Speaking about their concerns about how the pit could impact the health of schoolchildren and the elderly, as well as its potential impact on tourism in the area, a number of people living near the King’s Estate have objected online.
While the controversial move will surely delight the eco-conscious King, it could also prompt tension with the Prince and Princess of Wales, as the pit would be located in the fields near their Anmer Hall home.
Locals have expressed concerns that the “smelly” lagoon will cause problems for local residents.
Taking to the public comment section on the council website, one user wrote: “I am concerned that it was confirmed that the lagoon with have no cover. Sandringham Estate itself explained that a cover would indeed help to prevent the odour/gases from escaping into the environment, but that it was a monetary decision not to include one in the plans. Surely the environment and people’s safety should be the priority.”
Another echoed their objection, writing: “I object strongly to these proposals, on the grounds of odour, increased large vehicle movements. Having read the planning statement, this development is clearly proposed for financial reasons alone, with no regard on the impact of the quality of life the wider community and its residents.”
After the plans emerged, resident Tim Harewood spoke out about how Prince William and Princess Catherine may feel, given their close proximity to where the slurry pit would be located. He said: “It’s going to be a huge manure lagoon and bound to be very smelly, which would not be great for Prince William and his family when they go to their country home for a relaxing stay.”
A statement submitted to King’s Lynn and West Norfolk Borough Council with the planning application said: “The proposals involve the formation of a fertiliser storage lagoon to serve an extensive, established land holding of approximately 2,700 hectares.
“This is farmed to grow crops, including modern and traditional wheat, barley, beans, and oat varieties, plus a range of heritage grains. The agricultural holding includes a substantial flock of Aberfield sheep and Beef Shorthorn cattle which produce organic, 100% grass-fed meat.
“As part of the Estate’s ongoing conservation management, an area of arable land has been converted to agroforestry, which involves the integration of crops and livestock in woodland, or among trees, to improve biodiversity. A variety of trees, including cider apple, perry pear, plum, quince, mulberry, and walnut, have since been planted in addition to wildflower strips.
“The proposed development will deliver a new fertiliser storage lagoon to provide fertiliser storage capacity to serve the network of fields surrounding the application site.”
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