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In parallel to the engineering, and complementing it, the Partnership will seek to deliver small scale local improvements to the amenity, for example local footpath and signage improvements; we believe increased local access and use will support and reinforce the case for further major restoration. It is essential that this phased approach is understood, and that each stage of the restoration stands as a viable scheme in its own right. Restoration to Llanymynech fits well with developments in the adjacent heritage area. The success of the ‘Limestone Lives’ Project, to conserve the rich geology, archaeology and industrial heritage of the local area, will help develop the village as a destination in its own right. Completion through to Welshpool will release a resource long underused, and fulfil a vision of those volunteers who first helped at the “Big Dig” in 1969. Berriew could provide a southern terminus, and has much to commend it as a destination, but one more road crossing will take the restoration to the historic terminus of the East Montgomeryshire Canal at Garthmyl. Freestone Lock, near Aberbechan is the southern limit of British Waterways’ ownership, but is the final terminus at Newtown a reality The engineering is feasible, but the current costs of the road crossings are extremely high. We re-iterate, restoration will depend on external funding, and more southerly sections will depend on the success of the northern section. In the medium term, the route should be protected as a green corridor and link for walking and cycling. Navigation is key to a living and working canal, but the local community must value it as theirs. It is a resource that is valued by many, but could be used more. The partnership will seek to foster better links with the villages through which the canal passes, and provide facilities sympathetic to the area and rural location. The strategy also seeks to ensure that local businesses gain from the restoration, and believe that it will help a range of tourist related schemes, and provide a firm basis for farm diversification. The themes of sustainable development and green tourism are increasingly familiar, and the restoration of the Montgomery Canal can meet both these objectives and other local and regional aspirations. The capital costs of restoration will have to be met through a range of grants, which are likely to include heritage sources, local authorities and economic regeneration packages. This means that progress will be dependent on availability of funding, and it is not possible to give accurate timescales. However, the strategy and the parallel economics report will be used by the Partnership as the basis for a series of funding applications in the coming months and years. The Montgomery Canal Partnership is a diverse group, seeking to serve a wide range of interests; we believe this document meets that range of interests, and commend it to you. 71
6. GUIDING PRINCIPLES Summary of chapter LANDSCAPE: We will protect and enhance the existing character of the waterway. Awareness of the landscape archaeology will be raised. New developments will respect local character, and use local and traditional materials. Wider corridor initiatives will be supported. BUILT HERITAGE: Repairs and restoration will seek to minimise loss of the existing fabric. Compatible and alternative uses for historic buildings will be sought. The canal route into Newtown will be protected, and we will seek to have this strategy adopted as formal supplementary planning guidance by all local authorities. NATURE CONSERVATION: Assessment of value will be based on the canal and hydrologically connected habitats. Measurement will be based on a whole canal cycle, to enable major works such as dredging. Conservation objectives will be set against the SAC and SSSI designations. Annual monitoring will be used to inform management change. NAVIGATION: Navigation is part of sustainable management of the canal, and will be allowed up to the maximum level consistent with maintaining the conservation value of the canal. The restoration will be designed to cater for a target level of boat movements of 2,500 annually in Wales and 5,000 annually in England. Environmentally friendly boat design, and slow speeds in sensitive lengths will be promoted. WATER: Water abstraction will be maximised consistent with environmental considerations, and leakage from the canal minimised. Practical measures to improve water quality will be identified and implemented. COMMUNITY AND VISITOR ACCESS: “Access for All” will be promoted, and encourage long distance walkers, visitors and local use. Local circular paths, parking and interpretation will be used to increase local use of the canal and the new nature reserves. Cycling will be considered where the towpath is wide enough. Informal and education opportunities will be developed, to complement other local provision. ECONOMIC AND RURAL REGENERATION: A major means to achieve this will be through increased visitors and visitor spend. In addition, the restoration project can be used as a catalyst for local non-tourism economic regeneration through the redevelopment of canal-side land and buildings. Economic opportunities need to be available to local people, so systems will be established to enable local firms to bid for and supply contracts. External funding will be sought for restoration, and Partners will share maintenance costs. 72
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS This document is t
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1. INTRODUCTION Summary of chapter
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1.1 THE PARTNERSHIP This Strategy h
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1.3 COMPANION REPORTS Throughout th
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Llangollen Canal Frankton Junction
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2.1 INTRODUCTION Many of the conser
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A key aim of the Shropshire Tourism
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3.1 LANDSCAPE HERITAGE 3.1.1 Overvi
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Paddlesports are popular on the Mon
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9) It is proposed to keep the separ
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Urban areas and road run-off are im
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ii. Long Distance Routes 7) The Par
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Figure 7.16. Proposed Cycle Routes
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Upgrade path through school grounds
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ii. Commercial Fishing 24) Commerci
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References for further information
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These include: • Field Studies Co
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7.8 ECONOMIC AND RURAL REGENERATION
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7.8.3 Proposals 1) Local suppliers:
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8. PHASED RESTORATION Summary of ch
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8.1.1 Context Although this is a co
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8.2 THE CRITICAL PATH: PHASING Time
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9.1 PHILOSOPHY The Montgomery is a
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Techniques and events included the
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What do you want conserved or prote
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4) A database of customer groups is
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10.1 NATIONAL SUSTAINABILITY INDICA
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EDUCATION BW-organised visits - num
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Table 10.3 Summary Conservation Obj
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AQUATIC VEGETATION - LOCAL DISTINCT
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10.3.3 Other Biological Monitoring
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Llantysilio Sluice Llantysilio Feed
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References for further information
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Table 11.1 Commitments to Action. F
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