Campaigners say the proposed development for Albrighton would completely change its character.
Hundreds of residents have attended a public meeting on plans for a huge housing estate in east Shropshire where a campaign opposing the scheme has been framed as a "battle cry" for the "heart of green England".
As all 200 seats were filled at community venue The Red House on Thursday night, many people stood outside in the rain so they could listen to what was being said. "We would oppose any development in this area which is green belt and not on the Local Plan," she said. The pair also outlined the proposals for the 800 homes - 20% of which would be affordable - along with a minor injuries unit, pharmacy, doctor’s surgery, supermarket, secondary school for up to 750 students, a new high street, sports hall and games facility.The developers also said the homes would help Shropshire and the Black Country meet its housing needs.
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