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Manchester Evening News
Manchester Evening News
National
Nick Statham

Community farm hailed as a 'hidden gem' by families SAVED from closure

A closure-threatened urban farm hailed as a ‘hidden gem’ by families appears to have been saved after controversial plans to enhance the site were given the green light.

The Garden House, in Marple, has been at the centre of a long-running planning wrangle since Stockport council rejected initial proposals four years ago.

In the meantime, the Lakes Road visitor attraction has continued to operate without permission as an outdoor visitor attraction.

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