National Trust outlines case for A303 Stonehenge public enquiry
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Stonehenge
In anticipation of this meeting, the National Trust has published its Statement of Case, explaining why the Trust will pursue objections to the proposed scheme at the public inquiry.
Stonehenge’s uniqueness is recognised by its World Heritage Site status. We now have the chance to reverse the damage caused to this site and to ensure its continued significance into the future.
The National Trust, with English Heritage and the Highways Agency, wants to transform the Stonehenge landscape by removing the visual intrusion, noise and pollution caused by the A303 and A344. We also want to reconnect the stone circle with the rich historic landscape that surrounds it and provide new and improved visitor facilities.
Martyn Heighton, National Trust’s Territory Director West, said: "We have an unprecedented opportunity to reverse the damage caused to the site and to ensure its spirit of place is secured for the future. The proposed scheme for a 2.1km tunnel beneath Stonehenge could bring substantial benefits, but the Trust is not persuaded enough is being done to conserve and enhance the spirit of place, landscape and archaeological interest of Stonehenge."
He concluded: " A tunnel longer than 2.1km needs to be considered if the integrity of this unparalleled site is to be secured. "
Source: National Trust Press Release 16/11/2003
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