We are pleased to announce that the feasibility report into phase one of Greenside Greenway has now been completed by Sustrans. This was funded by local community donations and contributions from Historical Railway Estates, and both Leeds and Bradford Councils. Thank you to everyone that contributed, both in terms of finance and support.The detailed report … Continue reading Update September 2021
Planning objection submitted
The group have submitted an objection to the current planning application for the two semi-detached houses currently being built. You will see from the objection statement below, that we are not against the building of the houses, just that thought needs to be put into how the retaining wall is constructed so that it would … Continue reading Planning objection submitted
Update February 2021
Greenside Greenway Community Group have now received phase 1 Feasibility Study report commissioned by Sustrans. This details the practicalities and benefits of constructing a Greenway route utilising Greenside Tunnel and Tyersal Embankment. The report also includes description of other proposed phases linking to nearby Spen Valley Greenway, and in the opposite direction to Lowtown and … Continue reading Update February 2021
Greenside Greenway object to new planning application
The developers building houses on the site adjoining the railway cutting leading to the Greenside Tunnel have submitted a new planning application to build two semi detatched houses instead of the previously approved single detached house. Greenside Greenway have submitted an objection on the grounds that this would make the use of the cutting for … Continue reading Greenside Greenway object to new planning application
Greenside tunnel and route featured in new video from Adventure Me
Take a look at the linked video. It shows a lot of the proposed route, and Greenside Greenway even gets a mention. Thanks Darren! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XRugxhwfdvk&feature=youtu.be
Visit with Tong councillors
Last week, David, Martin, and Gary from the Greenside Greenway group met with Tong councillors Kausar Mukhtar and Alan Wainwright to show them the proposed route of the Greenway. While the greenway will sit predominantly in the Pudsey ward, routes that connect to it will pass through the Tong ward. Both Alan and Kausar were … Continue reading Visit with Tong councillors
Campaign Update – May 2020
In these unprecedented times, some good news can work wonders, so here it is! On 9th March, the Greenside Greenway group held our AGM at the Royal in Pudsey. Over 40 people packed into the top room to hear updates on the project and our plans for the upcoming year. Main highlights from the past … Continue reading Campaign Update – May 2020
Annual General Meeting 2020
MONDAY 9th MARCH 2020, 7.30pm. Venue: THE ROYAL HOTEL, STATION STREET PUDSEY This is a public meeting and all are welcome to attend. Among the business to be conducted, the AGM will: consider reports from existing Committee members: Chair; Treasurer; Publicity officer. This will included detailed updates on all our activities this year.Proposal to apply for charity status … Continue reading Annual General Meeting 2020
Full Infill Planning Permission Refused
This weekend saw a big step forward in our plans for the Greenside Greenway. The full infill application, that would have scuppered the whole project, was refused by Leeds City Council. The two official documents outlining the reasons for refusal can be found at the links below. Officer Report Refusal of Planning Permission Despite the … Continue reading Full Infill Planning Permission Refused
We’re in The Squeaker
Thank you to The Squeaker for allowing us to let local people know about our campaign. If you haven't had it through the door, you can view it online here. We're on pages 40-41.
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