Parish Plan
Beaulieu Parish, located in the south-east corner of the New Forest National Park, is an unspoilt area at the head of the tidal reaches of the Beaulieu River. Beaulieu village, itself, has changed little over the years: the village centre has remained compact and there has been little outlying development in recent times. There are approximately 345 properties in the Parish, the majority of which are privately owned.
Most people who responded to the Beaulieu Parish Plan questionnaires expressed their satisfaction at living in an attractive area close to the river, with delightful surrounding countryside, and with all the advantages which it offers. 72% of the respondents have lived in the area for over 20 years, although only 16% were born within the Parish.
Traffic and tourism have increased vastly with the proliferation of motor vehicles, causing both problems for and benefits to the local community. Cars are needed by visitors to reach the National Motor Museum, Beaulieu village and the surrounding countryside, whilst residents need cars to gain access to nearby towns and villages. Many lorries of ever increasing size negotiate the narrow lanes; some of these same lorries are driven up the village High Street to satisfy the requirements of local businesses, whilst others are just passing through.
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The preparation of the Beaulieu Parish Plan has been an interesting and valuable exercise and there is much enthusiasm to tackle the important issues raised; the survey has identified aspects that can be improved for the future well-being of the Parish. The New Forest District Council and the National Park Authority have advised that they will take the Parish Plan into account when formulating their own policies. The Beaulieu Estate has undertaken to consider the findings of the Plan in its future policies and will work with the Parish Council to realise the objectives set where it is able. Members of the committee working on the village plan were Carol Green (Chairman), Sally Brearley (Secretary), John Phipps (Treasurer), Anne Coles, Carolyn McCafferty, Jo Cooke-Hurle, Ralph Montagu, Steve Vokins, Rachel Pearson, Christine Hills, and with assistance from Penny Velander (NFDC). Assistance with the cost of producing the plan was received from Awards for All, New Forest District Council and the Beaulieu Parish Council. Photographs supplied by members of the committee. MAY 2008 |
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