Plans For A New Equestrian Centre Are Put On Hold
The Wheatsheaf pub in Rettendon Common, which has not been used for many years, had a plan made to turn it in to a restaurant, shop and equestrian Centre. But that has now been deferred.
There were arguments made against the proposal when it was put to the Chelmsford Council.
The idea was for land to be used at the Wheatsheaf pub, which is along the main road in Rettendon Common. Developers wanted to change the use of the pub, which has been empty since the year 2007 and build an indoor and outdoor riding arena, (to use as an equestrian show centre), a resturant and two shops.
A Facebook group was set up and it has caused a split opinion among people. Letters of support have been given to the local council.
Council Officers have recommended that it be refused, saying the scale of the equestrian part of the development would affect the landscape of the area.
Rettendon Parish Council added, the area is well served with facilities for horse riding and the proposal could generate more traffic.
However, the developers have said the scheme would provide 29 jobs and a safe environment for horse riders.
The committee, which met at the start of the month, chose to carry out a visit of the site before making a decision.
I think the equestrian centre should be passed the area is so highly populated with horses and riding in the area especially hoe lane chalk street and Warren road are very dangerous people drive down them like they are jenson button it would be such an advantage to all the local yards to have somewhere like this to go to get there horses out I mean it’s not exactly going to be a huge show facility it’s not big enough and Some of the apposed have quoted it’s going to be like Hickstead well they are very much mistaken. please rethink your approach to this not just from the residents points but also from the needs of local studs and livery yards that are in hacking distance from the facility ( so no added traffic to the area) that will use this aswell as the odd visitors on small show days.