Dog-exercising fields at Welbeck Abbey -- all the latest Bassetlaw plans
New dog-exercising fields in the grounds of Welbeck Abbey feature in the latest batch of planning applications received by Bassetlaw District Council.
Work to create the two private fields for dog-walkers, complete with boundary fencing, shelters and a variety of obstacles, was completed at the end of June.
But then it was established that the change of use for the land, off Worksop Road in Holbeck, required planning permission.
So now, Welbeck Estates, which owns the 1.6-acre site, has submitted a retrospective application to the council.
The land sits within the grade II registered park and garden of Welbeck Abbey, opposite The Harley Art Gallery. It was previously redundant grassland with mature trees and had no specified use, apart from occasional grazing.
A heritage statement that accompanies the application says: “The change of use at the site is part of the ongoing diversification of the Welbeck Estate.
"It is non-intrusive, reversible and provides further public enjoyment and interaction with the park, while retaining the historic character of the parkland. It does not diminish or erode the significance of the park and garden.”
If the fields are rubber-stamped by the council, they will be open every day from 7 am to 4 pm. Dog-owners will be able to book time slots and pay for sessions online.
Car parking would be provided close to the nearby garden centre, with a walkway leading to the fields, accessed via a security code at the gate.
A maximum of only six dogs would be allowed in the exercise area at any one time. Poo-bags and a waste bin would be provided, but it would the owners’ responsibility to clean up after their pets and ensure they are properly supervised.
The council’s planning officers are currently considering the proposal and have set a deadline date of Wednesday, February 18 for a decision or recommendation.
Other planning applications received by Bassetlaw Council include these:
Retford Leisure Centre, Old Hall Drive, Retford – decarbonisation works to existing building, including new ground-floor plant enclosure at rear and new or upgraded mechanical and electrical equipment.
12 South View, Worksop – work to two cypress trees within conservation area.
2 Keyes Court, Mattersey Thorpe – conversion of dwelling to community hub centre.
Home Farm, Main Road, Bevercotes – demolish existing barns, erect three dwellings and construct new point of access.
Hall Farm, Bacon Lane, West Markham – conversion of existing threshing barn and dairy into a dwelling house with associated garage and ancillary living accommodation.
Rafters, Top Street, North Wheatley – work to apple tree within conservation area.
7 Minster Road, Misterton – erect single-storey flat-roof rear extension.
The Chestnuts, 92 Welham Road, Retford – fell horse chestnut tree covered by protection order.
Idlehouse, Rectory Lane, Gamston – work to various trees within conservation area.
49 Retford Road, Blyth – erect single-storey rear extension.
Springwood, Sparken Hill, Worksop – work to trees covered by protection order.
Bridge Place and Bridge Street, Worksop – lawful development certificate for replacement or installation of bins.
The Granary, Sheffield Rod, Blyth – remove tree within conservation area.
31 Styrrup Road, Harworth – build ground-floor side extension.
The Barn, Manor Farm, Town Street, Lound – partial demolition of existing outbuilding, and build new outbuilding/garages.
THE details of many planning applications can be found in public notices advertised by local and regional newspapers. To catch up on all the latest public notices, go to https://publicnoticeportal.uk/