‘York-based’ Persimmon …
Wondering why a critical report on (‘York-based’) Persimmon Homes hasn’t had coverage in the local media.
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‘Overtourism’ … are we there yet?
A walk into York, and the Christmas Market
Available light … December daily posting, perhaps
‘Very special circumstances': impacts of the Clifton and Rawcliffe flood defence plans
The Environment Agency’s planning applications to extend the flood barrier banks in the Clifton and Rawcliffe area are going to the planning committee on 12 September 2019. Notes on the plans and their environmental impact, in and around Rawcliffe Meadows and other green areas close to the ings.
More …Field, cricket field, football pitch … Bootham Crescent: then, now, future
Following up on the recent consultation event on the current proposals for housing on the Bootham Crescent football ground, comparing these with plans from 2002, and reflecting on the history of the site.
More …Homestead, Pooh Corner, and thoughts from a walk in the park
Finding cheer in Homestead Park, with Eeyore, Tigger, Pooh and friends, and some busy squirrels, and thinking about this particular park’s land, and the Rowntree legacy.
More …Parliament Street fountain demolition, and a possible fountain restoration
Focusing on fountains: the demolition of the Parliament Street fountain, and the possible restoration of a drinking fountain on Museum Street. Thinking about whether a new drinking fountain might be a good replacement for the Parliament Street ‘decorative’ fountain. (As long as it isn’t in the middle of the Jubbergate line.)
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