Join us in our efforts to protect Burford heritage and preserve the charm and community spirit that makes our town unique, especially as we navigate the challenges posed by WODC housing plans and Burford traffic problems.
We aim to build a strong sense of community, ensuring Burford remains a unique Cotswold town that both residents and visitors enjoy. Burford is distinguished by its 262 listed buildings, with the High Street boasting the highest percentage of listed properties in the country, including two Grade 1 listed buildings—all situated within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and a Conservation Area. Our priority is to protect Burford heritage for generations to come.
A proposal is on the table for 70 houses along Sheep Street, which includes a car and coach park, as part of the WODC's Local Plan. This Sheep Street development, situated in the Cotswold National Landscape, poses a threat to an ancient field significant for its historical value as the site of the Battle between the kings of Wessex and Mercia, which is honored by the Dragon Procession. The Burford housing plans will only worsen existing Burford traffic problems, potentially leading to a fourfold increase in the number of houses on Sheep Street, thereby escalating traffic congestion. If this proposal is approved, it could also prompt a review of the Cole's Field development in east Burford, further endangering efforts to protect Burford heritage.
There's a proposal for 70 houses as part of the Burford Housing Plans, including a car and coach park on Sheep Street. This Sheep Street development will exacerbate Burford traffic problems by introducing more cars and coaches into our already congested infrastructure. Our narrow streets were designed in the days of horses and carts, not for 15m long coaches. To protect Burford heritage, we need parking at the top of the hill, adjacent to the A40.
We'd love to talk with Burford residents about their thoughts on future developments in the Town, particularly regarding the Sheep Street development and its potential impact on Burford traffic problems. Join us at the Warwick Hall on Monday and Thursday between 3pm and 4pm, where we will also discuss how to protect Burford heritage.