a site by site basis. Each site was plotted on GIS and given a unique ID reference number. Unfortunately, on some occasions it was not possible to identify LGS nominations from the information that was provided with the site submission. Reasons for this include the omission of a site map clearly showing the location of the open space and site boundaries and general statements such as all open space in a particular village or parish or just the name of a village. These sites were removed from the assessment process with a justification (see Appendix 1a).

1 https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/6077/2116950.pdf 2 http://planningguidance.planningportal.gov.uk/ 3 http://www.lincoln.gov.uk/your-council/news-and-media/your-lincoln/ A further site sieve was undertaken for those sites that were considered to be an extensive tract of land, not in close proximity to the community they serve, sites that were not accessible at the time of a site visit and sites that were considered to be linear corridors to protect public rights of way. These sites were also removed from further assessment with a justification (see Appendix 1b).

Step 2 Site Assessment For each site remaining after the site sieving process, information was obtained on planning history, existing designations and status of the site in relation to emerging allocations in the Local Plan. Each site was then visited between April and June 2015, and in February 2016, by a Planning Officer and observations were recorded against the criteria in Table 2-1.

The criteria set out in Table 2-1 has been used to assess LGS submissions. This criteria was consulted on through the Preliminary Draft Local Plan as Appendix B to the Plan, and has been amended to take into account comments made on this part of the Plan.

Table 2-1. Explanation of Criteria for designating LGSs in Central Lincolnshire Local Green Space Criteria Explanation The NPPF does not define ‘close proximity’. 1. Are in close proximity to the community

they serve The Central Lincolnshire Authorities have defined this as a Local Green Space should be in easy walking distance (up to 300m or a 5 minute walk) from the local community it serves and must not be isolated or distant from communities. The NPPF doesn’t define what is considered to 2. Are local in character and not an be ‘an extensive tract of land’. extensive tract of land

The Central Lincolnshire Authorities have not set a specific size limit for a Local Green Space. Blanket designations of swathes of open countryside adjacent to settlements or long distance linear routes would not be appropriate (for example Green Wedges). 3. Demonstrably special to the local For an open space to be designated as a Local community because of its: Green Space it must meet at least one of the a. Beauty demonstrably special criteria b. Historic significance  Beauty: enhances local character, adds to c. Recreational value the setting of a building or groups of d. Tranquillity buildings; e. Richness of its wildlife  Historic significance: listed building near or on area/open space, provide the setting of and/or views of listed building or historic assets such as a war memorial whose setting needs protecting. Also historic landscape features, such as ancient trees or old hedgerows;  Recreational value: play area, allotments, informal spaces in housing estates, sports and playing fields (not already covered by a designation);  Tranquillity: spaces that are calm and allow for quiet enjoyment and reflection;

 Richness of its wildlife: provides for biodiversity, geodiversity, known protected species, and/or priority habitats;

Local Green Space designations are not 4. Consistent with the local planning of normally appropriate for sites with existing sustainable development and planning permission/allocated in the Local Plan complement investment in sufficient or Neighbourhood Plan for other uses unless it homes, jobs and other essential can be demonstrated that the Local Green services. Space can be incorporated within the site as part of the development.

The decision to designate areas for Local Green Space protection will be based on a balanced approach, considering all relevant criteria and needs within the area.

Application of demonstrably special criteria In relation to the 5 demonstrably special criteria set out above in Table 2-1, Local Plan Officers considered the following:

Beauty Whether an open space is beautiful can be open to interpretation. Assessment against this criterion took into account:  The visual attractiveness of the site as a whole;  The contribution the site makes to landscape or townscape character and local distinctiveness;  The contribution the site makes to the physical form and layout of a settlement or neighbourhood.  Whether the site offers long views through or beyond a settlement or neighbourhood or views of locally valued landmarks.

Historic Significance The assessment of historic significance has been informed by consideration of:  Whether the site provides a setting for heritage assets or other locally valued landmarks;  Whether the site contains any historical features, such as ancient trees;  Whether the site is associated with a historical figure or event;  Whether there are any regular, historical events such as a village fete that are regularly held on the site;  The Lincolnshire Historic Environment Record.

Recreational Value Most open spaces will meet this criteria. In general, sites should offer a variety of recreational opportunities, formal or informal.

Tranquillity The Tranquillity Map prepared by the CPRE4 was used to identify whether a site was located in an area that can be described as tranquil. Sites need to demonstrate a feeling of remoteness and quiet contemplation for the majority of the site and a general lack of artificial noise such as road traffic or nearby industry.

4 http://maps.cpre.org.uk/ 3

Richness of Wildlife Many open spaces offer some benefit to wildlife. For a site to meet this criterion, there would need to be evidence that it is rich in wildlife, such as records, ecological evidence or expert advice. Sites already designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest, National or Local Nature Reserve were not considered appropriate for LGS designation as these are considered to be adequately protected by national legislation and other policies in the plan.

 Include a priority habitat as defined in the Lincolnshire Biodiversity Action Plan;  Include important landscape features, such as veteran trees, ancient woodland or ancient hedgerows;  Be designated as a Local Wildlife Site.

Step 3 Selecting sites for LGS designation A detailed database record for each site was created based on information submitted from the consultations identified in step 1 above, site visits and desk based research. A list of sites suitable for LGS designation was drawn from these detailed records along with a justification as to why each site was suitable or why it had been rejected. A total of 74 sites are recommended for designation as a LGS.

Table 2-2 below identifies whether a site is recommended for designation or not and provides a summary of performance against the NPPF criteria. See section 3 for next steps to formally designate sites as LGS.

A comprehensive assessment against the selection criteria for each submitted space, including site maps, can be viewed in Appendix 2a and 2b. The sites are listed by settlement in alphabetical order.

Table 2-2 Summary of LGS Recommendations and Performance against NPPF Criteria Demonstrably Demonstrably Demonstrably Demonstrably Demonstrably Suitable for special: special: special: Site ID Name of Site Parish special: special: designation? historic recreational richness of Beauty tranquillity significance value wildlife

Preliminary Draft Local Plan Stage Heathfield Play Branston and No No No No No No LGS128 Field Mere Branston and Branston and Yes No No No Yes No LGS65 Mere Playing Field Mere Moor Lane Yes No No No Yes No Branston and LGS66 Recreation Mere Ground Branston Booths Branston and Yes No No No Yes No LGS67 Play Area Mere Branston and Yes Yes No. Yes Yes Yes LGS71 The Jungle Mere Branston and Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No LGS74 Waterwheel Lane Mere Canwick Playing Yes No No No Yes No LGS62 Field and Bowls Canwick Club Cherry Yes No Yes No No Yes LGS17 Gilberts Pond Willingham The Parade Cherry Yes Yes No No No No LGS18 Amenity Space Willingham Amenity Space, Cherry No No No No No No LGS19 Minster Drive Willingham Amenity space off Cherry Yes Yes No No No No LGS199 Fiskerton Road Willingham Waterford Lane Cherry No No No No No No LGS20 amenity space Willingham High Street Cherry No No No No No Yes LGS200 Allotment Willingham Open space, Croft No No No No No No LGS198 Grayingham House 5

Demonstrably Demonstrably Demonstrably Demonstrably Demonstrably Suitable for special: special: special: Site ID Name of Site Parish special: special: designation? historic recreational richness of Beauty tranquillity significance value wildlife Station Road Yes No No No Yes No LGS3 Recreation Heighington Ground Potterhanworth Yes No No No Yes No LGS4 Heighington Road Sports Field Larne Road Play No No No No No No LGS132 Lincoln Area High Dyke Open Yes No Yes No Yes No LGS179 Navenby Space Chapel Lane No No No No No No LGS194 Navenby amenity space LGS174 Nocton Allotments Nocton Yes No No Yes Yes Yes Nocton Village Yes Yes Yes No Yes No LGS175 Nocton Green Nocton Hall Yes No Yes No No No LGS176 Former Pleasure Nocton Gardens Nocton Playing Yes No No No Yes No LGS177 Nocton Field Nocton Park Yes No No No Yes No Recreation LGS178 Nocton Ground and Playing Field Mill Lane North Yes No No No No Yes LGS133 Cemetery Hykeham North Hykeham No No No No No No Robert Pattinson North LGS134 Academy Playing Hykeham Fields Amenity space off North No No No No No No LGS137 Dore Avenue Hykeham Grange Park Play North Yes No No No Yes No LGS138 Area Hykeham

Demonstrably Demonstrably Demonstrably Demonstrably Demonstrably Suitable for special: special: special: Site ID Name of Site Parish special: special: designation? historic recreational richness of Beauty tranquillity significance value wildlife Amenity space off North No No No No No No LGS139 Lady Bower Close Hykeham Chapel Lane North Yes No No No Yes Yes LGS140 Allotments Hykeham Amenity space Yes Yes No No No No North LGS141 corner of Mill Lane Hykeham and Chapel Lane Amenity space off North No No No No No No LGS143 Hutson Drive Hykeham North Hykeham No No No No No No North LGS144 Youth Centre Hykeham Sports Area Dorchester Way North Yes No No No Yes No LGS145 Open Space Hykeham Amenity Space off North Yes No No No No No LGS146 Laburnum Close. Hykeham Glebe Park Play North Yes No No No Yes No LGS147 Area Hykeham Hykeham Bowling North Yes No No No Yes No LGS148 Club Hykeham North Yes No No No Yes No LGS149 Glebe Park Hykeham Chapel Fields North Yes partly Yes No No Yes No LGS151 Sports Area Hykeham Cranbourne North Yes No No No Yes No LGS152 Chase Play Area Hykeham North Yes Yes No No Yes No LGS154 Witham Fields Hykeham Amenity Space, North No No No No No No LGS155 Fen House Hykeham Derwent Close North No No No No No No LGS156 Amenity Space Hykeham

Demonstrably Demonstrably Demonstrably Demonstrably Demonstrably Suitable for special: special: special: Site ID Name of Site Parish special: special: designation? historic recreational richness of Beauty tranquillity significance value wildlife School Lane/ Yes Yes No. No Yes Yes North LGS157 Lincoln Road Hykeham Open Space Mill Park Play North Yes Yes No No Yes No LGS158 Area Hykeham Mill Lane North Yes No No No Yes Yes LGS159 Allotments Hykeham All Saints Church North Yes Yes Yes No No Yes LGS162 and Churchyard Hykeham Fosse Way No No No No No No North LGS163 Academy Playing Hykeham Fields North Yes No No No Yes No LGS164 St Aiden's Park Hykeham Former Grace North No No No No No Yes LGS169 Avenue Allotments Hykeham Lakeview Close North No No No No No No LGS170 amenity space Hykeham Sharp Walk North No No No No No No LGS171 amenity space Hykeham North Yes No No No Yes Yes LGS172 Sharp Walk Hykeham Memorial Field North Yes Yes No No Yes No LGS173 Playing Fields Hykeham LGS2 The Swares Osgodby Yes Yes Yes No No Yes LGS5 Grange Park Scothern Yes Yes No No Yes No LGS195 Westfield Pond Scotton Yes No No No No Yes Church of St Yes Yes Yes No No Yes LGS197 Genewy's Scotton Churchyard Monson Playing Yes No No No Yes No LGS23 Skellingthorpe Field

Demonstrably Demonstrably Demonstrably Demonstrably Demonstrably Suitable for special: special: special: Site ID Name of Site Parish special: special: designation? historic recreational richness of Beauty tranquillity significance value wildlife Amenity space No No No No No No LGS24 next to 39 Skellingthorpe Wiseholme Road Amenity space No No No No No No LGS25 next to 23 High Skellingthorpe Street Amenity Space Yes No Yes No No No LGS26 behind Old Oak Skellingthorpe Rise Amenity space No No No No No No LGS27 next to 20 Hodson Skellingthorpe Close Amenity Space No No No No No No LGS28 Skellingthorpe Jerusalem Road Amenity Space off No No No No No No LGS29 Skellingthorpe Hamilton Grove Amenity Space 1 No No No No No No LGS30 Skellingthorpe Wiseholme Road Amenity space off No No No No No No LGS31 Skellingthorpe Foxfield Close Amenity space No No No No No No LGS32 next to 28 Lincoln Skellingthorpe Road Amenity space 2a No No No No No No LGS33 Skellingthorpe Lincoln Road Amenity space No No No No No No between Martin LGS35 Skellingthorpe Close and Goldfinch Close Stoney Yard Yes No Yes No No Yes LGS36 Cemetery, Lower Skellingthorpe Church Road

Demonstrably Demonstrably Demonstrably Demonstrably Demonstrably Suitable for special: special: special: Site ID Name of Site Parish special: special: designation? historic recreational richness of Beauty tranquillity significance value wildlife Amenity space No No No No No No junction High LGS37 Skellingthorpe Street and Church Road Amenity space Yes Yes Yes No Yes No LGS38 Skellingthorpe Skellingthorpe Community Centre Skellingthorpe Yes No No No Yes No LGS39 Skellingthorpe Play Area Woodland west of No No No No No No LGS40 Skellingthorpe Skellingthorpe Play Area Woodbank Yes No No Yes No Yes LGS41 Skellingthorpe Cemetery Amenity space No No No No No No LGS42 Skellingthorpe Redwing Close Amenity space No No No No No No LGS43 Skellingthorpe end of Queensway Amenity Space off Yes No No No Yes Yes LGS45 Skellingthorpe Gardenfield Amenity space Yes No No No Yes Yes LGS46 Skellingthorpe Lancaster Way Amenity space No No No No No No LGS48 Lower Church Skellingthorpe Road Swallow Avenue No No No No No No LGS49 Skellingthorpe Amenity Space Amenity space 1 No No No No No No LGS50 Skellingthorpe Hodson Close Amenity space No No No No No No LGS51 and parking Skellingthorpe Hodson Close Amenity space No No No No No No LGS52 Skellingthorpe Mallard Close 10

Demonstrably Demonstrably Demonstrably Demonstrably Demonstrably Suitable for special: special: special: Site ID Name of Site Parish special: special: designation? historic recreational richness of Beauty tranquillity significance value wildlife Amenity space Old No No No No No No LGS55 Skellingthorpe Chapel Road Amenity space off No No No No No No LGS56 Skellingthorpe Queensway Amenity space 10 No No No No No No LGS57 Skellingthorpe High Street Amenity space 2 No No No No No No LGS59 Skellingthorpe Hodson Close Amenity space 18 No No No No No No LGS60 Skellingthorpe Deane Road LGS180 Lollycocks Field Sleaford No Yes No No Yes Yes George Street Yes No No No Yes No LGS181 Sleaford Play Area Boston Road Yes partly No No No Yes No LGS182 Recreation Sleaford Ground Lincoln Road Play Yes No No No Yes No LGS183 Sleaford Area Woodside Play Yes No No No Yes No LGS184 Sleaford Area Galley Hill Yes No No No Yes Yes LGS185 Sleaford Allotments The Drove Yes No No No Yes Yes LGS186 Sleaford Allotments LGS187 Castlefield Sleaford Yes No Yes No Yes No Meadowfield Play Yes No No No Yes No LGS188 Sleaford Area Spire View Play Yes No No No Yes No LGS191 Sleaford Area Peacock Court Yes No No No Yes No LGS193 Sleaford Play Area South No No No No No No LGS161 Poppydale Hykeham

Further Draft Local Plan Stage The Village Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No LGSFD1 Brattleby Paddock St Cuthbert's Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes LGSFD2 Brattleby Churchyard LGSFD13 Millfields Park Caistor Yes No No Yes No No South of Yes Yes No No No No LGSFD15 Jessamine Fiskerton Cottage LGSFD34 The Crescent Fiskerton Yes Yes No No No No The Manor Yes Yes No No No No LGSFD35 Fiskerton Paddock Amenity Space off No No No No No No Martin Close, LGSFD5 Heighington Lintin Close and Garratt Close Strip of green No No No No No No space between the A631 (north LGSFD19 side) and Hemswell Cliff Buchannan Road, Minden Place and Plassey Road Strip of green No No No No No No space between LGSFD20 Hemswell Cliff Buchannan Road and Gibson Road Green space near the junction of LGSFD21 Hemswell Cliff No No No No No No Capper Avenue and the A631 at

Demonstrably Demonstrably Demonstrably Demonstrably Demonstrably Suitable for special: special: special: Site ID Name of Site Parish special: special: designation? historic recreational richness of Beauty tranquillity significance value wildlife the rear of Lloyd Place Green space round the Ball Park between LGSFD22 Hemswell Cliff No No No No No No Barton Road and the former Community Centre Green space between the former Community LGSFD23 Hemswell Cliff No No No No No No Centre and Capper Avenue Green Space at the rear of James Road in front of LGSFD24 Hemswell Cliff No No No No No No the Primary School’s car park and grounds Green space at the junction of LGSFD25 Capper Avenue Hemswell Cliff No No No No No No and Anderson Road The green space in the centre of the turning circle on LGSFD26 Capper Avenue Hemswell Cliff No No No No No No outside the front of the Primary School Three areas of green space near LGSFD27 Hemswell Cliff No No No No No No the junction of Minden Place and 13

Demonstrably Demonstrably Demonstrably Demonstrably Demonstrably Suitable for special: special: special: Site ID Name of Site Parish special: special: designation? historic recreational richness of Beauty tranquillity significance value wildlife Capper Avenue Green space between LGSFD28 Buchannan Road Hemswell Cliff No No No No No No and Bettesworth Road Green space junction of LGSFD32 Cappper Avenue Hemswell Cliff No No No No No No and Bettesworth Road Brocklesby Road Yes No No Yes No Yes LGSFD29 Keelby Allotment Keelby Sports Yes No No Yes No No LGSFD30 Keelby Ground Melbourne Road Yes No No Yes No No LGSFD14 Lincoln Open Space Fulmar Road Yes No Yes Yes No No LGSFD36 Lincoln Open Space Yarborough Yes No Yes Yes No No LGSFD37 Lincoln Allotments Hartsholme No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes LGSFD38 Lincoln Country Park Potterhanworth Yes No No Yes No No LGSFD17 Potterhanworth Playing Field Potterhanworth Yes No No Yes No Yes LGSFD18 Potterhanworth Allotments LGSFD12 Horseshoe Hollow Ruskington Yes No No Yes No Yes LGSFD6 Heathlea Greens Scothern No No No No No No Bottle and Glass No No No No No No LGSFD7 Scothern Garden LGSFD8 The Green Scothern No No No No No No LGSFD9 The Pinfold Scothern No No No No No No

3. Next Steps Sites recommended for designation as LGS listed in Table 2-2 above are shown on the policies map that accompanies the Proposed Submission Central Lincolnshire Local Plan, scheduled for public consultation April 2016. Those sites not considered to meet the LGS criteria may still be protected under other policies in the Local Plan and/or national or European legislation. Members of the public, landowners and organisations will have an opportunity to comment on the proposed LGS designations as part of the Local Plan consultation.

Following the consultation on the Proposed Submission Local Plan, the Local Plan will be formally submitted to the Secretary of State, together with all representations received at the Proposed Submission stage, for independent examination. The examination will consider whether the proposals in the Local Plan are sound, which may include examination of the LGS designations. Further information on the different stages of Local Plan preparation, including examination and adoption, can be found in the Local Development Scheme on the Central Lincolnshire website5.

5 http://www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/central-lincolnshire/local-plan 16

Appendix 1a: Site Nominations Eliminated After First Sieve

Local Plan Local Green Space Nomination Parish/Ward Justification Comment ID or Parish Council Preliminary Draft Local Plan Stage

Middle The field between the Public House and Wilkinson Drive Middle Rasen Nomination identifies a site but doesn't include a map, therefore it Rasen has not been possible to ascertain site boundaries PD1083 Riseholme Riseholme Nomination doesn't include site specific detail or a map PD134 Those spaces that exist already in the NKDC Local Plan Skellingthorpe Nomination doesn't include site specific detail or a map i.e. the Skellingthorpe Protection Zone PD146 Beck Lane, The Cemetery, The Churchyard and The Hemswell Nomination identifies a site but doesn't include a map, therefore it Playground has not been possible to ascertain site boundaries PD1695 Green spaces in the Parish Timberland Nomination doesn't include site specific detail or a map PD239 Various sites nominated in Nettleham Nettleham Nettleham has submitted a Neighbourhood Plan containing LGS designations and is sufficiently advanced for any LGS nominations to be considered in this Plan rather than the Local Plan. PD437 Various sites in Fiskerton Fiskerton Fiskerton has an advanced Neighbourhood Plan where LGS designations can be considered ahead of the Local Plan PD973 All the fields within 800m of the current boundaries of Sleaford Nomination doesn't include site specific detail or a map Sleaford PD973 The area around the Holdingham bio-digestor Sleaford Nomination doesn't include site specific detail or a map PD973 If any car parks are surplus they should become green Sleaford Nomination doesn't include site specific detail or a map showing site spaces boundaries. Further Draft Local Plan Stage FD1306 Numerous green spaces in Scotter have not been Scotter Nomination doesn't include site specific detail or a map identified by this plan and it is hoped that this will be rectified in order to support the sites which we hope to protect under our Neighbourhood Plan FD2403 Metheringham Fen Metheringham Nomination identifies a site but doesn't include a map, therefore it has not been possible to ascertain site boundaries FD1440 All the undeveloped land between the A18 road and Keelby Nomination doesn't include site specific detail or a map current properties. FD1306 Riseholme Riseholme Nomination doesn't include site specific detail or a map FD713 17

Local Plan Local Green Space Nomination Parish/Ward Justification Comment ID or Parish Council FD2508 Former RAF Binbrook Airfield. There are a number of Brookenby Nomination doesn't include site specific detail or a map Local Green Spaces within the Parish that should be recognised… Lincoln Long Plantation Unknown Nomination doesn't include site specific detail or a map

Appendix 1b: Site Nominations Eliminated After Second Sieve

Site ID Name of Site Parish/Ward Justification Preliminary Draft Local Plan Stage LGS64 Branston Park Branston and Not suitable for further consideration. Site is considered to be an extensive tract of Mere land. LGS136 Poppyfields Amenity Space North Hykeham Not suitable for further consideration. Conflicts with advice in National Planning Practice Guidance which states Local Green Space designation will rarely be appropriate where the land has planning permission for development. LGS201 Sudbrooke Park Sudbrooke Not suitable for further consideration. Site is considered to be an extensive tract of land. LGS61 Canwick Park Golf Course Canwick Not suitable for further consideration. Site is considered to be an extensive tract of land. LGS34 Footpath from Lincoln Road to Skellingthorpe Not suitable for further consideration. National Planning Practice Guidance advises Skellingthorpe Playing Field there is no need to designate linear routes or corridors to protect rights of way as they are protected under other legislation. No further assessment required LGS44 Footpath to Skellingthorpe Skellingthorpe Not suitable for further consideration. National Planning Practice Guidance advises Playing Field there is no need to designate linear routes or corridors to protect rights of way as they are protected under other legislation. No further assessment required. LGS54 Footpath to Skellingthorpe Skellingthorpe Not suitable for further consideration. National Planning Practice Guidance advises Playing Field off Church Road there is no need to designate linear routes or corridors to protect rights of way as they are protected under other legislation. No further assessment required. LGS153 Amenity Space off Whisby North Hykeham Not suitable for further consideration. Site is located within an employment area and Road is not in close proximity to nearby housing. LGS167 North Kesteven School Playing North Hykeham Not suitable for further consideration. Unable to access site and no supporting Fields information submitted to suggest site meets NPPF criteria. LGS134 North Hykeham Robert North Hykeham Not suitable for further consideration. Unable to access site and no supporting Pattinson Academy Playing information submitted to suggest site meets NPPF criteria. Fields LGS163 Fosse Way Academy Playing North Hykeham Not suitable for further consideration. Unable to access site and no supporting Fields information submitted to suggest site meets NPPF criteria. LGS196 Beck Lane, Scotton Scotton Not suitable for further consideration. National Planning Practice Guidance advises there is no need to designate linear routes or corridors to protect rights of way as they are protected under other legislation. No further assessment required. LGS6 Fields off Church Road Saxilby Not suitable for further consideration. Site is considered to be an extensive tract of land.

Site ID Name of Site Parish/Ward Justification Further Draft Local Plan Stage

LGSFD3 Braken Hill Golf Course Heighington Not suitable for further consideration. Site is considered to be an extensive tract of land and there is not a smaller area that can be considered. LGSFD4 Heighington Millfield Primary Heighington Not suitable for further consideration. Unable to access site and no supporting Academy information submitted to suggest site meets NPPF criteria. LGSFD10 Manor Park Scothern Not suitable for further consideration. Site is considered to be an extensive tract of land and there is not a smaller area that can be considered. LGSFD16 Ellison Boutler's Academy Scothern Not suitable for further consideration. Unable to access site and no supporting Playing Field information submitted to suggest site meets NPPF criteria. LGSFD31 Riseholme Parish Riseholme Not suitable for further consideration. Site is considered to be an extensive tract of land and not a self-contained open space site. LGSFD33 Land south of A631 Hemswell Cliff Not suitable for further consideration. Site is considered to be an extensive tract of land and not a self-contained open space site. Lincoln Hospital Birchwood Not suitable for further consideration. Site is considered to be an extensive tract of Plantation/Skellingthorpe Moor land and not a self-contained open space site. Plantation Lincoln Gilberts Plot Skellingthorpe Not suitable for further consideration. Site is not in close proximity to the local community. Lincoln Fen Plantation Boultham Not suitable for further consideration. Site is not in close proximity to the local community. Lincoln Old Decoy Skellingthorpe Not suitable for further consideration. Site is not in close proximity to the local community. Lincoln Foal Close Boultham Not suitable for further consideration. Unable to access site and no supporting information submitted to suggest site meets NPPF criteria.

Appendix 2a: Site Maps and Detailed Assessment Preliminary Draft Local Plan

LGS128. Heathfield Play Field, Branston

Name of Site Heathfield Play Field Site Address Heathfield Avenue, Branston and Mere

Parish Branston and Mere

Demonstrably special: beauty No. Site consists of formally mown grass with limited landscaping. There are no long views from the site.

Demonstrably special: historic significance No. There are no historic buildings or features on site.

Demonstrably special: recreational value No. Although may be used by local community for informal recreation, ball games are discouraged. There is no provision for sport or informal recreation.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. Site is adjacent to a road and close to surrounding housing. The site is in an area with a high tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity map.

Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. Site largely consists of formally mown grass. There are no wildlife features or priority habitats.

Suitable for designation? No

Justification for decision Not suitable for designation. Doesn't sufficiently meet the NPPF Local Green Space criteria.

LGS65. Branston and Mere Playing Field, Branston

Name of Site Branston and Mere Playing Field Site Address Lincoln Road, Branston Parish Branston and Mere Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft No Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract Yes of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? Residents of Branston Parish Demonstrably special: beauty No. Site largely consists of formally mown grass, although there are mature trees to site boundaries. Site is enclosed by hedgerows, trees and fencing preventing views from the site views of the site from the surrounding area. Site doesn't contribute to the setting of buildings or features. Site doesn't make a significant contribute to the setting of the village or local character. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. No historic buildings, remains or landscape features on site.

Demonstrably special: recreational value Yes. There are 2 play areas on the site offering a range of play choices, which are the main equipped play facilities in the village. There are also tennis courts, a football pitch and bowling green, offering a variety of sports activities. Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. Site adjacent to busy road through village. Site also surrounded by housing, close to site boundaries. Activities on site not compatible with a space for quiet reflection. The site is in an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. Some mature trees to site boundaries, otherwise few features of wildlife value. Site is not linked to other open spaces or part of a green corridor.

Suitable for designation? Yes Justification for decision Designate as a Local Green Space as meets the criteria for designation due to close proximity to the community it serves, it is not an extensive tract of land and it meets the demonstrably special criteria for recreational value.

LGS66. Moor Lane Recreation Ground, Branston

Name of Site Moor Lane Recreation Ground

Site Address Moor Lane, Branston

Parish Branston and Mere

Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft No Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract Yes of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? Residents of Branston and Mere Parish Demonstrably special: beauty No. Formally mown site with minimal landscaping. Site is enclosed by hedgerows and trees, limiting views into and out of the site. There are no unique features that contribute to local character.

Demonstrably special: historic significance No. There are no historic buildings, remains or features on site. Not aware of an historical association with a figure or event.

Demonstrably special: recreational value Yes. Variety of sports activities including football, cricket, basketball and all weather pitch. Newly completed skateboard park is a unique facility that is not replicated elsewhere in the parish.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. There are 2 busy roads adjacent to the site. Site is used for sports activities. Few opportunities for quiet enjoyment or relaxation. The site is in an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map.

Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. There are no wildlife features on site, although trees and hedgerows will offer some benefit to wildlife. No priority habitats.

LGS67. Branston Booths Play Area, Branston Booths

Name of Site Branston Booths Play Area

Site Address Car Dyke, Branston

Parish Branston and Mere

Demonstrably special: beauty No. The site is enclosed and screened by hedgerow, trees and fencing therefore views into and out of the site are restricted. There are no unique features.

Demonstrably special: historic significance No. There are no historical buildings, remains or features on site. Not aware of any historical association with a figure or event.

Demonstrably special: recreational value Yes. This is the only open space for sport, play and informal recreation in Branston Booths. There are football goals on site and a large play area.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is in an area with a high tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map, however the site is adjacent to 2 roads and road noise can be heard from within the site.

Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. There are some mature trees and hedgerow that provide benefit to wildlife but there are no priority habitats on site.

LGS71. The Jungle, Branston

Name of Site The Jungle Site Address Land east of Laburnum Close Parish Branston and Mere Is the site already protected by an existing LWS designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further No Draft Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive Yes tract of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be n/a considered? Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? Branston village residents Demonstrably special: beauty Yes. The site is visually attractive. It links up with other open spaces that form part of a larger green corridor that runs from the centre of the village out to the countryside. There are views of the site from the surrounding residential area. The site contributes to local identity and distinctiveness. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. There are no historic buildings or remain on site. The site falls outside of Branston Conservation Area. Demonstrably special: recreational value Yes. Site doesn't offer formal recreation or a variety of recreation opportunities but appears popular with local community for dog walking. There is a boadwalk through part of the site and a Public Right of Way.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity Yes. Site is set back from roads (no road noise can be heard). It is surrounded by housing but is screened by mature vegetation. Site offers space for quiet relaxation. Seating is provided. The site is in an area with a medium tranquility score as shown on the CPRE Tranquility Map. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife Yes. This site is a Local Wildlife Site. It forms part of a larger wildlife/green corridor that runs from the centre of the village out to the countryside. It consists of scrub, marsh, ponds, ditches with running water and improved grassland. Suitable for designation? Yes Justification for decision The Parish Council originally submitted the Old Sewer Site and The Jungle as two separate nominations for consideration as Local Green Space. Both are part of a larger site known as The Jungle which is designated as a Local Wildlife Site. It is this site boundary that has been assessed. Designate as a Local Green Space as meets the criteria for designation due to close proximity to the community it serves, it is not an extensive tract of land and it meets the demonstrably special criteria for beauty, recreational value, tranquillity and richness of wildlife.

LGS74. Waterwheel Lane, Branston

Name of Site Waterwheel Lane Site Address Waterwheel Lane, Branston Parish Branston and Mere Is the site already protected by an existing Conservation Area designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft No Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract Yes of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? Residents of Branston village Demonstrably special: beauty Yes. This site is visually attractive. There are views of the site from the surrounding area and views out of the village to the countryside. The stream running through woodland on site could be described as a beautiful feature. The site contributes to local character and sense of place. Demonstrably special: historic significance Yes. Waterwheel on site. The site falls within the Branston Conservation Area. Site is associated with history of bringing water supply to Branston Hall. Demonstrably special: recreational value Yes. There is a short boarded walk, woodchip footpath and picnic benches for informal recreation. There are no formal recreation facilities on site.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity Yes. The site offers opportunities to sit and rest for quiet enjoyment and relaxation. There are no busy roads nearby and no road noise can be heard. Surrounding residential properties are low density.

Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. The site is not designated for its wildlife value. There is a running water stream through the site. No evidence to suggest a particular importance for wildlife.

LGS62. Canwick Playing Field and Bowls Club, Canwick

Name of Site Canwick Playing Field and Bowls Club Site Address Heighington Road, Canwick Parish Canwick Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft No Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract Yes of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? Residents of Canwick village Demonstrably special: beauty No. Site is enclosed and views into and out of the site are restricted by hedgerows and trees. There are no unique features. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. No historic buildings, remains or features on site. Not aware of any historical association with a figure or event. Demonstrably special: recreational value Yes. The site offers opportunities for a large area for sport (football) and there is a bowling green. There is also a small children's play area.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. Site is adjacent to busy roads and road noise can be heard from within the site.

Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. Formally maintained open space. There are few trees on site, although site is adjacent to woodland. There are no wildlife features on site and no priority habitats. Suitable for designation? Yes Justification for decision Designate as a Local Green Space as meets the criteria for designation due to close proximity to the community it serves, it is not an extensive tract of land and it meets the demonstrably special criteria for recreational value.

LGS17. Gilberts Pond, Cherry Willingham

Name of Site Gilberts Pond Site Address Lady Meers Road, Cherry Willingham Parish Cherry Willingham Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft No Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract Yes of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? Cherry Willingham Demonstrably special: beauty No. No long views from site to surrounding area. Views of site from surrounding houses. The site is not within a landscape designation. Demonstrably special: historic significance Yes. Medieval landscape feature. Educational interpretation boards on site. Wooden post erected in 2014 to honour war dead. Queen Elizabeth II Royal Oak planted for Diamond Jubilee. Demonstrably special: recreational value No. Pond not accessible but surrounding land is. Bench, picnic table and bin on site for informal recreation but no a primary function of the site.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity Yes. Medieval landscape feature. Educational interpretation boards on site. Wooden post erected in 2014 to honour war dead. Queen Elizabeth II Royal Oak planted for Diamond Jubilee.

Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife Yes. There are Great crested newts on site. Native trees newly planted. Pond is subject to watching brief by English Nature.

Suitable for designation? Yes Justification for decision Designate as a Local Green Space as meets the criteria for designation due to close proximity to the community it serves, it is not an extensive tract of land and it meets two of the demonstrably special criteria. Great crested newts are a protected species and there are features with historical association on site.

LGS18. The Parade Amenity Space, Cherry Willingham

Name of Site The Parade Amenity Space Site Address Croft Lane, Cherry Willingham Parish Cherry Willingham Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft No Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract Yes of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? Residents of Cherry Willingham Demonstrably special: beauty Yes. Whilst a formally managed site primarily consisting of mown grass with some trees and seating, it is in the heart of the village and contributes to local identity and a sense of place (the site contains a sign with reference to the village's twin town in France). Demonstrably special: historic significance No. No historic buildings or remains on site or historic landscape features.

Demonstrably special: recreational value No. Fully accessible to the public with good footpaths throughout and with plenty of seating but no formal recreation facilities on site

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is an area with a low tranquillity score on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. Adjacent to a busy shopping precinct car park and busy road through village nearby.

Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. No priority habitats or species known to be on site and not designated for wildlife value.

Suitable for designation? Yes Justification for decision Designate as a Local Green Space as meets the criteria for designation due to close proximity to the community it serves, it is not an extensive tract of land and it is demonstrably special due to the contribution is makes to local identity and sense of place.

LGS19. Amenity Space Minster Drive, Cherry Willingham

Name of Site Amenity Space, Minster Drive Site Address Minster Drive, Cherry Willingham Parish Cherry Willingham Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft No Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract Yes of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? Residents from surrounding residential streets. Demonstrably special: beauty No. Predominantly formally mown grassed area. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. There are no historic buildings or remains on site. There are no historic landscape features. Demonstrably special: recreational value No. Publicly accessible but predominantly used as a walkthrough to footpath.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. No seating for quiet enjoyment or relaxation.

Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. Mature hawthorn - probably pre-dates housing development. Some cherry trees, whitebeam etc. but no priority habitats or known species and not designated for wildlife value. Suitable for designation? No Justification for decision Not suitable for designation. Doesn't sufficiently meet the NPPF Local Green Space criteria.

LGS199. Amenity Space off Fiskerton Road, Cherry Willingham

Name of Site Amenity Space off Fiskerton Road Site Address Fiskerton Road, Cherry Willingham Parish Cherry Willingham Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft No Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract Yes of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? Cherry Willingham and Fiskerton Road residents. Demonstrably special: beauty Yes. There are no unique features on site. There are a number of trees which contribute to the visual attractiveness of the site. There are views of the site from surrounding housing and long views south towards open countryside and the River Witham valley. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. There are no historical buildings or remains on site.

Demonstrably special: recreational value No. No formal provision for sport or recreation. Main function is visual amenity.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. Site is in an area with a low tranquillity score on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. It is adjacent to a busy road.

Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. There are no wildlife features or priority habitats on site.

LGS20. Waterford Lane Amenity Space, Cherry Willingham

Name of Site Waterford Lane Amenity Space Site Address Waterford Lane, Cherry Willingham Cherry Willingham Parish Cherry Willingham Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft No Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract Yes of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? Residents of Waterford Lane Demonstrably special: beauty No. There are few features on site other than the SuDs pond (dry at time of visit). It is visible from Waterford Lane and surrounding housing. Long views out of site towards open countryside to the west. The site is not within a landscape designation. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. No historic buildings or remains on site. No historic landscape features.

Demonstrably special: recreational value No. Not accessible to the public. No recreation opportunities on site.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is an area with a medium tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map.

Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. May serve some use as a wildlife 'scrape' - a seasonally flooded wetland area but this is uncertain.

Suitable for designation? No Justification for decision Not suitable for designation. Doesn't sufficiently meet the NPPF Local Green Space criteria.

LGS200. High Street Allotment, Cherry Willingham

Name of Site High Street Allotment Site Address High Street, Cherry Willingham Parish Cherry Willingham Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft No Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract Yes of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? Private allotment holders/landowner. Demonstrably special: beauty No. No unique features on site. No views out of site. Site is not within a landscape designation. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. No historic buildings or remains on site or historic landscape features. No records on Lincolnshire Historic Environmental Records. Demonstrably special: recreational value No. Allotments are not publicly accessible for informal recreation as they are privately owned.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is an area with a medium tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map and is surrounded by housing.

Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife Yes. The site is not formally designated for its wildlife value. Gardens and Allotments are a local priority habitat in the Lincolnshire Biodiversity Action Plan. Not aware of any priority species. Suitable for designation? No Justification for decision Not suitable for designation. Doesn't sufficiently meet the NPPF Local Green Space criteria.

LGS198. Open space, Croft House, Grayingham

Name of Site Open space, Croft House Site Address Low Road, Grayingham Parish Grayingham Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft No Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract Yes of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? Grayingham residents, but no public access. Demonstrably special: beauty No. Mostly grassed with some standard trees. Dry stone limestone wall surrounding front aspect. Not within a landscape designation. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. No historic buildings or remains on site. Not aware of any historic association with an event or figure. Demonstrably special: recreational value No. Private garden not publicly accessible.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is an area with a medium tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. Situated on T junction in the heart of the village adjacent to a road and surrounded by residential dwellings.

Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. Gardens may benefit wildlife but not aware of any unique wildlife features or priority habitats/species.

Suitable for designation? No Justification for decision Not suitable for designation. Doesn't sufficiently meet the NPPF Local Green Space criteria.

LGS3. Station Road Recreation Ground, Heighington

Name of Site Station Road Recreation Ground Site Address Station Road, Heighington Parish Heighington Is the site already protected by an existing Conservation Area designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft No Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract Yes of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? Residents of Heighington Village Demonstrably special: beauty No. Enclosed by trees and hedgerow and 2 boundaries which restrict views into and out of the site. There are no unique features on site. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. There are no historic buildings, remains or landscape features on site.

Demonstrably special: recreational value Yes. There is a children’s play area and a large formally mown grassed area (not currently marked out for pitches). Evidence on site visit that the site is used by dog walkers.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. Site is surrounded by housing and adjacent to road. Road noise can be heard from within the site. The site is an area with a medium to low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. No wildlife features on site although hedgerows and trees will provide some benefit to wildlife. No priority habitats on site. Site is surrounded by housing and doesn't form part of a wildlife corridor or wider Green Infratsructure network. Suitable for designation? Yes Justification for decision Designate as a Local Green Space as meets the criteria for designation due to close proximity to the community it serves, it is not an extensive tract of land and it meets the demonstrably special criteria for recreational value.

LGS4. Potterhanworth Road Sports Field, Heighington

Name of Site Potterhanworth Road Sports Field Site Address Potterhanworth Road, Heighington Parish Heighington Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft No Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract Yes of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? Residents of Heighington Village Demonstrably special: beauty No. There are a number of trees throughout site and to boundaries. Sculpture on site. Views into and out of site are restricted by trees and hedgerows. Site is predominantly formally mown grass. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. There are no historic buildings, remains or landscape features on site.

Demonstrably special: recreational value Yes. Evidence of dog walking on site visit and children playing informally. Site is used for sport - cricket pitch was marked out.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. Site is adjacent to housing and a road. Use of site for children’s play and sport limits opportunities for quiet enjoyment. The site is an area with a medium to low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. There are no wildlife features or priority habitats on site. Site is on the edge of the village and adjacent to open countryside.

LGS132. Larne Road Play Area, Lincoln

Name of Site Larne Road Play Area Site Address Larne Road, Lincoln Settlement Lincoln Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft No Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract Yes of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? Site is currently padlocked and therefore public access is restricted. Demonstrably special: beauty No. There does not appear to be any unique features on site. There are long views east towards the Lincoln south escarpment. There are no views of the site from the surrounding area as it is surrounded by fencing, hedgerows and trees. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. There are no historic buildings, remains or features on site.

Demonstrably special: recreational value No. The site is not publicly accessible for play as there is a fence surrounding the site with a padlocked gate. It is therefore currently of little recreational value to the community.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is in an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity map. Site is surrounded by housing and adjacent to 2 roads. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. There are no wildlife features on site or priority habitats. The site is adjacent to a Green Wedge and has the potential to form part of the wider Green Infrastructure network. Suitable for designation? No Justification for decision Not suitable for designation. Doesn't sufficiently meet the NPPF Local Green Space criteria.

LGS179. High Dyke Open Space, Navenby

Name of Site High Dyke Open Space High Dyke, Navenby Site Address Parish Navenby Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft No Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract Yes of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? Residents of Navenby village Demonstrably special: beauty No. Some views of open countryside to the east but restricted by hedgerow to site boundary. Views of site from surrounding area are restricted by hedgerow boundaries. Site is not covered by a landscape designation. Demonstrably special: historic significance Yes. Site of remains of iron farmstead and archaeological findings dating to the Roman, Anglo Saxon and Iron Age periods. Demonstrably special: recreational value Yes. Site is publicly accessible and actively used by local residents for informal recreation, including dog walking. No formal recreation provision.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is an area with a low tranquillity score on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. Adjacent to two busy roads and some residential development is adjacent to site. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. Interpretation boards on site refer to intention to create wildflower meadow but not clear whether this has been achieved. There are no unique wildlife features. Not aware of any priority habitats or species on site. Suitable for designation? Yes Justification for decision Designate as a Local Green Space as meets the criteria for designation due to close proximity to the community it serves, it is not an extensive tract of land and it meets the demonstrably special criteria for historic significance and recreational value.

LGS194. Chapel Lane Amenity Space, Navenby

Name of Site Chapel Lane Amenity Space Site Address Chapel Lane, Navenby Parish Navenby Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft No Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract Yes of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? Local community in surrounding residential streets. Demonstrably special: beauty No. The site is surrounded by housing therefore there are no views. There are no unique features on site. The site doesn't contribute to the setting of the village, an historical building or special feature. Not within a landscape designation. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. There are no historical buildings, remains or features. No historic landscape features. Not aware of any historical association. Demonstrably special: recreational value No. Site offers visual amenity to surrounding residential properties. The site doesn't offer any formal recreation opportunities.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. Footpath is well used and site surrounded by residential properties. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. Site is primarily formally mown grass with few features of wildlife value. Not aware of any priority habitats or species.

Suitable for designation? No Justification for decision Not suitable for designation. Doesn't sufficiently meet the NPPF Local Green Space criteria.

LGS174. Nocton Allotments, Nocton

Name of Site Nocton Allotments Site Address Wegberg Road, Nocton Parish Nocton Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft No Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract Yes of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? Residents of Nocton parish Demonstrably special: beauty No. There are no unique features/features of beauty on site. The site is on the edge of the village with views out to the surrounding countryside. The site doesn't contribute to the setting of a historic building/special feature. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. There are no historic buildings or special features on site. Not aware of any historical associations with a figure or event. Demonstrably special: recreational value Yes. Recreational value primarily for allotment holders although site can be accessed by other members of the public for informal recreation. Popular with 22 plots and room for expansion. Only allotment site in the parish. Demonstrably special: tranquillity Yes. In an area with a high tranquillity score on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. Edge of village location adjacent to open countryside and away from roads and housing. Provides opportunity for quiet enjoyment and relaxation. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife Yes. Allotments are a priority habitat in the Lincolnshire Biodiversity Action Plan. No known priority species. No unique wildlife features, although water filled ditch runs along western boundary which may benefit wildlife. Adjacent to mature woodland copse. Suitable for designation? Yes Justification for decision Designate as a Local Green Space as meets the criteria for designation due to close proximity to the community it serves, it is not an extensive tract of land and it meets three of the demonstrably special criteria; tranquillity, recreational value and wildlife value.

LGS175. Nocton Village Green, Nocton

Name of Site Nocton Village Green Site Address The Green, Nocton Parish Nocton Is the site already protected by an existing Village Green, Conservation Area designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft No Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract Yes of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? Nocton Parish residents Demonstrably special: beauty Yes. This open space contributes to the setting of the village school (Grade II listed) and other nearby listed buildings. It contributes to the local character and appearance of the village. The public art/sculpture on site is a unique and special feature to Nocton. Demonstrably special: historic significance Yes. The open space was created in 1870 in front of the village school. A horse chestnut tree which remains on the site today was planted in 1873 to celebrate the coming of age of the Marquess of Ripon. Annual village events including village picnic and school fayre are held on the site. Demonstrably special: recreational value Yes. Site is physically accessible for public use. The site is used for informal recreation by the community and for annual community events.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. In an area with a high tranquillity score on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. At time of site visit the site had a peaceful setting away from main road through village although surrounded by housing and primary school. Other times of the day likely to be busy and not tranquil. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. Mature trees offer some benefit to wildlife such as birds and insects, but there are no priority habitats or species on site.

Suitable for designation? Yes Justification for decision Designate as a Local Green Space as meets the criteria for designation due to close proximity to the community it serves, it is not an extensive tract of land and it meets three of the demonstrably special criteria; beauty, historical significance and recreational value.

LGS176. Nocton Hall Former Pleasure Gardens, Nocton

Name of Site Nocton Hall Former Pleasure Gardens Site Address Wegberg Road, Nocton Parish Nocton Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft No Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract Yes of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? Residents of Nocton Village Demonstrably special: beauty No. The site is very overgrown and views into and out of the site are restricted. There are a number of mature trees, some of which are protected by TPOs. Provides a setting for the remains of Nocton Hall. Demonstrably special: historic significance Yes. Site contains the remains of Nocton Hall former staff house and service buildings, used in World War I and II as a hospital and officers mess. The Hall itself is a Grade II listed building. The site provides the setting of a locally valued landmark. Demonstrably special: recreational value No. The site is used by the community for informal recreation, including dog walking, but public access is restricted due to the overgrown nature of the site and security fencing.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. Surrounded by built development (housing and care home) and road noise can be heard within the site. In an area with a high tranquillity score on the CPRE Tranquillity Map Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. Mature trees and shrubs will provide benefit to wildlife but not aware of any priority habitats and species on site.

Suitable for designation? Yes Justification for decision Designate as a Local Green Space as meets the criteria for designation due to close proximity to the community it serves, it is not an extensive tract of land and it is demonstrably special due to its historical significance.

LGS177. Nocton Playing Field, Nocton

Name of Site Nocton Playing Field Site Address Main Street, Nocton Parish Nocton Is the site already protected by an existing Conservation Area designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft No Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract Yes of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? Nocton Parish residents Demonstrably special: beauty No. Site provides open space in the centre of the village but is surrounded by metal fencing and is predominantly a formally mown space with no unique features. There are no views from the site out of the village. The site doesn't contribute to the setting of any buildings or special features but does contribute to the character of the village. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. There are no historic buildings on site or association with figures or events.

Demonstrably special: recreational value Yes. Used by the local primary school for sport and the local community for community activities. Access is restricted as site is surrounded by fencing and the gates are padlocked.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. In an area with a high tranquillity score on the CPRE Tranquillity Map but site is adjacent to main road through village and is surrounded by housing. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. Some mature trees to site boundaries will provide benefit to birds and insects but not aware of any priority habitats or species on site.

LGS178. Nocton Park Recreation Ground and Playing Field, Nocton

Name of Site Nocton Park Recreation Ground and Playing Field Site Address Steamer Point Road, Nocton Parish Nocton Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft No Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract Yes of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? Local residents of Nocton village Demonstrably special: beauty No. Certain features could be considered beautiful on their own, such as mature trees, but playing fields not considered uniquely beautiful as a whole. Derelict hospital buildings can be seen to the south west and sewage works to the north east. Glimpses of countryside to the east but well screened by trees and hedgerow. Site is not covered by a landscape designation. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. No historic buildings or remains on site. There are no historic landscape features. Not aware of association with an historical figure or event. Demonstrably special: recreational value Yes. Physically accessible for public use. Tennis courts are in poor state of repair. Junior football goal posts provide opportunities for playing sport. Also used for informal recreation, including dog walking. Only equipped children's play area in Parish which makes it special to young children in the village. Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. In an area with a high tranquillity score on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. Edge of village location away from roads. Overlooked by housing to the west. Presence of football goals and children's play equipment indicates site wouldn't be tranquil when these facilities are in use. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. Woodland copse would provide some wildlife benefit, but no priority habitats or known priority species on site and site is not designated for wildlife value. No unique wildlife features. Close to nearby woodland, some of which are Sites of Nature Conservation Importance. Suitable for designation? Yes Justification for decision Designate as a Local Green Space as meets the criteria for designation due to close proximity to the community it serves, it is not an extensive tract of land and it meets the demonstrably special criteria for recreational value. It is the only children’s play are in the village and parish.

LGS133. Mill Lane Cemetery, North Hykeham

Name of Site Mill Lane Cemetery Site Address Mill Lane, North Hykeham Parish North Hykeham Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft No Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract Yes of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? Residents of North Hykeham. Demonstrably special: beauty No. Views out of site are screened by hedgerows and trees. There are glimpses of the limestone cliff escarpment to the east. No unique features and doesn't play a role in the setting of a building or special feature. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. No historic buildings, remains or landscape features on site.

Demonstrably special: recreational value No. Physically accessible by the public but main function of site is not sports provision or informal recreation.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. Adjacent to a busy road. Road noise can clearly be heard. The site is in an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity map. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife Yes. Cemeteries are a priority habitat in the Lincolnshire Biodiversity Action Plan.

LGS137. Amenity Space off Dore Avenue, North Hykeham

Name of Site Amenity Space off Dore Avenue Site Address Dore Avenue, North Hykeham Parish North Hykeham Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft No Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract Yes of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? Residents from surrounding streets. Demonstrably special: beauty No. No unique features. Provides visual amenity to surrounding housing. No long views. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. No historic buildings, remains or features on site.

Demonstrably special: recreational value No. No sports provision. No seating. Used as a 'cut through' for pedestrians between streets rather than for informal recreation.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. Surrounded by housing and adjacent to a busy road. The site is in an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. No wildlife features or priority habitats.

Suitable for designation? No Justification for decision Not suitable for designation. Doesn't sufficiently meet the NPPF Local Green Space criteria.

LGS138. Grange Park Play Area, North Hykeham

Name of Site Grange Park Play Area Site Address Tactitus Way, North Hykeham Parish North Hykeham Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft No Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract Yes of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? Residents of Tiber Road and surrounding streets Demonstrably special: beauty No. Formally maintained open space with few visually attractive features. Long views across adjacent Chapel Field towards open countryside. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. No historic buildings, remains or features on site.

Demonstrably special: recreational value Yes. Physically accessible site with not gates. No sports provision but provides opportunity for children to play, although play equipment is limited in age range and ability.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is in an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. It is surrounded by housing and adjacent to main route through the housing development. Construction traffic and noise can be heard from within the site, although this will be temporary. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. There are no wildlife features or priority habitats on site.

LGS139. Amenity Space off Lady Bower Close, North Hykeham

Name of Site Amenity Space off Lady Bower Close Site Address Lady Bower Close, North Hykeham Parish North Hykeham Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft No Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract Yes of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? Residents of Lady Bower Close, Dulton Close, Wroxham Close and surrounding streets. Demonstrably special: beauty No. Primarily formally mown grass. No unique features on site. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. No historic buildings/features or historical association with a figure or event.

Demonstrably special: recreational value No. The site is accessible via a footpath and is most likely used as a cut through between roads

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. Surrounded by housing and roads. The site is in an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. No wildlife features on site. No priority habitats.

Suitable for designation? No Justification for decision Not suitable for designation. Doesn't sufficiently meet the NPPF Local Green Space criteria.

LGS140. Chapel Lane Allotments, North Hykeham

Name of Site Chapel Lane Allotments Site Address Chapel Lane, North Hykeham Parish North Hykeham Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft No Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract Yes of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? Residents of North Hykeham Demonstrably special: beauty No. There are no unique features on site. It is surrounded by hedgerows, restricting views in and out of the site. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. No historic buildings, remains or features on site. Not aware of any historical association with a figure or event. Demonstrably special: recreational value Yes. Recreational value primarily for allotment holders although site can be accessed by other members of the public for informal recreation.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is in an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. Adjacent to busy road and road noise can be heard from within the site. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife Yes. Allotments are a priority habitat in the Lincolnshire Biodiversity Action Plan.

LGS141. Amenity Space Corner of Mill Lane and Chapel Lane, North Hykeham

Name of Site Amenity Space Corner of Mill Lane and Chapel Lane Site Address Mill Lane, North Hykeham Parish North Hykeham Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft No Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract Yes of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? Residents of Mill Lane, Chapel Lane and surrounding area Demonstrably special: beauty Yes. Whilst the site couldn't be described as visually beautiful, it makes an important contribution to the physical form of this part of North Hykeham by providing a break in the built up area. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. There are no historic buildings or remains on site.

Demonstrably special: recreational value No. There is no formal sports or recreation provision on site.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is in an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. Adjacent to busy road and road noise can be heard from within the site. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. There is a ditch to the south eastern boundary of the site, but otherwise a formally maintained site with no priority habitats.

LGS143. Amenity Space off Hutson Drive, North Hykeham

Name of Site Amenity Space off Hutson Drive Site Address Hutson Drive, North Hykeham Parish North Hykeham Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft No Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract Yes of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? Residents of Hutson Drive. Demonstrably special: beauty No. Formally mown grass and shrubs. No unique features. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. No historic buildings, remains or landscape features on site.

Demonstrably special: recreational value No. Main function of site is visual amenity.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. Surrounded by housing and residential streets. The site is in an area with a low tranquillity score as show on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. No wildlife features or priority habitats on site.

Suitable for designation? No Justification for decision Not suitable for designation. Doesn't sufficiently meet the NPPF Local Green Space criteria.

LGS144. North Hykeham Youth Centre Sports Area, North Hykeham

Name of Site North Hykeham Youth Centre Sports Area Site Address Middle Street, North Hykeham Parish North Hykeham Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft No Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract Yes of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? Young people in North Hykeham Demonstrably special: beauty No. Site consists of a hard sports court and an amenity grassed area. Site is enclosed and therefore there are no views into or out of the site. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. There are no historic buildings or remains on site.

Demonstrably special: recreational value No. Whilst there is a sports court on site, public access is restricted and is therefore of limited value to the wider community.

Suitable for designation? No Justification for decision Not suitable for designation. Doesn't sufficiently meet the NPPF Local Green Space criteria.

LGS145. Dorchester Way Open Space, North Hykeham

Name of Site Dorchester Way Open Space Site Address Dorchester Way, North Hykeham Parish North Hykeham Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft No Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract Yes of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? Residents of Dorchester Way and surrounding Streets Demonstrably special: beauty No. Formally maintained open space. No unique features. Views of the site from surrounding housing but no long views out of the site (restricted by housing). Whilst providing visual amenity, the site doesn't make a significant contribution to the local character and sense of place. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. No historic buildings, remains or landscape features on site.

Demonstrably special: recreational value Yes. Publicly accessible used by children for play and informal recreation.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is in an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. It is surrounded by housing and adjacent to 2 residential roads. Road noise can be heard from within the site. There is a bench on site however use of site for play is unlikely to allow for quiet enjoyment and relaxation. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. Formally maintained open space with few features of wildlife benefit. No priority habitats.

LGS146. Amenity Space off Laburnum Close, North Hykeham

Name of Site Amenity Space off Laburnum Close. Site Address Lincoln Road, North Hykeham Parish North Hykeham Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft No Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract Yes of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? Residents from surrounding streets Demonstrably special: beauty No. No unique features. No views out of site as enclosed by fencing, trees and hedges. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. No historic buildings, remains or landscape features on site.

Demonstrably special: recreational value No. Junior goal posts on site but in poor condition and there are no markings for a pitch. Physically accessible by the public via a footpath. Site primarily functions as a visual amenity space.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. Near to a busy road (road noise can be heard). Surrounded by housing. The site is in an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity map. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. Some mature trees. No wildlife features or priority habitats on site

Suitable for designation? No Justification for decision Not suitable for designation. Doesn't sufficiently meet the NPPF Local Green Space criteria.

LGS147. Glebe Park Play Area, North Hykeham

Name of Site Glebe Park Play Area Site Address Lincoln Road, North Hykeham Parish North Hykeham Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft No Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract Yes of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? Children and young people from surrounding residential streets. Demonstrably special: beauty No. Formally maintained open space with few visually attractive features. No long views out of site as restricted by housing and fencing. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. No historic buildings, remains or landscape features.

Demonstrably special: recreational value Yes. Supports a variety of activities. Hard surface area with rings and goal for basketball and football. Used by children and young people for play and informal recreation. Physically accessible.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. Surrounded by housing. Main function of open space is play which would be in conflict with opportunities for quiet enjoyment and relaxation. The site is in an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. No priority habitat on site. 1 or 2 trees and hedgerows but not mature.

LGS149. Glebe Park, North Hykeham

Name of Site Glebe Park Site Address Lincoln Road, North Hykeham Parish North Hykeham Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft No Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract Yes of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? Local residents from surrounding streets. BMX track may attract young people from across North Hykeham. Demonstrably special: beauty No. Views out of the site are obstructed by housing. Views of the site from surrounding residential area. No unique features on site. Provides visual amenity. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. No historic buildings, remains or landscape features on site.

Demonstrably special: recreational value Yes. Physically accessible for public use via several entrances. Popular with dog walkers. BMX track is a unique feature not found elsewhere in North Hykeham and will be valued by young people.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. Surrounded by housing and adjacent to children’s play area. Road noise can be heard from within the site. The site is in an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. No priority habitats on site. 1 or 2 mature trees which will offer some wildlife benefit.

Suitable for designation? Yes Justification for decision Designate as a Local Green Space with Glebe Play Area as meets the criteria for designation due to close proximity to the community it serves, it is not an extensive tract of land and it has recreational value that is not replicated elsewhere in North Hykeham.

LGS151. Chapel Fields Sports Area, North Hykeham

Name of Site Chapel Fields Sports Area Site Address Valerian Place, North Hykeham Parish North Hykeham Is the site already protected by an No existing designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Yes. Planning permission and section 106 agreement for 2.25 Permission? ha of public open space, to include 1 full and 2 mini size football pitches and a pavilion with changing rooms and function room. The northern half of the site has permission for a primary school. Preferred Allocation for other use No on Further Draft Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not Yes an extensive tract of land? Is there a smaller area that could n/a still be considered? Is the site in close proximity to the Yes community it serves? Which community does the site Residents of Tiber Road, Valerian Place and other surrounding serve? streets Demonstrably special: beauty Yes. Whilst this site isn't considered to be visually attractive, it will make an important contribution to the physical form and layout of the new housing development which surrounds it and it links to existing public open space to the east. Demonstrably special: historic No. There are no heritage assets or landmarks on site. There significance are no known historically significant figures or events associated with the site. Demonstrably special: recreational Yes. The site is currently used by the local community for value informal recreation and is popular with dog walkers. Once adopted as playing fields, the site will offer opportunities to partake in sporting activities.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. Surrounded by housing and adjacent to children’s play area. Road noise can be heard from within the site. The site is in an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. Demonstrably special: richness of No. The site has very few features of wildlife value. There is an wildlife open water drain to the northern boundary of the site, however this part of the site has been identified for a primary school.

Suitable for designation? Yes partly Justification for decision The site is currently well used by the local community for informal recreation, especially dog walking. The site as submitted for consideration as a Local Green Space has been identified for a primary school, playing fields and a pavilion as part of a new housing development. National Planning Practice Guidance advises that new residential areas may include green areas that were planned as part of the development. Such green areas could be designated as Local Green Space if they are demonstrably special and hold particular local significance. The part of the site identified for a primary school is not suitable for designation as a Local Green Space, however, the southern section of the site is considered to meet the criteria for designation. Designate 2.25ha area identified as public open space in the masterplan for the new housing development.

LGS152. Cranbourne Chase Play Area, North Hykeham

Name of Site Cranbourne Chase Play Area Site Address Cranbourne Chase, North Hykeham Parish North Hykeham Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft Local No Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract of Yes land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it serves? Yes Which community does the site serve? Residents of Cranbourne Chase, Chevot Close and surrounding Streets Demonstrably special: beauty No. Formally maintained grassed area. No unique features. Visual amenity area. Long views out of site towards Lincoln south escarpment. Site can be viewed from surrounding housing. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. No historic buildings, remains or landscape features on site.

Demonstrably special: recreational value Yes. Publicly accessible, open site (no fencing or gates) that is used by children for play. Evidence of dog walking.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is in an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. It is surrounded by housing and adjacent to 2 residential roads. There is a bench on site. Use of site for play is unlikely to allow for quiet enjoyment and relaxation. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. There are no wildlife features on site as the site is predominantly formally mown grass. There are no priority habitats. The site is adjacent to a Green Wedge and forms part of the wider GI network. Suitable for designation? Yes Justification for decision Designate as a Local Green Space as meets the criteria for designation due to close proximity to the community it serves, it is not an extensive tract of land and it has recreational value to the local community.

LGS154. Witham Fields, North Hykeham

Name of Site Witham Fields Site Address Fen Lane, North Hykeham Parish North Hykeham Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft Local No Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract of Yes land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it serves? Yes Which community does the site serve? Residents of North Hykeham Demonstrably special: beauty Yes. This site is a large green space that makes a significant contribution to breaking up the built up area of North Hykeham. It is adjacent to and links up with the Witham Valley Green Wedge to the east. There are long views over the River Witham Valley east towards Lincoln South escarpment. No unique features on site but brings the countryside into the built up area of Hykeham. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. No historic buildings, remains or features on site. Not aware of association with historical event or figure. Demonstrably special: recreational value Yes. Site is multifunctional. It is used for sport (football), play and is popular with dog walkers. There is also a skate park on site which is actively used and which is not replicated elsewhere in North Hykeham.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. Away from the play area and skate park towards the eastern edge, there are opportunities for quiet enjoyment, but most of site is surrounded by housing and road noise can be heard from within the site. The site is in an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity map. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. There are no wildlife features or priority habitats on site. Some mature trees and hedgerows to site boundaries. Site is part of the wider GI Network.

Suitable for designation? Yes Justification for decision Designate as a Local Green Space with as meets the criteria for designation due to close proximity to the community it serves, it is not an extensive tract of land and it is demonstrably special due to its beauty and due to its recreational value that is not replicated elsewhere in North Hykeham.

LGS155. Amenity Space, Fen House, North Hykeham

Name of Site Amenity Space, Fen House Site Address Fen Lane, North Hykeham Parish North Hykeham Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft Local No Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract of Yes land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it serves? Yes Which community does the site serve? Workers and visitors to Fen House. Demonstrably special: beauty No. Primarily a visual amenity area for occupants of Fern House. No unique features on site. Doesn't contribute to the setting of a special feature. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. No historic buildings, remains or features on site.

Demonstrably special: recreational value No. Has visual amenity value only.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. Adjacent to a road and surrounded by housing. The site is in an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. Formally mown grass, few shrubs and trees. No wildlife features or priority habitats on site.

Suitable for designation? No Justification for decision Not suitable for designation. Doesn't sufficiently meet the NPPF Local Green Space criteria.

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LGS156. Derwent Close Amenity Space, North Hykeham

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Name of Site Derwent Close Amenity Space Site Address Derwent Close, North Hykeham Parish North Hykeham Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft Local No Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract of Yes land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it serves? Yes Which community does the site serve? Residents of Dewent Close and Estwaite Close. Demonstrably special: beauty No. No unique features on site. Visual amenity space but not uniquely attractive. No long views. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. No historic buildings, remains or features.

Demonstrably special: recreational value No. The site is accessible via a footpath and is most likely used as a cut through route by pedestrians between Derwent Close and Estwaite Close and to Witham Fields.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. Surrounded by housing and roads. The site is in an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity map. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. Trees may offer some benefit but no wildlife features or priority habitats on site.

Suitable for designation? No Justification for decision Not suitable for designation. Doesn't sufficiently meet the NPPF Local Green Space criteria.

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LGS157. School Lane/ Lincoln Road Open Space, North Hykeham

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Name of Site School Lane/ Lincoln Road Open Space Site Address School Lane, North Hykeham Parish North Hykeham Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft Local No Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract of Yes land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it serves? Yes Which community does the site serve? North Hykeham residents. Demonstrably special: beauty Yes. The site can be seen from surrounding land uses. Stream/drain is a pretty, visually attractive feature and meanders through the site. Overall, the site contributes to local character and sense of place in a busy location. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. No historical buildings or features. Not aware of any historical association with a figure or event. Demonstrably special: recreational value Yes. No sports provision but there is a large play area and games area. Opportunity for informal recreational activities such as dog walking and picnics.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. Adjacent to busy roads and surrounded by housing and shops. The site is in an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife Yes. Parks and gardens are a priority habitat in the Lincolnshire Biodiversity Action Plan. Rivers, canals and drains are also a priority habitat.

Suitable for designation? Yes Justification for decision Designate as a Local Green Space with School Lane Play Area as meets the criteria for designation due to close proximity to the community it serves, it is not an extensive tract of land and it is demonstrably special for its beauty, recreational and wildlife value.

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LGS158. Mill Park Play Area, North Hykeham

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Name of Site Mill Park Play Area Site Address Tiber Road, North Hykeham Parish North Hykeham Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft Local No Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract of Yes land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it serves? Yes Which community does the site serve? Residents of Tiber Road and surrounding streets Demonstrably special: beauty Yes. The site retains a row of mature trees that follow the line of a ditch that runs through the site. The site can be viewed from surrounding housing and has long views across an adjacent open space towards open countryside. The site is off the main road through a new housing development and makes a contribution to local character and sense of place. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. No historic buildings, remains or features on site. Not aware of any historical association with a figure or event. Demonstrably special: recreational value Yes. This is a large play area of neighbourhood significance with a number of pieces of play equipment to suit a range of ages and abilities. The site is also used for dog walking.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is in an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. It is surrounded by housing and is adjacent to the main route through the housing development. Construction traffic and noise can be heard from within the site, although this will be temporary. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. The mature trees and ditch on site (dry at time of site visit) may offer some benefit to wildlife. There are no unique wildlife features or priority habitats on site.

Suitable for designation? Yes Justification for decision Designate as a Local Green Space as meets the criteria for designation due to close proximity to the community it serves, it is not an extensive tract of land and it is demonstrably special for its beauty and recreational value.

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LGS159. Mill Lane Allotments, North Hykeham

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Name of Site Mill Lane Allotments Site Address Mill Lane, North Hykeham Parish North Hykeham Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft Local No Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract of Yes land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it serves? Yes Which community does the site serve? Residents of North Hykeham Demonstrably special: beauty No. Views of the site from the surrounding area and views out of the site are screened by hedgerow. The site is enclosed and doesn't link up with any other open spaces. There are no unique features. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. No historic buildings, remains or features on site. Not aware of any historical association with a figure or event. Demonstrably special: recreational value Yes. Recreational value primarily for allotment holders although site can be accessed by other members of the public for informal recreation.

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LGS162. All Saints Church and Churchyard, North Hykeham

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Name of Site All Saints Church and Churchyard Site Address Moor Lane, North Hykeham Parish North Hykeham Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft Local No Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract of Yes land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it serves? Yes Which community does the site serve? Residents of Moor Lane and surrounding area Demonstrably special: beauty Yes. Attractive church and churchyard. Clearly visible from main roads through North Hykeham. Contributes to the setting of the church and the local character of North Hykeham. Demonstrably special: historic significance Yes. All Saints Church is recorded in the Lincolnshire Historic Environment Record. Part of the history of the development of North Hykeham. Demonstrably special: recreational value No. Publicly accessible open space, but not used for sport or informally for walking.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. The site is located on a busy junction within the heart of North Hykeham and is surrounded by built development, including housing and businesses. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife Yes. The site is not formally designated for its wildlife value, but Churchyards and Cemeteries are a local priority habitat in the Lincolnshire Biodiversity Action Plan. Not aware of any priority species on site. Suitable for designation? Yes Justification for decision Designate as a Local Green Space as meets the criteria for designation due to close proximity to the community it serves, it is not an extensive tract of land and it is demonstrably special due to its contribution to beauty, historical significance and wildlife value.

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LGS164. St Aiden's Park, North Hykeham

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Name of Site St Aiden's Park Site Address St Hilary's Close, North Hykeham Parish North Hykeham Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft Local No Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract of Yes land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it serves? Yes Which community does the site serve? Residents of North Hykeham Demonstrably special: beauty No. Formally maintained site for sport and play, with some mature trees to site boundaries and orchard to north west. There are short views across the site from surrounding residential areas. Site doesn't link up with other surrounding open spaces. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. There are no heritage assets on site and no known records of historic significance.

Demonstrably special: recreational value Yes. The site provides opportunities for play and football via a children's play area and football pitch. The site is publicly accessible for both formal and informal recreation by residents of the surrounding residential areas. Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is in an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity map. The site is adjacent to housing to the east, south and west and an industrial estate to the north. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. Site consists of formally maintained grass and some mature trees. Not aware of any priority habitats or species on site.

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LGS169. Former Grace Avenue Allotments, North Hykeham

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Name of Site Former Grace Avenue Allotments Site Address Grace Avenue, North Hykeham Parish North Hykeham Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? Yes - 09/1084/OUT Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft Local Yes. Site is part of a preferred housing Plan? allocation with planning permission and part of the Hykeham Pits Green Wedge Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract of Yes land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it serves? Yes Which community does the site serve? Residents of North Hykeham Demonstrably special: beauty No. There are no unique features on site and views are restricted by vegetation. The site doesn't contribute to local character and distinctiveness. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. There are no heritage assets on site and no known records of historic significance.

Demonstrably special: recreational value No. The site is overgrown and not currently used for recreation.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is near to a busy road and surrounded by built development to the north and east. The site is in an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity map. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. The site forms part of a Green Wedge that includes sites of county wildlife significance and forms part of a linked chain of wetland habitats. However, the exact wildlife value of the site is unknown. Suitable for designation? No Justification for decision Not suitable for designation. Doesn't sufficiently meet the NPPF Local Green Space criteria and site currently has planning permission for alternative uses.

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LGS170. Lakeview Close Amenity Space, North Hykeham

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Name of Site Lakeview Close Amenity Space Site Address Lakeview Close, North Hykeham Parish North Hykeham Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft Local No Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract of Yes land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it serves? Yes Which community does the site serve? Lakeview Close Demonstrably special: beauty No. Whilst providing visual amenity to the residents of Lakeview Close, the site doesn't contribute to the setting of local distinctiveness of North Hykeham. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. No historic buildings or remains on site.

Demonstrably special: recreational value No. Primary function is visual amenity. No formal sports or recreation facilities or opportunities on site. Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. Site is in an area with a low tranquillity score on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. It is surrounded by housing. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. Site consists of formally maintained grass with some immature trees and hedgerow to the north western boundary. There are no priority habitats on site or wildlife features. Suitable for designation? No Justification for decision Not suitable for designation. Doesn't sufficiently meet the NPPF Local Green Space criteria.

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LGS171. Sharp Walk Amenity Space, North Hykeham

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Name of Site Sharp Walk Amenity Space Site Address Sharp Walk, North Hykeham Parish North Hykeham Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft Local Yes part of Witham Valley Green Wedge Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract of Yes land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it serves? Yes Which community does the site serve? Local residents Sharp Walk Area. Demonstrably special: beauty No. No unique features on site. Views out of site screened by mature hedgerow. View over site from surrounding housing. Main function is visual amenity. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. No historical buildings, remains or landscape features on site. Not aware of any historical association with a figure or event. Demonstrably special: recreational value No. No formal provision for sport or public rights of way.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. Next to residential street. Road noise can be heard from within the site. The site is in an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. No wildlife features on site - mature hedgerow and hedgerow trees may offer some benefit. No priority habitats.

Suitable for designation? No Justification for decision Not suitable for designation. Doesn't sufficiently meet the NPPF Local Green Space criteria.

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LGS172. Sharp Walk Allotments, North Hykeham

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Name of Site Sharp Walk Allotments Site Address Sharp Walk, North Hykeham Parish North Hykeham Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft Local Yes part of Witham Valley Green Wedge. Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract of Yes land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it serves? Yes Which community does the site serve? North Hykeham residents. Demonstrably special: beauty No. No views out of site as screened by hedgerow. No unique features. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. No evidence of historical significance on site - no buildings, remains or landscape features. Not aware of historical association with a figure or event. Relatively new allotment. Demonstrably special: recreational value Yes. Provides recreational value to allotment holders.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. Adjacent to residential street. Road noise can be heard from within the site. The site is in an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity map. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife Yes. Allotments are a Lincolnshire Biodiversity Action Plan priority habitat.

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LGS173. Memorial Field Playing Fields, North Hykeham

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Name of Site Memorial Field Playing Fields Site Address Newark Road, North Hykeham Parish North Hykeham Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft Local Yes part of Hykeham Pits Green Wedge. Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract of Yes land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it serves? Yes Which community does the site serve? Residents of North Hykeham and surrounding area Demonstrably special: beauty Yes. Whilst this is a formally maintained site for sport and recreation and therefore not visually attractive, the site forms part of a Green Wedge to the north and therefore contributes to the landscape setting of North Hykeham. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. There are no heritage assets on site and no known records of historic significance.

Demonstrably special: recreational value Yes. Site offers a variety of leisure and recreation activities, including cricket, football, rugby and a children's play area. Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is adjacent to a busy road and road noise can be heard from within the site. The site is in an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity map. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. Whilst part of a Green Wedge to the north, this site is formally mown and managed for sport and recreation rather than biodiversity. Not aware of any priority habitats or species on site. Suitable for designation? Yes Justification for decision Designate as a Local Green Space as meets the criteria for designation due to close proximity to the community it serves, it is not an extensive tract of land and it is demonstrably special for its beauty and recreational value.

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LGS2. The Swares, Kirkby

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Name of Site The Swares Site Address Main Road, Kirkby Parish Osgodby Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft Local No Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract of Yes land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it serves? Yes Which community does the site serve? Residents of Kingerby/Kirkby but not publicly accessible Demonstrably special: beauty Yes. Provides an open break between Kingerby and Kirkby. Long views into wider countryside and Lincolnshire Wolds AONB to the east. Arable fields with mature trees on field boundaries. Attractive countryside setting. Not within a landscape designation. Demonstrably special: historic significance Yes. Likely to be sub surface archaeological remains associated with the medieval settlement of Kingerby. Demonstrably special: recreational value No. There are no Public Rights of Way through the site and therefore it is not publicly accessible for walking. Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is an area with a medium tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. Adjacent to minor road connecting Kingerby and Kirkby. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife Yes. The site is not formally designated for its wildlife value, but arable field margins are a local priority habitat in the Lincolnshire Biodiversity Action Plan. Not aware of any priority species on site. Suitable for designation? Yes Justification for decision Designate as a Local Green Space as meets the criteria for designation due to close proximity to the community it serves, it is not an extensive tract of land and it meets the demonstrably special criteria for beauty, historic significance and wildlife value.

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LGS5. Grange Park, Scothern

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Name of Site Grange Park Site Address Church Street, Scothern Parish Scothern Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft Local No Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract of Yes land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it serves? Yes Which community does the site serve? Residents of Scothern Village Demonstrably special: beauty Yes. Although not uniquely visually attractive, this site is reasonably close to the centre of the village whereby there are few publicly accessible open spaces. This site contributes to the physical form and layout of the village by providing a 'break' in the built environment. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. There are no historic assets or landmarks on site. There are no known historical figures or events that have an association with this site. Demonstrably special: recreational value Yes. Provides publicly accessible open space for informal recreation.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is in an area with a medium tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. The site is mainly surrounded by housing, with fields to the south west boundary. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. Not aware of any priority habitats or species on site.

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LGS195. Westfield Pond, Scotton

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Name of Site Westfield Pond Site Address Westfield, Scotton Parish Scotton Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft Local No Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract of Yes land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it serves? Yes Which community does the site serve? Local residents in surrounding streets Demonstrably special: beauty No. There are no long views from the site or views of site from the surrounding area. There are no unique features. The site is not within a landscape designation. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. There are no historic buildings or remains on site or historic landscape features. Demonstrably special: recreational value No. Well maintained green space physically accessible via field gate, however appears to be used for visual enjoyment rather than physical recreation. Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is an area with a medium tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. Located in cul-de-sac on edge of village with fields to the west but housing adjacent to the remaining boundaries. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife Yes. Ponds are a UK and Lincolnshire priority habitat. This is the only wetland in the vicinity, although there is a smaller 'farm' pond to the north east of the village Suitable for designation? Yes Justification for decision Designate as a Local Green Space as meets the criteria for designation due to close proximity to the community it serves, it is not an extensive tract of land and it meets the demonstrably special criteria for richness of wildlife.

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LGS197. Church of St Genewy's Churchyard, Scotton

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Name of Site Church of St Genewy's Churchyard Site Address Norththorpe Road, Scotton Parish Scotton Is the site already protected by an existing Church of St Genewy's is a listed building, designation/s? e.g. SSSI Grade I. Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft Local No Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract of Yes land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it serves? Yes Which community does the site serve? Residents of Scotton Village Demonstrably special: beauty Yes. Very attractive church and churchyard. Good variety of trees. Clearly visible from main roads through the village. Site is not within a landscape designation. Contributes to the setting of the church and the local character of the village. Demonstrably special: historic significance Yes. The church is Grade I listed. Part of the history of the development of the village.

Demonstrably special: recreational value No. Publicly accessible but not used for sport or informally for walking.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is an area with a medium tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. Site is adjacent to roads on two sides. Village hall on the south side. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife Yes. The site is not formally designated for its wildlife value, but Churchyards and Cemeteries are a local priority habitat in the Lincolnshire Biodiversity Action Plan. Not aware of any priority species on site. Suitable for designation? Yes Justification for decision Designate as a Local Green Space as meets the criteria for designation due to close proximity to the community it serves, it is not an extensive tract of land and it is demonstrably special due to its contribution to local character, historical significance and wildlife value.

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LGS23. Monson Playing Field, Skellingthorpe

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Name of Site Monson Playing Field Site Address Church Road, Skellingthorpe Parish Skellingthorpe Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further No Draft Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an Yes extensive tract of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be n/a considered? Is the site in close proximity to the community Yes it serves? Which community does the site serve? Residents of Skellingthorpe Parish Demonstrably special: beauty No. Largest open space in village. Enclosed by surrounding residential areas so site doesn't offer long views and there are no views of the site from the surrounding area. There are no unique features or features of beauty. The site has very little landscaping. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. There are no historical buildings or features on site. Not aware of any historical significance.

Demonstrably special: recreational value Yes. The site is the venue for the annual village gala which would be difficult to hold elsewhere in the village as open space provision is limited. The site is physically accessible by the public by a range of transport modes and via numerous entrances, with a national cycle route running nearby and good footpath connections to surrounding residential areas. Site is primarily used for playing football and bowls, and is popular for informal recreation, including dog walking. This site is the only playing field provision in the parish. Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. The site is enclosed but is surrounded by housing. As a large site, there will be parts that offer an opportunity for quiet relaxation at certain times of the day, but the main use of the site for sport and children’s play means the site cannot be considered to be tranquil as a whole. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. The site is not designated for its wildlife value. There are some mature trees, otherwise this site offers formal open space provision with few wildlife features. The site does form part of a series of open spaces in this part of the village contributing to the green infrastructure network. Suitable for designation? Yes Justification for decision Designate as a Local Green Space as meets the criteria for designation due to close proximity to the community it serves, it is not an extensive tract of land and it meets the demonstrably special criteria for recreation value.

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LGS24. Amenity Space next to 39 Wiseholme Road, Skellingthorpe

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Name of Site Amenity space next to 39 Wiseholme Road Site Address Wiseholme Road, Skellingthorpe Parish Skellingthorpe Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft Local No Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract of Yes land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it serves? Yes Which community does the site serve? Local residents of Wiseholme Road and Woodland Avenue. Demonstrably special: beauty No. Site is mainly surrounded by low density housing (bungalows). There are no unique features. There are no views from the site or of the site from surrounding area. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. No historical buildings or features on site. Not aware of any historical association or regular events. Demonstrably special: recreational value No. Primary function of the site is visual amenity. No formal opportunities for recreation but site may be used for informally. Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. Surrounded by built development (housing) and adjacent to 2 roads. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. This site primarily consists of formally mown grass. It is not formally designated for its wildlife value. There are no wildlife features on site. Suitable for designation? No Justification for decision Not suitable for designation. Doesn't sufficiently meet the NPPF Local Green Space criteria.

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LGS25. Amenity Space next to 23 High Street, Skellingthorpe

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Name of Site Amenity Space next to 23 High Street Site Address High Street, Skellingthorpe Parish Skellingthorpe Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft Local No Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract of Yes land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it serves? Yes Which community does the site serve? Local residents of High Street and Woodbank. Demonstrably special: beauty No. Formally mown grass. No unique features, long views or contribution to setting of buildings/features. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. No buildings, remains, historical association or events.

Demonstrably special: recreational value No. No recreational opportunities.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. Adjacent to road. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. Formally mown highway verge.

Suitable for designation? No Justification for decision Not suitable for designation. Doesn't sufficiently meet the NPPF Local Green Space criteria.

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LGS26. Amenity Space behind Old Oak Rise, Skellingthorpe

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Name of Site Amenity Space behind Old Oak Rise Site Address Old Oak Rise, Skellingthorpe Parish Skellingthorpe Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft Local No Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract of Yes land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it serves? Yes Which community does the site serve? Residents of Skellingthorpe Parish Demonstrably special: beauty No. Largely consists of formally mown grass.

Demonstrably special: historic significance Yes. The site is connected to Skellingthorpe's railway and airfield past and therefore played an important role in the historical development of the village. The heritage room houses displays detailing Skellingthorpe's airfield history. The room itself is a former weighbridge office of Skellingthorpe railway station. Demonstrably special: recreational value No. The site offers a place for young people to 'hang out' but otherwise there are few recreational opportunities. Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. The site is adjacent to the community centre car park and surrounding residential area. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. The site is unlikely to have significant value for wildlife as it primarily consists of formally mown grass with the exception of 1 or 2 mature trees. It is not formally designated for its wildlife value. Forms part of the green infrastructure network, linked to other green spaces. Suitable for designation? Yes Justification for decision Designate as a Local Green Space as meets the criteria for designation due to close proximity to the community it serves, it is not an extensive tract of land and it meets the demonstrably special criteria for historical significance.

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LGS27. Amenity Space next to 20 Hodson Close, Skellingthorpe

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Name of Site Amenity Space next to 20 Hodson Close Site Address Hodson Close, Skellingthorpe Parish Skellingthorpe Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft Local No Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract of Yes land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it serves? Yes Which community does the site serve? Local residents of Hodson Close Demonstrably special: beauty No. Whilst trees can be considered beautiful features, site is primarily formally mown grass verge and lock up garages. Glimpses of uphill Lincoln in distance. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. No historical buildings or remains, association or events.

Demonstrably special: recreational value No. No recreational opportunities for sport or informal recreation. Visual amenity space.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. Surrounded by built development (housing). Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. Formally mown grass offers little wildlife value. Trees may benefit birds and insects but no UK or local priority habitats/species on site or formal designations for wildlife value. Suitable for designation? No Justification for decision Not suitable for designation. Doesn't sufficiently meet the NPPF Local Green Space criteria.

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LGS28. Amenity Space Jerusalem Road, Skellingthorpe

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Name of Site Amenity Space Jerusalem Road Site Address Jerusalem Road, Skellingthorpe Parish Skellingthorpe Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft Local No Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract of Yes land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it serves? Yes Which community does the site serve? Residents of Jerusalem Road Demonstrably special: beauty No. Primarily formally mown grass verge and car parking for garage. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. No buildings, historical association or events on site.

Demonstrably special: recreational value No. No opportunities for sport or informal recreation.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. Adjacent to busy road and housing. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. Formally mown grass offers little wildlife value. No UK or local priority habitats/species on site or formal designations for wildlife value. Suitable for designation? No Justification for decision Not suitable for designation. Doesn't sufficiently meet the NPPF Local Green Space criteria.

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LGS29. Amenity Space off Hamilton Grove, Skellingthorpe

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Name of Site Amenity Space off Hamilton Grove Site Address Hamilton Grove, Skellingthorpe Parish Skellingthorpe Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft Local No Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract of Yes land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it serves? Yes Which community does the site serve? Residents of Hamilton Grove Demonstrably special: beauty No. No long views from site. Site is enclosed and although surrounded by housing is not overlooked. No unique features. Not within a landscape designation. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. No historic buildings or features. Not aware of any historical association with an event or figure. Demonstrably special: recreational value No. Publically accessible with footpaths leading to and from the site. No formal sports provision. Used as a cut through between residential streets. Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. Surrounded by built development (housing). Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. Mature trees offer some wildlife benefit but not a local priority habitat.

Suitable for designation? No Justification for decision Not suitable for designation. Doesn't sufficiently meet the NPPF Local Green Space criteria.

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LGS30. Amenity Space 1 Wiseholme Road, Skellingthorpe

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Name of Site Amenity Space 1 Wiseholme Road Site Address Wiseholme Road, Skellingthorpe Parish Skellingthorpe Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft Local No Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract of Yes land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it serves? Yes Which community does the site serve? Residents of Wiseholme Road Demonstrably special: beauty No. No views from site. Enclosed by fencing from surrounding housing. No unique features. Not a beautiful setting as primarily formally mown grass. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. No historic buildings or features. Not aware of historical association with an event or figure. Demonstrably special: recreational value No. Site is publicly accessible via 3 footpaths which lead to the site. No formal recreation provision. Provides visual amenity. Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. Surrounded by residential buildings and streets. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. No local priority habitats. Formally maintained site.

Suitable for designation? No Justification for decision Not suitable for designation. Doesn't sufficiently meet the NPPF Local Green Space criteria.

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LGS31. Amenity space off Foxfield Close, Skellingthorpe

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Name of Site Amenity space off Foxfield Close Site Address Foxfield Close, Skellingthorpe Parish Skellingthorpe Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft Local No Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract of Yes land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it serves? Yes Which community does the site serve? Local residents of Foxfield Close and Poachers Brook Demonstrably special: beauty No. Formally maintained site. No unique features. Surrounded by 2 storey, low density housing. Offers glimpses of nearby countryside. Not within a landscape designation. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. No historical buildings or features. No historical association with an event or figure.

Demonstrably special: recreational value No. No formal recreation provision. May be used for informal recreation for local residents but primarily for visual amenity. Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. Surrounded by built development (housing). Adjacent to the road. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. Mature hedgerow may offer some benefit to birds and insects but no unique wildlife features. Not a local priority habitat. Not designated for wildlife value. Suitable for designation? No Justification for decision Not suitable for designation. Doesn't sufficiently meet the NPPF Local Green Space criteria.

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LGS32. Amenity Space next to 28 Lincoln Road

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Name of Site Amenity Space next to 28 Lincoln Road Site Address Lincoln Road, Skellingthorpe Parish Skellingthorpe Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft Local No Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract of Yes land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it serves? Yes Which community does the site serve? Residents of Skellingthorpe village Demonstrably special: beauty No. Site doesn't make a significant contribution to local character, physical form or layout of the village. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. There are no historic buildings or remains on site.

Demonstrably special: recreational value No. Strip of woodland and amenity grass alongside cycle and footpath. Provides visual amenity but not accessible for recreation. Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is adjacent to a residential area. It is an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. Whilst trees may provide some wildlife value, not aware of any priority habitats or species on site. Suitable for designation? No Justification for decision Not suitable for designation. Doesn't sufficiently meet the NPPF Local Green Space criteria.

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LGS33. Amenity Space 2a Lincoln Road, Skellingthorpe

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Name of Site Amenity Space 2a Lincoln Road Site Address Lincoln Road, Skellingthorpe Parish Skellingthorpe Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft Local No Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract of Yes land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it serves? Yes Which community does the site serve? Local residents of Lincoln Road. Demonstrably special: beauty No. No unique features. No views. Formally mown grass verge with little landscaping. Not within a landscape designation. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. No historic buildings or remains. No historic association or events.

Demonstrably special: recreational value No. No recreational opportunities on site. Primarily visual amenity.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. Next to main road through village and surrounded by development. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. No notable wildlife features. Not a local priority habitat. Not designated for wildlife value. Suitable for designation? No Justification for decision Not suitable for designation. Doesn't sufficiently meet the NPPF Local Green Space criteria.

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LGS35. Amenity Space between Martin Close and Goldfinch Close

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Name of Site Amenity space between Martin Close and Goldfinch Close Site Address Martin Close, Skellingthorpe Parish Skellingthorpe Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft Local No Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract of Yes land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it serves? Yes Which community does the site serve? Local residents of Martin Close and Goldfinch Close. Demonstrably special: beauty No. Site is surrounded by low density housing (bungalows). No unique features. No views from site of surrounding area. Not within a landscape designation. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. No historical buildings or features on site. Not aware of historical association or regular events. Demonstrably special: recreational value No. Site is small and covered in trees and shrubs.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. Adjacent to roads and surrounded by housing. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. Shrubs and trees important for birds and insects but no unique wildlife features on site. Not a local priority habitat. Suitable for designation? No Justification for decision Not suitable for designation. Doesn't sufficiently meet the NPPF Local Green Space criteria.

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LGS36. Stoney Yard Cemetery, Skellingthorpe

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Name of Site Stoney Yard Cemetery Site Address Lower Church Road, Skellingthorpe Parish Skellingthorpe Is the site already protected by an existing St Lawrence’s Church is a Listed Building designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft Local No Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract of Yes land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it serves? Yes Which community does the site serve? Residents of Skellingthorpe village. Demonstrably special: beauty No. There are views to open countryside from the cemetery and views of the cemetery from surrounding residential area. Site is not in a landscape designation. Demonstrably special: historic significance Yes. Site contributes to the setting of St Lawrence’s Church Listed Building and War Memorial. Demonstrably special: recreational value No. Publicly accessible but not used for sport or informally for walking.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. Busy road adjacent to site. Adjacent to working farm and housing. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife Yes. The site is not formally designated for its wildlife value, but Churchyards and Cemeteries are a local priority habitat in the Lincolnshire Biodiversity Action Plan. Not aware of any priority species on site. Suitable for designation? Yes Justification for decision Designate as a Local Green Space as meets the criteria for designation due to close proximity to the community it serves, it is not an extensive tract of land and it meets the demonstrably special criteria for historical significance and richness of wildlife.

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LGS37. Amenity Space at junction with High Street and Church Road, Skellingthorpe

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Name of Site Amenity Space at junction with High Street and Church Road Site Address Lower Church Road, Skellingthorpe Parish Skellingthorpe Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft Local No Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract of Yes land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it serves? Yes Which community does the site serve? Local residents of High Street, Church Road and Jerusalem Road. Demonstrably special: beauty No. No unique features, long views or contribution to the setting of historic buildings/features. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. No historic buildings or remains. No historical association with an event or figure.

Demonstrably special: recreational value No. No recreational opportunities.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. Surrounded by main roads through village, co-op and housing. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. No local priority habitats. No unique wildlife features. Not designated for wildlife value. Suitable for designation? No Justification for decision Not suitable for designation. Doesn't sufficiently meet the NPPF Local Green Space criteria.

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LGS38. Amenity space Skellingthorpe Community Centre, Skellingthorpe

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Name of Site Amenity Space Skellingthorpe Community Centre Site Address Lower Church Road, Skellingthorpe Parish Skellingthorpe Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft Local No Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract of Yes land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it serves? Yes Which community does the site serve? Residents of Skellingthorpe Parish Demonstrably special: beauty Yes. The site is visually attractive and contributes to local identity through features such as the war memorial, sign of the village crest and the beck which runs through the site. Demonstrably special: historic significance Yes. The site provides a setting for a locally valued historical landmark. A memorial in remembrance of those who served at RAF Skellingthorpe during WWII is located on site. An annual memorial service is held around the memorial. The community centre and youth club are on the site of the former railway station. Demonstrably special: recreational value Yes. There is an outdoor gym on site with a range of equipment. Seating offers opportunities for informal recreation. Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. The site is adjacent to the community centre car park and close to Lincoln Road, one of the main routes into the village therefore there would be few opportunities for quiet relaxation. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. The site is not designated for wildlife value and is not a local priority habitat. There are some features such as trees and a small beck, hat may provide some benefit to wildlife. The site does form part of the wider green infrastructure network. Suitable for designation? Yes Justification for decision Designate as a Local Green Space as meets the criteria for designation due to close proximity to the community it serves, it is not an extensive tract of land and it meets the demonstrably special criteria for beauty, historical significance and recreational value.

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LGS39. Skellingthorpe Play Area, Skellingthorpe

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Name of Site Skellingthorpe Play Area Site Address Lincoln Road, Skellingthorpe Parish Skellingthorpe Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft Local No Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract of Yes land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it serves? Yes Which community does the site serve? Residents of Skellingthorpe Demonstrably special: beauty No. The site doesn't contribute to the local identity and character of the village. There are no long views from the site out of the village and no special features of features of beauty. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. There are no historic buildings, remains or landscape features on site.

Demonstrably special: recreational value Yes. The site offers a large area for play with a variety of play equipment for children of all ages and has local significance for recreation as there are no other equipped play areas in the village. Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. Although the site is located away from busy roads and residential areas, the use of the site for children’s play means it doesn't offer a space for quiet enjoyment or reflection. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. There are some mature trees on site, but the site is not designated because of its wildlife value and there are no local priority habitats. The site does form part of the green infrastructure network. Suitable for designation? Yes Justification for decision Designate as a Local Green Space as meets the criteria for designation due to close proximity to the community it serves, it is not an extensive tract of land and it meets the demonstrably special criteria for recreational value.

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LGS40. Woodland West of Skellingthorpe Play Area, Skellingthorpe

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Name of Site Woodland West of Skellingthorpe Play Area Site Address Lincoln Road, Skellingthorpe Parish Skellingthorpe Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft Local No Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract of Yes land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it serves? Yes Which community does the site serve? Residents of Skellingthorpe Demonstrably special: beauty No. The site doesn't contribute to the setting and character of the village as a whole. It provides an attractive land use adjacent to the national cycle route which runs through the village. The site is inaccessible and doesn't offer any views. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. There are no historical buildings, landmarks or remains on site.

Demonstrably special: recreational value No. The site is a dense wooded area and therefore it is not accessible to the public although a public right of way runs adjacent to the site and therefore it is of visual amenity value. Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. The site is adjacent to a residential area and a popular public right of way/national cycle route. It cannot be accessed by the public and so doesn't offer any opportunity for quiet enjoyment or reflection. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. The site is not designated for its wildlife value and is not identified as a priority habitat. The site does form part of a green infrastructure network of linked open spaces that connect the village to the surrounding countryside along the route of the national cycle path. Suitable for designation? No Justification for decision Not suitable for designation. Doesn't sufficiently meet the NPPF Local Green Space criteria.

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LGS41. Woodbank Cemetery, Skellingthorpe

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Name of Site Woodbank Cemetery Site Address Woodbank, Skellingthorpe Parish Skellingthorpe Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft Local No Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract of Yes land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it serves? Yes Which community does the site serve? Residents of Skellingthorpe Demonstrably special: beauty No. Site is on the edge of the village and offers some views of surrounding countryside. There are no unique features on site. Site is formally maintained. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. No historic buildings or features. Not aware of any historical association with an event or figure. Demonstrably special: recreational value No. Site is publically accessible but its primary use is not recreation.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity Yes. The site is an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. However, site offers seating for quiet contemplation/relaxation, nearby road is quiet, site is an edge of village location and surrounding land use is predominantly fields. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife Yes. The site is not formally designated for its wildlife value, but Churchyards and Cemeteries are a local priority habitat in the Lincolnshire Biodiversity Action Plan. Not aware of any priority species on site. Suitable for designation? Yes Justification for decision Designate as a Local Green Space as meets the criteria for designation due to close proximity to the community it serves, it is not an extensive tract of land and it meets the demonstrably special criteria for tranquillity and richness of wildlife.

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LGS42. Amenity Space Redwing Close, Skellingthorpe

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Name of Site Amenity Space Redwing Close Site Address Redwing Close, Skellingthorpe Parish Skellingthorpe Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft Local No Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract of Yes land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it serves? Yes Which community does the site serve? Local residents of Redwing Close Demonstrably special: beauty No. Formally mown with minimal landscaping. No unique features or views. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. No historical buildings or remains on site. No historical association with a figure or event. Demonstrably special: recreational value No. No sports provision or informal recreational opportunities. Main function is visual amenity. Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. Surrounded by housing and adjacent to primary school. The site is in an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. No notable wildlife features or priority habitats.

Suitable for designation? No Justification for decision Not suitable for designation. Doesn't sufficiently meet the NPPF Local Green Space criteria.

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LGS43. Amenity Space End of Queensway, Skellingthorpe

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Name of Site Amenity Space End of Queensway Site Address Queensway, Skellingthorpe Parish Skellingthorpe Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft Local No Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract of Yes land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it serves? Yes Which community does the site serve? Local residents of Queensway. Demonstrably special: beauty No. No unique features. No long views (surrounded by housing). Demonstrably special: historic significance No. No historic buildings, features or remains. No historical association with a figure or event. Demonstrably special: recreational value No. No opportunities for sport or informal recreation.

Suitable for designation? No Justification for decision Not suitable for designation. Doesn't sufficiently meet the NPPF Local Green Space criteria.

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LGS45. Amenity Space off Gardenfield, Skellingthorpe

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Name of Site Amenity Space off Gardenfield Site Address Gardenfield, Skellingthorpe Parish Skellingthorpe Is the site already protected by an existing Part of Wiseholme Holt Local Wildlife Site designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft Local Part of Skellingthorpe Green Wedge Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract of Yes land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it serves? Yes

Which community does the site serve? Residents of Skellingthorpe Demonstrably special: beauty No. No long views. Site can be viewed from surrounding housing. Not a uniquely beautiful setting. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. No historic buildings or features on site. Not aware of any historical association with a figure or event. Demonstrably special: recreational value Yes. No sports provision but used for informal recreation. Footpaths connect from surrounding residential area to and through the site. Evidence of dog walking. Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. Very close to development (housing). Not tranquil at time of visit. The site is in an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife Yes. Part of Wiseholme Holt Local Wildlife Site.

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LGS46. Amenity Space Lancaster Way, Skellingthorpe

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Name of Site Amenity Space Lancaster Way Site Address Lancaster Way, Skellingthorpe Parish Skellingthorpe Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft Local No Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract of Yes land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it serves? Yes

Which community does the site serve? Local residents of Lancaster Way and Blenheim Close. Demonstrably special: beauty No. Site can be viewed by surrounding housing. No long views. No unique features. SUDS pond is mature but not uniquely beautiful. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. No historic buildings, remains or features. Not aware of any historical association with a figure or event. Demonstrably special: recreational value Yes. Used by community for informal recreation. Evidence of dog walking on site visit. Accessed via footpath from surrounding housing area. Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. Adjacent to road, but not busy. Overlooked by housing. No seating.The site is in an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife Yes. SUDS pond and mature trees of wildlife benefit. Ponds, lakes and reservoirs are a priority habitat in the Lincolnshire Biodiversity Action Plan. Site not part of linked Green Infrastructure network or wildlife corridor. Suitable for designation? Yes Justification for decision Designate as a Local Green Space as meets the criteria for designation due to close proximity to the community it serves, it is not an extensive tract of land and it meets the demonstrably special criteria for recreational value and richness of wildlife.

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LGS48. Amenity Space Lower Church Road, Skellingthorpe

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Name of Site Amenity Space Lower Church Road Site Address Lower Church Road, Skellingthorpe Parish Skellingthorpe Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft Local No Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract of Yes land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it serves? Yes

Which community does the site serve? Local residents of Lower Church Road and Lincoln Road. Demonstrably special: beauty No. Whilst trees can be considered beautiful features, site as a whole is not uniquely beautiful or special. No long views. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. No historical buildings, remains or features. No historical association with a figure or event. Demonstrably special: recreational value No. No sports provision or informal recreational opportunities on site.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. Next to main road through the village. The site is in an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. Trees may provide some wildlife benefit. No priority habitats on site.

Suitable for designation? No Justification for decision Not suitable for designation. Doesn't sufficiently meet the NPPF Local Green Space criteria.

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LGS49. Swallow Avenue Amenity Space, Skellingthorpe

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Name of Site Swallow Avenue Amenity Space Site Address Swallow Avenue, Skellingthorpe Parish Skellingthorpe Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft Local No Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract of Yes land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it serves? Yes

Which community does the site serve? Local residents of Swallow Avenue and Jerusalem Road. Demonstrably special: beauty No. There are no unique features on site. There are no long views or views of site from surrounding area. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. No historic buildings, remains or landscape features. No historical association with a figure or event. Demonstrably special: recreational value No. No sports provision of informal recreation opportunities on site.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. Seating on site but site next to 2 busy roads therefore doesn't offer opportunity for quiet enjoyment and relaxation. The site is in an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. No features of wildlife value. No priority habitats.

Suitable for designation? No Justification for decision Not suitable for designation. Doesn't sufficiently meet the NPPF Local Green Space criteria.

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LGS50. Amenity Space 1 Hodson Close, Skellingthorpe

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Name of Site Amenity Space 1 Hodson Close Site Address Hodson Close, Skellingthorpe Parish Skellingthorpe Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft Local No Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract of Yes land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it serves? Yes

Which community does the site serve? Local residents of Hodson Close and Lower Church Road. Demonstrably special: beauty No. No unique features. Doesn't contribute to setting of building/special feature. No long views. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. No historic buildings, remains or features. No historical association with a figure or event. Demonstrably special: recreational value No. No sports provision or informal recreation opportunities.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. Surrounded by housing, roads and opposite primary school. The site is in an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. No features of wildlife value. No priority habitats.

Suitable for designation? No Justification for decision Not suitable for designation. Doesn't sufficiently meet the NPPF Local Green Space criteria.

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LGS51. Amenity Space and Parking Hodson Close, Skellingthorpe

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Name of Site Amenity Space and Parking Hodson Close Site Address Hodson Close, Skellingthorpe Parish Skellingthorpe Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft Local No Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract of Yes land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it serves? Yes

Which community does the site serve? Local residents of Hodson Close Demonstrably special: beauty No. No unique features. Doesn't contribute to setting of building/special feature. No long views. Glimpses of uphill Lincoln in distance.

Demonstrably special: historic significance No. No historic buildings, remains or features. No historical association with a figure or event. Demonstrably special: recreational value No. No sports provision or informal recreation opportunities.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. Surrounded by built development (housing) and car park. The site is in an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. Formally mown grass has little wildlife value. No priority habitats.

Suitable for designation? No Justification for decision Not suitable for designation. Doesn't sufficiently meet the NPPF Local Green Space criteria.

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LGS52. Amenity Space Mallard Close, Skellingthorpe

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Name of Site Amenity Space Mallard Close Site Address Mallard, Skellingthorpe Parish Skellingthorpe Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft Local No Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract of Yes land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it serves? Yes

Which community does the site serve? Local residents of Mallard Close Demonstrably special: beauty No. No unique features. Doesn't contribute to setting of building/special feature. No long views (surrounded by housing).

Suitable for designation? No Justification for decision Not suitable for designation. Doesn't sufficiently meet the NPPF Local Green Space criteria.

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LGS55. Amenity Space Old Chapel Road, Skellingthorpe

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Name of Site Amenity Space Old Chapel Road Site Address Old Chapel Road, Skellingthorpe Parish Skellingthorpe Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft Local No Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract of Yes land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it serves? Yes

Which community does the site serve? Local residents of Old Chapel Road, Sunderland Close, Anson Close. Demonstrably special: beauty No. No unique features. No views (surrounded by medium density housing).

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. Surrounded by housing. The site is in an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. No wildlife features, although trees and shrubs will provide some wildlife benefit. No priority habitats. Suitable for designation? No Justification for decision Not suitable for designation. Doesn't sufficiently meet the NPPF Local Green Space criteria.

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LGS56. Amenity Space off Queensway, Skellingthorpe

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Name of Site Amenity Space off Queensway Site Address Queensway, Skellingthorpe Parish Skellingthorpe Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft Local No Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract of Yes land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it serves? Yes

Which community does the site serve? Local residents of Queensway. Demonstrably special: beauty No. No unique features. No views. Whilst trees can be considered beautiful features, site as a whole is not uniquely beautiful or special to village. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. No historical buildings, remains or landscape features on site. Not aware of historical association or regular events. Demonstrably special: recreational value No. No sports provision on site or informal recreation opportunities.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. Surrounded by housing. The site is in an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. No wildlife features, although trees and shrubs will provide some wildlife benefit. No priority habitats Suitable for designation? No Justification for decision Not suitable for designation. Doesn't sufficiently meet the NPPF Local Green Space criteria.

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LGS57. Amenity Space 10 High Street, Skellingthorpe

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Name of Site Amenity Space 10 High Street Site Address High Street, Skellingthorpe Parish Skellingthorpe Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft Local No Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract of Yes land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it serves? Yes

Which community does the site serve? Residents of 10 High Street and High Street in general. Demonstrably special: beauty No. No unique features. Surrounded by low density housing (bungalows). No views.

Demonstrably special: historic significance No. No historical buildings, remains or landscape features on site. Not aware of historical association or regular events. Demonstrably special: recreational value No. Not publically accessible as private garden and therefore no opportunities for recreation, play or sport. Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. Next to road. The site is in an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. Predominantly formally mown grass. Hedgerow may provide some wildlife benefit. No priority habitats. Suitable for designation? No Justification for decision Not suitable for designation. Doesn't sufficiently meet the NPPF Local Green Space criteria.

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LGS59. Amenity Space 2 Hodson Close, Skellingthorpe

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Name of Site Amenity Space 2 Hodson Close Site Address Hodson Close, Skellingthorpe Parish Skellingthorpe Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft Local No Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract of Yes land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it serves? Yes

Which community does the site serve? Local residents of Hodson Close and Lower Church Road. Demonstrably special: beauty No. No unique features. No views. Doesn't contribute to setting of building or special feature.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. Surrounded by housing, roads and near primary school. The site is in an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. No wildlife features, although trees and shrubs will provide some wildlife benefit. No priority habitats. Suitable for designation? No Justification for decision Not suitable for designation. Doesn't sufficiently meet the NPPF Local Green Space criteria.

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LGS60. Amenity Space 18 Deane Road, Skellingthorpe

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Name of Site Amenity Space 18 Deane Road Site Address Dean Road, Skellingthorpe Parish Skellingthorpe Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft Local No Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract of Yes land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it serves? Yes

Which community does the site serve? Residents of Dean Road Demonstrably special: beauty No. No unique features. No views. Doesn't contribute to setting of building or special feature.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. Surrounded by housing and roads. The site is in an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. Mainly formally mown grass. No wildlife features. No priority habitats.

Suitable for designation? No Justification for decision Not suitable for designation. Doesn't sufficiently meet the NPPF Local Green Space criteria.

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LGS180. Lollycocks Field, Sleaford

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Name of Site Lollycocks Field Site Address Eastgate, Sleaford Parish Sleaford Is the site already protected by an existing Yes. It is a Local Nature Reserve and in designation/s? e.g. SSSI Sleaford Conservation Area. Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft Local Shown as a Local Nature Reserve on the Plan? Policies Map Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract of Yes land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it serves? Yes

Which community does the site serve? Sleaford residents, residents from surrounding settlements and visitors to Sleaford. Demonstrably special: beauty Yes. The site as a whole has a special beauty along the River Slea close to the centre of Sleaford. The site makes an important contribution to the character and setting of Sleaford. There are long views along the River Slea and out towards the open countryside Demonstrably special: historic significance No. There are no buildings or features of historical significance on the site or association with an historical figure or event. The site was mentioned in the Doomsday Book of 1086 as a pasture playing host to occasional travelling fairs. Demonstrably special: recreational value Yes. The site is accessible to the public, including by wheelchair. The site offers opportunities for informal recreation (walking, dog walking) and enjoyment of nature, such as pond dipping, not found elsewhere along the River Slea. Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. The site is adjacent to the busy A153, one of the main roads into Sleaford, and NKDC Council car park. There is seating throughout the site that offers opportunities for relaxation. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife Yes. The site is a LNR and LWS. It offers wildflower and wetland meadow habitat and forms part of the River Slea corridor. Conservation events are held throughout the year for volunteers and school groups. Suitable for designation? No Justification for decision Not suitable for designation as a Local Green Space. Already protected as a LNR and associated legislation and therefore designation as a Local Green Space is unlikely to bring any additional benefits.

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LGS181. George Street Play Area, Sleaford

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Name of Site George Street Play Area Site Address George Street, Sleaford Parish Sleaford Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft Local No Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract of Yes land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it serves? Yes

Which community does the site serve? Residents from surrounding area streets. Demonstrably special: beauty No. There is minimal landscaping on the site, which primarily consists of mown grass. There are no unique features.

Demonstrably special: historic significance No. There are no historical buildings or features of significance on site. Not aware of any historical association or regular events. Demonstrably special: recreational value Yes. Offers play and informal recreation for children and young people.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. The site is unlikely to be tranquil when in use for play and there is a railway line nearby. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. There are no features of wildlife interest on site. The site is surrounded by housing and therefore doesn't form part of a wildlife corridor or the wider Green Infrastructure network. Suitable for designation? Yes Justification for decision Designate as a Local Green Space as meets the criteria for designation due to close proximity to the community it serves, it is not an extensive tract of land and it has recreational value.

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LGS182. Boston Road Recreation Ground, Sleaford

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Name of Site Boston Road Recreation Ground Site Address Boston Road, Sleaford Parish Sleaford Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? Part of the site has planning permission for a link Road between Mareham Lane and Boston Road. Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft Local Part of the site is safeguarded on the Policies Plan? Map for the Sleaford Link Road Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract of Yes land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it serves? Yes

Which community does the site serve? Local residents from Sleaford, residents from surrounding settlements and visitors to Sleaford. Demonstrably special: beauty No. Although some features, such as the mature trees, can be considered beautiful in their own right, the site is not considered to be uniquely beautiful as a whole. There are no long views from the site. The site can be viewed from surrounding residential areas. The site is not covered by any landscape designations. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. There are no historical buildings or features on the site. Not aware of any historical associations with figures or events. Demonstrably special: recreational value Yes. The site is used for sport and informal recreation, including dog walking and picnics. The skate park is a unique feature not found elsewhere in the town. There are regular events held on the site, such as circuses and fairs. Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. The site is adjacent to Boston Road, a busy route into Sleaford, and is surrounded by housing to the north, east and south. The site contains a large play area and skate park which are popular in the summer months when the site can become very busy. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. There are a number of mature trees on site but no priority habitats or species or unique features of wildlife value. The site is not designated for wildlife value. Suitable for designation? Yes partly Justification for decision Site boundaries to be amended to reflect safeguarded land for Sleaford Link Road. Designate remaining site as a Local Green Space as meets the criteria for designation due to close proximity to the community it serves, it is not an extensive tract of land and it has recreational value.

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LGS183. Lincoln Road Play Area, Sleaford

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Name of Site Lincoln Road Play Area Site Address Lincoln Road, Sleaford Parish Sleaford Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft Local No Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract of Yes land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it serves? Yes

Which community does the site serve? Residents from surrounding streets Demonstrably special: beauty No. The site doesn't have any unique features that could be considered beautiful. There is minimal landscaping, with the site predominantly consisting of grassland. The site does not offer any long views or contribute to the character of the local area. The site is not in a landscape designation. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. There are no historical buildings or features on site. Not aware of any regular events. Demonstrably special: recreational value Yes. Site is used by local residents for play and informal recreation. There is a footpath running through the site that connects it to the surrounding residential areas. Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. Site is surrounded by housing and is adjacent to a busy road (B1518). The site is unlikely to be peaceful when in use for play. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. There are some young trees and hedgerow to one of the site boundaries but on the whole there are no notable wildlife features or known priority habitats or species. The site is surrounded by development and therefore doesn't form part of a wider green infrastructure network or wildlife corridor. Suitable for designation? Yes Justification for decision Designate as a Local Green Space as meets the criteria for designation due to close proximity to the community it serves, it is not an extensive tract of land and it has recreational value.

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LGS184. Woodside Play Area, Sleaford

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Name of Site Woodside Play Area Site Address Beech Rise, Sleaford Parish Sleaford Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft Local No Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract of Yes land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it serves? Yes

Which community does the site serve? Residents from surrounding streets Demonstrably special: beauty No. The site can be viewed from surrounding residential area but offers no long views. The site doesn't fall within a landscape designation. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. There are no historical buildings or features on site. There are no historic landscape features. Not aware of association with historical figure or event. Demonstrably special: recreational value Yes. Large open space used by local residents for play and informal recreation, including dog walking. Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. The site is surrounded by housing. Some road noise can be heard from nearby B1518. There is no seating for quiet relaxation. The site is unlikely to be quiet when in use for play. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. Other than some mature trees to the site boundaries, there are no features of wildlife importance that would meet the criteria. Suitable for designation? Yes Justification for decision Designate as a Local Green Space as meets the criteria for designation due to close proximity to the community it serves, it is not an extensive tract of land and it has recreational value.

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LGS185. Galley Hill Allotments, Sleaford

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Name of Site Galley Hill Allotments Site Address Millfield Terrace, Sleaford Parish Sleaford Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft Local No Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract of Yes land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it serves? Yes

Which community does the site serve? Residents of Sleaford Demonstrably special: beauty No. The site is screened by surrounding housing, hedgerows and fencing to all boundaries therefore there are no views in/out of the site. Whilst some features such as trees could be considered beautiful, there are no uniquely beautiful features. The site is not within a landscape designation. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. There are no historical buildings or features on site. There are no historic landscape features. Not aware of association with historical figure or event. Demonstrably special: recreational value Yes. Allotments are accessible for informal recreation.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. Some road noise can be heard from nearby B1518. Site feels distant from road due to enclosed nature. Evidence of seating in allotment gardens for quiet enjoyment and relaxation. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife Yes. Allotments are a priority habitat in the Lincolnshire Biodiversity Action Plan and are widely known to contribute to supporting wildlife in urban areas. Site is adjacent to school playing fields and a cemetery and therefore forms part of the wider Green Infrastructure network. Suitable for designation? Yes Justification for decision Designate as a Local Green Space as meets the criteria for designation due to close proximity to the community it serves, it is not an extensive tract of land and it meets the demonstrably special criteria for recreational value and richness of wildlife.

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LGS186. The Drove Allotments, Sleaford

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Name of Site The Drove Allotments Site Address The Drove, Sleaford Parish Sleaford Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft Local No Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract of Yes land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it serves? Yes

Which community does the site serve? Residents of Sleaford Demonstrably special: beauty No. There are views from the site out to the surrounding countryside to the west and north and views of Sleaford to the South. The site is not within a landscape designation. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. There are no historical buildings or features on site. Not aware of any association with historical figures or events. Demonstrably special: recreational value Yes. Allotments are accessible for informal recreation.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. Road noise can be heard from the A15 to the west and there is a railway line and housing adjacent to the site to the east. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife Yes. Allotments are a priority habitat in the Lincolnshire Biodiversity Action Plan and are widely known to contribute to supporting wildlife in urban areas. Suitable for designation? Yes Justification for decision Designate as a Local Green Space as meets the criteria for designation due to close proximity to the community it serves, it is not an extensive tract of land and it meets the demonstrably special criteria for recreational value and richness of wildlife.

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LGS187. Castlefield, Sleaford

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Name of Site Castlefield Site Address Castle Causeway, Sleaford Parish Sleaford Is the site already protected by an existing Site of Sleaford Castle Grade II Scheduled designation/s? e.g. SSSI Monument, Conservation Area Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft Local The site lies within Sleaford Conservation Plan? Area Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract of Yes land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it serves? Yes

Which community does the site serve? Residents from surrounding streets Demonstrably special: beauty No. The site protects the remains of and the setting of Sleaford Castle and contributes to local character of Sleaford. There are views of the surrounding built up area of Sleaford. However, there are very few features on the site, consisting predominantly of grassland and scrub. There is also evidence of litter and graffiti. Demonstrably special: historic significance Yes. Earthwork remains of Sleaford Castle, built in early 12th century. King John and Henry VIII are known to have visited the castle. Site is a Scheduled Monument, sits within a Conservation Area and is an historical feature special to Sleaford. Demonstrably special: recreational value Yes. Used for informal recreation and especially popular with dog walkers.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. Site is adjacent to a busy road (west) and railway line (south). Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. River Slea runs along the northern boundary. Some mature trees to the eastern boundary and well developed scrub. Site forms part of the wider Green Infrastructure network. No priority habitats or species or unique features and not designated for wildlife value. Suitable for designation? Yes Justification for decision Designate as a Local Green Space as meets the criteria for designation due to close proximity to the community it serves, it is not an extensive tract of land and it meets the demonstrably special criteria for historic significance and recreational value

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LGS188. Meadowfield Play Area, Sleaford

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Name of Site Meadowfield Play Area Site Address Meadowfield, Sleaford Parish Sleaford Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft Local No Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract of Yes land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it serves? Yes

Which community does the site serve? Local residents from surrounding streets. Demonstrably special: beauty No. There is minimal landscaping on the site, which primarily consists of mown grass. There are no unique features. Site is enclosed by fencing and hedgerows therefore there are no views in or out of the site. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. There are no historical buildings or features of significance on site.

Demonstrably special: recreational value Yes. Offers play and informal recreation for children and young people.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. There is road noise from the A15 to the west and noise from adjacent railway line to the north. The site is unlikely to be quiet when in use for play. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. Some mature hedgerows to site boundaries otherwise few features likely to be of wildlife value. The site is enclosed and not connected to other open spaces or part of a wildlife corridor. Suitable for designation? Yes Justification for decision Designate as a Local Green Space as meets the criteria for designation due to close proximity to the community it serves, it is not an extensive tract of land and it has recreational value.

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LGS191. Spire View Play Area, Sleaford

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Name of Site Spire View Play Area Site Address Spire View, Sleaford Parish Sleaford Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft Local No Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract of Yes land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it serves? Yes

Which community does the site serve? Local residents from surrounding streets. Demonstrably special: beauty No. Limited landscaping on site. Doesn't have any unique features. No long views out of site. Not within a landscape designation.

Demonstrably special: historic significance No. No historical buildings or features on site. No historic landscape features. Not aware of any historical association or regular events. Demonstrably special: recreational value Yes. Site provides play opportunities for children and space for informal recreation.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. The primary use of the site for play means that there are few opportunities for quiet relaxation or enjoyment. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. There is little vegetation on site and no structural features that may be of wildlife value. The site is surrounded by housing and so doesn't connect to other open spaces. Suitable for designation? Yes Justification for decision Designate as a Local Green Space as meets the criteria for designation due to close proximity to the community it serves, it is not an extensive tract of land and it has recreational value.

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LGS193. Peacock Court Play Area, Sleaford

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Name of Site Peacock Court Play Area Site Address Peacock Court, Sleaford Parish Sleaford Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft Local No Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract of Yes land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it serves? Yes

Which community does the site serve? Local residents from surrounding streets. Demonstrably special: beauty No. There are no unique features of beauty on the site. There are views from the site of the Bass Maltings complex (Grade II*) to the east but the site doesn't contribute to the setting of the complex. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. There are no historical buildings or features on the site or any known historical association. Demonstrably special: recreational value Yes. However, site only provides very limited play opportunities for very young children.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. Some noise from nearby railway line and traffic from surrounding residential area. No seating for quiet relaxation. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. There are no features on site that could offer wildlife value and no known priority habitats or species. The site is surrounded by housing and therefore does not form part of a wildlife corridor or the Green Infrastructure network. Suitable for designation? Yes Justification for decision Designate as a Local Green Space as meets the criteria for designation due to close proximity to the community it serves, it is not an extensive tract of land and it has recreational value.

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LGS161. Poppydale, South Hykeham

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Name of Site Poppydale Site Address Fox Covert, South Hykeham Parish Sleaford Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft Local No Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract of Yes land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it serves? Yes

Which community does the site serve? Residents of Fox Covert and surrounding residential area Demonstrably special: beauty No. Site consists of formally maintained grassland and fencing. There are no features on site.

Demonstrably special: historic significance No. There are no heritage assets on site and no known records of historic significance.

Demonstrably special: recreational value No. The site may be used by residents for informal recreation, such as dog walking, as it is publicly accessible. There is no formal provision for recreational activities, and therefore the site doesn't support a variety of recreational activities. Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is in an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity map. The site is adjacent to a road and surrounded by housing. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. The site primarily consists of mown grassland. There are no wildlife features. Not aware of any priority habitats or species on site. Suitable for designation? No Justification for decision Not suitable for designation. Doesn't sufficiently meet the NPPF Local Green Space criteria.

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LGS1. South Kelsey Playing Field, South Kelsey

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Name of Site South Kelsey Playing Field Site Address Waddingham Road, South Kelsey Parish South Kelsey Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use on Further Draft No Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract Yes of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? South Kelsey Demonstrably special: beauty No. Few features on site. Views from site towards open countryside. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. There are no historic buildings, remains or historic landscape features on site. Not aware of any historical association with a figure or event.

Demonstrably special: recreational value Yes. Physically accessible to the public. The only open space for sport and informal recreation in the village. Includes a children's play area.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. Edge of village location but road to the north and adjacent to a residential area. The site is in an area with a high tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity map.

Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. Important source of tree cover in an otherwise tree poor landscape. No wildlife features or priority habitats on site.

Suitable for designation? Yes Justification for decision Designate as a Local Green Space as meets the criteria for designation due to close proximity to the community it serves, it is not an extensive tract of land and it has local recreational value as it is one of the few green spaces in the village that are publicly accessible.

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Appendix 2b: Site Maps and Detailed Assessment Further Draft Local Plan

LGSFD1. The Village Paddock, Brattleby

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Name of Site The Village Paddock Site Address Back Lane, Brattleby Parish Brattleby Is the site already protected by an existing Conservation Area designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use in Proposed No Submission Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract Yes of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? Residents of Brattleby Demonstrably special: beauty Yes. Cited in Brattleby Conservation Area Appraisal as making an important contribution to the local character of the village. There are views from the site through the village to open countryside in the east. The site is surrounded by housing which have views of the site. There are no unique features on site. Demonstrably special: historic significance Yes. The site lies within Brattleby Conservation Area and contributes to the traditional character and setting of the village. There is no visual evidence of historical buildings, remains or landscape features. Demonstrably special: recreational value Yes. The site is physically accessible to the public, accessed by an unlocked gate. Seating is provided. The site is used by the community for informal recreation.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity Yes. In an area with a high tranquillity score on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. Adjacent road noise is faint.

Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. The site is not formally designated for its wildlife value and no further information has been provided.

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LGSFD2. St Cuthbert's Churchyard, Brattleby

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Name of Site St Cuthbert's Churchyard Site Address Thorpe Lane, Brattleby Parish Brattleby Is the site already protected by an existing Conservation Area designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use in Proposed No Submission Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract Yes of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? Residents of Brattleby Demonstrably special: beauty Yes. Cited in Brattleby Conservation Area Appraisal as having a fine setting framed by mature trees. Important views of the church across the adjacent paddock as well as views from the village, which is the other side of the B1398. Views from the church to the countryside to the east beyond the village. Surrounding open space contributes to the setting of the church. Demonstrably special: historic significance Yes. The Church of St Cuthbert is Grade II* and the churchyard contains a scheduled monument (medieval cross). The oldest part of the Church is the tower dating from the 11th century. Demonstrably special: recreational value No. The site is physically accessible to the public but recreation is not the primary use or value for this site. Demonstrably special: tranquillity Yes. In an area with a high tranquillity score on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. Edge of village location adjacent to open countryside. Nearby road noise is faint.

Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife Yes. The site is not formally designated for its wildlife value, but Churchyards and Cemeteries are a local priority habitat in the Lincolnshire Biodiversity Action Plan.

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LGSFD13. Millfields Park, Caistor

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Name of Site Millfields Park Site Address Hersey Road, Caistor Parish Caistor Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use in Proposed No Submission Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract Yes of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? No Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves?

Which community does the site serve? Children from surrounding residential streets Demonstrably special: beauty No. The site doesn't have any unique features that could be considered beautiful. There is minimal landscaping, with the site predominantly consisting of closely mown grass. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. Site of Roman boundary bank and ditch, gully, pit and post hole (Lincolnshire HER). There are no further known heritage assets on site. Demonstrably special: recreational value Yes. There is formal provision of play equipment and space for informal play.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is in an area with a low tranquillity score on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. It is surrounded by housing.

Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. The site is not formally designated for its wildlife value.

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LGSFD15. South of Jessamine Cottage, Fiskerton

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Name of Site South of Jessamine Cottage Site Address Plough Lane, Fiskerton Parish Fiskerton Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use in Proposed No Submission Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract Yes of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? No Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? Residents of Plough Lane and surrounding housing Demonstrably special: beauty Yes. The Parish Council consider the site contributes to the setting of Jasmine Cottage, Grade II, a locally valued historic building. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. There are no historic buildings, remains or features visible on site and no records on the Lincolnshire Historic Environment Record.

Demonstrably special: recreational value No. No visual evidence of recreational value.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is in an area with a high tranquillity score on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. (Edge of village location close to open countryside). However on site visit, nearby road noise could be heard and there are no opportunities for quiet enjoyment and relaxation. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. The site is not formally designated for its wildlife value. No further supporting information provided.

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LGSFD 34. The Crescent, Fiskerton

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Name of Site The Crescent Site Address The Crescent, Fiskerton Parish Fiskerton Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use in Proposed No Submission Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive Yes tract of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be No considered? Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? Residents of Fiskerton Demonstrably special: beauty Yes. The site is predominantly grass, formally maintained, with 2 small groups of mature trees. There are no unique features. There are no views out of or through the village from the site. However, this is a large open space in the centre of the village which contributes to the physical form and setting of the village and to local identity and sense of place. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. There are no historic buildings, remains or features visible on site and no records on the Lincolnshire Historic Environment Record. Demonstrably special: recreational value No. The site is physically accessible. It doesn't provide any formal recreation opportunities and there is a sign discouraging ball games. The site is most likely used for informal recreation, such as dog walking. Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is an area with a high tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. However, the site is adjacent to the main road through the village, housing and a primary school. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. The site is not formally designated for its wildlife value. No further supporting information provided.

Suitable for designation? Yes Justification for decision Designate as a Local Green Space as meets the criteria for designation due to close proximity to the community it serves, it is not an extensive tract of land and it has local significance because of its value in contributing to the physical form and setting of the village and to local identity and sense of place.

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LGSFD 35. The Manor Paddock, Fiskerton

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Name of Site The Manor Paddock Site Address Chapel Road, Fiskerton Parish Fiskerton Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use in Proposed No Submission Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive Yes tract of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be No considered? Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? Residents of Fiskerton Demonstrably special: beauty Yes. This site offers a large open space with a strong rural character in the centre of the village, contributing to local identity and sense of place. There are views across the site towards the Grade I listed Church of St. Clements of Rome and the Grade II listed Manor House and Barn and the site contributes to the setting of these buildings. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. There are no historic buildings, remains or features visible on site and no records on the Lincolnshire Historic Environment Record. Demonstrably special: recreational value No. The site is not physically accessible to the public and therefore does not provide any opportunities for formal or informal recreation. Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is an area with a high tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. However, the site is adjacent to the main road through the village and housing. The site is not physically accessible to the public and therefore cannot be used for quiet enjoyment or relaxation. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. The site is not formally designated for its wildlife value. No further supporting information provided.

Suitable for designation? Yes Justification for decision Designate as a Local Green Space as meets the criteria for designation due to close proximity to the community it serves, it is not an extensive tract of land and it has local significance because of its value in contributing to the physical form and setting of the village and to local identity and sense of place.

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LGSFD5. Amenity Space off Martin Close, Lintin Close and Garratt Close, Heighington

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Name of Site Amenity Space off Martin Close, Lintin Close and Garratt Close Site Address Martin Close, Heighington Parish Heighington Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use in Proposed No Submission Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract Yes of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? Residents of Martin Close, Lintin Close and Garratt Close Demonstrably special: beauty No. Site lies outside Heighington Conservation Area and does not strongly contribute to the physical form and layout of the village or to the character and identity of the village. The site doesn't have any unique or beautiful features. There are long range views across the village to the north east. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. There are no historic buildings, remains or features visible on site and no records on the Lincolnshire Historic Environment Record. No supporting information provided. Demonstrably special: recreational value No. The site is physically accessible for public use via a footpath running across the northern end of the site, however the primary role of the site is to provide visual amenity between the adjacent houses to the east and the railway line to the west. There is no formal provision for sport or recreation. Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is an area with a medium tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. It is adjacent to housing and a railway line.

Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. The site is not formally designated for its wildlife value and no supporting information has been submitted.

Suitable for designation? No Justification for decision Not suitable for designation. Doesn't sufficiently meet the NPPF Local Green Space criteria.

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LGSFD19. Strip of green space between the A631 (north side) and Buchannan Road, Minden Place and Plassey Road, Hemswell Cliff

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Name of Site Strip of green space between the A631 (north side) and Buchannan Road, Minden Place and Plassey Road Site Address Buchannan Road, Hemswell Cliff Parish Hemswell Cliff Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use in Proposed No Submission Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract Yes of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? No Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? Residents of Buchannan Road, Minden Place and Plassey Road Demonstrably special: beauty No. No unique or visually attractive features. Site provides visual amenity to surrounding housing. It doesn't significantly contribute to the setting or character of the village. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. There are no records on the Lincolnshire Historic Environment Record.

Demonstrably special: recreational value No. The main function of site is visual amenity.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is an area with a medium tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map and is adjacent to a busy road.

Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. The site is not formally designated for its wildlife value.

Suitable for designation? No Justification for decision Not suitable for designation. Doesn't sufficiently meet the NPPF Local Green Space criteria.

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LGSFD20. Strip of green space between Buchannan Road and Gibson Road, Hemswell Cliff

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Name of Site Strip of green space between Buchannan Road and Gibson Road Site Address Buchannan Road, Hemswell Cliff Parish Hemswell Cliff Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use in Proposed No Submission Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract Yes of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? No Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? Residents of Buchannan Road and Gibson Road Demonstrably special: beauty No. The site doesn't have any unique features that could be considered beautiful. There is minimal landscaping. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. There are no historic buildings, remains or features on site and no records on the Lincolnshire Historic Environment Record. Demonstrably special: recreational value No. Primary function is visual amenity. No formal sports or recreation facilities or opportunities on site. Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is an area with a medium tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map.

Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. The site is not formally designated for its wildlife value. Suitable for designation? No Justification for decision Not suitable for designation. Doesn't sufficiently meet the NPPF Local Green Space criteria.

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LGSFD21. Green space near the junction of Capper Avenue and the A631 at the rear of Lloyd Place, Hemswell Cliff

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Name of Site Green space near the junction of Capper Avenue and the A631 at the rear of Lloyd Place Site Address Capper Avenue, Hemswell Cliff Parish Hemswell Cliff Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use in Proposed No Submission Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract Yes of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? No Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? Residents of Capper Avenue Demonstrably special: beauty No. Site primarily consists of a mown grassed area with one or two immature trees. There are no unique or visually attractive features and the site doesn't make a significant contribution to the character and setting of the village. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. There are no historic buildings, remains or features on site and no records on the Lincolnshire Historic Environment Record. Demonstrably special: recreational value No. Primary function is visual amenity. No formal sports or recreation facilities or opportunities on site. Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is an area with a medium tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. The site is not formally designated for its wildlife

Suitable for designation? No Justification for decision Not suitable for designation. Doesn't sufficiently meet the NPPF Local Green Space criteria.

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LGSFD22. Green space round the Ball Park between Barton Road and the former Community Centre, Hemswell Cliff

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Name of Site Green space round the Ball Park between Barton Road and the former Community Centre Site Address Barton Road, Hemswell Cliff Parish Hemswell Cliff Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use in Proposed No Submission Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract Yes of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? No Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? Residents of surrounding residential streets. Demonstrably special: beauty No. Site primarily consists of a mown grassed area with some trees to the site boundaries. A formally maintained open space with no unique or visually attractive features or long views. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. There are no historic buildings, remains or features on site and no records on the Lincolnshire Historic Environment Record. Demonstrably special: recreational value No. There is no formal sports or recreation provision on site, although may be used for informal recreation but no supporting information provided. Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is an area with a medium tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map

Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. The site is not formally designated for its wildlife

Suitable for designation? No Justification for decision Not suitable for designation. Doesn't sufficiently meet the NPPF Local Green Space criteria.

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LGSFD23. Green space between the former Community Centre and Capper Avenue, Hemswell Cliff

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Name of Site Green space between the former Community Centre and Capper Avenue Site Address Capper Avenue, Hemswell Cliff Parish Hemswell Cliff Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use in Proposed No Submission Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract Yes of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? No Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? Residents of surrounding residential streets. Demonstrably special: beauty No. Site primarily consists of a mown grassed area with some trees to the site boundaries. A formally maintained open space with no unique or visually attractive features or long views. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. There are no historic buildings, remains or features on site and no records on the Lincolnshire Historic Environment Record. Demonstrably special: recreational value No. There is no formal sports or recreation provision on site, although may be used for informal recreation but no supporting information provided. Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is an area with a medium tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map.

Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. The site is not formally designated for its wildlife

Suitable for designation? No Justification for decision Not suitable for designation. Doesn't sufficiently meet the NPPF Local Green Space criteria.

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LGSFD24. Green Space at the rear of James Road in front of the Primary School’s car park and grounds, Hemswell Cliff

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Name of Site Green Space at the rear of James Road in front of the Primary School’s car park and grounds Site Address James Road, Hemswell Cliff Parish Hemswell Cliff Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use in Proposed No Submission Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract Yes of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? No Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? Residents of James Road and users of Primary School Demonstrably special: beauty No. Formally mown with minimal landscaping. No unique features or views. Doesn't contribute to the character of the area. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. There are no historic buildings, remains or features on site and no records on the Lincolnshire Historic Environment Record. Demonstrably special: recreational value No. No sports provision or informal recreational opportunities on site.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is an area with a medium tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map.

Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. The site is not formally designated for its wildlife.

Suitable for designation? No Justification for decision Not suitable for designation. Doesn't sufficiently meet the NPPF Local Green Space criteria.

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LGSFD25. Green space at the junction of Capper Avenue and Anderson Road, Hemswell Cliff

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Name of Site Green space at the junction of Capper Avenue and Anderson Road Site Address Capper Avenue, Hemswell Cliff Parish Hemswell Cliff Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use in Proposed No Submission Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract Yes of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? No Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? Residents of Capper Avenue and Anderson Road Demonstrably special: beauty No. Formally mown with some shrubs. No unique or visually attractive features or views. Doesn't significantly contribute to the setting or character of the area. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. There are no historic buildings, remains or features on site and no records on the Lincolnshire Historic Environment Record. Demonstrably special: recreational value No. No sports provision or informal recreational opportunities on site.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is an area with a medium tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map.

Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. The site is not formally designated for its wildlife

Suitable for designation? No Justification for decision Not suitable for designation. Doesn't sufficiently meet the NPPF Local Green Space criteria.

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LGSFD26. The green space in the centre of the turning circle on Capper Avenue outside the front of the Primary School, Hemswell Cliff

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Name of Site The green space in the centre of the turning circle on Capper Avenue outside the front of the Primary School Site Address Capper Avenue, Hemswell Cliff Parish Hemswell Cliff Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use in Proposed No Submission Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract Yes of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? No Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? Residents of Capper Avenue Demonstrably special: beauty No. Formally mown area. No unique or visually attractive features or views. Doesn't significantly contribute to the setting or character of the area. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. There are no historic buildings, remains or features on site and no records on the Lincolnshire Historic Environment Record. Demonstrably special: recreational value No. No sports provision or informal recreational opportunities on site.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is an area with a medium tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. The site is surrounded by housing, adjacent to a road and located near a primary school. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. The site is not formally designated for its wildlife value and no supporting information has been submitted.

Suitable for designation? No Justification for decision Not suitable for designation. Doesn't sufficiently meet the NPPF Local Green Space criteria.

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LGSFD27. Three areas of green space near the junction of Minden Place and Capper Avenue, Hemswell Cliff

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Name of Site Three areas of green space near the junction of Minden Place and Capper Avenue Site Address Minden Place, Hemswell Cliff Parish Hemswell Cliff Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use in Proposed No Submission Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract Yes of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? No Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? Residents of Capper Avenue and Minden Place Demonstrably special: beauty No. Predominantly formally mown grass providing visual amenity. No unique or visually attractive features or long views. Doesn't significantly contribute to the setting and character of the area. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. There are no historic buildings, remains or features on site and no records on the Lincolnshire Historic Environment Record. Demonstrably special: recreational value No. No sports provision or informal recreational opportunities on site.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is an area with a medium tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map.

Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. The site is not formally designated for its wildlife value.

Suitable for designation? No Justification for decision Not suitable for designation. Doesn't sufficiently meet the NPPF Local Green Space criteria.

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LGSFD28. Green space between Buchannan Road and Bettesworth Road, Hemswell Cliff

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Name of Site Green space between Buchannan Road and Bettesworth Road Site Address Buchannan Road, Hemswell Cliff Parish Hemswell Cliff Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use in Proposed No Submission Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract Yes of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? No Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? Residents of Buchannan Road and Bettesworth Road Demonstrably special: beauty No. Predominantly formally mown grass providing visual amenity. No unique or visually attractive features or long views. Doesn't significantly contribute to the setting and character of the area. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. There are no historic buildings, remains or features on site and no records on the Lincolnshire Historic Environment Record. Demonstrably special: recreational value No. No sports provision or informal recreational opportunities on site.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is an area with a medium tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map.

Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. The site is not formally designated for its wildlife value and no supporting information has been submitted.

Suitable for designation? No Justification for decision Not suitable for designation. Doesn't sufficiently meet the NPPF Local Green Space criteria.

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LGSFD32. Green space junction of Cappper Avenue and Bettesworth Road, Hemswell Cliff

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Name of Site Green space junction of Cappper Avenue and Bettesworth Road Site Address Capper Avenue, Hemswell Cliff Parish Hemswell Cliff Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use in Proposed No Submission Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract Yes of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? No Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? Residents of Capper Avenue and Bettesworth Road. Demonstrably special: beauty No. Predominantly formally mown grass providing visual amenity. No unique or visually attractive features or long views. Doesn't significantly contribute to the setting and character of the area. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. There are no historic buildings, remains or features on site. Not aware of an historical association with a figure or event. There are no records on the Lincolnshire Historic Environment Record. Demonstrably special: recreational value No. No sports provision or informal recreational opportunities on site.

Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is an area with a medium tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map.

Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. The site is not formally designated for its wildlife value and no further supporting information has been submitted.

Suitable for designation? No Justification for decision Not suitable for designation. Doesn't sufficiently meet the NPPF Local Green Space criteria.

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LGSFD29. Brocklesby Road Allotment, Keelby

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Name of Site Brocklesby Road Allotment Site Address Brocklesby Road, Keelby Parish Keelby Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use in Proposed No Submission Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract Yes of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? No Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? Residents of Keelby parish Demonstrably special: beauty No. The site doesn't have any unique or visually attractive features. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. Keelby is identified on the Lincolnshire Historic Environment Record as a medieval settlement however, there are no historic buildings, remains or features on site. Not aware of an historical association with a figure or event. Demonstrably special: recreational value Yes. Recreational value primarily for allotment holders although site can be accessed by other members of the public for informal recreation Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is in an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map.

Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife Yes. Allotments are a priority habitat in the Lincolnshire Biodiversity Action Plan.

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LGSFD30. Keelby Sports Ground, Keelby

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Name of Site Keelby Sports Ground Site Address Stallingborough Road, Keelby Parish Keelby Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use in Proposed No Submission Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract Yes of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? No Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? Residents of Keelby and surrounding area. Demonstrably special: beauty No. The site doesn't have any unique features that could be considered beautiful. There is minimal landscaping, with the site predominantly consisting of closely mown grass and artificial surfaces. There are views of open countryside from the site to the north, east and south. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. There are no historic buildings, remains or features on site. Not aware of an historical association with a figure or event. There are no records on the Lincolnshire Historic Environment Record. Demonstrably special: recreational value Yes. Multifunctional facilities for football (including floodlit), cricket, tennis (also floodlit), bowls. Also has a skate park. Changing facilities with meeting rooms and function room. Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is in an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map.

Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. The site is not formally designated for its wildlife value and no further supporting information has been submitted.

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LGSFD14. Melbourne Road Open Space, Lincoln

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Name of Site Melbourne Road Open Space Site Address Melbourne/Wedgewood Road Lincoln Parish Birchwood Ward Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use in Proposed No Submission Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive Yes tract of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be No considered? Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? Local residents from Birchwood and adjacent areas. Demonstrably special: beauty No. The site is not considered to be uniquely beautiful as a whole. There are no long views from the site. The site can be viewed from surrounding residential areas. The site is not covered by any landscape designations. However the site has the potential for improvement. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. There are no historical buildings or features on the site. Not aware of any historical associations with figures or events. Demonstrably special: recreational value Yes. A significantly sized publically accessible open space within a built up area. Used for informal play and recreation. Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. However the site is surrounded by housing and is of sufficient size to provide an area of relative tranquillity within this context. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. There are only a few trees planted but has the potential for biodiversity improvement.

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LGSFD36. Fulmar Road Open Space, Lincoln

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Name of Site Fulmar Road Open Space Site Address Fulmar Road Birchwood Lincoln Parish Birchwood Ward Is the site already protected by No an existing designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning No Permission? Preferred Allocation for other No use in Proposed Submission Local Plan? Is the site local in character and Yes not an extensive tract of land? Is there a smaller area that could No still be considered? Is the site in close proximity to Yes and fully accessible the community it serves? Which community does the site Local residents from Birchwood and adjacent areas. serve? Demonstrably special: beauty No. The site is not considered to be uniquely beautiful as a whole. There are no long views from the site. The site can be viewed from surrounding residential areas. The site is not covered by any landscape designations. However the site has the potential for improvement. Demonstrably special: historic Yes. While there are no historical buildings, part of significance the original RAF Skellingthorpe airfield main runway is still visible within the site. This airfield was part of a group of sites associated with the second World War Bomber Command, whose operations were of nation significance to Britain’s War role. The site therefore is a nationally and locally significant reference to Lincolnshire’s RAF military heritage. Demonstrably special: Yes. A significantly sized publically accessible open recreational value space within a built up area. Adjacent to Birchwood Community Centre the site is used for formal and informal play and recreation. Demonstrably special: No. The site is an area with a low tranquillity score tranquillity as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. However the site is surrounded by housing and is of sufficient size to provide an area of relative tranquillity within this context. Demonstrably special: richness No. The site has no nature conservation of wildlife designations. There are areas of tree planting and differential mowing. The site has the potential for biodiversity improvement. Suitable for designation? Yes Justification for decision Designate as a Local Green Space as meets the criteria for designation due to close proximity to the community it serves, it is not an extensive tract of land and it has historic and recreational value.

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LGSFD.37 Yarborough Road Allotments, Lincoln

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Name of Site Yarborough Road Allotments Site Address Yarborough Road Lincoln Parish Carholme Ward Is the site already protected by an Statutory Allotment existing designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning No Permission? Preferred Allocation for other use in No Proposed Submission Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not Yes an extensive tract of land? Is there a smaller area that could still No be considered? Is the site in close proximity to the Yes community it serves? Which community does the site The allotment site serves the residents of serve? Lincoln on a tenanted basis. Demonstrably special: beauty No. The site is not considered to be uniquely beautiful as a whole. Although there are some attractive long views of Lincoln Cathedral from parts of the site. The site can be viewed from surrounding residential areas. The site is not covered by any landscape designations. Demonstrably special: historic Yes. There are no historical buildings or significance statutory designations appertaining to the site, but having been established in 1884, the site is the oldest identified allotment in use in the City. Demonstrably special: recreational Yes. Allotment lettings are consistently around value the 95% mark which reflects current high demand for plots. The recreational and health benefit value of allotments is well documented. Demonstrably special: tranquillity No The site is an area with a low tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. However the site is surrounded by housing and is of sufficient size to provide an area of relative tranquillity within this context. Demonstrably special: richness of No. The site has no nature conservation wildlife designations although the biodiversity value of well managed allotments such as the Yarborough site is well documented and is particularly significant within an urban context. Suitable for designation? Yes Justification for decision Designate as a Local Green Space as meets the criteria for designation due to close proximity to the community it serves, it is not an extensive tract of land and it has historic and recreational value.

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LGSFD38. Hartsholme Country Park

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Name of Site Hartsholme Country Park Site Address Skellingthorpe Road Lincoln Parish Hartsholme Ward Is the site already protected by an The site is a designated grade 2 Registered existing designation/s? e.g. SSSI Historic Park, a SSSI and Local Nature Reserve. Does the site have Planning No Permission? Preferred Allocation for other use in No Proposed Submission Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an Yes extensive tract of land? Is there a smaller area that could still No be considered? Is the site in close proximity to the Yes and publically accessible community it serves? Which community does the site serve? Local residents from Birchwood Hartsholme and adjacent areas. The site’s size and facilities also attract visitors from the wider Lincoln area. There is a camp site in the Park that also used by visitors from further afield. Demonstrably special: beauty YES. The basis of the Registered Park designation is that the site was originally the grounds of the Hartsholme estate. Part of the gardens where designed and laid out by Victorian designer Edward Milner and elements still exist on the site. The SSSI part of the site is made up unique water bodies and wet woodland and provides habitat that supports particularly unique flora and fauna. Demonstrably special: historic YES. The basis of the Registered Park designation significance is that the site was originally the grounds of the Hartsholme estate. Part of the gardens where designed and laid out by Victorian designer Edward Milner and elements still exist on the site. Demonstrably special: recreational YES. The site is publically accessible for formal value and informal recreation. Facilities include a Play area, a café, a car park and a visitor centre. Demonstrably special: tranquillity YES. Although only having an average CPRE tranquillity score it is higher than the rest of the urban area and the site provides a tranquil haven within its context. Demonstrably special: richness of YES. The SSSI part of the site is made up unique wildlife water bodies and wet woodland and provides habitat that supports particularly unique flora and fauna. Suitable for designation? No. Justification for decision Undeniably the site is a valued open space within the City as reflected in the current high level of designation and protection. This is viewed as equivalent to the level of protection of Local Greenspace status and as such designation is not felt to be required.

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LGSFD17. Potterhanworth Playing Field, Potterhanworth

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Name of Site Potterhanworth Playing Field Site Address Queensway, Potterhanworth Parish Potterhanworth Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use in Proposed No Submission Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract Yes of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? No Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? Residents of Potterhanworth Parish Demonstrably special: beauty No. The site primarily consists of grass, formally maintained for sports, and sports/play equipment. There are no views of the site from the surrounding area and no long views out of the site. The site is on the edge of the village and doesn't make a significant contribution to the character and setting of the village. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. There are no historic buildings, remains or features visible on site and no records on the Lincolnshire Historic Environment Record. Demonstrably special: recreational value Yes. Site is used for multiple sport and informal recreation activities. There are tennis courts, football pitches, a bowling green, skate park, children’s play area and sports pavilion. Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is an area with a medium tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. The site is located away from the main road through the village. However, the uses associated with the site would offer few opportunities for quiet enjoyment or relaxation. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. The site is not formally designated for its wildlife value.

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LGSFD18. Potterhanworth Allotments, Potterhanworth

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Name of Site Potterhanworth Allotments Site Address Moor Lane, Potterhanworth Parish Potterhanworth Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use in Proposed No Submission Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract Yes of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? No Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? Residents of Potterhanworth Parish - allotment holders Demonstrably special: beauty No. The site is detached from the village and is surrounded by open countryside and therefore doesn't contribute significantly to the setting and character of the village. There are no unique/beautiful features on site. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. There are no historic buildings, remains or features visible on site and no records on the Lincolnshire Historic Environment Record. Demonstrably special: recreational value Yes. The site is physically accessible to the public but is detached from the village and is therefore most likely to offer recreational value to allotment holders only. Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is an area with a medium tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. It is adjacent to a main road.

Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife Yes. Allotments are a priority habitat in the Lincolnshire Biodiversity Action Plan.

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LGSFD12. Horseshoe Hollow, Ruskington

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Name of Site Horseshoe Hollow Site Address Manor Street Ruskington Parish Ruskington Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use in No Proposed Submission Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an Yes extensive tract of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be No considered? Is the site in close proximity to the Yes community it serves? Which community does the site serve? Residents of Ruskington Demonstrably special: beauty No. The site is located within the built up area of the village and is hidden from view from the main roads through the village. It is surrounded by housing, so there are no views through or beyond the site. As the site is self-contained, it doesn't contribute to the setting of the village or local character. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. There was no visual evidence of historic buildings, remains or features on site. There are no records relevant to the site on the Lincolnshire Historic Environment Record. There has been no further supporting information suggesting the site has any historic significance. Demonstrably special: recreational value Yes. The site is locally significant for informal recreation. It is physically accessible to the public and access is encouraged by the Parish Council. There was visual evidence of dog walking and walking on a site visit. Sports activities and ball games are discouraged. Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is in an area with a low tranquillity score on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. Road noise can be heard from within the site.

Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife Yes. The site is not currently designated for its wildlife value, however the Parish Council is working with the County Council and the local community to bring the site up to the necessary standard to request Local Nature Reserve Status. The Beck runs through the site and there are two ponds. Ponds are a priority habitat in the Lincolnshire Biodiversity Action Plan. There are a number of mature trees and shrubs along the site boundaries. The site is being managed with wildlife in mind. Suitable for designation? Yes Justification for decision Designate as a Local Green Space as meets the criteria for designation due to close proximity to the community it serves, it is not an extensive tract of land and it meets the demonstrably special criteria for recreation and wildlife value.

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LGSFD6. Heathlea Greens, Scothern

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Name of Site Heathlea Greens Site Address Nettleham Road, Scothern Parish Scothern Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use in Proposed No Submission Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract Yes of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? n/a Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? Residents of Heathlea Greens and surrounding area. Demonstrably special: beauty No. A predominantly grassed site, formally maintained, with minimal landscaping. Some trees along the western boundary. No unique features. There are long views of open countryside to the south and south east and broken views to the west. The site doesn't make a strong contribution to village character or the setting of the village. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. There are no historic buildings, remains or features visible on site and no records on the Lincolnshire Historic Environment Record. No supporting information provided. Demonstrably special: recreational value No. Physically accessible to the public. No sports provision or formal recreational opportunities on site. No supporting information provided. Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is an area with a medium tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. It is adjacent to a main road through the village and road noise can be heard within the site. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. The site is not formally designated for its wildlife value. No supporting information provided.

Suitable for designation? No Justification for decision Not suitable for designation. Doesn't sufficiently meet the NPPF Local Green Space criteria.

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LGSFD7. Bottle and Glass Public House Garden, Scothern

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Name of Site Bottle and Glass Public House Garden, Scothern Site Address Main Street, Scothern Parish Sudbrooke Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use in Proposed No Submission Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract Yes of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? No Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? Customers of the Bottle and Glass Public House. Demonstrably special: beauty No. The site primarily consists of lawn with some planting and Scothern Beck to the front boundary. There are no unique features/features of beauty on site. There are no long views but there are views of the site from the surrounding area. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. Supporting information states site is part of original Village Green. There are no historic buildings, remains or features visible on site and no records on the Lincolnshire Historic Environment Record. Demonstrably special: recreational value No. Supporting information provided states it is a community space used for fetes. However, primary use is informal recreation by customers of the public house. Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is an area with a medium tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. Adjacent to busy road through the village.

Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. The site is not formally designated for its wildlife value. No further supporting information provided.

Suitable for designation? No Justification for decision Not suitable for designation. Doesn't sufficiently meet the NPPF Local Green Space criteria.

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LGSFD8. The Green, Scothern

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Name of Site The Green Site Address The Green, Scothern Parish Sudbrooke Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use in Proposed No Submission Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract Yes of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? No Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? Residents of The Green and surrounding housing. Demonstrably special: beauty No. The site is formally maintained. It has no unique features/features of beauty. There are no views from the site as it is surrounded by housing. There was evidence on the day of a site visit of the site being used for car parking. Although part of the original village green, the site no longer makes an important contribution to the character of the area. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. There are no historic buildings, remains or features on site. The site doesn't provide a setting for a heritage asset or locally valued landmark. There are no records on the Lincolnshire Historic Environment Record in relation to this site. Supporting information states site is part of original Village Green, however the site is not being used with this in mind. Demonstrably special: recreational value No. Primary function of the site from the site visit was car parking. No further supporting information provided. Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is an area with a medium tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. Although the site is set back from the main road through the village, it is surrounded by housing and there are no opportunities for quiet enjoyment or relaxation. Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. The site is not formally designated for its wildlife value. No further supporting information provided.

Suitable for designation? No Justification for decision Not suitable for designation. Doesn't sufficiently meet the NPPF Local Green Space criteria.

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LGSFD9. The Pinfold, Scothern

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Name of Site The Pinfold Site Address Meadow Close, Scothern Parish Scothern Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use in Proposed No Submission Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract Yes of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? No Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? Residents of Meadow Close and surrounding housing. Demonstrably special: beauty No. The site doesn't have any unique features/features of beauty. There is minimal landscaping and the site doesn't make a significant contribution to the overall character and setting of the village. No supporting information provided. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. Remains of original pinfold but there are no historic buildings, remains or features recorded on site and no records on the Lincolnshire Historic Environment Record. Demonstrably special: recreational value No. Primary function is visual amenity although bench provides opportunity to rest but small size of site means there are minimal opportunities for recreation. No further supporting information provided. Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is an area with a medium tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. It is adjacent to a busy road through the village.

Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. The site is not formally designated for its wildlife value. No further supporting information provided.

Suitable for designation? No Justification for decision Not suitable for designation. Doesn't sufficiently meet the NPPF Local Green Space criteria.

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LGSFD11. Scothern Village Hall Recreation Field, Scothern

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Name of Site Scothern Village Hall Recreation Field Site Address Main Street, Scothern Parish Scothern Is the site already protected by an existing No designation/s? e.g. SSSI Does the site have Planning Permission? No Preferred Allocation for other use in Proposed No Submission Local Plan? Is the site local in character and not an extensive tract Yes of land? Is there a smaller area that could still be considered? No Is the site in close proximity to the community it Yes serves? Which community does the site serve? Residents of Scothern Parish Demonstrably special: beauty No. Certain features could be considered beautiful on their own, such as mature trees, but playing fields not considered uniquely beautiful as a whole as they are formally maintained. Demonstrably special: historic significance No. There is no visual evidence of historic buildings, remains or features on site. No further supporting information provided regarding historical association with a figure or event. Demonstrably special: recreational value Yes. The site is used for both formal and informal recreation. There are cricket and football pitches, tennis courts and a children's play area. Visual evidence of dog walking on site visit. Demonstrably special: tranquillity No. The site is an area with a medium tranquillity score as shown on the CPRE Tranquillity Map. It is adjacent to a busy road through the village and road noise form the A46 to the north can be heard from within the site.

Demonstrably special: richness of wildlife No. The site is not formally designated for its wildlife value. No further supporting information provided.

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