The proposals include a hotel and farm shop – but locals fear the impact on nearby town centres
The proposed Tatton Services, built on Tatton Estate land, would span 39 acres of green belt between Junction 7 and Junction 8 of the motorway, which falls just outside of Bowdon in Trafford .
Trafford council, which was consulted over the plan because it is a neighbouring authority, initially objected to the proposals. But on the eve of hearing it withdrew its opposition because National Highways say there is a need for a service station there. While the development would fall under Cheshire East, nearby towns Hale and Altrincham – which objectors argue would be most affected by the plans – fall under Trafford Council. The council confirmed to the Local Democracy Reporting Service that it had originally voiced concerns about the green belt and the sustainability of the site.
Other benefits to the scheme listed by Mr Tucker included the EV charging points, the ‘significant job creation’ and the commitment to deliver highly sustainable and energy efficient buildings. “I believe that the burden of proof here should surely be for the applicants to prove that this isn’t a destination in its own right,” he said. “I’d suggest it would be difficult, as they boast about attracting four million customers at Tebay.”
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