TRU7 Group set date for 'public exhibition' of controversial Fynn Valley quarry
Residents will have the chance to ask developers about plans for a proposed quarry in the Fynn Valley at a public exhibition in Westerfield next month.
The big picture: TRU7 Group has announced a public exhibition on 21 February at Westerfield Village Hall to present its proposals for a new quarry in the Fynn Valley.
The plans have already attracted more than 350 objections from residents with concerns including:
- Health risks from silica dust exposure
- Noise from machinery and HGV traffic
- Impact on dark skies and stargazing
- Potential groundwater contamination risks
- Effects on local flooding patterns
- Traffic increase, with projected HGV movement every 4 minutes on the B1077
- Impact on local tourism and hospitality businesses
- Loss of agricultural land
Why it matters: The exhibition will be the first opportunity for residents to:
- View detailed proposals for the quarry development
- Question TRU7 Group representatives directly
- Learn about planned environmental measures
- Understand the proposed 16-year extraction timeline
What to expect: The exhibition will run from 09:00 to 20:00 at Westerfield Village Hall and will cover:
- The proposed extraction and processing of sand and gravel
- Restoration plans using suitable soils and clays
- Advance and restoration of biodiversity enhancements
What's next: The Group says plans remain at an early stage:
- No formal planning application has been submitted yet
- Once submitted, there will be 21 days for formal objections
The bottom line: The exhibition allows residents to understand and question the quarry proposals before any formal planning process begins.
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