NEWBALD PARISH Community Led Plan February 2014

NEWBALD PARISH Your Village, Your Plan, Your Vision, Your Future

Community Led Plan February 2014 Published by Newbald Parish Council

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Table of Contents

Village Map ...... 2 Report Summary...... 3 Historical Background ...... 4 Public Amenities...... 5 Village Hall...... 5 Playing Field ...... 6 St Nicholas Church...... 7 Newbald Primary School ...... 7 The Cemetery...... 8 Community and Social Organisations ...... 8 Allotments ...... 9 Public Safety...... 10 Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB)...... 10 Dog Fouling...... 10 Emergency Medical Services ...... 11 Speeding & Parking ...... 11 Street Lighting...... 13 Public Services ...... 14 Medical Provision ...... 14 Public & Community Transport ...... 14 Phone & Broadband...... 15 Housing & Development ...... 16 Housing and Development Overview...... 16 Village Shop...... 17 Housing Development ...... 18 Commercial Development...... 20 Utility & Infrastructure Developments ...... 20 Environment...... 23 The Green...... 23 The Mires...... 25 The Beck...... 25 Street Scene and Pavements ...... 26 Trees...... 27 Footpaths...... 28 Wildlife ...... 28 Environmental Challenges...... 29 Tourism...... 30 Action Plan Summary ...... 31

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Table of Contents Village Map

Village Map ...... 2 Report Summary ...... 3 Historical Background ...... 4 Public Amenities ...... 5 Village Hall...... 5 Playing Field ...... 6 St Nicholas Church ...... 7 Newbald Primary School ...... 7 The Cemetery ...... 8 Community and Social Organisations ...... 8 Allotments ...... 9 Public Safety ...... 10 Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB) ...... 10 Dog Fouling...... 10 Emergency Medical Services ...... 11 Speeding & Parking ...... 11 Street Lighting...... 13 Public Services ...... 13 Medical Provision ...... 14 Public & Community Transport ...... 14 Phone & Broadband ...... 15 Housing & Development ...... 15 Housing and Development Overview ...... 16 Village Shop ...... 17 Housing Development ...... 18 Commercial Development ...... 20 Utility & Infrastructure Developments ...... 20 Environment ...... 23 The Green ...... 23 The Mires ...... 25 The Beck ...... 25 Street Scene and Pavements ...... 26 Trees ...... 27 Footpaths ...... 28 Wildlife ...... 28 Environmental Challenges ...... 29 Tourism ...... 30 Action Plan Summary ...... 31

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preserving Newbald’s heritage for generations to The stone for the church, and indeed for many of the Report Summary come. Historical buildings in the village, came from local quarries to the west of the settlement. In developing the CLP, Newbald Parish Council Welcome to the 2014 Newbald Community Led Plan undertook a village-wide survey of residents’ attitudes Such a building would suggest the village may have (CLP). Background and opinions. The survey also collected basic data for had more importance in earlier times, but this is not Produced with the help of our whole community, the such areas as population profile, current and future Archaeological finds show that settlement in the supported by documentary evidence. Instead, the plan outlines a blueprint for the future of our village. housing needs and the use of transport. Newbald area dates back to prehistoric times, whilst availability of good quality local stone and the wealth the origins of the village itself date back to sometime of the local landowners appear to be the key factors. Starting with a snapshot of village life in the present Questionnaires were distributed during October 2012, between the 6th and 9th centuries AD. day, we have sought to consider what is important to to which there was a 39% response rate. This was From the village green, the streets radiated out, as residents and what can be done to protect and, in followed by a number of face to face interviews with The name is thought to be Anglo-Saxon, meaning they do today, and their medieval origin is underlined some cases, enhance our surroundings. residents, which added important detail to the survey “new building” and the earliest documented reference by the names Burgate, Eastgate, Westgate and results. The result is a comprehensive picture of what to it is about 963 AD, when King Edgar granted land Galegate. Indeed, Galegate is recorded from the 13th So why publish a Community Led Plan now? is valued in Newbald and of the issues that might be to Earldman Gunner. century, the term ‘gate’ being derived from the name Since 2000, the government has encouraged Parish addressed to protect and enhance our precious way of given to a street not to a gateway. This land appears to have been granted on the Councils to set out a vision for the future, originally in life. understanding that it would be bequeathed to the In its early days, The Green was probably very much the form of a ‘Parish Plan’. Covering a period of five The action points listed throughout the CLP and in estate of St Peter’s Cathedral and the Archbishop of larger than today, extending westwards to include years or more, the plan was intended to guide councils the tables at the end, detail how Newbald Parish York. This was the beginning of a close association what is now the Mires. and their communities on matters seen as important, Council aims to meet our community’s aspirations between the village and (what we now know as) York such as planning and development, amenity provision, In 1348 a charter was granted by King Edward III to and provide a strategic framework for our plans and Minster, which was significant to Newbald’s environmental concerns, crime and public safety. hold a weekly market and annual fair. These were decisions in the short to medium term. development in the Middle Ages. presumably held on The Green, but they were short- Against this backdrop, Newbald Parish Council I hope you find the material and information The medieval period saw the development of the lived. The flat circular stone there is thought to have published its first Parish Plan in 2005 and it has contained in this CLP interesting and informative. village essentially with the street plan that we see been a whipping stone. served our community well. However, the need for an today. up-to-date plan - now referred to as a Community In the meantime and on behalf of Newbald Parish Although the general layout of the village is medieval Led Plan - has grown considerably in recent years. Council, I would like to thank all those who took part in Newbald is recorded in the Domesday Book in 1086 in origin, its present character owes much to the years as being held by the Canons of York under Thomas from 1770 to 1870. This period, embracing the Based upon a widespread public consultation, our our surveys and helped in any way with the delivery of the Archbishop and so it probably began to take Agricultural Revolution, brought about great changes new CLP will provide strategic direction to the Parish this valuable and important document. shape around the 11th century, with the focal points in and around Newbald – notably the creation, Council as it performs its statutory duties. It will also being the Church and The Green. through ‘enclosure’, of the present pattern of fields indicate how residents wish Newbald to thrive and and hedges, and the rebuilding in stone of many older develop in the next five to ten years. buildings. In turn, the documentary evidence it represents will provide crucial support for our community groups as Cllr. Chris Waite Chairman they seek to fund their projects, many of which will Newbald Parish Council (NPC) help protect and improve our way of life, whilst also

The Church of St Nicholas is a magnificent building and has been described as ‘the most complete Norman church of the East Riding’. It is cruciform and aisleless and mainly 12th century in date, though the top of the tower is early 13th century and the chancel 15th century.

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poorer place. welcoming users from both inside and outside the NPFA is an active and committed group of In the community survey conducted in October 2012, village. volunteers, which organises events throughout the 85.5% of respondents viewed the provision of a What of the future? Many respondents to the year. The high point is the Gala, which has become a village hall as ‘very important’ or ‘important’. Just community survey indicated that they would like to popular and established fixture in the village calendar. over sixty one percent thought that a new village hall see a new building. This would be purpose-built to should be constructed, while 57.2% agreed that it is meet the diverse needs and interests of those who live These activities not only generate much needed funds, ‘very important’ or ‘important’ that the community in the village, as well as those who visit Newbald but, importantly, help promote a sense of community invests in the Hall. during their leisure time. Whether this is achievable in the village: something the community survey highlighted as crucial to parishioners. Owned on behalf of the village by NPC and managed will depend to a great extent on whether sufficient View east from the Church Tower in the late 19th Century funding can be obtained to finance such an ambitious by an enthusiastic and forward-looking Management Committee, the Hall is currently undergoing enterprise. In the 20th century, many sub-standard structures improvements that should – once the planned As a measure of the importance it places on the Hall, were replaced by brick buildings, and some peripheral programme of works is completed – secure its future open space and fields built upon. Nevertheless, the NPC intends to conduct all its public meetings there as one of the principal focal points of village life. as soon as appropriate space is available. present day village owes much to a medieval plan, which provides a feeling of space and of harmony with the surrounding countryside. Action Points In common with some other facilities in the village,  NPC is committed to the Village Hall the Playing Field and the NPFA are at something of a and its Management Committee, and crossroads. Ambitions for future development are to supporting the maintenance and hindered by the lack of suitable vehicular access to the site. In addition, funds are continually required to development of this valuable maintain and upgrade the facilities. community resource. Undoubtedly, a viable Playing Field remains an  NPC aims to use the Village Hall as essential part of village life in Newbald, particularly its preferred venue for all public for our young people. Therefore, NPC will maintain meetings by January 2015. its efforts in support of the NPFA’s endeavours to find a permanent and practical solution to issues Village Pump circa 1902 The Management Committee is working hard to surrounding Playing Field access. In so doing, NPC respond to relevant data and comments in the will act to protect the future of this vital and strategic The ‘openness’ of Newbald - its wide streets, spacious community survey. It is securing the fabric of the Playing Field village amenity and in turn secure important Green and Mires - greatly helps residents to enjoy building and making improvements to both the community events, such as the annual gala, which are excellent views of the nearby hills. That the The Playing Field, in common with The Green and interior and exterior to make it a more inviting place so crucial to our sense of community. preservation of this quality is of critical importance is the Village Hall, is one of the principal focal points of to visit and spend time in. reflected in the recent community survey. the village and is valued for the opportunities it After this, the Committee plans to look at the next provides for sport and leisure activities. These include stage in development, which is likely to include an a football pitch, changing facilities and a fully Action Point equipped play area. expansion of the available space to accommodate  NPC is committed to supporting more of the services and facilities that parishioners The Playing Field site was purchased by the village in NPFA’s efforts in ensuring Newbald regard as important. 1964 for the use and benefit of the people living in has unhindered access to a well and around Newbald. As a condition of the purchase, maintained and sustainable Even in its current condition, the Village Hall, and the recreational ground, which can provide manner in which it is used, already embodies many of a committee of volunteers was set up to look after the upkeep and management of the field and that play and sporting facilities and host the principles essential for the survival and growth of important village events. any community facility in a small rural village. It is committee has evolved into Newbald Playing Fields Association (NPFA).

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None of the earlier timber-framed buildings remain, flexible and adaptable in terms of the facilities offered the oldest surviving houses being of stone with Public Amenities and lends itself to a diverse range of uses, from clubs pantiles. These date from around 1740 to 1840. and activities – including concerts and, in the recent past, film shows - to a visiting post office and Stone remained the dominant building material until Village Hall optician. the mid-19th century. Thereafter brick became increasingly used. Much of Newbald’s charm derives The Village Hall, for many parishioners, represents an The planned improvements, once completed, will from its numerous stone buildings: most East Riding integral part of village life. Without it and the make the Village Hall an even more valuable resource villages are predominantly brick-built. activities that it accommodates, the village would be a to the community, increasing its versatility and poorer place. welcoming users from both inside and outside the village. NPFA is an active and committed group of In the community survey conducted in October 2012, volunteers, which organises events throughout the 85.5% of respondents viewed the provision of a What of the future? Many respondents to the year. The high point is the Gala, which has become a village hall as ‘very important’ or ‘important’. Just community survey indicated that they would like to popular and established fixture in the village calendar. over sixty one percent thought that a new village hall see a new building. This would be purpose-built to should be constructed, while 57.2% agreed that it is meet the diverse needs and interests of those who live These activities not only generate much needed funds, ‘very important’ or ‘important’ that the community in the village, as well as those who visit Newbald but, importantly, help promote a sense of community invests in the Hall. during their leisure time. Whether this is achievable in the village: something the community survey highlighted as crucial to parishioners. Owned on behalf of the village by NPC and managed will depend to a great extent on whether sufficient View east from the Church Tower in the late 19th Century funding can be obtained to finance such an ambitious by an enthusiastic and forward-looking Management Committee, the Hall is currently undergoing enterprise. In the 20th century, many sub-standard structures improvements that should – once the planned As a measure of the importance it places on the Hall, were replaced by brick buildings, and some peripheral programme of works is completed – secure its future open space and fields built upon. Nevertheless, the NPC intends to conduct all its public meetings there as one of the principal focal points of village life. as soon as appropriate space is available. present day village owes much to a medieval plan, which provides a feeling of space and of harmony with the surrounding countryside. Action Points In common with some other facilities in the village,  NPC is committed to the Village Hall the Playing Field and the NPFA are at something of a and its Management Committee, and crossroads. Ambitions for future development are to supporting the maintenance and hindered by the lack of suitable vehicular access to the site. In addition, funds are continually required to development of this valuable maintain and upgrade the facilities. community resource. Undoubtedly, a viable Playing Field remains an  NPC aims to use the Village Hall as essential part of village life in Newbald, particularly its preferred venue for all public for our young people. Therefore, NPC will maintain meetings by January 2015. its efforts in support of the NPFA’s endeavours to find a permanent and practical solution to issues Village Pump circa 1902 The Management Committee is working hard to surrounding Playing Field access. In so doing, NPC respond to relevant data and comments in the will act to protect the future of this vital and strategic The ‘openness’ of Newbald - its wide streets, spacious community survey. It is securing the fabric of the Playing Field village amenity and in turn secure important Green and Mires - greatly helps residents to enjoy building and making improvements to both the community events, such as the annual gala, which are excellent views of the nearby hills. That the The Playing Field, in common with The Green and interior and exterior to make it a more inviting place so crucial to our sense of community. preservation of this quality is of critical importance is the Village Hall, is one of the principal focal points of to visit and spend time in. reflected in the recent community survey. the village and is valued for the opportunities it After this, the Committee plans to look at the next provides for sport and leisure activities. These include stage in development, which is likely to include an a football pitch, changing facilities and a fully Action Point equipped play area. expansion of the available space to accommodate  NPC is committed to supporting more of the services and facilities that parishioners The Playing Field site was purchased by the village in NPFA’s efforts in ensuring Newbald regard as important. 1964 for the use and benefit of the people living in has unhindered access to a well and around Newbald. As a condition of the purchase, maintained and sustainable Even in its current condition, the Village Hall, and the recreational ground, which can provide manner in which it is used, already embodies many of a committee of volunteers was set up to look after the upkeep and management of the field and that play and sporting facilities and host the principles essential for the survival and growth of important village events. any community facility in a small rural village. It is committee has evolved into Newbald Playing Fields Association (NPFA).

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the nave, forming the encouraging diversification in its use.  NPC will maintain a dialogue with its Organisations main door.  In recognition of its historic value, governors and staff in order to establish Newbald benefits from a number of organisations As with most ancient buildings, maintenance of the NPC will press for the installation of how it may best support their future which are involved in recreation and leisure pursuits. fabric of the church is ongoing and expensive. Recent signage on the A1034 directing efforts. works have included replacing and repairing damaged tourists to the church by the end of Not only are these important in providing support and eroded masonry to the door arches and south 2015. and social benefits to residents young and old, they transept plinth. Most of this work would not have The Cemetery also collectively play a highly important part in taken place without the generosity of local families enhancing the spirit of community in Newbald. and individuals who contributed to a stonework Newbald Primary School Opened in 1905 following the closure of the The organisations listed alphabetically are: appeal. Preserving this landmark building is Newbald Primary School is a popular, thriving, and graveyard at the church, the Cemetery is maintained recognised as being of vital importance to the whole  indeed, oversubscribed school. Standing in lovely and administered by NPC. Within its grounds stands Artery (Arts in the East Riding of Yorkshire) - parish. grounds on Beverley Road, it celebrates its centenary a cherished memorial to those who fell in World Wars arranges productions at the Village Hall. I and II, and a very old red-brick building, originally in February 2014.  - short mat bowls group which meets at used to store tools. Bowling The school was described as ‘good with outstanding the Village Hall. features’ in the 2011 OFSTED report. At present Recently, NPC has made significant improvements to the grounds, including the  Brownies – for young girls aged between 7 and 10 (2013), there are 97 children on its roll, aged from 3 - encourages them to have fun, make new friends, to 11 years, in 4 classes. Before- and after- school replacement of the central tarmac path and, gain valuable life skills and make a positive clubs are available, providing a valuable resource for difference to their lives and their communities. parents. importantly, the ongoing renovation of the ‘tool  Church Rooms - provides The importance of the school to our community is store’. When completed, this a range of creative, physical clear, with 81.8% of respondents in the community will become a place of and educational activities survey considering the school to be a ‘very important’ respect in which memorial for younger members of the or ‘important’ amenity. Examples of comments Toilet facilities have recently been installed in the plaques may be displayed community. The facilities include: church and it is hoped that these will help to attract following cremation. are also available for more events throughout the year. These already “Brilliant school. Brings community together.” A Garden of Remembrance is also planned for the meetings and other social include musical evenings and a very successful Cemetery. This will complement the existing area, gatherings. Festival of Flowers. “Vital to the future of the village and needs capital.”

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NPC has long taken responsibility for the adjacent to the main door of the church, which is St Nicholas Church maintenance of the church clock, which was installed dedicated to the interment of ashes. in 1911, at a cost of £95, to celebrate the Coronation Built on a ridge and situated centrally, St Nicholas’ NPC continues to undertake its responsibilities for of King George V. It also cares for the grounds, trees Church appears to dominate the skyline of the village. the Cemetery’s upkeep, which includes regular grass and perimeter walls, ensuring they are safe and well Described by Nikolaus Pevsner, an architectural cutting and pest control. Situated close to farmland, maintained. historian, as ‘the most complete Norman Church in the Cemetery suffers particularly badly from rabbit the East Riding’ and often called ‘the Cathedral of the Indeed NPC believes the church plays a crucial part in infestation and steps are continually needed to Wolds’, the church derives its name from the Greek, the life of our village and is intent on its continued Newbald can be proud of its excellent school. It is a combat this. Saint Nikolaus of Myra (270-340 AD). support. The council also recognises the historical vital community resource and its continued success An earlier church was importance of the church and will assist in making its will ensure that the village retains young couples and recorded in Newbald in existence more widely recognised. families. Action Points the Domesday Survey To read the full history of this impressive church, visit Parents and community members are encouraged to  NPC will continue to maintain the but the present one was www.newbald.com. be involved in the life of the school, by helping in Cemetery to a high standard. built circa 1140: it is classes, as well as by attending meetings, social  By Spring 2015, NPC will complete Newbald’s only Grade 1 occasions and fundraising events. listed building. It has a renovation work, already begun, to the large cruciform plan Action Points NPC is fully committed to the village school and red-brick building to house memorial with a tall central tower  NPC will continue to meet its recognises its importance to Newbald. plaques, and will create a Garden of and is almost unique in responsibilities to maintain, to a high Remembrance within the Cemetery. having four Norman standard, the church clock, Doorways, the largest churchyard and the protected trees. Action Points and most elaborate  NPC will support the retention and  being at the west end of NPC will support the Church in future development of the school. Community and Social the nave, forming the encouraging diversification in its use.  NPC will maintain a dialogue with its Organisations main door.  In recognition of its historic value, governors and staff in order to establish As with most ancient buildings, maintenance of the NPC will press for the installation of Newbald benefits from a number of organisations how it may best support their future which are involved in recreation and leisure pursuits. fabric of the church is ongoing and expensive. Recent signage on the A1034 directing efforts. works have included replacing and repairing damaged tourists to the church by the end of Not only are these important in providing support and eroded masonry to the door arches and south 2015. and social benefits to residents young and old, they transept plinth. Most of this work would not have The Cemetery also collectively play a highly important part in taken place without the generosity of local families enhancing the spirit of community in Newbald. and individuals who contributed to a stonework Newbald Primary School Opened in 1905 following the closure of the The organisations listed alphabetically are: appeal. Preserving this landmark building is Newbald Primary School is a popular, thriving, and graveyard at the church, the Cemetery is maintained recognised as being of vital importance to the whole  indeed, oversubscribed school. Standing in lovely and administered by NPC. Within its grounds stands Artery (Arts in the East Riding of Yorkshire) - parish. grounds on Beverley Road, it celebrates its centenary a cherished memorial to those who fell in World Wars arranges productions at the Village Hall. I and II, and a very old red-brick building, originally in February 2014.  - short mat bowls group which meets at used to store tools. Bowling The school was described as ‘good with outstanding the Village Hall. features’ in the 2011 OFSTED report. At present Recently, NPC has made significant improvements to the grounds, including the  Brownies – for young girls aged between 7 and 10 (2013), there are 97 children on its roll, aged from 3 - encourages them to have fun, make new friends, to 11 years, in 4 classes. Before- and after- school replacement of the central tarmac path and, gain valuable life skills and make a positive clubs are available, providing a valuable resource for difference to their lives and their communities. parents. importantly, the ongoing renovation of the ‘tool  Church Rooms - provides The importance of the school to our community is store’. When completed, this a range of creative, physical clear, with 81.8% of respondents in the community will become a place of and educational activities survey considering the school to be a ‘very important’ respect in which memorial for younger members of the or ‘important’ amenity. Examples of comments Toilet facilities have recently been installed in the plaques may be displayed community. The facilities include: church and it is hoped that these will help to attract following cremation. are also available for more events throughout the year. These already “Brilliant school. Brings community together.” A Garden of Remembrance is also planned for the meetings and other social include musical evenings and a very successful Cemetery. This will complement the existing area, gatherings. Festival of Flowers. “Vital to the future of the village and needs capital.”

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 Friends of Newbald School (FONS) – organises fun, fund-raising activities to support Action Point Public Safety Newbald School, including a summer barbeque at  NPC appreciates the importance of the school and the annual New Year’s Duck Race. Action Points community and social organisations in Crime and Anti-Social  NPC will request greater Police maintaining an active community spirit  Newbald Playing Fields Association (NPFA) visibility at important events and aims to promote their continued Behaviour (ASB) e.g. the Gala, School BBQ, – manages the Playing Field and organises fund- development. raising activities to support the facilities. It Carols on The Green. Newbald is fortunate in having low levels of crime arranges the Gala every summer and “Carols on and ASB. IN 2011, 2012 and 2013 (January to July),  NPC will actively support The Green” on Christmas Eve. Allotments the number of reported crimes were 9, 31 and 7 community groups seeking to promote Neighbourhood Watch  respectively and for ASB 7, 4 and 0. Not surprisingly, Village Hall Management Committee Newbald currently has large agricultural allotment plots schemes. (VHMC) – manages the Village Hall, providing the low crime rate was cited in the community survey used to cultivate crops. These are located on the east side as the second most important reason why people like  NPC will encourage outlying facilities for social gatherings, recreational activities of A1034, some towards Market Weighton, the others and meetings. living in Newbald. farms and houses to join Farm towards South Cave. Watch or similar schemes. Although undoubtedly some crime and ASB goes NPC is also considering creating garden allotments to unreported (evidence suggests this is especially true  NPC will ensure that residents meet a demand from some parishioners. for outlying farms and houses), the low incidence of are kept fully informed via the newsletter of contact details for Allotments, it is suggested, can benefit residents by reported crime in Newbald also largely explains why the great majority of residents feel ‘safe’ or ‘very safe’. reporting crime and ASB to the providing: police.  a cheap source of organic fresh fruit and Despite this, the community survey suggested some vegetables ways of reducing crime:  an opportunity to spend time outside enjoying nature and exercising  better street lighting (56.9% of respondents) - see separate topic on page 16  a sense of achievement and well-being Dog Fouling  a reduction in stress and chance to escape the  greater police visibility (50.4% of Residents are greatly concerned about the level of dog pressures of modern living respondents) fouling in the parish. In the community survey, areas identified as being of particular concern, were the  improved community spirit.  Neighbourhood Watch Scheme (40.3% of  - the Newbald Playing Field, The Green, the Village Hall and certain WIN (Women in Newbald) respondents). branch of the Women’s Institute. This recently Moreover, NPC believes that allotments could help to residential areas. sustain our rural way of life and, in so doing, help to Although the effectiveness of improved lighting in created group already plays a very active role in Just over 58% of respondents rated dog fouling as a preserve the village’s character. reducing crime is somewhat controversial, NPC will promoting community spirit and friendship ‘serious problem’ and 62.1% agreed it was ‘very continue to monitor the need for additional throughout the village. Goods grown on new and existing allotments could help important’ for NPC to tackle the matter. to support the establishment of some form of provision. NPC fully recognises the crucial role played by the NPC is already committed to encouraging people to community store. Therefore, NPC will actively Neighbourhood Watch schemes have been effective village’s volunteer community groups and will act responsibly. Its highly dedicated Community continue to actively support and encourage them. consider the creation of further allotments, with a in Newbald in the past and, should residents wish to view to reporting on the matter by June 2014. Support Working Party continues to focus on the Space is already made available for their promotion put new schemes in place, NPC will actively support issue and has close links with ERYC Dog Wardens. on the NPC website, with groups having the option their efforts. It will also encourage local farmers to Additionally, the NPC newsletter regularly covers the of up-dating and managing their own web pages. Action Points sign up for the Farm Watch scheme. matter, reminding owners that allowing their pets to With regard to policing, NPC understands the foul within the village and not clearing it up is an  NPC has tasked its Community difficulties of covering large, often sparsely populated offence that can lead to prosecution. Development Working Party with rural areas. Therefore, whilst greater police visibility An example of the efforts being made by NPC was undertaking a feasibility study in on a regular basis would be welcomed, NPC respect of allotment provision. the ‘Dog Awareness Day’ held on the village green in appreciates that this may be unachievable. spring 2013. This was very successful in stimulating  The study will examine the financial There is however, a good argument for better targeted discussion, as well as in promoting responsible and practical issues surrounding the police attendance at events such as the village gala. ownership. It encouraged owners of all ages, local creation of new garden allotments and businesses, support groups and, more importantly, the where they could best be located. dogs to get together and have fun! It also raised the profile of responsible ownership and was such a  It will be completed by June 2014. success that it will be held as a regular annual event  It will be completed by June 2014. on The Green.

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Although raising Service to help improve response times in Newbald. These would be publicised in newsletters, on-line and awareness of dog First Responders are well trained and are able to possibly via a poster campaign. fouling can be arrive on the scene more quickly than an ambulance successful, would. complacency does NPC will continue to actively promote such schemes. Do not block access to appear to be a These will require the commitment from volunteers periodic problem. drivesways; avoid parking in the community. To this end, calls for residents to Therefore NPC opposite driveways when it become involved in these initiatives will regularly be intends to issue an restricts access or makes it repeated in the newsletter and on the website advisory leaflet to all difficult to access. www.newbald.com. households, highlighting the NPC is also aware that some village streets, such as Avoid parking on bends dangers of dog South Newbald Road, Burgate, Westgate, Galegate as this makes it difficult fouling and what is Action Points and Eastgate are used as short cuts for commuters in  NPC will continue its First Aid for passing traffic to expected of owners. the morning and evening. training initiative, with an aim of see vehicles coming Furthermore, efforts will be made to ensure that encouraging more residents to take the other way. ERYC Dog Wardens are ‘more visible’ and police the part. Parking village robustly.  NPC will consider the feasibility of The community survey also highlighted residents’ It is against the law to park establishing a First Responder service concerns surrounding parking issues, with 42.8% on pathways; pedestrians, or similar scheme for Newbald by indicating this is a “serious problem”. childrens' buggies and Action Points wheelschair access should  spring 2014. Almost 52% of respondents felt that South Newbald NPC will develop an action plan, never be blocked. with the help of dog owners and Road suffers badly from parking issues, followed by residents, to encourage responsible Galegate (25.8%). behaviour – from summer 2014. Speeding & Parking Overall, NPC takes problems relating to speeding and  NPC will produce a leaflet to raise Speeding parking very seriously, but believes they form part of awareness of the issues by winter In the community the wider issue of traffic and vehicle management in 2014/ 2015. survey, 53.9% of Newbald. Therefore, it proposes to conduct a study respondents rated  NPC will regularly highlight the to include such areas as: speeding as a problem of dog fouling on the NPC ‘serious problem’.  the overall speed limit within the village website and in the newsletter. They also indicated Indeed, with most households having the use of more  limiting vehicle routes across The Green clearly where the  NPC will request that ERYC Dog than one car, and with the growing number of visitors  Wardens be more visible at key problem was most to the village, the issue can only grow in importance. parking practices accute: 35.7% times and deal with the matter  the potential for traffic calming measures. forcefully, issuing fines when pointed to South As well as those areas identified in the community appropriate. Newbald Road and survey, NPC also has concerns about parking outside 31% to Burgate. the school during drop off and pick up times and As part of this study, around The Green when there is a high volume of NPC will consult

visitors. NPC understands the frustrations of with residents, Emergency Medical Services NPC takes the matter of speeding very seriously and residents and the difficulties that inconsiderate ERYC and the continually works with residents and ERYC to parking can cause. police to create Emergency response times in the village have been address it. practical vehicle found to vary and, given that in most emergencies the These are not simply a matter of inconvenience; in management first few minutes are critical, this is a cause for Indeed, NPC has already successfully petitioned winter, snow ploughs and gritters, at times, have been solutions for concern. ERYC over speeding concerns and recently obtained unable to access South Newbald Road, due to badly Newbald. a 20mph limit outside the school. Also, at the time of parked cars. Clearly this is unacceptable. Conducted for NPC NPC’s Community Support Working Party is already writing, NPC is confident that strenuous lobbying will by its Planning & providing First Aid Training, giving interested Whilst enforcement is always an alternative, adoption result, in the near future, in a 40mph limit being Highways parishioners the basic skills and confidence needed to of locally agreed guidelines is preferable. One option introduced between the entrances to the village along Committee, the study will be completed by winter help others in an emergency. It is also exploring the is the introduction of ‘Park Smart Rules’ for residents. the A1034. 2016/ 2017. option of introducing a Community First Responder

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In the meantime, NPC will continue to work with improving. All the ‘old village’ roads were mentioned, those who have no car, or only limited access to one, residents and enforcement agencies to limit the but particularly The Mires, Eastgate and South Public Services and for car owners who wish to use their car less. effects of inconsiderate driving and parking. Newbald Road. Until recently, the village had only one very limited

However, public opinion on Medical Provision bus service (X143) to/from Beverley three days a the matter has long been week. divided and continues to be so; Newbald residents are served by medical surgeries in However, this many cite the dangers inherent South Cave and Market Weighton. situation Action Points in poor street lighting, whilst A wide range of access options is available to elderly, improved in 2013 NPC understands parishioners’ others point to the huge concerns with regard to speeding, frail, disabled or non-driving patients. For example, with NPC’s benefits gained from a lack of inconsiderate driving and parking; transport to GP surgeries can be booked with the successful light pollution. therefore it will: local Community Transport Group and access to lobbying to divert local hospitals is available through the Medibus  With the help of residents and Furthermore, installing the X4 Wicstun Service. external agencies, conduct a study additional lighting would have Express through of all aspects of traffic financial implications, whilst Despite these services, some have called for more the village. the assumed benefits in terms management within the village, local access to medical support. The result is direct access to Hull City Centre (45 of crime prevention are with a view to publishing a minutes) and York City Centre (55 minutes). With 5 seemingly unproven. NPC considers the health and wellbeing of consultation document by winter parishioners of paramount importance and will buses a day at 2 or 3 hour intervals, this service is a 2016/ 2017. valuable addition to public transport in Newbald. NPC is aware of examine possible options for more localised medical provision. In this, it will work with local healthcare  Ask police officers to visit problem residents’ concerns with In addition school buses are available to transport regard to this matter, providers, to establish what alternative approaches Newbald’s 11+ children. areas regularly to enforce parking might be feasible, such as on-line consultations and regulations. however, and will task its Community Transport Planning & Highways mobile clinics.  Mount a poster campaign each Committee with In the interim, NPC will take steps to publicise This is intended to ‘plug’ the most serious gaps in winter to address the specific examining what steps existing services and access options in its newsletter coverage by East Yorkshire buses and takes three problem of parked cars blocking can be taken to improve and on its website. forms: access for the gritters. lighting. At the same  five ‘MiBuses’ – operated by ERYC. time, conservation of the Unfortunately none of these serves Newbald village’s character, and the environmental Action Points  the East Riding Medibuses – booked in  Street Lighting advantages of limited NPC will enter into discussions with advance by phone. These are for medical lighting, need to be taken into account. local healthcare providers to consider appointments of all kinds and for visiting Whilst the village’s post-1945 housing developments additional access possibilities – from friends and relatives in hospital have plentiful street lights, pre-war housing areas, winter 2015/ 2016.  minibuses driven by volunteers – one of notably the ‘gates, The Green, the Mires, Townside Action Point  NPC will publicise existing medical these is based at Market Weighton and is Road and South Newbald Road, have far fewer lights.  NPC’s Planning & Highways services, and their contact details, in Committee will report on possible available for group hire (max. 16). This scarcity of lighting in the ‘old village’ evoked a its newsletter and on its website – from measures to improve street strong response in the community survey. From a list lighting in the village by winter spring 2014 & ongoing. of 15 village services, street lighting was voted the 2014/ 2015. third worst service and the one most in need of Action Points Public & Community  NPC will actively encourage residents, via its website and newsletter, to use Transport existing East Yorkshire services. Newbald is largely a dormitory village and, with  facilities such as shops, medical facilities and post- NPC will consider options for primary schools being outside the parish, adequate additional, flexible community transport facilities are essential. transport provision for Newbald and With over 90% of households having at least one car surrounding villages – from spring or van, most rely on this as their main form of 2014 & ongoing. transport. Nevertheless, public transport is needed for

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During summer 2013, Newbald suffered badly from There are also a number of other services operating Phone & Broadband very poor reception, with frequent outages and poor Housing & Development from the village including builders, electricians, a Communications provision in Newbald could be said signals, making life very difficult for every EE mobile heating engineer/plumber, a painter & decorator and to be a ‘mixed bag’! This is supported by the user in the village. This situation clearly demonstrated Housing and Development a mobile optician. Unfortunately all these businesses community survey results, where 29.54% of how unsatisfactory it is to have only one effective are small and offer little opportunity for employment. service provider. respondents considered broadband speed to be ‘good’ Overview Some new employment opportunities may arise with or ‘excellent’ and 26.8% ‘poor’ or ‘very poor’. Additionally, in the community survey, mobile data Newbald is a rural community with historic links to new developments, but these are likely to be limited. Similarly, although Newbald is well served by provision was considered unsatisfactory by 31.1% of agriculture and the transport of locally grown This is further compounded by the recommendations traditional land-line telephone services, it has only one respondents, with only 17.9% considering it to be produce. laid out in the ERYC’s ‘Local Plan’ draft strategy, real choice of mobile network (EE), due to the poor ‘good’ or ‘excellent’. Indeed, there are black spots which is being prepared at the time of writing. In it, coverage offered by the rest. where there is no mobile data reception at all. very little development of any kind is envisaged, other than limited infilling and possible conversion or Given the evident problems, and with over 20% of Broadband replacement of existing buildings. respondents choosing “choice of mobile service In the community survey, a significant proportion of provision” as one of the top three things they would The rest of Newbald Parish, outside the village respondents (27.1%) chose broadband speed as one like to see improved in the village, NPC will do ‘development limits’, is designated ‘countryside’. of the top three things that they wished to see whatever it can to improve the situation. Again, very little development is envisaged here. improved. Over 36% wanted to see high speed Indeed, the area west of the A1034 is designated a broadband introduced. ‘mineral safe-guarding area’ (an area that contains Currently, realistic broadband speeds in the Newbald East Riding’s only good building stone); this special area are 7mb/s for downloads and 1mb/s for status could result in the prohibition of any uploads: one supplier, KC, can sometimes offer a development that might prevent future quarrying of higher speed. Fibre optic broadband is not yet the stone. available in the village. As an increasing number of Clearly, the ‘draft strategy’ does not foresee any services become available via the internet, good significant development in Newbald. However, it quality broadband connections are fast becoming as does recognise the importance of the rural economy essential as other utility services, such as water and and gives conditional support for i) rural micro- electricity, and critical for running businesses from Forty years ago, two thirds of the working population businesses and ii) the development and diversification home or even for doing homework. worked in Newbald, with agriculture and transport (8 of both farming and tourism. Importantly, a condition The present poor level of provision is clearly or 9 haulage firms) the main employers. It was a is that any development is “of an appropriate scale to unacceptable and at the time of writing, NPC is working village supporting 4 general stores and a fish its location and respects the character of the considering what measures it can take to improve the and chip shop. surrounding countryside”. situation. Action Points Therefore, at that time, housing and development Significantly, most of Newbald parish is within an  NPC will lobby for 100% provision ‘area of highest (landscape) quality” and the need is Mobile Phone & Data were provided to meet the needs of those who of high speed, fibre optic stressed for any rural development to i) be on or broadband in Newbald – from worked either on the land or for businesses In the community adjacent to an existing site and ii) involve the use, summer 2014. responding to the needs of farmers. survey, 51.4% of conversion or expansion of existing buildings. respondents were  NPC will lobby existing broadband Today, about 84% of the working population Possibly due to changing working patterns, but also unhappy with their providers and approach new ones commutes to work. The shops have gone and just one because of changes in people’s expectations, fewer choice of mobile service to ensure Newbald benefits from haulage firm remains. Newbald has become largely a people in the age group 16 to 25 are living in the provider. This is competition – from autumn 2014. dormitory settlement, with at least 400 cars leaving parish. unsurprising, as only  NPC will lobby BT to upgrade the the village most mornings. one provider (EE) is village’s exchange and mobile However, a considerable number of local businesses Indeed the recent community survey found that only realistically available to providers in respect of 3G and 4G remain, with agriculture still dominant, though 3.6% of those living in households that responded residents at the moment mobile data – from spring 2014. employing fewer people. Several of the 15 or so farms were in this age group. (Of course, some could be in (December 2013). higher education).  NPC will seek to encourage have diversified, bringing, for example, a shooting As well as affecting additional mobile providers to ground and holiday cottages to the parish. Conversely, Newbald has experienced in recent years extend their mobile telephony consumer choice, this Other businesses now include: car repairs, washing an influx of young families seeking a desirable virtual monopoly results services to Newbald – from autumn community in which to raise children. Key factors 2014. and sales; hay and straw haulage; heating pellet in great inconvenience and could result in real distribution; pet food wholesaling; pubs and bed & here are Newbald’s excellent primary school, disruption when the service becomes unavailable. breakfasts. community groups offering after-school activities, and a safe, protective environment with a low crime rate.

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During summer 2013, Newbald suffered badly from There are also a number of other services operating Phone & Broadband very poor reception, with frequent outages and poor Housing & Development from the village including builders, electricians, a Communications provision in Newbald could be said signals, making life very difficult for every EE mobile heating engineer/plumber, a painter & decorator and to be a ‘mixed bag’! This is supported by the user in the village. This situation clearly demonstrated Housing and Development a mobile optician. Unfortunately all these businesses community survey results, where 29.54% of how unsatisfactory it is to have only one effective are small and offer little opportunity for employment. service provider. respondents considered broadband speed to be ‘good’ Overview Some new employment opportunities may arise with or ‘excellent’ and 26.8% ‘poor’ or ‘very poor’. Additionally, in the community survey, mobile data Newbald is a rural community with historic links to new developments, but these are likely to be limited. Similarly, although Newbald is well served by provision was considered unsatisfactory by 31.1% of agriculture and the transport of locally grown This is further compounded by the recommendations traditional land-line telephone services, it has only one respondents, with only 17.9% considering it to be produce. laid out in the ERYC’s ‘Local Plan’ draft strategy, real choice of mobile network (EE), due to the poor ‘good’ or ‘excellent’. Indeed, there are black spots which is being prepared at the time of writing. In it, coverage offered by the rest. where there is no mobile data reception at all. very little development of any kind is envisaged, other than limited infilling and possible conversion or Given the evident problems, and with over 20% of Broadband replacement of existing buildings. respondents choosing “choice of mobile service In the community survey, a significant proportion of provision” as one of the top three things they would The rest of Newbald Parish, outside the village respondents (27.1%) chose broadband speed as one like to see improved in the village, NPC will do ‘development limits’, is designated ‘countryside’. of the top three things that they wished to see whatever it can to improve the situation. Again, very little development is envisaged here. improved. Over 36% wanted to see high speed Indeed, the area west of the A1034 is designated a broadband introduced. ‘mineral safe-guarding area’ (an area that contains Currently, realistic broadband speeds in the Newbald East Riding’s only good building stone); this special area are 7mb/s for downloads and 1mb/s for status could result in the prohibition of any uploads: one supplier, KC, can sometimes offer a development that might prevent future quarrying of higher speed. Fibre optic broadband is not yet the stone. available in the village. As an increasing number of Clearly, the ‘draft strategy’ does not foresee any services become available via the internet, good significant development in Newbald. However, it quality broadband connections are fast becoming as does recognise the importance of the rural economy essential as other utility services, such as water and and gives conditional support for i) rural micro- electricity, and critical for running businesses from Forty years ago, two thirds of the working population businesses and ii) the development and diversification home or even for doing homework. worked in Newbald, with agriculture and transport (8 of both farming and tourism. Importantly, a condition The present poor level of provision is clearly or 9 haulage firms) the main employers. It was a is that any development is “of an appropriate scale to unacceptable and at the time of writing, NPC is working village supporting 4 general stores and a fish its location and respects the character of the considering what measures it can take to improve the and chip shop. surrounding countryside”. situation. Action Points Therefore, at that time, housing and development Significantly, most of Newbald parish is within an  NPC will lobby for 100% provision ‘area of highest (landscape) quality” and the need is Mobile Phone & Data were provided to meet the needs of those who of high speed, fibre optic stressed for any rural development to i) be on or broadband in Newbald – from worked either on the land or for businesses In the community adjacent to an existing site and ii) involve the use, summer 2014. responding to the needs of farmers. survey, 51.4% of conversion or expansion of existing buildings. respondents were  NPC will lobby existing broadband Today, about 84% of the working population Possibly due to changing working patterns, but also unhappy with their providers and approach new ones commutes to work. The shops have gone and just one choice of mobile service to ensure Newbald benefits from haulage firm remains. Newbald has become largely a because of changes in people’s expectations, fewer people in the age group 16 to 25 are living in the provider. This is competition – from autumn 2014. dormitory settlement, with at least 400 cars leaving parish. unsurprising, as only  NPC will lobby BT to upgrade the the village most mornings. one provider (EE) is village’s exchange and mobile However, a considerable number of local businesses Indeed the recent community survey found that only realistically available to providers in respect of 3G and 4G remain, with agriculture still dominant, though 3.6% of those living in households that responded residents at the moment mobile data – from spring 2014. employing fewer people. Several of the 15 or so farms were in this age group. (Of course, some could be in (December 2013). higher education).  NPC will seek to encourage have diversified, bringing, for example, a shooting As well as affecting additional mobile providers to ground and holiday cottages to the parish. Conversely, Newbald has experienced in recent years extend their mobile telephony consumer choice, this Other businesses now include: car repairs, washing an influx of young families seeking a desirable virtual monopoly results services to Newbald – from autumn community in which to raise children. Key factors 2014. and sales; hay and straw haulage; heating pellet in great inconvenience and could result in real distribution; pet food wholesaling; pubs and bed & here are Newbald’s excellent primary school, disruption when the service becomes unavailable. breakfasts. community groups offering after-school activities, and a safe, protective environment with a low crime rate.

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These young families are crucial to Newbald and it is Parishioners were also highly protective of The Green Of all the issues covered in the community survey, the important that their needs in terms of amenities and and Newbald’s other common lands, which were seen lack of a shop provoked the strongest response. Housing Development housing continue to be met. as essential elements of the village’s character and Newbald’s population remains fairly stable at around charm. For future planning & development in the area, it will 1100 inhabitants. Of these, the majority are either also be important to establish how Newbald can “I would not wish to see any significant changes to village over 35 (44% are over 56) or under 18 and living with continue to offer an attractive environment for all age character. I like what I see.” their parents. groups. For example, the average age of Newbald “I wouldn’t want Newbald developed in ways which are Eighty seven percent of those living in the parish own residents is already increasing, as in many other inconsistent with its rural setting and traditional village their own home, thus only a small percentage rent, communities. This trend is set to continue and, as our charm.” mainly from private landlords. elderly residents may be less able to access transport, the community might need to consider how services So it seems clear that parishioners would like Again the community survey points to future housing and amenities important to them can be provided Newbald to remain largely unchanged, with its needs in our community. more close to hand. character and appearance protected. However, many Around 50% of parishioners occupy medium sized are in favour of improving its amenities. homes; but only just over 20% of these have young Therefore, in determining its Planning & Development Strategy, NPC must promote policies For planning & development, these views offer people living in them. This suggests that many of for Newbald that will ensure it: important guidance over the type, character, NPC understands residents’ frustrations in respect of these larger homes are under occupied. positioning and size of future housing developments. the lack of such a valuable amenity. However, given  develops and thrives in a manner sympathetic the advantages of supermarkets – a vast array of Furthermore, the survey indicates that some residents They also offer pointers for commercial development in these medium sized households are planning on to its history and residents’ desire to maintain and planning. products at heavily discounted prices, ready its rural character accessibility by car and the opportunities for internet leaving the village, as their homes become unsuitable shopping - is there a place for a village shop in a for their changing needs and as key amenities remain  receives the core amenities and services Village Shop community such as Newbald? unavailable. deemed important by parishioners of all ages. In common with many rural communities of a similar Obviously the establishment of any business has to be Only in this way will Newbald continue to be a age and size, Newbald once supported a thriving guided by commercial considerations and, in the community that young people, families and older commercial and retail sector. In 1871, the village current climate, it’s questionable whether a village residents alike wish to stay in. boasted no fewer than ten grocers, a drapers, a shop could successfully compete and provide a butcher, a tea vendor and four public houses. Parishioners’ General Attitudes & Opinions reliable income for its owners. However, with the closure of the post office counter In the community survey, 87% of respondents agreed One possible pointer for future retail development is at “Bob’s Shop” in 2008, resulting in the eventual that its rural setting was a key reason for them settling the village school which, admittedly for only a short closure of the store in 2009, the only remaining shop and remaining in Newbald. time, ran a small shop. was lost to the village. Furthermore, the vast majority agreed that they would This is an example of how existing village facilities Many parishioners regret the loss and some point to not wish to see any development which might affect could take on additional functions, thereby reducing its absence as a reason to move from the village in its traditional village character. overheads and, hopefully, making the new activity search of better amenities elsewhere. Indeed, 91.4% more sustainable. However, over 60% agreed that poor basic amenities of respondents in the community survey said it was All this suggests that currently available medium-to- were an issue in the village, particularly the loss of a ‘very important’ or ‘important’ that a shop is Another example is the establishment of post office large housing stock is, and may remain, sufficient to village shop and post office. reintroduced. facilities at the Village Hall. In fact, here is a model meet demand in the foreseeable future. that has been successfully applied up and down the These and other ‘village hubs’, such as our two public 73.9% said that helping to establish a shop was one of country. Interestingly, the survey also suggested that demand houses, were thought to be crucial in maintaining the the top three things NPC should spend its money on, for smaller homes may decline during the next ten sense of community that is such an appealing aspect and 70.5% included it in the top three amenities they Shops, post offices and cafes have been established in years if current trends persist. community owned buildings and in village pubs, the of life in the village. felt needed improving. Indeed, the indications are that only if Newbald or the shops selling locally produced goods and essentials. Making use of established local resources, these surrounding area is successful in attracting appropriate employment opportunities, will the need businesses place themselves very much at the heart of their communities and this may be a model that could grow for limited additional affordable housing for younger single people and couples. help to re-establish a retail presence in Newbald. Given the projected decline in the demand for other sizes of housing stock, it appears that future large scale housing developments of any type will be unnecessary.

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These young families are crucial to Newbald and it is Parishioners were also highly protective of The Green Of all the issues covered in the community survey, the important that their needs in terms of amenities and and Newbald’s other common lands, which were seen lack of a shop provoked the strongest response. Housing Development housing continue to be met. as essential elements of the village’s character and Newbald’s population remains fairly stable at around charm. For future planning & development in the area, it will 1100 inhabitants. Of these, the majority are either also be important to establish how Newbald can “I would not wish to see any significant changes to village over 35 (44% are over 56) or under 18 and living with continue to offer an attractive environment for all age character. I like what I see.” their parents. groups. For example, the average age of Newbald “I wouldn’t want Newbald developed in ways which are Eighty seven percent of those living in the parish own residents is already increasing, as in many other inconsistent with its rural setting and traditional village their own home, thus only a small percentage rent, communities. This trend is set to continue and, as our charm.” mainly from private landlords. elderly residents may be less able to access transport, the community might need to consider how services So it seems clear that parishioners would like Again the community survey points to future housing and amenities important to them can be provided Newbald to remain largely unchanged, with its needs in our community. more close to hand. character and appearance protected. However, many Around 50% of parishioners occupy medium sized are in favour of improving its amenities. homes; but only just over 20% of these have young Therefore, in determining its Planning & Development Strategy, NPC must promote policies For planning & development, these views offer people living in them. This suggests that many of for Newbald that will ensure it: important guidance over the type, character, NPC understands residents’ frustrations in respect of these larger homes are under occupied. positioning and size of future housing developments. the lack of such a valuable amenity. However, given  develops and thrives in a manner sympathetic the advantages of supermarkets – a vast array of Furthermore, the survey indicates that some residents They also offer pointers for commercial development in these medium sized households are planning on to its history and residents’ desire to maintain and planning. products at heavily discounted prices, ready its rural character accessibility by car and the opportunities for internet leaving the village, as their homes become unsuitable shopping - is there a place for a village shop in a for their changing needs and as key amenities remain  receives the core amenities and services Village Shop community such as Newbald? unavailable. deemed important by parishioners of all ages. In common with many rural communities of a similar Obviously the establishment of any business has to be Only in this way will Newbald continue to be a age and size, Newbald once supported a thriving guided by commercial considerations and, in the community that young people, families and older commercial and retail sector. In 1871, the village current climate, it’s questionable whether a village residents alike wish to stay in. boasted no fewer than ten grocers, a drapers, a shop could successfully compete and provide a butcher, a tea vendor and four public houses. Parishioners’ General Attitudes & Opinions reliable income for its owners. However, with the closure of the post office counter In the community survey, 87% of respondents agreed One possible pointer for future retail development is at “Bob’s Shop” in 2008, resulting in the eventual that its rural setting was a key reason for them settling the village school which, admittedly for only a short closure of the store in 2009, the only remaining shop and remaining in Newbald. time, ran a small shop. was lost to the village. Furthermore, the vast majority agreed that they would This is an example of how existing village facilities Many parishioners regret the loss and some point to not wish to see any development which might affect could take on additional functions, thereby reducing its absence as a reason to move from the village in its traditional village character. overheads and, hopefully, making the new activity search of better amenities elsewhere. Indeed, 91.4% more sustainable. However, over 60% agreed that poor basic amenities of respondents in the community survey said it was All this suggests that currently available medium-to- were an issue in the village, particularly the loss of a ‘very important’ or ‘important’ that a shop is Another example is the establishment of post office large housing stock is, and may remain, sufficient to village shop and post office. reintroduced. facilities at the Village Hall. In fact, here is a model meet demand in the foreseeable future. that has been successfully applied up and down the Interestingly, the survey also suggested that demand These and other ‘village hubs’, such as our two public 73.9% said that helping to establish a shop was one of country. houses, were thought to be crucial in maintaining the the top three things NPC should spend its money on, for smaller homes may decline during the next ten sense of community that is such an appealing aspect and 70.5% included it in the top three amenities they Shops, post offices and cafes have been established in years if current trends persist. community owned buildings and in village pubs, the of life in the village. felt needed improving. Indeed, the indications are that only if Newbald or the shops selling locally produced goods and essentials. surrounding area is successful in attracting Making use of established local resources, these appropriate employment opportunities, will the need businesses place themselves very much at the heart of grow for limited additional affordable housing for their communities and this may be a model that could younger single people and couples. help to re-establish a retail presence in Newbald. Given the projected decline in the demand for other sizes of housing stock, it appears that future large scale housing developments of any type will be unnecessary.

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This conclusion is supported by the recent “ERYC Accepting that brownfield sites provide some Draft Allocations Document”, a guide to planning employment and that this is to be supported wherever Commercial Development Utility & Infrastructure policy for the area, which did not include Newbald in possible, NPC believes that such sites offer the Commercial enterprise in Newbald continues to Developments the list of sites ERYC considers are suitable for possibility of development, whilst protecting our rural decline, with traditional sources of employment in development over the next 15-20 years. outlook and way of life. agriculture and transport the most affected. Today, Energy The views of our parishioners also support this Therefore, although each development must be many farm houses have been converted to purely standpoint. Over 67% of those responding to the considered individually and the potential impact on domestic use, with some of the attached lands sold question: ‘Do you think that Newbald needs more employment assessed, the presumption should be that for housing development. Most transport yards have new houses in the next five to ten years?’ answered: development on brownfield sites would be the suffered the same fate. ‘No’. preferred option. Non-agricultural, industrial operations have also

However, it would seem appropriate for NPC to However, NPC is of the view that the future of some suffered decline, with sites such as the timber yard Newbald has recently witnessed the development of positively favour smaller, low cost housing or of our unused greenfield sites should be considered. situated in South Newbald built upon to provide new two wind turbine farms, one of which is clearly visible schemes offering mixed domestic and commercial The community survey showed that parishioners homes and office accommodation. from the village green. use. Again, the community survey confirmed this as value our rural way of life and wish to preserve this However, some small businesses remain, along the view of many parishioners. wherever possible. (Indeed, 27% of those responding Westgate and on the west side of the A1034. Although opinion is somewhat divided as to how agreed that NPC should encourage farming and small detrimental these are in their aesthetic impact on Although few respondents confirmed a personal need holdings to flourish, whilst a further 27% highlighted NPC believes that for Newbald to remain a working Newbald, many parishioners feel strongly that further for affordable or ‘first time buyer’ housing, most the possibility of supporting tourism.) community, able to attract and retain young people, applications for wind farms should be strenuously agreed that if more housing was to be built, it should NPC’s Planning and Development Strategy must i) rejected. consist of smaller homes (47% agreed). support existing businesses and ii) view favourably The community survey supports this, with over 48% It is also useful to note that ERYC’s “Affordable future proposals for appropriate commercial of respondents being opposed to further turbines Housing Viability Assessment”, which focuses development. being sited in and around Newbald. entirely on economic viability rather than housing Commuting to work is a fact of modern living and needs, suggests that developments in the Wolds could local employment does not necessarily mean ‘within Whilst every accommodate: ‘…in the region of 25% affordable the village’. NPC accepts that developments planned application should housing’. locally but outside our immediate community will be be considered on its merits, NPC agrees equally important to Newbald and our interests in these should be represented as they occur. that further Potential Housing Development Sites developments close The community survey showed that parishioners view Arguably, smaller scale commercial employment in to our village would Newbald’s rural setting as a key asset and as such, Newbald has been hardest hit. In the last twenty years be detrimental to its NPC’s Planning & Development Strategy should seek several small shops have closed, including a small character and should not be supported. to protect that characteristic. general store, a hairdresser, a fish & chip shop, a hardware store and most recently our only remaining NPC will continue to be involved in discussions with Whilst general further development in Newbald However, where there is no evidence that the owners post office and general store. As well as affecting the developers of the existing wind farms regarding of these unused packets of land intend to farm them seems inappropriate, NPC should consider i) those employment opportunities, the loss of these amenities the long term impact of the wind farms on the once more, applications for development will sites on which it might positively support housing, or has had a detrimental effect on how attractive the community. It will also endeavour to ensure that the inevitably be forthcoming. indeed, employment development, and ii) sites on village is to newcomers and existing parishioners money paid into the associated Community Benefit which development should be discouraged. With this in mind, NPC believes it should consider alike. Fund is fairly distributed between those good causes favourably certain types of development on that apply. Therefore, NPC is of the opinion that applications previously farmed land, provided the rural character and developments that would support or revive of the village is maintained. village services and amenities should be favourably Communications This development may be of a commercial nature or considered and fully supported. Applications for further utility developments are likely of mixed use, taking advantage of opportunities and those providing improved communications presented by Newbald’s location close to the transport network and local attractions e.g. the Wolds Way. Indeed, successful examples of this approach to development already exist in the parish, such as combined farming and tourist accommodation operations. Importantly, NPC remains strenuously opposed to housing development applications for these sites and will object to any that are proposed.

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However, it would seem appropriate for NPC to However, NPC is of the view that the future of some suffered decline, with sites such as the timber yard positively favour smaller, low cost housing or of our unused greenfield sites should be considered. situated in South Newbald built upon to provide new Newbald has recently witnessed the development of schemes offering mixed domestic and commercial The community survey showed that parishioners homes and office accommodation. two wind turbine farms, one of which is clearly visible from the village green. use. Again, the community survey confirmed this as value our rural way of life and wish to preserve this However, some small businesses remain, along the view of many parishioners. wherever possible. (Indeed, 27% of those responding Westgate and on the west side of the A1034. Although opinion is somewhat divided as to how agreed that NPC should encourage farming and small detrimental these are in their aesthetic impact on Although few respondents confirmed a personal need holdings to flourish, whilst a further 27% highlighted NPC believes that for Newbald to remain a working for affordable or ‘first time buyer’ housing, most Newbald, many parishioners feel strongly that further the possibility of supporting tourism.) community, able to attract and retain young people, applications for wind farms should be strenuously agreed that if more housing was to be built, it should NPC’s Planning and Development Strategy must i) rejected. consist of smaller homes (47% agreed). support existing businesses and ii) view favourably It is also useful to note that ERYC’s “Affordable future proposals for appropriate commercial The community survey supports this, with over 48% Housing Viability Assessment”, which focuses development. of respondents being opposed to further turbines being sited in and around Newbald. entirely on economic viability rather than housing Commuting to work is a fact of modern living and needs, suggests that developments in the Wolds could local employment does not necessarily mean ‘within Whilst every accommodate: ‘…in the region of 25% affordable the village’. NPC accepts that developments planned application should housing’. locally but outside our immediate community will be be considered on its merits, NPC agrees equally important to Newbald and our interests in these should be represented as they occur. that further Potential Housing Development Sites developments close The community survey showed that parishioners view Arguably, smaller scale commercial employment in to our village would Newbald’s rural setting as a key asset and as such, Newbald has been hardest hit. In the last twenty years be detrimental to its NPC’s Planning & Development Strategy should seek several small shops have closed, including a small character and should not be supported. to protect that characteristic. general store, a hairdresser, a fish & chip shop, a hardware store and most recently our only remaining NPC will continue to be involved in discussions with However, where there is no evidence that the owners Whilst general further development in Newbald post office and general store. As well as affecting the developers of the existing wind farms regarding of these unused packets of land intend to farm them seems inappropriate, NPC should consider i) those employment opportunities, the loss of these amenities the long term impact of the wind farms on the once more, applications for development will sites on which it might positively support housing, or has had a detrimental effect on how attractive the community. It will also endeavour to ensure that the inevitably be forthcoming. indeed, employment development, and ii) sites on village is to newcomers and existing parishioners money paid into the associated Community Benefit which development should be discouraged. With this in mind, NPC believes it should consider alike. Fund is fairly distributed between those good causes favourably certain types of development on that apply. Therefore, NPC is of the opinion that applications previously farmed land, provided the rural character and developments that would support or revive of the village is maintained. village services and amenities should be favourably Communications This development may be of a commercial nature or considered and fully supported. Applications for further utility developments are likely of mixed use, taking advantage of opportunities and those providing improved communications presented by Newbald’s location close to the transport network and local attractions e.g. the Wolds Way. Indeed, successful examples of this approach to development already exist in the parish, such as combined farming and tourist accommodation operations. Importantly, NPC remains strenuously opposed to housing development applications for these sites and will object to any that are proposed.

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infrastructure will be crucial if Newbald is to thrive. In considering future planning applications, NPC Not only are they important to our existing residents, needs to rigorously examine developers’ proposals but they will be a key in attracting new residents. regarding drainage integration. NPC will also alert the Indeed, such is our dependence upon high speed planning authorities and infrastructure providers to its mobile and wired internet connectivity, that failure to concerns over this matter. Planning Action Points attract improved provision to Newbald could be  NPC will encourage a thriving, mixed age community in consultations concerning future highly detrimental to our future development. planning applications. Therefore, NPC will actively seek to attract  The presumption is that NPC will object to large scale (more than four homes) home building, developments which help to improve this provision. especially those of larger homes (four bedrooms plus).

However, in considering any such applications, NPC o NPC will favour developments of smaller ‘starter’ homes (private or rented) suitable for will always seek to protect our environment, way of singles, couples or young families. life and rural amenity. o NPC’s aim should be to attract younger people to remain in our village; it is this group who will go on to buy larger homes as their families grow. Drainage  NPC contends that there should be a presumption in favour of brownfield development but a presumption against development on greenfield sites. Increasing development within the parish has inevitably placed a strain on our existing drainage o However, greenfield site proposals which demonstrate a sympathetic approach, in keeping infrastructure and the ability of this to cope with with our rural setting and way of life, should be given due consideration and treated on their further developments is of increasing concern to own merits. NPC.  Whilst NPC understands the benefit of alternative energy resources, it remains concerned at the environmental impact of siting further wind turbines in our parish.

o Therefore, the presumption should be that future wind farm developments in or around the Community Development Action Points village will be opposed.  NPC accepts the importance of village stores and local services such as a post office. It will  NPC recognises the importance of excellent mobile and wired communications links and, in actively consider the options for establishing and retaining these and endeavour to promote their considering planning applications from providers of these services, the presumption will be in development and continued use. favour of supporting them. o In particular, NPC will investigate the feasibility of sponsoring a community general store,  NPC is concerned about the increasing demand on our drainage infrastructure. In future it will and the possibility of integrating this with an existing service, such as a village pub. rigorously examine developers’ proposals with regards drainage integration when considering Recommendations will be produced by summer 2015. applications.  NPC will seek to attract and promote business and enterprise likely to provide employment opportunities in and around our community, for all ages but especially younger residents.  NPC will discuss how it might stimulate employment prospects within our parish and neighbouring communities.

 NPC will make space available on its website, free of charge, for advertising local job vacancies – from spring 2014.  NPC will promote rural industry, life and activities sympathetic to Newbald’s traditional character and setting.  NPC will consider ways in which Newbald can capitalise on its location and local attractions, such as the Wolds Way.  NPC will support and encourage the use of public transport links in order to provide access to local employment opportunities and stimulate our economy.  NPC will regularly feature information regarding public transport in its newsletters and up-to- date links to timetables on its website – from spring 2014.  In view of the major visual impact of wind farm developments, and the possible adverse financial implications for property prices, NPC will continue discussions with Sober Hill Wind Farm and Sancton Hill Wind Farm to secure as much community funding as possible for Newbald.   21 22 NEWBALD COMMUNITY LED PLAN 2014 NEWBALD COMMUNITY LED PLAN 2014

“…noted as a unique environment which lack any National NPC recognises the fundamental role The Green Environment Landscape designation, but are considered as an area of natural fulfils as a community hub and meeting place. It is Action Points beauty with a wealth of archaeological heritage assets. They offer undoubtedly a defining feature of the village, with The protection and maintenance of The The historic villages of North and South Newbald lie major scope for sustainable tourism development, leisure and the strong visual impact. Green will continue to be a prime objective in a sheltered hollow at the junction of three dales on provision of a range of ecosystem services.” for NPC. the western margin of the Wolds. The shelter and the Environmentally, the most significant areas and springs arising from the Wolds clearly encouraged Indeed, NPC believes, such is the aspects of Newbald today, requiring most careful settlement at this site. importance to the village of The Green, that thought, respect and planning, are The Green, The The topography is characterised by rolling hills Mires and the Beck. a clear strategy for it should be set out with dissected by often steep-sided dry valleys, giving a the help of the whole community. characteristic landscape of pronounced hills and dales. The Green  With this in mind, NPC will consult Two clusters of springs emerge at a junction of chalk with parishioners to obtain their and clay in the valleys east of the villages. It is clear from the community survey that The Green opinions and aspirations concerning is highly rated by residents (89%), and that its future The Green, asking how it can be is seen as of great importance. NPC agrees and sees protected and remain relevant for future its protection and enhancement as a key objective. generations – summer 2015 to spring Therefore, it is crucial that NPC secures the future 2016. The Green has been a vital village feature since role and structure of the Green, to ensure that it can medieval times, being a site of weekly markets and a continue to be viewed and enjoyed by o As part of this consultation safe area for animals. Although these functions have residents of all ages. process, outside agencies such as changed, it is still a characteristic central open space To this end, and with the help of residents, ERYC and the Environment for the village. As such, it continues to be the focus of Agency will be consulted. village activities, such as the ‘Carols on The Green’, community groups and businesses, NPC will publish a strategy document for The which are important communal events. o The consultation will also gauge Green by winter 2016/2017. the level of support for possible changes to The Green’s road configuration, with a view to alleviating road safety concerns and making it a more usable space for village events.

o The consultation process will be concluded by spring 2016, after which NPC will publish its strategy proposals for The Green – winter 2016/ 2017. With views of the village and countryside beyond,  Given public support and funding, The Green’s boundary comprises two public houses, NPC will produce and publish a These springs eventually join to form Ings Beck. This residential properties and, on the Eastgate boundary, timetable for any approval and works runs through the wetland area of The Ings which trees which, together with those overhanging an required – spring/ summer 2017. forms a barrier between the two ancient villages of ancient wall, significantly enhance the street scene. South and North Newbald. This area of wetland also  NPC aims to promote activities which, clearly determined the course of the road between the while always reflecting The Green’s two villages and that of the original Roman road to historical use and importance, will the west. encourage its use by all ages and so Most of the rural parish is given over to arable enhance the feeling of community. farming, where the pattern is of fields bounded by  NPC will monitor and do all in its hedgerows. Within this pattern are several areas of well-established woodlands. power to protect The Green’s immediate environment and specifically According to the “East Riding Rural Strategy”, the the trees which overlook it. Yorkshire Wolds are:

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To help with this, NPC sought guidance from keen to encourage greater responsibility in this respect The Mires The Beck Yorkshire Wildlife Trust and issued advice to by residents. residents living next to the Beck. This low-lying area, The Beck is, without NPC will also consider other approaches if deemed featuring several springs, doubt, an important necessary. These might include appointing a and with the Beck running feature of the village. Its designated person with responsibility for monitoring through it, is thought to proper maintenance is of Action Points and improving the village’s appearance and have been continuous with vital importance, not only  NPC recognises the importance of cleanliness. This would necessarily include dog The Green in medieval in terms of aesthetics but the Beck to the village and is fouling. times. also in terms of flood committed to ensuring it is properly prevention and support of As well as being a grassland and sympathetically managed. This wildlife. area, it is further includes caring for its wildlife and characterised by various This entails maintaining supporting those responsible for its deciduous trees and has the banks and the removal maintenance. recently benefited from new of weeds and any litter  planting. This is important not only for the visual which may clog the stream bed. The responsibility for Therefore, NPC will take a leading impact, but also for supporting local wildlife, this rests with different bodies along the route of the role in working with the Yorkshire including water voles. Beck. These include NPC (along The Mires), ERYC, Wildlife Trust, the Environment and those residents whose property abuts the Beck. Agency and ERYC to establish a Like The Green, this common land is of great management strategy – spring/ significance to Newbald and thus demands careful In maintaining the Beck, as both a village asset and a summer 2014. management. Its status was recognised by supportive environment for wildlife, those parishioners in the community survey, where 83% responsible need to fulfil their obligations  NPC will take whatever measures agreed it was important. sympathetically. are necessary to ensure the Beck is NPC is, therefore, committed to protecting and sympathetically managed and enhancing The Mires, possibly with further planting protected for future generations. and the installation of benches. Street Scene and Action Points Pavements NPC is committed to maintaining The Mires for the enjoyment of residents The community survey and visitors, but with the protection highlighted the importance and care of its wildlife being a clear placed by residents on an imperative. attractive, tidy and well- maintained street scene. The  With the help of the Yorkshire areas rated as particularly Wildlife Trust, Yorkshire Water, important in terms of street ERYC and other partners, NPC will cleaning and litter reduction conduct a review of The Mires’ are: The Green, the Playing environment, in order to make Fields, the area around the recommendations for its future Village Hall, South Newbald management and care - winter Road and the 2014/2015. Galegate/Eastgate corner.  Actions taken in managing The There was also support for Mires will include consideration of enhancement of the general the concerns of residents over appearance, including further drainage. planting around the village. NPC agrees that maintaining a clean and litter free environment is highly important for Newbald. To this end, it is

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Footpaths Wildlife Action Points Action Points The parish has The countryside in and around Newbald is important NPC supports the view that the NPC considers our tree stock to be a numerous footpaths, in supporting plant, insect and other wildlife wellbeing of Newbald’s residents is highly significant element in Newbald’s linked to its general appearance. many of which give populations. In particular, the village enjoys the environment and places great direct access to the presence of water voles in the Beck - a clear indicator  In the first instance, NPC will importance on protecting our existing surrounding of good water quality and a supportive environment. encourage residents through its trees and augmenting them with countryside. Most newsletter, website and poster additional planting. important among campaigns to accept individual them is a section of the Wolds Way, running across responsibility for dealing with litter  NPC will take advice on how best the parish to the east of the village. and dog fouling – spring 2014 & to manage, protect and care for our tree stock and will be proactive This well-signed walk, starting in Hessle and finishing ongoing. at Filey Brigg, forms part of the National Trail in this respect.  Additionally, NPC will consider Network of long-distance walks and as such is a appointing a ‘Village Warden’,  NPC will be especially mindful of highly significant amenity and not just for Newbald. The return of the Red Kite to woodlands surrounding whose duties could include the need to protect and augment the village has further enhanced Newbald’s credentials maintaining a clean street-scene, our tree stock when examining as an important area for wildlife. Easily identified by monitoring the condition of our planning applications. Here the its red-brown colouring and forked tail, it was saved pavements and streets and presumption will be that existing from national extinction by one of the world's longest reporting issues to NPC for trees are to be protected and, running protection programmes. It is still an ‘Amber appropriate action – summer 2014. where this is not possible, that List’ species because of its historical decline. replacements are planted by One of our most important natural assets is North  NPC will also consider using the developers or applicants. Newbald Becksies Nature Reserve, which is an services of a maintenance area of wetland lying to the east of the village. contractor. The remit would include general maintenance and The maintenance of these paths is of great importance to the village and the wider region. the upkeep of NPC’s assets (such as benches) and clearing fallen Each year, NPC assigns two Councillors to be trees – summer 2014. Footpath Wardens; they have the responsibility of keeping an eye on the footpaths, investigating any public concerns and reporting any maintenance issues to Council for a quick resolution. NPC agrees their regular use by walkers, cyclists and Trees horse riders should be encouraged and their presence better advertised to visitors and tourists. Although trees are part of the street scene and appearance of the village, NPC believes that they deserve separate consideration, such is their importance. The reserve, which has been designated a Site of Action Points Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), is managed by the  The fact that a number have recently required NPC will continue to encourage the Yorkshire Wildlife Trust (YWT) on behalf of NPC attention due to ageing and disease, suggests a need effective maintenance of all public and is an outstanding haven for wildlife. for a sympathetic plan for their maintenance and footpaths in the parish. replacement. Described by them as: “a small reserve which is wet and  Furthermore, through its website, boggy with drier margins”, the Trust says: This will include the care of existing trees, as well as NPC will seek to promote them as a “By far the most interesting sections of the site the enhancement of our environment by further means of encouraging tourism in the are the open marshy areas which contain a planting of wide-ranging native species. village. good range of marsh plants, including  NPC will work with rambling groups abundant marsh orchids, said to be a hybrid and associations to achieve these swarm of mainly Dactylorhiza aims. praetermissa, though other species do occur.

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Another special plant is bog bean – a rarity environment possessing extensive access via in this part of Yorkshire. Grass of footpaths and lanes, would suggest there is great Parnassus was recorded as recently as the potential to attract visitors to the village and the area. mid-1990s and may still be present.

Moorhen and snipe occur in the wetter areas. Water shrews are present and there have been sightings of water voles.” The Becksies is a herb-rich sward, developed with a mosaic of wetland and chalk grassland plants and was historically used for watering NPC is committed to raising these issues with, and and grazing cattle. maintaining pressure on, the appropriate authorities to ensure that the drainage The YWT’s management has seen a return to this infrastructure in Newbald is sufficient to meet any practice as, during the summer months, the land is growth requirements. The promotion of Newbald as a tourist destination again grazed by cattle. This combination led to damage and distress to could have significant benefits for the village and its Although NPC will continue to monitor the homeowners and to a potential risk of sewage economy, and such an initiative would fit closely with management of The Becksies, it has every confidence overflow. This could have been catastrophic, both in objectives laid out in NPC’s Planning & Development in the YWT. Action Point Strategy (detailed elsewhere in this plan). The recent terms of public health and the environmental impact  NPC will maintain pressure on planning on the Beck. community survey suggests that a majority of and environmental authorities to ensure parishioners favour the promotion of Newbald as a In addition, the flooding and excess surface water, our drainage and sewage infrastructure is tourist destination. As well as citing our farming Action Points particularly additional run-off water affecting our adequate to cope with adverse weather heritage as a feature that should be preserved (82% of Newbald is fortunate to benefit from an SSSI, approach roads, have exacerbated their erosion and and future growth. respondents), some 69% agreed that promotion of the presence of rare birds and mammals and a compounded the already poor condition of the road  . tourism would be a significant new direction for the largely unspoilt rural setting. edges. future of Newbald. . NPC recognises the importance of In response to these problems, NPC is working with Tourism These results clearly highlight the symbiotic nature of our wildlife and is committed to its representatives of ERYC and Yorkshire Water to Although tourism is considered to be of great our rural setting and future development. protection and support. With the develop remedial measures. Meanwhile, there must be importance to the local economy and features NPC will therefore consider how Newbald might assistance of its agency partners, continual monitoring of the situation, with careful prominently in the East Riding Rural Strategy, NPC will continue to promote the examination of all potential factors. benefit from a more robust approach to tourism and Newbald could be criticised for failing to capitalise on how the village can best be promoted. significance of Newbald’s wildlife. To this end, NPC will continue to work with residents its geographical position, wildlife assets, amenities and . NPC will continue to work with its affected and the agencies involved to minimise the heritage. YWT partner to ensure The Becksies impact of future adverse weather. For example, the Becksies, our magnificent Norman Action Point is properly managed. Church, our village pubs and our position close to the  NPC will consider how best to promote transport network are seldom promoted outside the Newbald to tourists and will continue to . Action Points village. Yet these aspects, together with our local encourage tourism-related businesses.  NPC will continue to monitor the Environmental Challenges flooding caused by adverse weather events. Flooding  Flooding has badly affected parts of Newbald, It will regularly engage with residents to particularly during prolonged rainfall over the winter ensure any necessary works are carried of 2012-2013. Problems resulted from the out. combination of a high water table and flash flooding after very heavy rain. The major impact was on the Mires, where previously Drainage dormant springs reappeared as a result of the A significant factor in the causes of flooding may be heightened water table, and the overloading of drains the growing inadequacy of the village’s drainage and caused by excessive levels of surface water. sewer system. As in the past, this will continue to be placed under strain by further housing development in Newbald.

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Subject Specific Item Action Timescale Responsibility Resource (Lead and Implications Action Plan Summary Partners) Key Community NPC appreciates the importance of Ongoing Community Community Groups community and social organisations in Groups, NPC Groups, NPC ERYC – East Riding of Yorkshire Council NPC – Newbald Parish Council maintaining an active community spirit NPFA – Newbald Playing Field Association PCC – Parochial Church Council and aims to promote their continued VHMC – Village Hall Management Committee YWT – Yorkshire Wildlife Trust development.

Allotments NPC has tasked its Community June 2014 NPC NPC Development Working Party with Subject Specific Item Action Timescale Responsibility Resource undertaking a feasibility study in respect (Lead and Implications of allotment provision. It will examine Partners) the financial and practical issues Public Village Hall NPC is committed to the Village Hall Ongoing NPC, VHMC NPC, VHMC surrounding the creation of new garden Amenities and its Management Committee, and to allotments and where they could best be supporting the maintenance and located. development of this valuable community Public Safety Crime & NPC will request greater police visibility Ongoing NPC, Police Police resource. Antisocial at important events e.g. the Gala, School Behaviour NPC aims to use the Village Hall as its Jan 2015 NPC, VHMC NPC, VHMC BBQ, Carols on The Green. preferred venue for all public meetings. NPC will actively support resident Ongoing NPC, Resident NPC, Resident Playing Field NPC is committed to supporting the Ongoing NPFA, NPC NPFA, NPC groups seeking to promote Groups Groups NPFA’s efforts in ensuring Newbald has Neighbourhood Watch schemes. unhindered access to a well maintained NPC will encourage outlying farms and Ongoing NPC None and sustainable recreational ground, houses to join Farm Watch or similar which can provide play and sporting schemes. facilities and host important village events. NPC will ensure that residents are kept Starting NPC NPC fully informed via the newsletter of spring 2014 & St Nicholas’ NPC will continue to meet its Ongoing NPC NPC contact details for reporting crime and ongoing Church responsibilities to maintain, to a high ASB to the police. standard, the church clock, churchyard and the protected trees. Dog Fouling NPC will develop an action plan, with From summer NPC, Residents NPC the help of dog owners and residents, to 2014 NPC will support the Church in Ongoing PCC, NPC PCC encourage responsible behaviour. encouraging diversification in its use. NPC will produce a leaflet to raise Winter 2014 / NPC NPC In recognition of its historic value, NPC End of 2015 NPC ERYC awareness of the issues. 2015 will press for the installation of signage on the A1034 directing tourists to the NPC will regularly highlight the problem Ongoing NPC NPC church. of dog fouling on the NPC website and in the newsletter. Newbald School NPC will support the retention and Ongoing School, NPC, School, ERYC future development of the school. ERYC NPC will request that ERYC Dog Ongoing NPC, ERYC ERYC Wardens be more visible at key times NPC will maintain a dialogue with its Ongoing NPC, School NPC, School and deal with the matter forcefully, governors and staff in order to establish issuing fines when appropriate. how it may best support their future efforts. Emergency NPC will continue its First Aid training Ongoing NPC, St John NPC, St John Medical Services initiative, with an aim of encouraging Ambulance, Ambulance The Cemetery NPC will continue to maintain the Ongoing NPC NPC more residents to take part. Residents Cemetery to a high standard. NPC will consider the feasibility of Spring 2014 NPC, Yorkshire NPC,Yorkshire NPC will complete renovation work, Spring 2015 NPC NPC establishing a First Responder service or Ambulance Ambulance already begun, to the red-brick building similar scheme for Newbald. Service NHS Service NHS to house memorial plaques, and will Trust, Volunteers Trust create a Garden of Remembrance within the Cemetery.

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Subject Specific Item Action Timescale Responsibility Resource Subject Specific Item Action Timescale Responsibility Resource (Lead and Implications (Lead and Implications Partners) Partners) Speeding, Parking With the help of residents and external Winter 2016/ NPC, ERYC, NPC, ERYC, Community Village Shop NPC accepts the importance of village Recommend- NPC, Community NPC, Community & Inconsiderate agencies, NPC will conduct a study of all 2017 Police, Residents Police Development stores and local services such as a post ations by Services Services Driving aspects of traffic management within the office. It will actively consider the summer 2015 village, with a view to publishing a options for establishing and retaining consultation document. these and endeavour to promote their development and continued use. NPC will ask police officers to visit Ongoing NPC, Police Police problem areas regularly to enforce In particular, NPC will investigate the parking regulations. feasibility of sponsoring a community general store, and the possibility of NPC will mount a poster campaign each Ongoing NPC NPC integrating this with an existing service, winter to address the specific problem of such as a village pub. parked cars blocking access for the gritters. Business & NPC will seek to attract and promote Ongoing NPC, Business & Business & Enterprise business and enterprise likely to provide Enterprise Enterprise Street Lighting NPC’s Planning & Highways Committee Winter 2014/ NPC, ERYC NPC, ERYC employment opportunities in and will report on possible measures to 2015 around our community, for all ages, but improve street lighting in the village. especially younger residents. Public Medical Provision NPC will enter into discussions with From winter NPC, Healthcare Healthcare Employment NPC will discuss how it might stimulate Ongoing NPC, Local Local Employers Services 2015/ 2016 providers providers local healthcare providers to consider employment prospects within our parish Employers additional access possibilities and neighbouring communities. NPC will publicise existing medical From spring NPC NPC NPC will make space available on its From spring NPC, Local NPC 2014 & services, and their contact details, on its website, free of charge, for advertising 2014 Employers website. ongoing local job vacancies. Public Transport NPC will actively encourage residents, Ongoing NPC NPC Rural Character & NPC will promote rural industry, life and Ongoing NPC, Rural NPC via its website and newsletter, to use Setting activities sympathetic to Newbald’s Industry, existing East Yorkshire services. traditional character and setting. Community Groups Community NPC will consider options for From spring NPC, Community Community NPC will consider ways in which Transport additional, flexible community transport 2014 & Transport Transport ongoing Providers providers Newbald can capitalise on its location provision for Newbald and surrounding and local attractions, such as the Wolds villages. Way. Phone, NPC will lobby for 100% provision of From summer NPC, Broadband Broadband Public Transport NPC will support and encourage the use Ongoing NPC, Public Public Transport Broadband, high speed, fibre optic broadband in 2014 providers providers & Economy of public transport links in order to Transport operators Mobile Phone & Newbald. operators Data provide access to local employment opportunities and stimulate our NPC will lobby existing broadband From autumn NPC, Broadband Broadband economy. providers and approach new ones to 2014 providers providers ensure Newbald benefits from NPC will regularly feature information From spring NPC NPC competition. regarding public transport in its 2014 newsletters and up-to-date links to NPC will lobby BT to upgrade the From spring NPC, BT BT timetables on its website. village’s exchange and mobile providers 2014 in respect of 3G and 4G mobile data. Wind Farm In view of the major visual impact of Ongoing NPC, ERYC, Sober Hill Wind Community wind farm developments, and the Representatives Farm and Sancton NPC will seek to encourage additional From autumn NPC, Mobile Mobile providers Benefit Fund possible adverse financial implications from Sober Hill Hill Wind Farm mobile providers to extend their mobile 2014 providers for property prices, NPC will continue Wind Farm and telephony services to Newbald. Sancton Hill Wind discussions with Sober Hill Wind Farm Farm and Sancton Hill Wind Farm to secure as much community funding as possible for Newbald.

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Subject Specific Item Action Timescale Responsibility Resource Subject Specific Item Action Timescale Responsibility Resource (Lead and Implications (Lead and Implications Partners) Partners) Planning Community NPC will encourage a thriving, mixed Ongoing NPC, ERYC NPC, ERYC Environment The Green NPC will consult with parishioners to From summer NPC, ERYC, NPC, ERYC age community in consultations obtain their opinions and aspirations 2015 - spring Environment concerning future planning applications. concerning The Green, asking how it 2016 Agency can be protected and remain relevant for Housing NPC will object to large scale (more Ongoing NPC, ERYC NPC, ERYC future generations. As part of this Developments than four homes) home building, consultation process, outside agencies especially those of larger homes (four such as ERYC and the Environment bedrooms plus). Agency will be consulted. NPC will favour developments of Ongoing NPC, ERYC NPC, ERYC The consultation will also gauge the level From summer NPC, ERYC, NPC, ERYC smaller ‘starter’ homes (private or of support for possible changes to The 2015 – spring Environment rented) suitable for singles, couples or Green’s road configuration, with a view 2016 Agency young families. to alleviating road safety concerns and NPC’s aim should be to attract younger making it a more usable space for village people to remain in our village; it is this events. group who will go on to buy larger The consultation process will be Winter 2016/ NPC, ERYC NPC, ERYC homes as their families grow. concluded by spring 2016, after which 2017 Housing/ NPC contends that there should be a Ongoing NPC, ERYC NPC, ERYC NPC will publish its strategy proposals Commercial presumption in favour of brownfield for The Green.

Development development and against development Given public support and funding, NPC on greenfield sites. will produce and publish a timetable for Spring/ However, greenfield site proposals any works required. summer 2017 which demonstrate a sympathetic NPC aims to promote activities which, Ongoing NPC NPC approach, in keeping with our rural while always reflecting The Green’s setting and way of life, should be given historical use and importance, will due consideration and treated on their encourage its use by all ages and so own merits. enhance the feeling of community. Wind Turbines Whilst NPC understands the benefit of Ongoing NPC, ERYC NPC, ERYC NPC will monitor and do all in its power alternative energy resources, it remains to protect The Green’s immediate concerned at the environmental impact environment and specifically the trees of siting further wind turbines in our which overlook it. parish. Therefore, the presumption should be that future wind farm The Mires NPC is committed to maintaining The Ongoing NPC NPC developments in or around the village Mires for the enjoyment of residents and will be opposed. visitors, but with the protection and care of its wildlife being a clear imperative. Communications NPC recognises the importance of Ongoing NPC, ERYC NPC, ERYC excellent mobile and wired With the help of the Yorkshire Wildlife Winter 2014/ NPC, YWT, NPC, YWT communications links and, in Trust, Yorkshire Water, ERYC and 2015 ERYC, considering planning applications from other partners, NPC will conduct a Environment providers of these services, the review of The Mires’ environment, in Agency, Yorkshire Water presumption will be in favour of order to make recommendations for its supporting them. future management and care.

Drainage NPC is concerned about the increasing Ongoing NPC, ERYC NPC, ERYC Actions taken in managing The Mires Ongoing NPC, Residents, NPC demand on our drainage infrastructure. will include consideration of the YWT, ERYC, In future it will rigorously examine concerns of residents over drainage. Environment developers’ proposals with regards Agency, Yorkshire Water drainage integration when considering applications.

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Subject Specific Item Action Timescale Responsibility Resource Subject Specific Item Action Timescale Responsibility Resource (Lead and Implications (Lead and Implications Partners) Partners) Planning Community NPC will encourage a thriving, mixed Ongoing NPC, ERYC NPC, ERYC Environment The Green NPC will consult with parishioners to From summer NPC, ERYC, NPC, ERYC age community in consultations obtain their opinions and aspirations 2015 - spring Environment concerning future planning applications. concerning The Green, asking how it 2016 Agency can be protected and remain relevant for Housing NPC will object to large scale (more Ongoing NPC, ERYC NPC, ERYC future generations. As part of this Developments than four homes) home building, consultation process, outside agencies especially those of larger homes (four such as ERYC and the Environment bedrooms plus). Agency will be consulted. NPC will favour developments of Ongoing NPC, ERYC NPC, ERYC The consultation will also gauge the level From summer NPC, ERYC, NPC, ERYC smaller ‘starter’ homes (private or of support for possible changes to The 2015 – spring Environment rented) suitable for singles, couples or Green’s road configuration, with a view 2016 Agency young families. to alleviating road safety concerns and NPC’s aim should be to attract younger making it a more usable space for village people to remain in our village; it is this events. group who will go on to buy larger The consultation process will be Winter 2016/ NPC, ERYC NPC, ERYC homes as their families grow. concluded by spring 2016, after which 2017 Housing/ NPC contends that there should be a Ongoing NPC, ERYC NPC, ERYC NPC will publish its strategy proposals Commercial presumption in favour of brownfield for The Green.

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Subject Specific Item Action Timescale Responsibility Resource Subject Specific Item Action Timescale Responsibility Resource (Lead and Implications (Lead and Implications Partners) Partners) The Beck NPC recognises the importance of the Ongoing NPC, ERYC, NPC, ERYC, Trees NPC will be especially mindful of the Ongoing NPC, ERYC NPC, ERYC Beck to the village and is committed to YWT, YWT, Residents need to protect and augment our tree ensuring it is properly and Environment stock when examining planning sympathetically managed. This includes Agency, Residents applications. Here the presumption will caring for its wildlife and supporting be that existing trees are to be protected those responsible for its maintenance. and, where this is not possible, that replacements are planted by developers Therefore, NPC will take a leading role Spring/ NPC, YWT, NPC or applicants. in working with the Yorkshire Wildlife summer 2014 Environment Trust, the Environment Agency and Agency, Yorkshire Footpaths NPC will continue to encourage the Ongoing NPC, ERYC, NPC, ERYC, ERYC to establish a management Water effective maintenance of all public Rambling Groups Rambling Groups strategy. footpaths in the parish.

NPC will take whatever measures are Ongoing NPC NPC Furthermore, through its website, NPC necessary to ensure the Beck is will seek to promote them as a means of sympathetically managed and protected encouraging tourism in the village. for future generations. NPC will work with rambling groups Street Scene & NPC will encourage residents through its Spring 2014 & NPC, Residents NPC and associations to achieve these aims. Pavements newsletter, website and poster ongoing Wildlife NPC recognises the importance of our Ongoing NPC, YWT NPC, YWT campaigns to accept individual wildlife and is committed to its responsibility for dealing with litter and protection and support. With the dog fouling. assistance of its agency partners, NPC Additionally, NPC will consider Summer 2014 NPC NPC will continue to promote the significance appointing a ‘Village Warden’, whose of Newbald’s wildlife. duties could include maintaining a clean NPC will continue to work with its street-scene, monitoring the condition of YWT partner to ensure The Becksies is our pavements and streets and reporting properly managed. issues to NPC for appropriate action. Flooding NPC will continue to monitor the Ongoing NPC, ERYC, NPC, ERYC, NPC will also consider using the services Summer 2014 NPC, Private NPC flooding caused by adverse weather Environment Environment of a maintenance contractor. The remit Contractor events. Agency, Yorkshire Agency, Yorkshire would include general maintenance and Water, Residents Water the upkeep of NPC’s assets (such as It will regularly engage with residents to benches) and clearing fallen trees. ensure any necessary works are carried out. Trees NPC considers our tree stock to be a Ongoing NPC, ERYC, Tree NPC, ERYC highly significant element in Newbald’s Consultant Drainage NPC will maintain pressure on planning Ongoing NPC, ERYC, NPC, ERYC, environment and places great and environmental authorities to ensure Environment Environment importance on protecting our existing our drainage and sewage infrastructure is Agency, Yorkshire Agency, Yorkshire adequate to cope with adverse weather Water Water trees and augmenting them with and future growth. additional planting. NPC will take advice on how best to Tourism NPC will consider how best to promote Ongoing NPC NPC manage, protect and care for our tree Newbald to tourists and will continue to stock and will be proactive in this encourage tourism-related businesses. respect.

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Subject Specific Item Action Timescale Responsibility Resource Subject Specific Item Action Timescale Responsibility Resource (Lead and Implications (Lead and Implications Partners) Partners) The Beck NPC recognises the importance of the Ongoing NPC, ERYC, NPC, ERYC, Trees NPC will be especially mindful of the Ongoing NPC, ERYC NPC, ERYC Beck to the village and is committed to YWT, YWT, Residents need to protect and augment our tree ensuring it is properly and Environment stock when examining planning sympathetically managed. This includes Agency, Residents applications. Here the presumption will caring for its wildlife and supporting be that existing trees are to be protected those responsible for its maintenance. and, where this is not possible, that replacements are planted by developers Therefore, NPC will take a leading role Spring/ NPC, YWT, NPC or applicants. in working with the Yorkshire Wildlife summer 2014 Environment Trust, the Environment Agency and Agency, Yorkshire Footpaths NPC will continue to encourage the Ongoing NPC, ERYC, NPC, ERYC, ERYC to establish a management Water effective maintenance of all public Rambling Groups Rambling Groups strategy. footpaths in the parish.

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NEWBALD COMMUNITY LED PLAN PRODUCED BY Newbald Parish Council

Newbald Parish Council (NPC) Sandalgrove, Townside Road North Newbald York East Riding of Yorkshire YO43 4SL Tel (01430) 828919

Thank you to all residents who took the time to take part in the research we conducted.

Thank you also to the Big Lottery Fund for its generous contribution to the cost of analysing the data and producing this report.

Key ERYC – East Riding of Yorkshire Council NPC – Newbald Parish Council NPFA – Newbald Playing Field Association PCC – Parochial Church Council VHMC – Village Hall Management Committee YWT – Yorkshire Wildlife Trust