Newsletter - 1st August 2025

Summary of Marie Tidball Meeting – Thursday 3rd July

We are aware that many local residents were unable to attend the invite-only meeting hosted by Marie Tidball MP at St Mark’s Church, Grenoside, on Thursday 3rd July. This meeting was also attended by Tom Hunt, Leader of Sheffield City Council.

To ensure all members of our community are kept informed, we have prepared a summary of the evening’s discussion. The document is available here: www.saveourgreenbelt.net/documentation

Anonymous Social Media Activity by Sitting Councillor

As you will be aware, it came to our attention a few weeks ago that a sitting Sheffield City Councillor had been posting anonymously in the 'Save Grenoside, Ecclesfield Green Belt Land' Facebook group. Following this discovery, action was taken, and the individual subsequently identified themselves as Cllr Ruth Milsom, Councillor for Crookes and Crosspool.

Further information regarding the content will be uploaded to this web page within the next few days: www.saveourgreenbelt.net/documentation

Community Concerns and Complaint Status

Members of the local community have raised concerns regarding the treatment of residents during meetings with council planners throughout the consultation period. These concerns led to the submission of a formal complaint to the council.

Although the initial complaint was not upheld, we have now escalated this matter to Stage 2 of the Council’s complaints procedure. We are currently awaiting a response.

Proposed petrol station on Cowley Way

There has recently been a planning application submitted for an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) in relation to a proposed refuelling and driver welfare unit on Cowley Way. The application can be viewed here: https://planningapps.sheffield.gov.uk/online-applications/applicationDetails.do?activeTab=summary&keyVal=SY24PENY0M900

We are aware that there have been significant volumes of objections to similar proposals in the past. Additionally, the recent opening of a new service station in Rotherham raises valid concerns about the necessity and impact of another such development in such close proximity.

We are currently preparing guidance documents for individuals and groups who wish to formally object to this proposal. These will be shared shortly and will include advice on how to submit comments, key arguments, and relevant planning considerations.

Green Fest

Join Us for Our First Fundraiser! 

We are excited to be hosting our first ever fundraiser to help raise vital funds and take our campaign to the next level!

🗓️ Sunday 14th September

📍 St Mark's Church Hall, Main Street, Grenoside

🕒 1pm - 4pm

It will be a great opportunity to meet members of the campaign group, find out how far we have come, and learn about the next steps in our fight to protect our green belt.

Come along, bring friends and family, and help us make a difference!

Photography Competition

As part of our fundraising efforts, we're excited to announce the creation of a 2026 Save Chapeltown, Ecclesfield and Grenoside Calendar — and we need your help to fill it with stunning local images!

We’re running a photography competition throughout August, and the best entries will be featured in the calendar.

🎯 Categories:

• Children (16 and under)

• Adults

  A selection of photos from both categories will be included in the final calendar.

Photos should reflect the Save Chapeltown, Ecclesfield and Grenoside campaign and must be clearly linked to our local area — its green spaces, landscapes, heritage, wildlife, or community.

To enter, email your photo(s) to savegandegreenbelt@gmail.com with the following details:

• Name

• Age (for category placement)

• Brief description of where the photo was taken

  
  

🗓️ Deadline for submissions: 31st August 2025

Please be aware that by entering this competition you are consenting to your photo being used in the calendar, should it be chosen to feature. If you have any concerns related to this, please contact us directly at savegandegreenbelt@gmail.com