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I am horrified that the proposed roadworks will destroy so much precious archaeology of international importance. Going ahead risks loosing the World Heritage status. It is a unique landscape and...
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Please be mindful that future generations MUST have access to all the archaeological material in and underneath stone henge.......,without us having disrupted the area.
Also Stonehenge is an area of...
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My representation relates solely to the proposed changes to public rights of way. There should be no discrimination, i.e. no user group should be favoured above another.
In particular, there should...
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I am against the proposed scheme in the application. Stonehenge and the area around it are such important parts of our universal world heritage, and there is still so much unknown and undiscovered in...
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I believe the site of Stonehenge is a priceless archaeological and spiritual national treasure that should never be damaged by any civil engineering 'road works' of any sort - underground or...
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I consider that it is vital for several reasons that this scheme, to upgrade the Stonehenge Section of the A303 & additionally providing a bypass for Winterbourne Stoke,goes ahead without further...
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Dear Madam/Sir,
Having travelled along the A303 many times in the past and on a regular basis, I cannot agree to having this area of haunting beauty destroyed even more than it is already.
The...
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My main objection to the proposal is that both portals to the tunnel are inside the World Heritage Site. This is particularly damaging in the case of the Western portal. Furthermore, in my view...
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I am concerned that the planned route and the way the road will be built, with too short a tunnel and a flyover that will be visible for miles around, will be:
detrimental to the site,
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As a member of the (admittedly fictitious) rock band Spinal Tap, whose performance of the song "Stonehenge" has become internationally known, I have an emotional connection to the place, to its...
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Points that I might include on My Representation are as follows:
1. The cost of the project
2. The requirement for the project.
3. The potential damage to the environment.
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The application is flawed as it proposes a short tunnel (only c3 km) which will mean that both the east and west portals will still be inside the the World Heritage site (WHS) area.This will cause...
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I strongly support the Amesbury to Berwick Down dualling and tunnel. The designers have gone a long way to fit the scheme into the sensitive landscape. I like the green bridges and the landscaping...
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I would like to say that the plan I have seen online for the proposed new road and tunnel look as if they are very close to the Stonehenge Monument. This may impact the ancient site in terms of look...
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My concerns, and my Written Representation, regarding the A303 Stonehenge development, center around the historical, cultural and scientific value of the site.
I trust this is an adequate summary to...
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No further damage should be done to the archaeological landscape of Stonehenge.
Future generations would be appalled at those who decided that road widening should be at the expense of England’s most...
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I strongly object to the proposed tunnel project at Stonehenge, on the basis that it will negatively impact - and possibly affect - the sites' World Heritage status, and also due to the fact that the...
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As a citizen of this nation, an historian, an environmentalist and a Druid, I fundamentally object to the plans to bulldoze a new road and tunnel right through the heart of the Stonehenge World...
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i dont agree that all options have been considered for the protection of the world heritage site. the tunnel is not long enough and thus the deep cuttings at the openings at either end of the tunnel...
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The Stonehenge site and surrounding area is sacred, on the ground, above the ground and below the ground. The tunnel and traffic would destroy the profound link with the spiritual realm. It is...
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1. Project violates Article 4 and Article 6.3 of the 1972 UNESCO World Heritage Convention
2. The OUV of the WHS cannot be taken in parts. Damage in one area cannot be offset by improvements...
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As an interested member of the public who, under jurisdiction of English heritage should have free access to this and all other listed ancient monuments
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I started the STAG campaign to dual the A303 past Stonehenge because this section of the road is no longer fit for purpose. A petition was presented to parliament in 2014 to this effect via...
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Why spoil this scheme with a tunnel that is far too short. Come on - think long term instead of always trying to save a few pounds! This is a unique world heritage site and needs a holistic approach...
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I would like to register as an Interested Party.
My concerns include:
• Impact of Countess Roundabout flyover, including visual, traffic noise & on our property value.
• Noise, vibration, water...
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I wish to express my concerns at the damage that these proposed works are likely to do to the historic landscape in which stonehenge sits. The decision that has been made to give priority to the...
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The well-being of Stonehenge Heritage Landscape. My concern, my valid point l want to make! To say about this new planning project, make way for a new road, tunnel etc. At my discretion, looking at of...
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destruction of ancient site. loss of archaeologically important ground for the future. poor decision to have a short tunnel which will be visible to many visiting the heritage area.destruction of...
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I wish to oppose the application 9in summary) on grounds of it being (a) a non-strategic road solution to localised and intermittent congestion and therefore unnecessary (b) cost, and (c) the...
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I support the proposal. I have homes both in Devon and London and travel regularly between them by road on the A303 - including the element near Stonehenge. This proposal will significantly improve...
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The tunnel does not free the WHS of traffic.
It is not cost effective.Especially if World Heritage status is lost.
It does not improve the traveller experience or safety.
It does not provide a...
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I live a few miles off the A303 and use the road to London regularly. I am keen to see the Stonehenge tunnel built and the concrete bed three-lane road with the flip-flop of an overtaking lane...
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As Chairman of Berwick Parish Meetings I am registering on behalf of the parish of Berwick St James
The Parish of Berwick St James fully supports the Stonehenge to Berwick Down A303 project as...
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I would like to object to the scheme as it will cause huge damage to the Stonehenge World Heritage Site (WHS) and its archaeology from around a mile of expanded new road (dual carriageway and slip...
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objecting to the need for the project,especially tunnel, distruction of sensitive landscape and environment, and possible archeology. Damage to a world heritage site caused by this project.
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I own a field west of Winterbourne Stoke on which the proposed bypass will be built and as a result my field will halve in size.
The proposed design leaves my remaining land surrounded by public...
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I am concerned about the impact of the works on our business , Stonehenge Campsite ltd and then the impact on our business, moving forward.
I want to ensure that our visitors can easily access the...
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I am concerned about damage to the WHS and its archaeology . It is a place of pilgrimage for many and must remain unspoilt as possible.
UNESCO’s international advisers say the scheme should not go...
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There are many reasons why the plans are an appalling idea, including:
- it will damage the site - both visible and non-visible
- it will detract from the tourist revenue
- UNESCO have recommended...
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For my whole life, I have known Stonehenge. It is a beacon for me as I drive past. It is the emblem of my homeland. When I am abroad [Redacted] I dream of home, and Stonehenge is what I dream of. My...
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1. Stonehenge is a site of International importance and designated by UNESCO as such.
2. Stonehenge and its wider environs are of International importance as recognised as such by UNESCO
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Detrimental to the uk and its heritage.
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Stonehenge and its surrounds are not only historically incredibly important, but also one of the most loved and visited attractions on earth. This should mean that protecting the entire are should be...
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Any works of this nature this close to a site as important as this will cause irreparable and catastrophic damage to the area. With an ancient monument the phrase“ long term solution “ must take on a...
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Don't desecrate Stonhenge with this destruction of heritage for future generations.
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Irreparable damage will be caused to this World Heritage Site, effecting its archaeology and setting as described by UNESCO ‘landscape without parallel’. UNESCO’s international advisers say the scheme...
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I am concerned that in a very short space of time the modern British people will desecrate sacred sites of world heritage value, that have existed for a very long time.
I ask that a better...
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I cannot believe that any government will ignore the history of our land to speed travel!
As a Wiltshire born this monument has been my personal history. To put this enigmatic prehistoric monument at...
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As a keen amateur archaeologist I am saddened and appalled at the irreversible damage that this scheme will cause. I have been visiting this landscape and have lived nearby for my whole life and find...
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Once destroyed things can never be recreated. Already some damage has done.
Why is the car given the status of superiority over our historical heritage. There are other ways to solve the problem/
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Stonehenge is a unique site of world heritage. It must not be tampered with for the short-term gain decided by planning committees. In centuries to come people will have discovered new ways of...
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The planned road building is likely to destroy important archaeological evidence on a site which has shown itself to be extremely important to the understanding of Stonehenge in its wider context....
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Irreparable damage to the WHS, its archaeology and setting, described by UNESCO as a ‘landscape without parallel’
UNESCO’s international advisers say the scheme should not go ahead in its present...
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I am concerned that the plans for the upgrading of the A303 at Stonehenge will disrupt and possibly destroy priceless archeological and sacred relics and other artefacts. The road should be diverted...
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Dear Sirs,
I am dismayed that there has not been a better solution put forward for this problem of through traffic and never ending increase in motor vehicles past this ancient site. Does the road...
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A303 risks irreparable damage to the national and international heritage stature of Stonehenge. The commuting needs of motorists cannot be allowed to take precedence over the security ad integrity of...
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To proceed with this plan is to go against UNESCO advice, and to put at risk the world heritage site. This must be preserved for future generations.
I believe that permanent damage to the World...
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Stonehenge is a world heritage site and far too much damage has been done to it already. It should be declared a NO BUILD zone and that should include the government. To excavate in that area is to...
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I strongly object, the irreparable that could be caused to such an important area, a world heritage site no less.
I also object to the cost in our current financial climate & do not understand why...
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Other options should be considered that don't cause such irreversible destruction.
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I believe that the proposals will cause irreparable damage to the WHS, its archaeology and setting, described by UNESCO as a ‘landscape without parallel’. UNESCO’s international advisers say the...
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Irreparable damage to the WHS, it’s archeology and setting, described by UNESCO as a landscape without parallel
UNESCO’s international advisers say the scheme should not go ahead in its present...
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My objections to this Planning Application are as follows:-
Irreparable damage to the WHS, its archaeology and setting, described by UNESCO as a ‘landscape without parallel’
UNESCO’s...
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This is an international heritage site which we understand only a part of thus far future generations may be able to discover more than research has demonstrated thus far; but not if areas surrounding...
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Please leave this World Heritage Site alone!
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A tunnel will have problems if an emergency occurs where emergency services will have restricted access to reach those who might be injured, such as in an accident resulting in a fire.
Damage to...
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International specialists from UNESCO’s World Heritage Centre and ICOMOS have advised against the road scheme which will damage Stonehenge. UNESCO’s World Heritage Committee in 2018 urged the...
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My concerns involve primarily the environmental and archaeological damage that would occur should this project be allowed to go ahead.
Stonehenge sits alongside one of Wiltshire’s green roads that...
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I am very concerned about the impact on Stonehenge and the surrounding area. I believe that the proposal has only gained this much credibility amongst certain parties because viable alternatives have...
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I understand if this goes ahead there will be
Irreparable damage to this WHS, its archaeology and setting, described by UNESCO as a ‘landscape without parallel’.
UNESCO’s international advisers say...
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I strongly disagree with the proposed planning on the Stonehenge road. I have driven past this site many times. It is of huge historic importance to Britain being a UNESCO World Heritage...
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Stonehenge and its surroundings are recognised worldwide as one of those special places where we humans girded our loins and set out on the path to modernity.
Despite the long time over which we...
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The current proposal destroys part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site, potentially damages the Blick Mead Mesolithic site and its setting and disturbs several rare bird species. This site is not simply a...
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Please don’t turn the ancient site that inspires awe into one that is only awe inspiring from one careful angled photograph. The pyramids in Giza are crowded and surrounded by the city. They are more...
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I am concerned that the current plans are likely to impact negatively on the whole status of the area as an internationally important world heritage site. There are parts of the site which will be...
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I am opposed to any plan that potentially damages Stonehenge and its environs.
I object to the damage that the road etc will cause to Stonehenge and its environs potentially destroying archaeology...
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UNESCO advisers say the scheme should not go ahead in its present form. The tunnel is too short to be effective, as the entrances still lie within the area of WHS.
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Any major work in the area of stonehenge will cause severe damage to a fragile site that cannot be replaced. There are enough roads to get round the site and people will just have to make allowances...
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I have no specialist training in road planning or architecture or anything like that. But I am an engineer, albeit in electronics (and to a lesser extent mechanics), as well as just someone who...
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Although I appreciate that people should be able to travel roads that are safe and as free from congestion as possible I do not think that the authorities, who have granted permission for this road to...
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I have driven past Stonehenge hundreds of times, getting so much enjoyment from the experience. This plan will prevent others getting the same joy, benefitting the few at the expense of the...
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The Stonehenge area is such an important World Heritage site that it should be preserved for the professionals to work in , should be protected from destruction for the knowledge of the Human past it...
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This scheme, in it's present form, "flies in the face" of advice given by Unesco's advisors. Lack of less damaging options in consultation. Permanent damage to the archaeology of the World Heritage...
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(1) This is a site of world concern.
My role (founding an internet project (City-Voice.org, @CityVoicEd) supporting ‘democracy’ in town and country planning) is to observe/record – and publish...
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This is not the solution to the problem of heavy traffic using the 303 . Another solution must be found with great urgency - English Heritage are not the arbiter of what's best for our...
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This scheme will cause irreparable damage to a landscape which is unique and precious, indeed, damage has already occurred at the Blick Mead Mesolithic site. This is a heritage area that belongs to...
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I have serious concerns about the impact of this on the world famous and unique site
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I am very concerned at the inevitable damage which will be done to irreplaceable historical artefacts. There is simply no way this project can avoid such destruction. It is profoundly short sighted....
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Present scheme would cause permanent damage to a WHS and its archeology and setting . There could be damage to Blick Mead Mesolithic site . Lack of options in consultation which would preserve the WHS...
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I strongly object to this as it clearly gives no protection or interest in preserving the historic site. They have already damaged one part drilling cores and have proved to show no care at all for...
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THIS SCHEME HAS THE POTENTIAL TO DESTROY THE SERENITY OF AN ANCIENT MONUMENT SUCH AS STONEHENGE, A WORLD HERITAGE SITE. IT IS HIGHLY SIGNIFICANT THAT THE SCHEME IS VEHEMENTLY OPPOSED BY ORGANISATIONS...
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It seems inevitable that this plan will destroy the archaeology surrounding the World Heritage Site that is Stonehenge. Traffic should be discouraged from going anywhere near Stonehenge.
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Dear Sir/Madam,
I object to this destruction of a National Heritage iste on the grounds of destruction to natural habitat and for the invasion that this will cause to the land and the historic...
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I strongly object to the current plans for the stonehenge tunnel, as it does not sufficiently protect the surrounding archaeology for future generations to a standard which is appropriate given the...
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This is far too historic and sensitive to allow the unnecessary development to rip it up.
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The greater stonehenge site is unique in the world and Britain in character and completeness, so is of utmost cultural significance, as recognised by UNESCO when designating it a World Heritage...
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Without doubt the whole Stone henge site has not only fired the imagination but has given spectacular interest to generations of people of all ages. The unique importance of the WHOLE site has Beeb...
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I object most strongly to the proposals for the A303 at Stonehenge. A general outline of my submissions is as follows:
1. Massive loss of amenity on the borders of the site. This includes:
The...
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I'm objecting to the short-sighted, permanent and irreversible damage to a world heritage site
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I OBJECT to this project since it will cause irreparable damage to the World Heritage Site, its archaeology and setting, which UNESCO describe as a ‘landscape without parallel’. UNESCO’s international...
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