Villagers go into battle over plan for 59 homes

about 180 homes, has drainage problems and very limited public transport.

The hilltop village has poor internet access and is on the edge of the gas and electricity network, making it difficult to connect utilities to the new estate.

And villagers say the land is a ‘haven for wildlife.’

A spokesperson for campaign group Hade Edge Fight for the Fields, said: “This is a rural, unsustainable location out on the southern edge of Kirklees and these fields play a real part in the rural economy and biodiversity of the area. mark.” St Mary’s Church is at the heart of the conservation area of Honley village.

St Mary’s is on an ancient and holy site where there have been at least three churches, with the present church designed by the eminent Yorkshire architect Robert

“This development, if approved, will have an impact on the sensitive Peak Park Buffer Zone. We’ve had support from many local and national bodies and will be challenging Kirklees to ensure they aren’t allowed to roll over just to achieve their questionable housing targets.”

The villagers have raised over £10,000 for legal advice and are calling for help from people interested in ensuring that brownfield, not greenfield sites, are prioritised .

The planning applications will be considered at Huddersfield Town Hall from 1pm.