Existing and Recommended Views in the Neighbourhood Plan
The original Neighbourhood Plan (NP) pinpointed six significant views within the Parish. These views were identified based on community feedback and are visible from popular public footpaths in the area. They reflect the community's desire to preserve the scenic beauty of the Parish, including views across the Avon Valley, the rural charm of the village and its conservation area, and the accessible countryside adjacent to Birds Marsh Wood.
NP 2016 - The six original views within the Parish
Proposed New Views for the 2024 Neighbourhood Plan
The 2024 Landscape and Visual Review has proposed the following new views for consideration in the updated Neighbourhood Plan: These recommendations aim to enhance the existing views and provide residents with more opportunities to appreciate the natural beauty and heritage of the Parish.
- View from LBUR37 towards Kington Langley and Birds Marsh Woods.
- View from LBU32 between Manor Farm and The Steamer.
- View from LBU43 between Peckingell and East Thytherton.
- View from LBU10 towards St Giles, The bridge, and the Old Mill.
Views from 2016 Neighbourhood Plan
View 1
View 1 - Eastwards towards the Green Bridge and Bencroft Hill across the Avon Valley from land on the east side of the B4069 near Kilverts Parsonage, Footpath LBUR5
The original Neighbourhood Plan (NP) pinpointed this view based on community feedback. It is visible from popular public footpaths in the Parish and reflects the community's desire to preserve the scenic beauty of the area.
View 2
View 2 East across the Avon Valley from near Common Farm with the western end of the village on the left foreground, Footpath LBUR23 (a similar view is afforded from LBUR21)
This view was also identified in the original Neighbourhood Plan and represents the community's appreciation for the rural charm of the village and its surrounding landscape.
View 3
View 3 Northwards towards the village from the field north of Kilverts Parsonage driveway bordering the B4069 (from footpaths LBUR21 or LBUR23)
This view showcases the village from a unique perspective and highlights the community's desire to maintain the accessible open countryside adjacent to Birds Marsh Wood.
View 4
View 4 from the B4069 west and north west towards Bird’s Marsh
This view captures the beauty of the open countryside and emphasizes the importance of preserving the natural landscape for future generations.
View 5
View 5 - East towards St Giles and the raised Causeway from the meadow on the east side of the River Avon from LBUR7
This view highlights the historical significance of the Parish, including the raised section of Maud Heath’s Causeway across the flood plain.
View 6
View 6 - East North East towards Tytherton Lucas/Kellaways across River Avon - from Green Bridge Footpath LBUR 5
Your Feedback is Crucial to the Neighbourhood Plan Process!
Your insights and opinions play an essential role in shaping the future of our community through the Neighbourhood Plan. If you have any comments, suggestions, or questions regarding the Green Spaces outlined, we encourage you to share them.- Do you think there should be more protected views?
- Are the current views valid?