Tedburn St Mary Parish Plan.pdf - Community Council of Devon

“Your“YourTedburn”Tedburn” -YourYourParishParishPlanPlan“Your Tedburn” - Your Parish PlanJune 2013June 2013June 2013

Why do we need a Parish Plan?We are a thriving Parish. We are lucky to have ahuge variety of groups and facilities which otherParishes do not have. We have very successfulsports teams such as the Tedburn Saints and theCricket and Tennis Clubs, and we have a thrivingSchool with a swimming pool.There is a sense of belonging and a value placedon traditions, alongside a welcome for newresidents and ideas.There are currently over 50 organisations, clubs,activities and facilities in the Parish. Theycontribute greatly to the Parish’s sense ofcommunity and are appreciated, supported andencouraged to develop by the residents and otherswho benefit from their existence.So why do we need a Parish Plan?There are six main reasons:First, the Parish last carried out an Appraisal in1998, and much has changed since then. We needto know what today’s parishioners would like tohappen to the Parish as we move forwardSecond, the “Big Society” policy means thatcommunities like ours will have a lot more directcontrol – and responsibility – in relation to whathappens to us in the futureThird, a robust consultation exercise, such as theone undertaken for the Parish Plan, is the only wayof finding out what all sections of our community,and all parts of the Parish, would like to doFourth, when we apply for any funding, fundersalways want to know whether the project is part ofthe Parish PlanFifth, there are things that clearly need to bedone, and gaps that need to be filled, such asproviding more activity for young peopleSixth, Parish planning brings us together,examines priorities, ensures a debate, and enablesus to share ideas for a better future for allWhat did we do?We set up a Steering Group, which met monthly.We:Spoke to many clubs, businesses and people, tofind out what is going on, what people’sconcerns were and what we wanted – includingclubs which had disbandedHeld lots of consultation eventsAsked the schoolchildren what they liked aboutTedburn, and what they didn’t likeDelivered a Questionnaire to every home in theParish and analysed the resultsAsked what new groups people would like tosee, and brought people together to organizethem (such as the Choir and the TedpathGardening and Wildlife Group)Did more consultation after the QuestionnaireIdentified a range of projects which havesubstantial support within the Parish.We also passed on information from ourconsultation to groups and committees, such as theVillage Hall, The Little Chapel and the churches.Pathfinder Residents Association are alreadyworking with Avondale to improve the quality ofthe roads and the signage, and develop wider useof the Community Hall.Why is it called “Your Tedburn”?It is called Your Tedburn because it sets out whatyou have told us you would like to happen.What happens next?We want to achieve as much of the Plan aswe can. To do that, we will need the supportof Parish and other organisations, fundingand the willingness of people to help usachieve them. Some Projects will be easier toachieve than others – but we are sure we willbuild on the successes we have had so far.2

So what does the Parish want?Nearly 600 people answered the Questionnaire, from all parts of the Parish, including the Village Centre,Pathfinder, Woodlands and the surrounding farms and homes. We had replies from people of all ages, fromour older residents to our children. Everybody’s view is important.This is what people would like our Parish to be:A community which actively looks after all of its membersA working Parish following traditional rural occupationsA place where there are lots of activities, providing most of our social lifeThese are our main principles as we implement the Your Tedburn Parish Plan.Here are some of the specific results of the consultation process. Full details are available atwww.tedburnstmary.org.Environment and Communityo People would take part in Parish Clean Up Dayso There is support for a Parish minibuso There is a lot of support for retaining our greenareas within the Parish, including Cleave Close,Four Oaks, the Rec and green fieldso People want to see more of the PoliceHousing Needs Surveyo About 50 people anticipate a housing need.Further information would be needed to clarify thenumbers of people and their needso 50+ people may be looking to buy locallyTraffic, Speeding and Parkingo Problems with speeding (often by residents) andinconsiderate parking – danger to pedestrianso Majority feel that traffic calming at TSM andPathfinder has not worked - support for flashingspeed signs and for joint campaign with the PoliceParish Links and Footpathso Footpath between Four Oaks and the miniroundabouto Footpath and cyclepath linking Pathfinder, BarleyPark, Woodlands and Tedburn village centre, ando Significant support for second exit from theRecreation Field through the cemeteryBulk purchasingo Some interest identified eg oil/gas/logs – threegroups operatingPlanningo We should not support houses outside the villageenvelope or existing housing lineso People on balance would support medium-sizedhousing developments of up to 20 houseso 74% in favour of more light industryBuildingso Significant support for TSM Village Hall, PathfinderCommunity Hall and other buildingso Support for a local centre catering for all agegroups, such as a tea/coffee shopPublic Transporto Bus service to Crediton, particularly for shopping,but also later bus from QE and leisure centreo More would use bus service to Exeter if it wasmore regular (eg late evenings)o Bus stops at Woodlands to be improvedSport and Recreationo Improving access to and facilities at the Reco Play area in TSM village centreo Huge support for a Skate Park and Multi-UseGames Area (a “MUGA”)o Adult swimming pool would be used by 322people, if it were provided!Activitieso A range of activities, but in particular an urgentneed for new provision for youngsters3

THE WAY FORWARD: Your ProjectsThe Steering Group carefully analysed the results of the Questionnaire and all other consultations.Your Projects reflect the subjects that parishioners have identified by their responses and commentaries as important, and care has been taken toensure that the views of minority groups (particularly youngsters, and disabled or elderly people) have been taken into account. The prioritiesattached to each Project reflect the work that will be required to move the Project forward, which may include finding suitable sources of funding,the co-operation of partner organisations and the other resources needed.PROJECT IDENTIFIED NEED THE WAY FORWARD…? PRIORITYYOURACTIVEKIDSA substantial number of people want a new outsideplay area for our younger children, which is moreaccessible for them and people looking after them thanthe Rec. Two possible sites have been identified in theVillage Centre: at the School and in the Orchard at theend of Cleave Close.Take advice from the experts at Teignbridge Counciland consult with parents and the children.Use a proportion of the s106 money (Teignbridgefunding due to come to the Parish).Project to be led by the Parish CouncilImmediateYOURCARINGCOMMUNITYMany people living in the Parish are elderly and cannotget out and about. 50 people said they had mobilityproblems.There are also a number of people with memory andother health problems, and they and their carers canfeel isolated from the community.In a recent study, isolation from the community hasbeen identified as a health risk.There are already some social groups such asTremletts, and Good Companions.A 'Support Group for Dementia Carers' has been setup by 'Unite' which meets at Woodleigh once amonth - tel: 01884 257511 (mornings only).Pathfinder Residents have set up “Mingles”.All organisations within the Parish should look atwhether there are people in the community whocould join in activities if transport could be madeavailable. Could we help each other?Do some people need a 'sitting service'?Project lead to be identifiedOngoingYOURCOMMUNITYCAFÉMany would like a Community Café in the Parish, whichmight be used by different people at different times,such as youngsters, young Mums and others whowould like a place to meet up within the Parish.There are examples in other villages, which could beexplored.Self-financing Social Enterprise business, providinggood food and drinks in a pleasant environment,where people can spend time together informally.This could also provide a venue for displaying andmarketing local crafts or produce.This would be an ambitious project.Project lead to be identifiedLongerterm4

PROJECT IDENTIFIED NEED THE WAY FORWARD…? PRIORITYYOURHOUSINGThe Questionnaire showed that there was still a needfor more affordable housing in the Parish.There may also be a greater need from people whowould like to live in Tedburn but cannot afford to movehere.Share the housing need information from theQuestionnaire with Teignbridge and link up withtheir housing needs information.Plan the provision of any new social housing on thebasis of identified need.Project to be led by the Parish CouncilYOURMINIBUSA number of Parish groups and individuals would use aMinibus to help with their activities, such as awaymatches for the sports teams, getting children andteenagers to and from events, shopping trips toCrediton, after school activities and outings for socialgroups.One local employer may also use a Minibus to help gettheir staff to work. This will help people rely less ontheir own cars, and recognises that the bus services arenot always convenient.Some preliminary work has been done on the projectand it appears to be feasible.We need to consider:How much it will cost to buy;How much it will cost to run, maintain and insure aminibus;How many people will use it; andHow much we would charge.Project to be led by Minibus GroupYOURPARISHLINKPathfinder, Fingle Glen, Barley Park, Woodlands and thevillage centre have no footpaths or cycle paths betweenthem. A footpath and a cycle path would:link the Parish;help people feel less isolated;help more people use our shops, restaurants, andpubs on foot or by bike;allow people to walk their dogs;help children move safely around; andpromote exercise and a healthy lifestyle.Work with landowners to help establish permissivepaths off the road where possible. The project willbe in three parts, going from east to west:1. Pathfinder to Woodlands, via Barley Park andother off-road paths;2. Woodlands to Chicane at Tedburn Village; and3. Village Chicane to mini-roundabout, using vergeand highway.This part of the C50 is already identified as NationalCycle Route No.48 by SUSTRANS and will eventuallylink with other routes in the area;Parts 1 and 3 are achievable with agreement fromHighways and we think we can attract the funding;Part 2 will depend on the willingness of a range ofpeople to make this possible.Project to be led by the Action GroupMediumtermMediumtermLongerterm5

PROJECT IDENTIFIED NEED THE WAY FORWARD…? PRIORITYYOURPOLICEMany parishioners would welcome much more contactwith the Police and a more visible police presence.The main areas of concern identified in theconsultation were speeding and occasional anti-socialbehaviour.The Parish Council has recently established a link withour Community Sergeant, and will be working on:Illegal and unsafe parking;Anti-social behaviour;Educational events at the School; andNeighbourhood Watch and crime reporting.Project to be run by the Parish CouncilImmediateYOURPUBLICTRANSPORTThere are regular bus services passing through theParish and stopping at Pathfinder, Woodlands and theVillage Centre. There are three main issues:An evening bus to and from Exeter;Buses to Crediton; andThere need to be proper bus stops atWoodlands/Barley Park (in both directions).Evidence will be presented to the Bus companies.The Woodlands bus stop in the Village directionneeds to have better access;The bus stop in the Exeter direction needs to bemade safe. This work will be assisted by BarleyPark who plan to level the verge; andWork here will also tie up with the work on YourParish Link.Project to be led by the Action Group inconjunction with the Parish CouncilImmediateYOUR REC The Recreation Field (The Rec) is a great example ofwhat can be achieved by community action – but it nowneeds to be developed and improved to provide a firstclassfacility for teenagers and adults. There was hugesupport for a MUGA (Multi Use Games Area) and quitea bit of support for a skate park.Improvements will be made to the Rec inaccordance with parishioners’ wishes;The Parish Council will support the use of some ofthe S106 monies to help fund work to the Pavilionand to provide equipment for teenagers and adults;ImmediateThere are issues with the Rec, including the access laneand the fact that there is only one entrance.Young people are encouraged to put forward theirthoughts to the Rec; and333 people supported a circular path including via thecemetery, to allow a second exit from the Rec.There are certain sensitivities about the idea of afootpath through the cemetery.Over 320 people said that they would pay to use a localswimming pool. This information has been sharedwith a local business.Project to be led by the Rec in conjunction withthe Parish Council6

PROJECT IDENTIFIED NEED THE WAY FORWARD…? PRIORITYYOUR ROADSAFETYThe Parish has concerns about speed in the Village andat Pathfinder, parking, access to the A30 and the roadoutside Moorview. Many people felt that the trafficcalming systems in the Village centre and Pathfinder donot work. Some parishioners at Pathfinder were keen toprovide assistance to the Police in reducing speed.Work will be done with the Police and DevonCounty Council Highways to develop a TrafficManagement Plan, covering all of these areas.Project to be led by the Parish CouncilMediumtermYOURTEENAGERSOur teenagers need support in finding interestingthings to do. They are important members of thecommunity. We support the efforts of YoungFarmers, Running Deer and the Scouts to provideconstructive things for teenagers to do.Improved facilities at the Recreation Field will giveteenagers better facilities for sport and other outsideactivities.A new Youth Café at the Methodist Hall.The Parish Council is making a contribution to theemployment of a youth worker (part time hours) toassist in the development of youth work in theparish.The Action Group will continue to support andencourage the setting up of other activities whichmay interest younger people such as a Film Cluband a Table Tennis Club.ImmediateThis links with Your Community Café ProjectProject to be led by the Action GroupYOUR TIDYTEDBURNThe appearance of our Parish needs to be improved.There was support for Parish Clean-Up ays, to:Clear rubbish and Keep down the weeds;Clean signs and think about which ones might beremoved or updated;Take a note of anything needing attention, e.g.drains, gullies, potholes, hedges, verges; andNote any improvements that could be made toenhance appearance of the Parish and report themto the Parish Council.DAn excellent way for community groups to worktogether;A goal may be to win an award e.g. ' Best KeptVillage'; andInsurance available through the County Council.Project to be led by the Action Group inconjunction with the Enhancement GroupImmediate7

THE WAY FORWARD: How it can be doneSome of these ideas will be easier to achieve thanothers, and many will need a lot of hard work. Butthere are huge amounts of community spirit andgoodwill, so Your Projects are achievable!There will be an Action Group to oversee theprogress of Your Projects and help run someof them.The Action Group will:make sure that Your Projects work welltogether;work with outside agencies like the CountyCouncil and the District Council, and takeexpert advice if and where necessary; andkeep Your Tedburn Parish Plan underregular review and take further suggestionsfrom parishioners.THE WAY FORWARD: Your New GroupsThe other important part of the consultationprocess was to find out what people liked to do,and to see if there was any interest in setting upnew clubs and organisations.Here are the groups which have so far been set upand are flourishing:COMMUNITY CHOIRBRIDGE CLUBTEDPATH GARDENING ANDWILDLIFE GROUPWEST EXE RIDING CLUBCYCLE CLUBCREATIVE SKILLS GROUPMINGLES COFFEE MORNINGHere are the groups which are being set up at thetime of going to press:TABLE TENNIS CLUBBOULESFILM CLUBAre you interested in joining these clubs orhelping set them up?For further information about any aspect of YOUR TEDBURN, visitwww.tedburnstmary.org, to see the full results of the Consultation Questionnaire,or email us: yourtedburn@hotmail.co.ukLet’s all pull together to make Tedburn aneven better place to live, work and play!With grateful thanks to:Cllrs Jerry Brook and Cllr Peter BromellPathfinder Residents AssociationOur team of delivery volunteersTeignbridge District CouncilFingle GlenHi-LineThe Donkey SanctuaryJackson-Stops & StaffTedburn St Mary SchoolAll of our consultees…And all other people who helped us produce thePlan!8