A civic society has objected to plans to demolish an ‘iconic’ cafe and motel over its links to a series of books by a Yorkshire-born novelist.
Parish councillors have also publicly opposed proposals to knock down the Redbeck Motel, in Crofton, near Wakefield, to make way for 90 new homes. More than 180 objections have been made since a planning application was submitted to Wakefield Council in January. A developer is seeking outline permission to demolish the premises to build houses on surrounding greenbelt land. Concerns have been raised over the loss of a “local treasure” and the pressure the development put on local infrastructure.
“Having already been subject to development in the recent past, the amenities in Crofton were struggling to deal with additional capacity, which would only get worse. There was currently strain on the doctors, schools, dentists and transport links in the village. “Councillors were also extremely concerned about the loss of jobs, once the Redbeck cafe and motel closed. They were also concerned about the loss of a community asset.
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