STONE NEIGHBOURHOOD PLAN
The plan belongs to the people of Stone
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tone town voted through their Neighbourhood Plan at referendum on May 6 with an overwhelming 85.7 per cent of residents saying yes. Councillor Jill Hood said: The plan took five years to form with consultations with residents and businesses and regular scrutiny at many stages. It was very important to listen to the wishes and needs of the community as the plan belongs to the people of Stone. In legal terms the plan is made and when planning decisions are considered by the borough council they will take into account the Stone town council Neighbourhood Plan which will protect the town from unwanted development. Throughout the process special emphasis was put on protecting local green spaces and local green infrastructure as residents were particularly concerned about the reduction in these areas. Little did we realise when we were forming
the plan, just what special importance and value to resident s positive physical and mental health that green spaces would become during the pandemic, providing areas for families and the community to meet and use for recreational purposes whilst keeping within social distancing guidelines. Cllr Hood added: The Neighbourhood Plan will ensure that new businesses are encouraged to the town providing local employment and future growth, boosting the local economy. Stone is a Market Charter Town and is a desirable place to live, work and visit attracting thousands of visitors each year. The direction of the town is set out clearly in our Neighbourhood Plan and our town council will work very hard to guarantee the way forward as set out in the plan. The people voted showing how strongly they believe Stone is their town and that their wishes are reflected in the plan and they must be listened to.
BARLAS TON GO LF C LUB WHERE Set amongst countryside surrounds on the outskirts of the Potteries, reached via A34 to Stone.
FOUNDED 1977
A course of variety and peaceful charm. The opening holes set the scene, running attractively alongside the River Trent. A lakeside mid-stretch then it gently undulates around the surrounding rural landscape with some lovely closing holes. Not the longest of layouts but it certainly tests suitably.
SOCIETIES Tailored packages from 8 golfers up, weekend availability on request.
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SIGNATURE HOLE 9th 477 yards Par 5 -
Gorgeous views. You traverse the large lake from the tee and it s a case of how much of it you want to take on if you want to get to the slightly raised green in two. Bit of risk and reward in the mix.
DANGER ZONE 7th 423 yards Par 4 - Old
Swampy is an infamous hole in these parts, a very tough dog leg par four with its expertly named hazard lying in wait to swallow approach shots that come up short.
19TH HOLE Single floor large clubhouse with outdoor seating area, separate function room.
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