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The Latest Breaking News from Northumberland Estates

'Peasants revolt' secures victory after decade-long London allotments battle

The agreement was reached with the Duke of Northumberland’s estate to finally secure the future of the plots

Evening Standard · Mar 13

Duke of Northumberland loses fight to build on green space in west London

Development plans to pave over allotments in Isleworth rejected on grounds it would harm heritage assets

The Guardian - UK · Dec 12, 2023

Victory for ‘peasants’ revolt’ as Duke’s appeal over allotment plan is rejected

The Duke of Northumberland planned to build 80 flats on the three acre site to fund repairs to his Grade I listed residence Syon House in West London

Evening Standard · Dec 12, 2023

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Duke could close allotments if homes proposal fails, inquiry told

Estate trustees would have a ‘decision to make about permanent closure’, a planning consultant said.

The Independent UK · Aug 4, 2023

Duke’s allotment management was ‘dereliction by design’, inquiry told

Strong opposition to the proposals was aired by the chair of the allotment association.

The Independent UK · Aug 3, 2023

Homes proposal a ‘bid to line Duke of Northumberland’s pockets’, inquiry told

Northumberland Estates says its plans would help provide an income stream for conservation works to Syon House.

The Independent UK · Aug 1, 2023

Prospective 56-hectare Green Belt solar energy farm in Backworth narrowly approved by North Tyneside Council

The site will generate 28 megawatts of electricity and potentially power up to 9,000 homes a year

Chronicle Live · May 10, 2023

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Northumberland Estates submits £300m mixed use development plans for North Tyneside

The development and investment company hopes to bring homes, schools and commercial space to the Killingworth Moor site

Birmingham Post · Apr 7, 2023

Fears Northumberland Estates housing plans could kill off ancient black poplar tree

The beloved Acklington tree fell during Storm Arwen, but the Woodland Trust believes it may still alive

Chronicle Live · Apr 3, 2023

Duke of Northumberland's controversial plans for Prudhoe housing development refused for a second time

Northumberland Estates are considering an appeal of the decision

Chronicle Live · Mar 31, 2023

North East business life: charity, community and award events in the region

Companies featuring this week include Peacock Group, Northumberland Estates and Verdant Leisure

Birmingham Post · Mar 2, 2023

New homes scheme refused for the third time for Backworth Business Park in Northumberland

Councillors have rejected the scheme for 57 homes fearing future occupants would not be saved from industrial noise

Chronicle Live · Feb 14, 2023

New Lidl and Greggs proposed in Benton at site of Mercedes dealership

50 new jobs could be created if the development gets the green light at Bellway Industrial Estate

Chronicle Live · Jan 12, 2023

Compass Developments lines up second deal with Northumberland Estates

The company is set to create 36,000 sq ft of industrial space at the Lionheart Enterprise Park in Alnwick

Birmingham Post · Dec 19, 2022

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Birmingham Post · Nov 6, 2022

Broadband specialist Alncom to ramp up rural connections with eight-figure funding

The Alnwick business is aiming to connect 50,000 rural premises in the region on the back of the new funding

Birmingham Post · Oct 28, 2022

Plans for £5m solar farm unveiled by Northumberland Estates

The company is also exploring options to deliver roof-top solar energy and battery energy storage systems

The Guardian - UK · Sep 23, 2022

Dozens starstruck at Northumberland dark skies mass trespass

Participants view Milky Way and Andromeda galaxy as campaigners bemoan restrictions on right to roam

Birmingham Post · Sep 23, 2022

Profits hold despite big fall in revenues at Northumberland Estates

The business arm of the Duke of Northumberland says it is looking to invest in affordable housing and renewable energy

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Chronicle Live · Aug 30, 2022

Work to review safety measures on Tyne bank in Northumberland after teen Robert Hattersley's death

Work is ongoing to improve safety on both sides of the river

Birmingham Post · Jul 20, 2022

Northumberland Estates eyes move into battery storage market with two North Tyneside sites

The property development and investment company, which includes the business interests of the Duke of Northumberland, hopes to capitalise on renewables demand

Chronicle Live · May 8, 2022

Amble residents campaign against Northumberland Estates' proposed supported living development

There are concerns locally about the impact of the development on The Braid, a popular green space in the town

Evening Standard · May 5, 2022

Syon House: allotment holders offer to buy land from the Duke of Northumberland in ‘peasants’ revolt’ row

Allotment holders seek to buy land to halt plans to build 80 homes on a three-acre site.

Birmingham Post · Apr 26, 2022

Northumberland Estates unveils plans for £17m Wynyard supermarket, food and drink development

The plans could lead to 180 jobs as well as creating or safeguarding jobs in the construction phase

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