Chorlton Meadows under threat
21 August 2009
The Chorlton Meadows, which form part of south Manchester's much-valued Mersey Valley, are under threat from a proposal by West Didsbury and Chorlton AFC to build 8 football pitches, include two floodlit pitches. As well as being valued as a beautiful local amenity by residents, the area is rich in wildlife.
Manchester Green Party is joining huge numbers of residents in the area in opposing the plans. A Facebook Group - "Save Chorlton Meadows" - has over 1200 members already and is growing by hundreds every day.
The chair of Manchester Green Party (and Chorlton resident) Brian Candeland said: "One of my sons formerly played for a local football team and I do understand the need for sports facilities for young people. However, I do not accept that there is an overall shortage in the Chorlton/Didsbury area which would justify this proposal. I know the meadows quite well. This is one of the main accesses to the Mersey Valley and the scheme would have a massive impact on the area. We call on the council to reject the plans."
For further information on the area see: Friends of Chorlton Meadows
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