Plans for a new static caravan site near Malvern have been thrown out after local residents opposed the move.
According to the Malvern Gazette, there were 40 objections to the plans from W J Beard and Leigh Sinton Nurseries to construct the site for 31 timber-clad caravans.
The companies had already received permission for 24 units but opted to ask for more, which resulted in the Leigh and Bransford Parish Council noting that it was against the move.
Objectors were concerned that the work would harm the landscape and “close the gap between Leigh Sinton and Malvern”.
There are also worries over increased traffic on the B4505, despite the applicants producing their own 22-name petition in favour of the site.
Malvern Hills District Council planning officers had backed the move, saying that it would be appropriate use of the land, but the southern area development control committee voted against it, citing the lack of a demonstrable need for the development and its effect on the landscape.
Meanwhile, the Camping and Caravanning Club has predicted another bumper year of trading in 2010.
