Colchester City Council Preferred Options Local Plan Regulation 18 Consultation 2025
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Colchester City Council Preferred Options Local Plan Regulation 18 Consultation 2025
Policy PP43: Land North of Colchester Road, West Bergholt
Representation ID: 12716
Received: 12/01/2026
Respondent: Essex Bridleways Association
The three allocations in this area, including the land south of White Hart Lane and the adjacent sites, will have a significant cumulative impact on the rural landscape and the nearby village, particularly the allocation off the B1508. A positive trade‑off is essential. The wooded, green character of the area and the presence of two nearby livery yards highlight the need for safe, off‑road access. Together, the three allocations create a clear opportunity to deliver a strategic multi‑user route around and between the developments, linking Footpaths 7 and 4 and supporting walkers, cyclists, equestrians and the rural economy.
The three allocations in this area, including the land south of White Hart Lane and the adjacent sites, will have a significant cumulative impact on the rural landscape and the nearby village, particularly the allocation off the B1508. A positive trade‑off is essential. The wooded, green character of the area and the presence of two nearby livery yards highlight the need for safe, off‑road access. Together, the three allocations create a clear opportunity to deliver a strategic multi‑user route around and between the developments, linking Footpaths 7 and 4 and supporting walkers, cyclists, equestrians and the rural economy.
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Colchester City Council Preferred Options Local Plan Regulation 18 Consultation 2025
Policy PP44: Land off Colchester Road, West Bergholt
Representation ID: 12734
Received: 12/01/2026
Respondent: Essex Bridleways Association
This allocation sits beside a wooded landscape and the existing green park and play space. Footpath 32 runs just north of this area but, as a footpath, it cannot legally be used by equestrians. With two nearby livery yards relying on the very limited off‑road network, there is a clear need for safe, inclusive access. Development here provides an opportunity to upgrade Footpath 32 into a multi‑user route and extend it through the green space and around the edge of the site, creating a circular path. This would protect countryside access, support local businesses and deliver a meaningful public benefit.
This allocation sits beside a wooded landscape and the existing green park and play space. Footpath 32 runs just north of this area but, as a footpath, it cannot legally be used by equestrians. With two nearby livery yards relying on the very limited off‑road network, there is a clear need for safe, inclusive access. Development here provides an opportunity to upgrade Footpath 32 into a multi‑user route and extend it through the green space and around the edge of the site, creating a circular path. This would protect countryside access, support local businesses and deliver a meaningful public benefit.
Comment
Colchester City Council Preferred Options Local Plan Regulation 18 Consultation 2025
Policy PEP11 Land at Pattens Yard, West Bergholt
Representation ID: 12747
Received: 12/01/2026
Respondent: Essex Bridleways Association
This allocation is identified for employment use, but it sits directly on and around the existing stables and Public Footpath 4. The stables are an established rural business that contributes to the local economy, and Footpath 4 provides important countryside access for the community. Any employment development must therefore be designed to avoid harming the operation of the stables, the safety of riders, or the continuity and character of the PROW. These features are critical to the area’s rural identity, and development must protect them and, where possible, enhance access and the surrounding landscape.
This allocation is identified for employment use, but it sits directly on and around the existing stables and Public Footpath 4. The stables are an established rural business that contributes to the local economy, and Footpath 4 provides important countryside access for the community. Any employment development must therefore be designed to avoid harming the operation of the stables, the safety of riders, or the continuity and character of the PROW. These features are critical to the area’s rural identity, and development must protect them and, where possible, enhance access and the surrounding landscape.
