Caroline White, Project Caroline White, Project CoordinatorCoordinator

Supported by

A major infrastructure

Investment in the South East

The Hindhead area, with its rich cultural and artistic heritage

One of the most extensive, tranquil and beautiful areas in the South East

Biodiversity (SPA, SSSIs) and landscape (AONB) - the largest landscape restoration project in the country

MPCS report - ASSIGNMENT

Research and prepare a report to determinehow the National Trust can effectivelycontribute to the Hindhead partnership’s aimof securing a brighter future for the Hindheadarea:

MPCS report - APPROACH

Initial briefing and tour Review of background information and existing

reports Stakeholder consultation within structured

framework Review of options Consultation workshop with stakeholders Draft and test conclusions and

recommendations

MPCS Report - RECOMMENDATIONS The National Trust should consider a core and satellite

development with a new eco-friendly visitor centre and management facilities at Hindhead with specialist offerings at outlying locations.

The proposed development should aim for a moderate increase in visitor numbers (say 50%), targeting a range of local and sub-regional niche markets rather than the mass tourism market.

Hindhead Together should commission a feasibility study into

the case for “Hindhead Development Trust”?

Concept Statement – Why?

To give guiding principles for redevelopment in the area to the planning authority

To fill the gap whilst core strategy is produced To ensure community buy in to the future of the

area To help to regenerate the area to create a village

with a heart

Concept Statement – How?

Launch meeting – November 2007 Community Workshop – January 2008 Landowners meetings – February 2008 Public Community Exhibition – March 2008 Refinement – March 2008 Approval – April 2008

Concept Statement - The vision for the Hindhead Area

Endorsement by Hindhead Together, the commissioning body

Recommendation by Waverley Borough Council’s Corporate Management Team

Consideration by Waverley Borough Council’s executive – “Accepted fully and with great acclaim”

Presentation to Waverley Borough Council’s full council meeting – 22nd July 08

Adoption as a material consideration in planning application decisions

Hindhead Together – The Wider Work

Working with Landowners to secure high quality redevelopment plans

Consideration of Community Infrastructure; services and amenities for the area, if appropriate

Green Infrastructure Plan for Hindhead Communications Strategy for the partnership’s

ongoing work

Thank you for your time

Any Questions?

caroline@hindheadtogether.org.uk

07772 855090

C/O The Witley Centre, Witley, Godalming,

Surrey. GU8 5QA