Published: 7 October 2025
UPDATE – What’s happening and where you can find more information.
A leaflet is being sent to every house in the village outlining the main facts about the development and a second more detailed leaflet will follow soon.
The Pott Shrigley Parish Council is part of The Task and Finish Group of local councils working closely with the “Stop Adlington New Town” group” to oppose the development. The Clerk and councillors have already attended several meetings.
There is a wealth of information now available in opposition to this proposal. Instead of repeating what is available elsewhere, below are links to the best sources.
Prestbury Parish Council has the most comprehensive collection of information.
Supporters of the Adlington Greenbelt
The Parish Council was recently informed of the government’s proposal to designate the former Adlington Hall Estate as the site for one of its planned ‘New Towns’, comprising approximately 14,000 to 20,000 new dwellings. Although the proposed development site is not immediately adjacent to Pott Shrigley, its establishment will have a significant impact on our parish and surrounding communities. The council is totally opposed to this development particularly as the land is good agricultural land, designated Green Belt and is of significant historic importance.
Both Tim Roca MP and Cheshire East Council have expressed their surprise at this announcement, with Mr Roca formally stating his opposition to the proposed development.
At its September meeting, attended by approximately 50–60 members of the public, the Parish Council provided an opportunity for residents and interested parties to express their views. The Council will continue to liaise closely with neighbouring parish councils, Cheshire East Council, and our Member of Parliament to ensure that the views and concerns of the community are fully represented as the situation develops.
Further information will be made available on this website as it emerges.
New Towns Taskforce Final Report
Joint letter from Bollington, Pott Shrigley and Poynton Councils to the Secretary of State
To get involved and be kept up to date click on the link below