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Apr 2023
Repairs planned for listed weir at risk of collapse at Studley Royal
The National Trust has applied for planning permission to carry out repairs to an ancient weir that is in danger of collapse.
The weir, to the north-east end of Studley Royal Water Garden, is a listed structure and forms part of the World Heritage Site at Fountains Abbey near Ripon.
The work will aim to stabilise the retaining walls around the weir, parts of which date back to the early 18th century. As part of its application on behalf of the National Trust, JBA Consulting said:
Part of the retaining wall is at risk of collapse.
The application said the footpath along the side of the river and the footbridge over it would remain open during the works.
However, access to the river bank may need to be restricted for safety reasons, it said. A temporary works area will be installed to the north of the river to store materials and allow a vehicle to be kept on site.
The application added:
The plans will be decided by North Yorkshire Council at a later date. To view or comment on the application, visit the planning pages of North Yorkshire Council's website and use reference ZC23/01443/LB.
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