Last week we had a meeting/survey of Phase 2 of our Greenway route (from Carlisle Road to Richardshaw Lane). This section, which follows the old railway, is currently used as a walking route but needs improvements to allow other users access, such as cyclists and horse riders. We first need another feasibility study to determine … Continue reading Phase 2 Meeting and Survey
Right of Way Evidence Collection
We are collecting evidence that Greenside Tunnel and the Railway Cutting have been used as a Right Of Way. If you have been through the tunnel please complete the online form at:docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd-WOSC3liWs-96PIJe2MvGbd3sk5oIx0KNUtyJd_QXtKyAwA/viewform.This is the online version of the PUBLIC RIGHTS OF WAY USER EVIDENCE FORM for Leeds City Council
Litter pick and tree planting
We had lovely weather and a good turnout for our recent tree planting / litter picking event - it was great to see some new volunteers taking part as well.
Update March 2022
At the committee meeting on 14 March the following was discussed: Progression of Phase 2/3 of the Greenway PlansWe are just awaiting costings from Sustrans. The route goes from the Royal Pub to just after Pudsey Grammar School (see map below). Most of the route is intact with mostly only one landowner (Leeds City Council). … Continue reading Update March 2022
Message of support from Michael Portillo
We have received this great support statement from Michael, which hopefully will be of use when we eventually sort the next feasibility study for Phases 2/3. Well done Fiz, one of our supporters, for arranging this statement.
Latest News and Events, February 2022
LITTER PICKSPlanned litter picks of old railway route:Saturdays 19th Feb and 26th MarchMeet for both 10am bottom of South Parade (near disused railway bridge).Litter picking equipment provided.Advisable to bring your own gloves. TREE PLANTINGWe are planning an event before April to plant a number of saplings (different varieties) to improve wildlife habitation along the Greenway … Continue reading Latest News and Events, February 2022
Protect the ecology of Britain’s dismantled railways
An excellent article and video that highlights the threat to wildlife posed by the infilling of disused railway bridges. A petition has been set up which we're sure many of you will want to support:https://www.change.org/p/national-highways-protect-our-railway-heritage-from-highways-england-s-wrecking-ball/u/30096979 Click above to see article and watch video This is the exact threat we still have in Pudsey with possible … Continue reading Protect the ecology of Britain’s dismantled railways
Our community progress over the last 15 months
Use the link below to download a four-page summary highlighting progress during 2020. There has been lots going on, and we hope you find it of interest, especially for those who missed our AGM in November. gg-agm-25th-nov-2021-4-page-bookletDownload
Annual General Meeting and Campaign Update
Date: 25 November 2021 Venue: The Royal, Pudsey All welcome who have any interest in this community project - details below.
Great turnout and weather for our first guided walk of the proposed Greenway
This covered Phases 1/2 of the route from Mt Pleasant Road, near St Josephs School via Lowtown, Robin Lane, Carlisle Road, passing the Greenside tunnel entrance, then via Smalewell Road/ bridleway to the western tunnel entrance , Tyersal embankment to Black Hey Farm, walking back via Leeds Country Way to Smalewell Road. Around 25 residents … Continue reading Great turnout and weather for our first guided walk of the proposed Greenway