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Linkinhorne Parish Plan

2002

1. The Parish of Linkinhorne 3 2. Objectives 4 3. Methodology 4 Includes Glossary

4. Employment 6 At-Home Working, IT Facilities, Distance Learning, Local Employment, Siting of Businesses, Visual Impact of Local Businesses.

5. Housing 8 Low-Cost Housing for Local Families, Infill Housing, Off-Road Parking.

6. Transport & Highways 10 Bus Service, Bus Shelters, Vehicle Speeds, Cattle Grid, Safety of Non-Vehicular Road Users, Heavy Goods Vehicles, On-Road Parking, the School Run.

7. Countryside & Landscape 13 Preservation of Existing Landscape, Mine Buildings, Moorland Ranger.

8. The Village Environment 15 Unspoilt Villages, Signage and Advertising, Lighting, Linkinhorne as Conservation Area, Litter & Dog Mess, Garages at Upton Cross & Darley Ford, Overhead Wires.

9. Tourism 18 Use of Existing Accommodation, Tourism & the Environment, Caravans and Campsites.

10. Recreation & Leisure 20 Cricket Field, Facilities for teenagers, Circular Walks Off Road, Play Area at Rilla Mill.

11. Community Services 22 Primary School, Parish & Village Halls, Multi-functional Hall, GP Facility, Prescription Collection, Public Conveniences, Copying, Laminating, Fax, Link, Adult Education, Recycling, Farmers Market, Pre-School.

12. Environmental Change 25 Excess Surface Water, River Flooding, Windmills

Map of the Parish 26 Index to Photographs 27 Funding Acknowledgements, Contact Details.

Contents

Linkinhorne Parish Plan 2

1.01 The parish of Linkinhorne is situated in South East Cornwall within the Caradon District Council area. Caradon encompasses the area from the Tamar River (the border between Devon and Cornwall) westwards as far as the River Fowey. Linkinhorne is the most northerly of the parishes. 1.02 Linkinhorne parish covers an area of 3207 hectares with a population density of 0.47 per hectare. The western part of the parish reaches to the wild landscape of Bodmin Moor. As you travel eastward you come down into lush green valleys with good quality agricultural land. The River Lynher bisects the parish from North West to South East and the River Inney forms part of its most northern border. The rich diversity of landscape and environment makes this parish extremely attractive to all who live in it and visit it. 1.03 Linkinhorne is a very rural parish with no main town or village. Instead it has six villages:- Bray Shop (part of), Henwood, Linkinhorne, Minions, Rilla Mill and Upton Cross, although the lack of facilities in

Bray Shop, Henwood and Linkinhorne may mean that these should not be called villages. There are also numer-ous hamlets scattered through-out the parish of which Caradon Town, Darley, Plusha-bridge, Rillaton and Treovis are but a few. 1.04 Lack of a range of facilities in the parish means many residents travel to nearby towns for shops and services, as well as employ-ment. Liskeard is 6 miles distant and Launceston about 10 miles. Callington is from 4 miles. The city of Plymouth at about 20 miles is the nearest large shopping centre and contains the areas main hospital. 1.05 Facilities Bray Shop v Chapel v Telephone Kiosk Henwood v Telephone Kiosk Linkinhorne v Church and burial ground v Public house v Bus once a week v Telephone Kiosk Minions v Post Office/Stores v Tearoom v Public House v Bus service and shelter v Public car parks for moors v Heritage Centre v Telephone Kiosk Rilla Mill v Post Office/Stores v Public House v Village hall v Recreation Field v Church and burial ground v Bus service and bus

shelter v Pre-School v Sheltered accommodation v Garage/Petrol Station v Cheese Farm/Shop v Telephone Kiosk


1. The Parish of Linkinhorne

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Upton Cross v Post Office/Stores v School v Church and burial ground v Public House v Sterts Arts & Environmental

Centre v Bus service v Sheltered accommodation v Parish Hall v Recreation field v Play equipment v Community Library v Monthly farmers market v Recycling Area v Public Conveniences v Telephone Kiosk 1.06 There are only two main roads in the parish. These are classified as ‘B’ roads and are often single lane in places. The B3254 Liskeard to Launceston road bisects the parish from North to South and the B3257 Callington to Altarnun cuts across the top of the parish. Throughout the rest of the parish is a maze of narrow, winding roads more suited to the horse traffic of bygone days than modern motor vehicles. 1.07 The estimated population of Linkinhorne parish is 1515 (1998). The parish has experi-enced a steady growth of 15.6% from 1981. In 2000, the Parish Survey, which was returned by 38.5% of parishioners, indicated that the population has a predominance of people in the 41 to 65yrs age group, (38% in survey and 25.5% in 1991 census), the national average being around 20%.

In December 1999 the Linkinhorne Parish Council (LPC) held a Public Meeting in the parish. At this meeting it was decided to carry out a parish appraisal or survey to find out how the residents of the parish felt about local issues such as housing, education, employment, roads, shops, entertainment, etc. A hard-working group of volunteers decided on the questions and the survey went

v To secure the adoption as

Supplementary Planning Guidance of the measures identified by the community to improve and enhance the quality of the built environment

v To provide a voice for the

community in the prioritisation and implementation of measures to improve the living environs.

v To provide mechanisms to

inform and influence the decisions of statutory bodies, agencies, individuals and organisations with due regard to community priorities and local needs.

v To set out an achievable

and long-term vision for the future and to establish priorities for action within the community and

2. Objectives

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To set out a vision of what is important, how new development can

best be fitted in, how to preserve valued local features and to map

out facilities which the community needs to

safeguard for the future.

Rural White Paper

3. Methodology

out in the summer of 2000. After many further hours of voluntary work and with the assistance of the Cornwall Rural Community Council and Caradon District Council the results of this survey were published in the summer of 2001. At the same time the government announced the Vital Villages project. Part of this included grant funding to allow parishes to create their own parish plan. For the first time, the local residents were to be encouraged to state how they wanted their area to develop. It was indicated that these plans could be incorporated as Supplementary Planning Guidance (SPG) in the Local Plan or Local Development Framework, as well as containing community strategies and action plans. In July 2001 another Public Meeting was held and from this meeting a Steering Group was formed to carry the idea forward. The group was

representative of many localities and interests within the parish such as, farming, business, the arts and the Parish Council. It also included some members from the Parish Survey group. The group has worked in close co-operation with Caradon District Council and has received the invaluable assistance of Dave Edmondson, who is not only an officer in the Forward Planning, Countryside & Leisure Services section of the District Council, but also a local resident. Assistance has also been sought from the Cornwall Rural Community Council. Issues were identified from the parish appraisal and policies within the Caradon Local Plan were looked at to see how they could be enhanced specific to the parish and its priorities. It was then decided that, as the first appraisal had gone out in the Summer of 2000, it


To establish a vision of this parish for the future

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was necessary to update the issues and concerns. Although actions had been forthcoming from the first appraisal, some issues had not been mentioned. New problems and opportunities had also arisen. In order to give every member of the community a chance to express their opinion and to increase awareness of the issues, it was decided to send out another brief one-page postal survey. By doing this everyone in the parish has had an opportunity to contribute their opinions and experience, not once, but twice. Such surveys were considered the best way of involving those who are not normally able or willing to participate in parish affairs. One important aspect of this plan is therefore to increase public awareness and fully involve our community in its preparation. This has been achieved by the following means:- v Every household received

a comprehensive parish appraisal in the summer of 2000.

v Every household received a summary of the appraisal report and the issues this had raised.

v Full reports were widely available throughout the parish.

v Everyone was invited to a public meeting on Parish Plans.

v There have been articles in the Link, the parish magazine on the plan and what it may achieve.

v The Parish Council Annual Newsletter has twice featured Parish Plans.

v There have been regular

updates on the progress of the Steering Group in Link

v Reports of the Steering Group activities and draft documents have been available on the Parish Web Site.

v In the spring of 2002 every household received a ‘mini-survey’ to update issues.

v The draft plan has been available on the web site and the exhibitions have been well publicised.

v Every household has received a summary of the plan.

Following the ‘mini-survey’ the issues were updated and the priorities for action discussed. Groups and authorities capable of moving the actions forward were identified. Realistic time scales were set.

Following the extensive community consultation and based on information obtained through surveys, research and community participation, the steering group produced the draft plan. An exhibition of this plan was widely advertised and displayed in Upton Cross and Rilla Mill as well as on the web site. Following amendments as a result of this consultation this document was published in August 2002 and a summary of it sent to every household. The publication of the plan is not the end of the story. If this is simply put on a shelf to gather dust, the whole process will have failed. Throughout the following chapters there are tables listing actions that could follow. It is up to everyone in the community to push these actions forward so that the vision we all have for the future of this parish will be realised.

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Quotations in speech boxes are taken from

parishioners comments made in the surveys

conducted.

GLOSSARY

CCC Cornwall County Council CDC Caradon District Council LPC Linkinhorne Parish Council SPG Supplementary Planning Guidance IT Information Technology

I would like to work from home, possibly part-time.

4.01. According to the Parish Survey 45% of respondents are in full time employment with 10% in part time employment and 2% are seeking employment. 4.02. We asked where people in the parish work. The 32% working within the parish is pleasing. It is felt that working within the parish, whether at home or in small local businesses, should be encouraged. This is in accordance with current government policy which is attempting to reduce the use of the motor car and its impact upon the environment. 4.03. Although not many people felt strongly on the issue of home working, over 62% thought that the promotion of at-home working was important or worth doing. This is also linked to the need to provide the education and the technological facilities, to enable people to have the expertise to take advantage of these opportunities. 4.04. We would therefore wish to support the employment of parishioners within the parish. Opportunities to increase teleworking and the necessary IT training, so that people can work from home, should be encouraged. The reasons for supporting such a policy are: v Reduction in journeys on

local roads. v Narrow parish roads

unsuitable for large numbers of vehicles.

v Sustainability – less reliance on fossil fuels.

v Reduction in vehicles produces roads that are safer for walkers and other road users.

v People are more likely to use the local shops and facilities if they do not have to travel out of the parish.

4.05. When asked how important the provision of a distance learning facility via computer was, 67% of respondents thought this was an issue that was important or worthwhile. Again 67% thought the provision of a loan facility for students and for distance learning was important or worthwhile. This facility has been provided in rural areas by various agencies such as schools, adult education, parish and district councils as well as community centres. Currently there is a facility to use a computer and receive some tuition at the Community Library within the Primary School, but as this is only open for limited hours it cannot meet the needs of most students. Possibilities for distance learning with computer loans need to be investigated. 4.06. Other forms of employment thought to be most appropriate to the parish were agriculture and horticulture, small craft workshops and tourism and leisure. Local Business Development 4.07. Whilst we would like to encourage all local business, it can sometimes be the case that a business can outgrow a village location, or additional action has to be taken to ensure the premises remain acceptable within a residential location. 4.08. Where an existing planning permission for industrial or business premises

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4. Employment

Any new small industries, craft workshops, etc. should

be in redundant farm buildings or within existing

buildings 12 respondents


THE ISSUES 1. Promotion of at-home

working 2. A need for IT facilities

and tuition in the parish

3. A need for facilities for distance learning

4. A need for local em-ployment to reduce commuting

5. Appropriate siting of any new business so that it does not cause friction with the residential community

6. Local businesses creating ‘eyesores’

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restrictions mentioned in Caradon Local Plan Policy EM12. 4.14. It must be acknowledged that within the parish of Linkinhorne there are many small businesses that make a valuable contribution to employment and tourism. The challenge is to increase the number of businesses and opportunities for employment without harming the environment, the quality of life, or without putting strains on the infrastructure.

lapses or upgrading is sought, permission should only be granted if due consideration is given to the amenity and visual impact within the village environment. The traffic generated and effects of the development upon general road safety must also be addressed. (Further to Policy EM1 of the Caradon Local Plan). 4.09. 55% of survey respondents indicated that they thought the edges of villages were the best places for small workshop development, whilst 27% preferred to see them in the countryside. Other respondents mentioned locating developments in redundant farm buildings. The Caradon Local Plan indicates these workshops should be adjacent to groups of buildings and comply with Policy EM3 (i) to (iv). In addition, we would like to add the policy statement in the next paragraph. 4.10. Approval for small workshops should only be given if the design of the structure complements that of

adjacent buildings. It is felt that within the parish of Linkinhorne, if approval is given for small workshops, they should be as single units. 4.11. Local business needs the support of the community and any possibility of friction should be eliminated at the planning stage. Particular care needs to be taken about the siting of businesses that may generate extra traffic on country lanes. The impact of heavy vehicles on such lanes can be considerable. 4.12. The Parish would support the principle of the conversion of existing buildings into small workshop premises in the countryside, in suitable locations, as in Caradon Local Plan Policy EM7, with the object of generating employment within the parish or in villages. (Further to Policy EM5 of the Caradon Local Plan). 4.13. The Parish supports the principle of small-scale home-based businesses contained within existing buildings, it is felt that this is preferable to new build, given the

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THE VISION FOR THE FUTURE

1,5,6. Encouragement and support of all appropri-ate employment opportunities within the parish.

2,3. Ensure everyone has the opportunity to get the training they need, especially in informa-tion technology

4. An increase in the number of people having the option of being able to work from home.

Vision Action Partners Time

1,5,6. Encouragement and support of all appropriate employ-ment opportunities within the parish.

Request CDC to include Para-graphs 4.08, 4.10, 4.12, 4.13, as a SPG to the Local Plan or Local Development Framework.

LPC and CDC. Short to medium term.

2,3. Ensure everyone has the opportunity to get the training they need, especially in information technology.

Increase opportunities for computer training, distance learn-ing and access to computers in the parish.

LPC in consultation with CDC, Adult Education Centres, Parish/Village Hall Committees, Library Service and local Colleges.

Medium term.

4. An increase in the number of people having the option of being able to work from home.

CDC and CCC to establish and maintain a list of trained personnel able and willing to accept at-home employment using internet technol-ogy. To find companies willing to offer opportunities in this field.

LPC lobbying the principal authorities. Working with Learning Skills Council, Connexions, Cornwall Enterprise.

Lobby-ing short term, results long term.


5.01. Throughout the parish there is a total of just under 670 dwellings and 33% of survey respondents have lived in the parish for less than 5 years. This would indicate mobility in the housing market.

5.02. 6% of respondents in the parish were in need of alternative accommodation and another 10% would need another place within five years. Their preferences for type of accommodation covered a wide range, but 56% wanted to purchase with the remainder looking to rent. 63 % felt any new homes should be built within the villages. 5.03. The Caradon Local Plan has endeavoured to keep a tight control over houses built in the countryside in order to protect the environment. There are development boundaries drawn around Henwood, Minions, Rilla Mill and Upton Cross. In these villages there are very few infill plots left, therefore there is not much scope for the construction of new dwellings in the parish. 5.04. The major area of concern is that there is not enough low-cost housing for local people to rent or purchase. Also the number of small properties is being reduced as people extend the old traditional cottages. Recent infill sites in villages have tended to be purchased for the construction of the larger executive-type housing. 5.05. A total of 61% of respondents thought that a low-cost local-needs housing development on the outskirts of either Upton Cross, Rilla

Mill or Bray Shop was important or worth doing. 5.06. Affordable local-needs housing in the parish of Linkinhorne will be supported. If any site can accommodate more than one dwelling a percentage should be affordable housing. 5.07. Any further infill in Linkinhorne Parish should be limited to low-cost housing secured, where appropriate, in perpetuity for occupation by local people. Design should be commensurate with the indigenous architecture and comply with the principles of sustainability/energy efficiency. Small cottage-type dwellings are felt to be most appropriate. 5.08. Low-cost housing for local people can be achieved by working with a housing trust. Such houses would be available for rent or purchase, but the housing trust always retains a percentage share of the equity of the property to ensure the property stays within the affordable range and available for local people. 5.09. The scale of any new infill proposals should be in keeping with the existing buildings in the area. There should be a good balance between buildings and gardens. 5.10. In order for a community to be vibrant and active, it is necessary to retain young families with children. If such families are priced out of the market the school and the community will suffer. Many small dwellings have now been extended and are no longer available to people at the bottom of the housing market.

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5. Housing

THE ISSUES

1. No more development wanted.

2. Small ‘starter’ homes whether old or new being extended and go-ing out of the ‘starter’ price range.

3. No low-cost housing available for local families

4. New dwellings being in the higher price range


There is not enough affordable housing for local people, especially

the young Comment by 19 respondents

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necessary to produce a village design statement. However should circumstances change in the future and development boundaries alter or disappear, it would be considered top priority for the local community to develop a design statement before any development commences.


v A diversity of hous-

ing that comple-ments the environ-ment and respects the historical heri-tage of the area

v New housing limited to village infill with the exception of:-

v A small development of affordable housing specifically for local people

A diversity of housing size is essential. Cottage-style dwellings are complementary to the indigenous architecture of the area. There is no reason why low cost housing should be of poor architectural design. 5.11. Any new-build, especially if it is on the site of a demolished dwelling, must respect the scale of the original building and reflect the best of the indigenous architecture of the area. 5.12. Due to the very small number of infill sites that are available it is not thought

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1,2. A diversity of hous-ing that complements the environment and respects the historical heritage of the area. New housing limited to village infill.

Request CDC to include Paragraphs 5.06, 5.07, 5.09, 5.11 as a SPG to the Local Plan or Local Development Framework.

Parish Council and District Council.

Short to medium term.

3,4. A small development of affordable housing specifically for local people.

Determine the actual need for low-cost local housing and then contact a Housing Trust.

Parish Council.

Short term to identify the need, if a project proceeds it can be 2 to 3 years to completion.


1. A diversity of

housing that complements the environment and respects the historical heritage of the area

2. New housing limited to village infill with the exception of:-

3,4. A small development of affordable housing specifically for local people


We must have affordable housing to keep young families in the parish.

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6.01 In common with the rest

6.01. In common with the rest of the county Linkinhorne parish is interlaced with many miles of narrow winding roads. 6.02. The survey revealed that the majority of house-holds rely on the car for transport. However, this very reliance on the car is produc-ing more and more problems. In our second survey 59% of the additional comments were about parking, traffic and highways problems. The issues are numerous as can be seen by the panel at the side. 6.03. In the parish survey 90% of households stated that they did not use the public bus service. However, 59% of these said that they would use the bus service if it met their needs. A further Public Transport Survey conducted by the Parish Council gave more details of the types of service that were needed. As a consequence of this a new regular service was initiated in May 2001 that served Rilla Mill. This also improved the service for Minions and Upton Cross. Further to the report written by the Parish Council a commuter service was added to these routes in the autumn of 2001. However as recent events have proved the situation is fluid!. 6.04. The Parish supports the availability of and importance attached to local bus services operating in the Parish. 6.05. The Parish supports in principle the provision of a community bus or a similar scheme capable of operating on a flexible basis to comple-ment the existing bus network, possibly including linkages with adjoining parishes.

6.06. The promotion of the public bus service and any other public transport schemes is in accordance with govern-ment policy (PPG13) v to reduce growth in the

length and number of motorised journeys

v encourage alternative means of travel which have less environmental impact, and hence:

v reduce reliance on private motor cars.

6.07. The provision of an effective and widespread public transport service coun-teracts social exclusion. This frequently occurs in rural areas where people do not have their own vehicles. 6.08. The Parish also supports the development/promotion of car-sharing schemes within the community. 6.09. In the first survey the two main locations identified for a bus shelter were Rilla Mill and Upton Cross. As a result of the survey and the generous offer of a suitable piece of land from a resident in Rilla Mill, the parish council have now erected a bus shelter at Rilla Mill, with the assistance of a grant from the Country-side Agency. Once the traffic calming scheme at Upton Cross has been finalised a site for a bus shelter there will be investigated. 6.10. The long-term solution to the problem of speeding traffic is for it to be consid-ered anti-social and for there to be an accepted maximum speed on country roads which it is unsafe and unsociable to exceed. Although speed limits may be imposed there are not the resources available to

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6. Transport & Highways

THE ISSUES

1. Inadequate or non-existent bus service

2. Bus shelters needed 3. Many roads and

corners too narrow 4. Drivers driving too

fast for road conditions

5. Junctions that were difficult to exit

6. A cattle grid needed near Henwood

7. Roads not safe for walkers, cyclists or horse riders

8. Heavy goods vehicles using narrow country lanes

9. On-road parking 10. The school run


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There are no dangerous roads, only drivers who do not drive according

to road conditions.

monitor the compliance with

monitor the compliance with these speed limits. An additional concern in a rural area is that any highway restrictions or warnings come with a plethora of road signs which in themselves can be considered an additional visual pollution of the rural environ-ment. 6.11. The Parish supports in principle sensitively designed and locally acceptable measures to secure reductions in traffic speeds and promote responsible driving in appropri-ate rural and village locations. 6.12. A major area of concern is that of speeding traffic at Upton Cross. The junction has poor visibility and the school is directly on the B3254. Follow-ing pressure from both the Parish Council and the School a scheme is now being developed. The Parish Council has already arranged one open meeting on this subject and will apply the above principle to the proposals. 6.13. The first survey showed that an overwhelming majority wanted a cattle grid in the area of Henwood. This would complete the circle of grids preventing animals straying off the moors, and in this location down to the B3254. Consider-able difficulty is being experienced in finding a suitable location. 6.14. The Parish supports measures to reduce the potential for unattended livestock straying onto Public Highways in areas of enclosed farmland. 6.15. It is felt that Quiet Lanes are an important way forward in emphasising that highways are for all forms of travel and not just for motorised

vehicles. Such lanes would make safer routes for walkers and horse riders and could be used to link up circular routes with public rights of way. 6.16. Therefore the Parish supports the initiative for Quiet Lanes and would be willing to assess and review the implementation of Quiet Lanes within the parish, at a future date, as appropriate. 6.17. The parish will consider supporting alternative routes for non-motorised traffic, especially routes that provide access to facilities, where this is possible and feasible.

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1. An adequate public transport system providing a realistic option for commuters in all areas of the parish

2. Bus shelters provided where needed

3,4,5. A reduction in vehicle speed throughout the parish appropriate to the nature of the parish roads

6. Installation of a cattle grid near Henwood to complete the circle of the moors

7. Alternative safe routes for non-motorised traffic

8. A reduction of heavy goods vehicles using country lanes

9. Reduction in on-road parking

10. Alternatives provided to reduce the impact of ‘the school run’

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6.18 Measures to divert heavy goods vehicles to more appro-priate roads will be supported. 6.19. On-road parking is an issue throughout the parish as the older dwellings do not have provision for vehicles and many households now have two cars. People not using the parking facility they have can

also exacerbate the problem. 6.20. Appropriate support will be given for suitable measures to reduce the instance of un-satisfactory or inappropriate parking. New dwellings must have adequate off-road park-ing for residents and visitors cars.

6.21 There is concern about the volume of traffic gener-ated by the ‘school run’ and lack of alternative options.

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THE VISION ACTION PARTNERS TIME

1. An adequate bus service providing a realistic option for commuters.

Liaison with County Council and local omnibus companies to improve the service specific to requirements. Then ensure it is adequately publicised. Examination of innovative schemes for remote areas.

LPC, CCC, Local bus companies and parish magazine. East Cornwall Rural Transport Project (ECRTP).

Some services achieved, further services dependant upon indicated demand.

2. Bus shelters provided where needed.

Identification of suitable sites and erection of bus shelters at Rilla Mill and Upton Cross (after traffic scheming works implemented).

Parish Council after liaison with County Council and local residents who may be affected.

Shelter at Rilla Mill already in place. Shelter for Upton Cross to be actioned.

3,4,5. A reduction in vehicle speed throughout the parish.

Liaise with CCC, CDC, PC, Constabulary, for appropriate measures to reduce speeds.

CCC, CDC, LPC, Constabulary.

Medium to long term.

6. Installation of a cattle grid near Henwood to complete the circle of the moors.

Installation of cattle grid to the west of Henwood.

CCC and CDC, following consultations with LPC.

As soon as a suitable site can be found.

7. Alternative safe routes for non-motorised traffic.

A survey to be undertaken to determine need & possible routes that are priorities. The negotiations with relevant landowners for permissive rights. Work on gates, stiles & surfaces.

The Public Rights of Way Committee, working in liaison with the CDC Countryside Officer, and CCC.


8. A reduction of heavy goods vehicles using country lanes

LPC to liaise with Constabulary and CCC, also contractors

LPC, CCC, Constabulary, Contractors

Medium term.

9. A reduction in on-road parking.

Liaise with CCC, CDC,Constabulary regarding existing & new provision of facilities to reduce on-road parking. CDC to adopt the policy in paragraph 6.20

CC County Surveyor, CDC, Constabulary, LPC.

Long term.

10. Alternatives to reduce the impact of ‘the school run’.

Thorough investigation of alternative means of providing routes/transport to school.

PTA, LEA, CCC, Governors, LPC.

Medium to long term.


Off-road parking needed in all villages

7.01. The natural beauty of the landscape of the parish of Linkinhorne is, for most of the inhabitants, one of the main reasons that they chose to live in the parish. In the parish survey 69 different comments were made about features that parishioners felt should be given special protection. 7.02. In order to preserve the beauty of the landscape we feel there should be additional policies covering the parish of Linkinhorne that restrict any development that would be detrimental to the visual amenities of the area. 7.03. Over the last decades large amounts of natural moorland have been lost, thus causing a reduction in this special environment and the life forms that it supports. Overstocking can cause a serious disturbance of the natural and fragile ecological balance of the moor-lands. 7.04. Proposals/schemes designed to promote the retention and conservation of the moor and open/unenclosed character of common land shall be encouraged. Measures to reduce/remove overstocking on unenclosed common land will be supported. 7.05. Moorland and hilltops are a very prominent part of the scenery within the parish and any development close to or on the skyline can be seen for many miles. Controls need to be exercised in order to preserve the views of the area as one of great landscape value. 7.06. Any proposals for development that are in close proximity to, or on the skyline will not receive support.

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7. Countryside & Landscape

THE ISSUES

MAJOR ISSUE 1. Preservation of the

existing landscape Other Issues 2. Preservation of mine

buildings 3. Moorland ranger


I feel the area is natural and unspoilt and it should be kept

that way.

Give special protection to the mine buildings

and ruins on the moor.

View to Sharp Tor above Henwood

should remain un-spoilt from every

aspect.

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7.07. Any development of the moor-lands is contrary to all policies relating to the conservation of this area and ultimately leads to a further reduction of this unique environment. 7.08. Controls to ensure planning permission is not normally granted for any development on common land without the prior consent of the Secretary of State should be rigidly adhered to. There should be a general presumption against development on common land. 7.09 Excessive human impact on environmentally sensitive areas such as moor-land can have a considerable detrimental effect on such areas. 7.10. Measures for land management and in particular access of people to the Countryside which reduce the environmental impact of human activity in rural areas, especially those subject to special landscape designations, will be supported. 7.11. It is also felt important that the indigenous/characteristic features of the landscape are maintained and retained. 7.12. Regarding District Local Plan Policy T6 the Parish Plan further seeks the replacement of dry stone walls and established planted hedgerows on a ‘like for like’ basis in addition to the Policy reference to Cornish Hedges. 7.13. Limited conservation work has been undertaken on the industrial heritage of the area, weather and human interference are causes for deterioration over the

decades. If no work is under-taken the mine buildings as seen will cease to exist within another generation or two, especially if human access to the area is increased. Many parishioners indicated their concern for the preservation of the mine buildings, although there were also concern that such preservation was done in a sensitive manner. 7.14. The parish supports the need to conserve the area’s unique architectural and archaeological heritage, in particular former mine buildings/structures. 7.15. The Parish supports the designation of Caradon Hill area as an element of the Cornish World Heritage Site, in relation to its mining history and heritage. 7.16. This parish’s unique mining heritage, prehistory and history are widely recognised. Any moves taken to protect and maintain this heritage for future generations

are considered worthy of support. 7.17. More than 72% of respon-dents considered that the em-ployment of a Moorland Ranger was important or worth doing. It was felt this was needed to control litter and illegal dumping on the moors, to advise on public access, to report straying animals and to prevent the misuse of the moors by motorised vehicles.

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1. A beautiful landscape preserved for future generations

2. Preservation of our historical heritage - heading towards the future without losing a sense of the past.

3. A Moorland Ranger to protect the moor



1,2. A beautiful landscape preserved for future generations and preservation of our historical heritage.

Caradon District Council to adopt the policies in paragraphs 7.04, 7.06, 7.08, 7.10, 7.12, 7.14, 7.15, as a Supplementary Planning Guidance to the Local Plan or Local Development Framework.

Caradon District Council and the Parish Council.

Acceptance procedure short term. Publica-tion of Supple-mentary Plan-ning Guidance medium term.

3. A Moorland Ranger to protect the moor-lands.

Area to be designated as sensitive and moorland ranger appointed, as Countryside & Rights of Way Act 2000.

Caradon District Council.

Medium term.

The whole Lynher area should be protected from

exploitative agriculture and urban industrial development

Please do not try to urbanise the area. If people choose to

live in the country they should accept things as they are.

Stop the motor-bikes and four-wheel drive vehicles destroying the moor-land

environment

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8.01. The Caradon Local Plan acknowledges that “in order to preserve the attraction of South East Cornwall, it is essential to conserve and enhance the character of its settlements.” The Parish of Linkinhorne is fortunate that it did not suffer too much from the rapid expansion in housing in the 1960s and 1970s which produced many inappropriate dwellings that bore no resemblance to the indigenous architecture. Although there are some examples of this type of architecture, villages such as Henwood and Linkinhorne have remained largely unspoilt. 8.02. Cornwall has its own unique architecture developed over the decades in response to the climate, local materials and needs of the population. Such indigenous architecture blends in with the landscape rather than sitting prominently on it. 8.03. Proposals for develop-ment in Conservation Areas should reflect the traditional and historic nature of the settlements, including the use of indigenous materials and architecture that reflects these materials and the environs. 8.04. The increase in the number of signs of various types is an encroaching visual pollution of rural areas. It is felt that signage should be kept to a minimum and should not intrude upon the environ-ment. 61% of respondents would prefer to retain the traditional wooden signpost and name posts which are less intrusive in the landscape. 8.05. The parish supports any regulation of the number,

form and size of signage, especially in areas with special landscape and conservation designation. 8.06. Although the parish does not currently suffer from inappropriate advertisements, we feel policies should be in place to prevent this happen-ing in the future. 8.07. Additional to Policy EV14 of the Caradon Local Plan it is felt that shop fronts and advertisements should be compatible with and comple-mentary to the environs of which they are a part. 8.08. Lighting is always an issue in the country with many objecting to the increasing light pollution from bright lights on private dwellings. The majority seem to feel that lights are an intrusion of the night sky and should be limited to towns. On our most recent survey 33% of those who answered the question considered it was a problem. On the other hand a small number, possibly the elderly, are requesting lighting in Upton Cross, Rilla Mill and Woodland Rise. 8.09. In accordance with the opinions of the majority, we would state that the ‘lighting-up’ of the countryside leads to an inappropriate and unacceptable urban effect in areas of Great Landscape Value and Conservation Areas. Light pollution can be intrusive and confusing to livestock and the naturally occurring wild life. 8.10. Provision included in the design of proposals for new development which incorpo-rate external lighting, should be such as to reduce the

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8. The Village Environment

THE ISSUES

1. Villages should not be spoilt

2. Signage and advertising should be controlled

3. The lighting debate 4. Linkinhorne village as

a Conservation Area 5. Litter & dog mess 6. Upton Cross cross

roads and Darley Ford 7. Overhead wires


Light pollution is an increasing problem in

country hamlets

Take down all excess road signs

Concerned about the quality & quantity of buses etc. at Darley Ford, not an asset to

the parish

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potential for light pollution, particularly in prominent/sensitive locations and/or rural areas. 8.11. The villages of Henwood and Minions are Conservation Areas as is a large part of Rilla Mill. The one other village that has remained quite unspoilt is Linkinhorne itself. In the survey 60% felt that this hamlet should also be a Conservation Area in order to protect its unique character and special place as the birth-place of the parish. Of the persons who responded to this question twelve lived in or very near to Linkinhorne and 75% of these were in favour of a Conservation Area. 8.12. Litter and dog mess is a subject that some people feel very strongly about. 70% of respondents thought dog faeces bins were needed and 70% also wanted litter bins. Again some people do not want to see bins all over the place and there is also the opinion that litter bins tend to generate rubbish, especially if in car parks or lay-bys as peo-ple will clear out their cars whilst there. 8.13. Minions and some nearby hamlets, being completely open moorland village, have their own litter problems. Any refuse put out for collection is frequently broken open by sheep and other animals before it is collected. The prevailing weather can ensure that this litter is spread far and wide. 8.14. Both surveys have contained a great many remarks, from people all over the parish, about the appearance caused by the lack of screening at garages at

Darley Ford and Upton Cross. Whilst it is appreciated that anyone in small business does not have the time or the finance for items that they do not consider a priority, in these days of litigation it is important that they are seen to take the proper measures to protect their property. It is now possible that some funding may be available for environmental improvements and this is an avenue that will be explored. 8.15. In the recent survey concern was expressed at what seems to be the increasing number of poles and wires. This is especially noticeable in the open moor-land situation of Minions where there are few trees to hide such structures. However, although Minions is mentioned this is a problem in all villages. 8.16. Existing overhead cables should be replaced with under-ground cables, especially in Conservation Areas. Where practical new cables in all areas should be routed underground. 8.17. All street furniture should be of good quality and appropriate to its setting. Therefore the following should be recognised and respected: Satellite dishes & aerials. should be located in roof spaces where possible. When they must be mounted outside, care should be taken that they are not intrusive.

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1.Villages that are a

pleasure to look at and live in

2.Signs and advertising that do not detract from the natural and built environment

3.Prevention of light pollution in the countryside

4.Linkinhorne village to be given permanent protection as a Conservation Area

5.A reduction in litter and dog faeces in the area

6.A solution to the refuse collection problems for open moorland areas

7.Appropriate screening of local businesses located at Upton Cross and Darley Ford

8. A reduction in overhead wires


A reduction is needed in the number of poles at Minions (electricity

& telephone).

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Deebles — Sort out parking & remove all scrap, health & safety

issues, not just beautification

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Vision Action Partners Time 1. Villages that are a pleasure to look at and live in.

Caradon District Council to adopt the policies in paragraphs 8.03, 8.05, 8.07, 8.10, 8.16 as a Supplementary Planning Guidance to the Local Plan or Local Development Framework.

Caradon District Council (CDC)and the Parish Council (PC).

Acceptance procedure short term. Publica-tion of SPG medium term.

2. Signs and advertising that do not detract from the natural and built environment.

Complete a survey of signs in the parish to determine which might be unnecessary. Then enter into discussion with the various groups responsible for them.

Ideally a voluntary group within the parish or the Parish Council.

Short term survey, probably medium to long term for any results.

3. Prevention of light pollution in the country-side.

See above regarding adoption of 8.10. Emphasis of the anti-social nature of very bright security lights that are left on for long periods.

Parish Council and The Link.

Short term and regularly thereafter.

4. Linkinhorne village to be given permanent pro-tection as a Conservation Area.

Initially call a meeting in Linkinhorne of all residents so that a full explanation of what a Conservation Area designation means, can be given.

PC, CDC, Linkinhorne resi-dents.

Short term.

5. A reduction in litter and dog faeces in the area.

A full analysis of all the responses on litter & dog faeces and possibly a trial in just one or two locations.

Parish Council and District Council.

Short term.

5. A solution to the refuse collection problems for open moorland areas.

To secure some form of refuse containers that are animal and wind-proof, for the moorland villages.

Combined action from PC, CDC, Residents Associations.

Medium term depending upon funding.

6. Appropriate screening of local businesses located at Upton Cross and Darley Ford.

Meeting with the LPC, CDC & CCC and the businesses involved to discuss possible solutions to the problem.

LPC, CDC, CCC Local business

Short term for discussions medium term for some solutions.

7. A reduction in overhead wires.

Lobbying of power authorities with the assistance of the District Council. CDC to adopt 8.16.

LPC, CDC, CCC, and Minions Residents Assoc.

Short term, but any results will be long term.

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9.01 Linkinhorne parish has a great deal of natural attrac-tions to offer the tourist. Not only in the variety of its landscape, but in its diverse historical heritage. At present most of the tourists seem to gravitate towards the high moors with Minions being the main centre of attraction. However, other areas of the parish are utilized by walkers, some from neighbouring towns. There is a good selection of self-catering accommodation in the parish, much of it in converted barns. However statistics reveal that most tourists just stay in the area for a few nights and then move on. There may be a shortage within the parish of overnight accommodation. 9.02. There are several businesses in the parish which would be adversely affected by a reduction in the number of visitors, as was seen recently when access to the countryside was limited during the Foot & Mouth Outbreak of early 2001. 9.03. In the parish appraisal a question about tourism revealed that 55% of respon-dents feel that tourism in the area should remain as it is, 40% thought that it should be encouraged to expand, whereas only 6% thought that tourism should be discouraged. Opinions expressed on this subject showed a concern, that any increase in the number of visitors would lead to a degradation of the environment and thus spoil the very landscape and historical features that make the area what it is. Whilst it is acknowledged that tourists help the parish to retain such services as the local shop and pub, there is also concern that

it can generate more traffic on unsuitable roads, can lead to increased crime, may create additional rubbish as well as leading to an over crowding of some areas. 9.04. Due to their temporary nature, caravans and tents are an alien form of architecture in the natural environment of this area. As such they are very prominent in the land-scape and their siting needs very careful consideration to prevent them spoiling the very views and skylines which are a feature of the area. 9.05. Static caravan sites, touring caravan and tent sites should not be placed in land-scape areas that are promi-nent within the parish. Sites should be within areas that are naturally screened within the landscape. Tourist facilities should have adequate access and service arrangements, any structures should be of a scale, design and materials commensurate with the local environment.

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9. Tourism

THE ISSUES

1. Maximise use of existing accommoda-tion in the parish

2. How to maintain or slightly increase the revenue from tourism in the parish without it impacting on the facilities of the parish and the fragile envi-ronment

3. Caravans adversely impacting on the visual amenity of the area


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v A balance between the needs of the local population, the environment and those visiting the area

v Skyline and landscape views free from caravans and other alien structures



1. Maximum use of the existing accommodation and local businesses that rely on tourism.

Publication of a leaflet giving details of all forms of accommoda-tion within the parish.

Parish Council, District Council and proprietors.

Short-term.

2. A balance between the needs of the local population, the environment and those visiting the area.

Area to be designated as sensitive and moorland ranger appointed, as Countryside & Rights of Way Act 2000 (as page 14. 3.)

Caradon District Council.

Medium term.

3. Skyline and landscape views free from caravans and other alien structures.

Caradon District Council to adopt the policies in paragraphs 9.05 as a Supplementary Planning Guidance to the Local Plan or Local Development Framework.


Acceptance short term. Publication of SPG medium term.

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10.01. The parish of Linkinhorne currently has two fields for recreation, one at Upton Cross and one by the side of the river at Rilla Mill. There is also an open area of moor-land that can be described as a village green at Minions. At present the only area with any play equipment is at Upton Cross. Cricket is usually played at the Primary School field. 10.02. The parish survey has an extensive list of activities that people would like to see in the parish. In the first survey 155 people said they would use a cricket pitch as either a spectator or player, if one was provided near Sterts. In the second survey 63% were in favour of the establishment of a cricket field and pavilion near Sterts. 10.03. The field that is between Upton Cross and Sterts has already been identified and has planning consent for usage as a cricket field. As indicated in the Parish Survey there is strong support within the community for the provision of this facility. It is also felt that by reserving this area for recreational use a green area can be provided for Upton Cross, which if there is any further development of this village, could well create a central green. 10.04. The area of land identified on the Ordnance Survey map as OS 1621 & 2823, between Upton Cross and Sterts, should be reserved solely for recreational purposes for the benefit of the village of Upton Cross and the Parish. 10.05. The Parish would

support the provision of recreational facilities within the parish subject to the proposal being assessed for suitability in relation to traffic generation, noise and visual and environmental impact upon the area. 10.06. It is felt that recreational facilities of a size suitable to provide the needs of the parish and its immediate neighbours are desirable, but that larger proposals that might wish to attract usage from a much wider area have to be carefully assessed. Particular concern is expressed over the suitability of the road network to take any additional traffic. 10.07. The 1991 census indicated that there were more children in the 10—18 year-old range than in the 4—9 year-old range. Facilities have traditionally been provided for younger children but the older children have been very poorly provided for. The surveys have indicated a need for better facilities for them and this should be a priority. 10.08. The Parish has for many years had a keen group of volunteers who have worked, with funding from the County Council, to improve the Public Rights of Way. The survey revealed that the majority are very satisfied with the footpaths in the area, but as there are few bridleways reaction on this was mixed. 10.09. The Parish actively supports the maintenance and extension of the footpath and bridleway system within the area, especially where circular walks can be created or walks that link up with public transport. Access to the

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10. Recreation & Leisure

THE ISSUES

1. Cricket field and pavilion at Upton Cross

2. Facilities for teenagers

3. More circular walks needed, especially those that avoid roads

4. Play area at Rilla Mill



1. Sporting facilities at

Upton Cross including a cricket pitch

2. A range of facilities for teenagers

3. Safe circular walks and off-road routes to key destinations, with prioritisation of disabled access to the countryside.

4. Provision, upkeep and upgrading of outdoor play equipment for children

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thought should be given to the provision of adequate footpath and cycleway links to proposed developments as well as the provision of suitable recreational areas where appropriate. 10.13. Low intensity recrea-tional activities that are properly organised, managed and supervised and which make use of the indigenous characteristics of the environ-ment, will also be supported. 10.14. It is felt that the provi-sion of permanent features in the countryside should be rare and exceptional and only considered if they are appropriate to the area in which they are placed and of a

design that will enhance the environs. The high visibility of much of the parish indicates that special care needs to be taken. 10.15. The provision of any public art within the parish of Linkinhorne should only be considered in exceptional circumstances and then only if the scale, design and materials are in keeping with the local area. 10.16 This parish fully supports the provision of outdoor play facilities for the children of the parish. We would like to see a range of equipment for children from toddler to teenage years and of all abilities including the disabled.

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1. Full sporting facilities at Upton Cross including a cricket pitch.

CDC to adopt the policies in paragraphs 10.04. & 10.05. as a SPG to the Local Plan or Local Development Framework.


Acceptance procedure short term. Publication of SPG medium term.

Determine whether it is possible to purchase the land for recreational use.

Liaison between Sterts, the current landowner, the Cricket Club and the PC.

Medium term.

2. A range of facilities for teenagers.

Provision of facilities, outdoor and indoor.

PC, youth, parish/village halls.

Dependant upon grant funding.

3. Safe circular walks and off-road routes to key destinations, with prioritisation of disabled access to the countryside.

CDC to adopt the policies in para-graphs 10.12. as a SPG to the Lo-cal Plan or Local Development Framework. Also 10.15.

CCC, CDC & LPC. Acceptance short term. Publication of SPG medium term.

Determination of possible off-road routes to key destinations.

Public Rights of Way Committee in consultation with CDC, CCC and landowners.

Short term to start, longer term for any results.

4. Provision, upkeep and upgrading of out-door play equipment for children.

Reinstatement of the play equip-ment at Rilla Mill and continued maintenance and upgrading of all facilities within the parish.

LPC in conjunction with the Parish/Village Hall Committees.

Medium term.

countryside for the disabled is also considered a priority. 10.10. The Parish supports the efforts made by Caradon District Council to open up a Miners Heritage Trail which will cross the parish from Minions to Browda. It will also encourage the opening of permissive paths and woodland trails. 10.11. In accordance with government policies to try to reduce the reliance on the motor car, amenities must be provided in the immediate neighbourhood and a safe and convenient way of reaching the amenities and community services should be a foremost priority. 10.12. In addition to Policy CO1

11.01. Our two surveys have thrown up many community issues. For some we would look to higher authorities to assist or remedy, but for many the solution is within the parish community. 11.02. The Parish continues to support the provision of a primary school within the parish and the further development of any pre-school facilities. This reflects views expressed in the Parish Survey. 11.03. The parish supports the development of multi-functional buildings. It is clearly impractical in a small rural community to have a building for every purpose, therefore in order to provide as wide a range of facilities as possible the development of multi-purpose facilities is seen as important. 11.04. There are two halls within the parish. The parish hall is at Upton Cross and is run by a management commit-tee who are currently consid-ering a complete rebuild. A small room has already been incorporated within the design, although its scope for various uses may need further consideration. A total of 89% of respondents felt that the reconstruction of the parish hall with a multi-functional facility was important or worth doing. 11.05. 77% of respondents felt that the provision of a doctors out-surgery in the parish was important or worth doing. 34% of these respondents were from the Upton Cross area and 35% from the Rilla Mill area, both places where there is a resident elderly population, who obviously find getting to the health centre in Pensilva

difficult. 11.06. 78% of respondents thought that a prescription collection service was impor-tant or worth doing. There is already a scheme running in the parish, but possibly as so many people indicated this need, the service is not well known. 11.07. The parish supports the provision of easily accessed health facilities of all kinds and the promotion of healthy life styles. 11.08. The District Council have threatened to close the public conveniences at Upton Cross. The Parish Council has objected strongly to this as it seems that once more the rural communities are being deprived of services at the expense of the towns. 11.09. The Parish fully supports the retention of the services it already has and feels that the District Council is unjustified in discriminating against rural areas by the withdrawal of limited facilities in such areas. 11.11. The parish magazine is run by a community group who provide this valued service on a voluntary basis. At present The Link goes to about 2/3rds of the parish, the majority be-ing delivered by volunteers. There is a minimal charge for the magazine. 66% of respon-dents thought that The Link should get delivered to every house in the parish but only 40% thought that it should be free to all. The parish support this group and are very appre-ciative of their efforts. Any scheme or ideas to broaden the areas The Link is delivered to would be supported.

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11. Community Services

THE ISSUES

1. Retention of primary school within the parish

2. Retention of the parish and village hall

3. Multi-functional hall with small room for doctor or other therapists.

4. GP facility in the parish

5. Prescription collection 6. Retention of public

conveniences at Upton Cross

7. Provision of photo-copying, fax, laminat-ing, etc.

8. Parish magazine deliv-ered to every house

9. Adult education classes in the parish

10. Recycling 11. Farmers Market 12. Pre School & Mother &

Toddler Group 13. Neighbourhood Watch

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Playing area needed for teenagers

11.13. The three Post Offices in the parish provide some banking facilities but 55% would like to see the provision of a cash machine. Cash machines have recently been installed in a shop in Pensilva and the post office in Stoke Climsland and might be worth considering for this par-ish. We would support the pro-vision of any such facilities in order to reduce journeys out of the parish.

11.14. 72% would like to see the provision of adult educa-tion classes in the parish. The 2000 survey revealed that the classes likely to be supported were computers, arts & crafts, languages and keep fit. The parish would support the provision of any classes within the area.

11.15. A clear desire to have recycling facilities in the parish was indicated in the first survey. In response to this the Parish Council in conjunc-tion with Sterts Arts & Environ-mental Centre have recently opened a recycling centre for the parish. The parish would support any actions that increase the amount of waste that is recycled.

11.16. The first survey also indicated a clear desire to have a farmers and local producers market in the parish. The Parish Council held the first market in October and it has been very success-ful, running on a monthly basis. Not only has it been beneficial to parishioners but also to local producers and the local shops. The parish will support any such initiatives that eliminate the need for people to travel into town for produce.

11.17. There is currently a pre-school at Rilla Mill, and the first survey indicated that a move to larger purpose-built

premises at Upton Cross would be supported. Plans to make this move are now under way with proposals to build a special unit behind the Primary School. We would support the provision of all facilities for child care within the parish, both during school hours and beyond.

11.18. Although the incidence of crime is low in the parish the second survey indicated a good level of support for the introduction of a Neighbour-hood Watch Scheme.

11.19. The Parish supports the centralisation of all tele-communications paraphernalia on the existing masts on Caradon Hill. No locations that are near residential development should be considered.

11.20. By keeping all such equipment on Caradon Hill, the environmental impact on the rest of the parish will be reduced. Concern would be expressed at having any tele-communications development anywhere near residential development due to the possible risks to health that are involved.

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1. A continued provision of a primary school at the centre of the community

2,3. An active and well- supported parish/village hall with scope to offer additional modern facilities

4,5. A health service that meets the needs of the residents, especially the elderly

6. Two public conven-iences in the parish for the use of residents and tourists

7. A range of office and banking facilities within the parish

8. Every person to have The Link delivered to them if they wish

9. Adult education classes within the parish

10.A community that cares about the environment and recycles a high per-centage of materials

11.An active and well- supported market for local farmers and producers

12.Pre School & Mother & Toddler Group and other child care facilities available within the parish

13. An Active Neighbour-hood Watch Scheme

14.Telecommunications masts sited away from residential areas


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1. A vibrant primary school at the centre of the community.

Continuance of an active community school attracting children from all of the parish.

School staff, school governors and parents and Local Education Authority.

Continual process.

2,3. An active and well-supported parish and village hall with scope to offer additional facilities.

Maintenance of existing facilities in Rilla Mill and provision of new hall at Upton Cross.

Parish/Village Hall Committees with the assistance of the community, the LPC and other volunteer assistance groups.

Continuing for Rilla Mill, medium term for new hall at Upton Cross.

4,5. A health service that meets the needs of the residents, especially the elderly.

Discussions to bring health facilities closer to rural communities to save road journeys and prevent difficulties for the elderly.

Groups within the community such as WI, surgery car, Parish/Village Halls, LPC, in discussion with health providers.

Liaison could start immediately, provision medium to long term.

6. Two public conveniences in the parish for the use of residents and tourists.

Retention of the public conveniences in both Upton Cross and Minions, preferably by the CDC as a service to rural

CDC, but failing this the LPC.

If there is a change in management it will be in the short term.

7. A range of office and banking facilities within the parish.

Various office and banking facilities are gradually being introduced into the parish, mainly by the shops.

Shops, library and possibly halls.

Ongoing process.

8. Every person to have The Link delivered to them if they wish.

Investigation of procedures possible to provide Link to all those households in the parish that want it.

Link committee and other persons to discuss possibilities.

Short-term.

9. Adult education classes within the parish.

Lobby the Adult Education Service or arrange with colleges.

Parish/Village Hall committees, Adult Education, LPC, Colleges.


10. A community that cares about the environment and recycles a high percentage of

Establishment of a recycling centre within the parish and encouragement of use.

Parish Council in conjunction with Sterts.

Already actioned and now in operation.

11. An active and well-supported market for local farmers and producers.

Establishment of a farmers and local producers market in the parish.

Parish Council and now the Scouts.

Already actioned.

12. Pre School & Mother & Toddler Group and other child care facilities available within the parish.

Establishment of a purpose built pre-school at Upton Cross close to the school.

Pre-School Group. Medium term to long term

13. An active Neighbourhood Watch Scheme

Organisation of NW Scheme by calling initial meeting

LPC, Parish/Village Halls

Short term

13. Telecommunications masts sited away from residential areas.

CDC to adopt the policy in paragraphs 11.18. as a SPG.

Caradon District Council and the LPC.

Acceptance short term. Publication medium term.

12.01. It is the responsibility of every community to manage the results of environmental change in such a way that their impact upon the parish is minimal so that we retain the existing environment for future generations. 12.02. It is felt that all new or refurbished developments should have surfacing that complies with sustainable urban drainage principles as published by the Environment Agency. 12.03. The provision of any form of concrete or non-permeable surface causes additional run-off with subsequent erosion and flood-ing problems. Every effort should be made to reduce the amount of surface water by providing permeable surfaces. 12.04. Construction of dwell-ings on the flood plain of the two river systems that run through Linkinhorne should not be permitted. Activities that might effect the water levels such as damming, extraction, etc. should not be permitted. 12.05. It is appreciated that the river system within Linkin-horne is a valuable resource that needs to be protected. Any development of the catchment areas and river banks needs to be very

carefully managed in order to maintain the integrity of the river system. 12.06. The Parish would support the development of renewable forms of energy subject to them having no adverse visual or audio impact on the environment and the residents of the parish. Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Areas of Great Landscape Value should not be considered for such developments. 12.07. The above policy aims to preserve the quality of life of the residents of the parish and to ensure that the visual amenity of the parish, which encourages the presence of tourists, is not adversely effected.

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12. Environmental Change

THE ISSUES

1. Excess surface water 2. River flooding 3. Concern about

possible windmills on this part of the moor


A VISION FOR THE FUTURE

1. A community where excess surface water and water erosion is minimised

2. All future develop-ment to be beyond the range of possible river flooding

3. Support for forms of sustainable energy which do not have an adverse visual impact

Vision Action Partners Time 1,2,3. Excess surface water & erosion minimalised, no development on the flood plain and support for sustainable energy.

Caradon District Council to adopt the policies in paragraphs 12.02. 12.04. & 12.06. as a Supplemen-tary Planning Guidance to the Local Plan or Local Development Framework.


Acceptance procedure short term. Publication of Supplemen-tary Planning Guidance medium term.

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This Parish Plan has been created and published with a grant from

and with the assistance of Caradon District Council

and Linkinhorne Parish Council

The Working Group are also very grateful to the many parishioners who have all contributed their time, opinions and ideas to this plan.

The Working Group are:-

Julie Allen, Tony Barnett, Catherine Brunsden, Joy Cullingham, Chris Daniel, David Edmondson, Carl Hearn (Chair), Beryl Martin, Laurence Smith, Gordon Symons,

Designed and edited by Lynda Small, Clerk to the Parish Council. Tel: 01579 362139 E-mail [email protected]

Additional copies of this plan are available from the Clerk at £6.00 +p&p for paper copies or £2.00 + p&p on CD. A copy is also available on the Parish Web Site at www.linkinhorneparish.homestead.com

1. South of the Parish viewed from Caradon Hill 2. North of the Parish with Phoenix Mine 3. Working Group meeting 4. A & b The Rilla Mill exhibition of the plan 5. Employment 6. Bray Shop and the B3257 7. Henwood, houses by the green 8. Rilla Mill, east side looking down to the river 9. Christa Court, Upton Cross 10. A local community bus service 11. Heavy goods vehicles in Rilla Mill (MT) 12. Rilla mill bridge (MT) 13. Collision on a narrow lane (MT) 14. Caradon hill from near Sutton 15. Marke Valley engine house 16. Minions green

17. Minions sunset with overhead wires (BM) 18. Sheep at rubbish bags (BM) 19. Linkinhorne 20. Garage at Upton Cross 21. Hurlers, Minions 22. Mine Chimney with parish in background 23. Tree on the side of Stowes Hill 24. Sheep on the moor, parish in background 25. New swings being installed at Upton Cross 26. Upton Cross Primary School 27. Recycling Centre at Sterts, Upton Cross 28. Rilla Mill Village Hall 29. Linkinhorne Parish Hall at Upton Cross 30. River Lynher at Starabridge 31. River Lynher in flood at Kerney Bridge

Index to Photographs

(MT) Photographs courtesy of Mike Todd. (BM) Photographs courtesy of Beryl Martin. All other photographs by Lynda Small

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