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Richmondshire District Council
Swale House
Frenchgate
Richmond
North Yorkshire
DL10 4JE

Phone: 01748 829100
Fax: 01748 826186
E-Mail: enquiries@richmondshire.gov.uk

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To help us improve how we engage with our communities, we have introduced the concept of "Area Based Working".

Area Based Working Map

By recognising that different parts of the District have  different needs and issues, Area Based Working is designed to identify these certain area issues and address priorities at a local level. In order to do so, we have designated five separate areas of Richmondshire based on local service centres:

  • A66
  • Centre
  • The Garrison Area
  • Lower Wensleydale
  • Upper Dales

We hope by doing this, we find residents will become more involved in decisions which affect them, as well as having a better understanding of what the area’s priorities are and how to help deal with them. Each area also has its own detailed evidence based profile, building a picture of the place and the people who live and work there.

This approach will provide an opportunity to discuss local concerns and issues, and will be one of the main ways in which we engage with our communities. We hope we can get district councillors, parish councillors, members of the public and representatives of community groups, local businesses, partners and other agencies involved.

If you would like to become involved in Area Based Working then please contact  Chloe Lewis, Policy Support Officer, Tel: 01748 829100

A66 Area

Settlements more closely aligned to Tees Valley from Barnard Castle to Darlington along A66, A1M and A167 routes.  The landscape is mainly Tees lowland, but with a high ridge that separates the Tees and Swale watersheds.  It has a fairly remote rural character, despite sitting between the towns of Barnard Castle, Richmond and Darlington.  The major A1 and A66 transport routes, converge at Scotch Corner.  This famous intersection was originally built by the Romans, who took control of the North at the battle of Scotch Corner in AD 71. 

RDC A66 Map

Relating Documents:

A66 Board Meeting

A66 Forum Meeting

If you would like to become involved in the A66 Area Partnership then contact Sam Radford, Policy and Partnerships Support Officer, Tel: 01748 829100

 Centre Area

The Centre area contains the established lower Swaledale settlements, including Richmond, Catterick and Brompton.  The landscape is defined by the river Swale and lower lying areas are prone to flooding.  Higher ground rises to the north and south.

RDC Areas Centre Map

Relating Documents:

Centre Board Meeting

Centre Forum Meeting

If you would like to become involved in the Centre Area Partnership then contact Alan Simpson, Community Development Worker, Tel: 01748 829100

The Garrison Area

Location of Catterick Garrison Main site and its neighbouring settlements Inc Colburn, Hipswell, Scotton, as well as Marne Barracks.  This area contains the main growth potential for the District as a whole.

 

RDC Areas Garrison Map

Relating Documents:

The Garrison Board Meeting

The Garrison Forum Meeting

If you would like to become involved in the Centre Area Partnership then contact Sue Kelly, Economic Development Officer, Tel: 01748 829100

Lower Wensleydale Area

The Lower Wensleydale area sits between the Yorkshire Dales National Park in the west and the Vale of York in the East.  It is an extensive rural area of high landscape value around the River Ure.

Its main settlements are Leyburn and Middleham, which provide a central focus for several smaller villages.  Historically this area has provided the gateway for travellers heading west over the dales, with Middleham and Bolton Castles a reminder of its strategic significance.

RDC Areas Lower Wensleydale Map

Relating Documents:

Lower Wensleydale Board Meeting

Lower Wensleydale Forum Meeting

If you would like to become involved in the Centre Area Partnership then contact Chloe Lewis, Policy Support Officer, Tel: 01748 829100

Upper Dales Area

Upper Dales is a large upland area of the district split by valleys of Arkengarthdale, Swaledale, Coverdale, Bishopdale and Wensleydale.  This area is almost exclusively covered by the Yorkshire Dales National Park.  It is a major tourist area with extensive areas of natural beauty and the scars of its lead mining heritage.  Lead mining activity peaked in the mid 19th century and was all but spent by the end of the 19th century.

 

RDC Areas Upper Dales Map

Relating Documents:

Upper Dales Board Meeting

Upper Dales Forum Meeting

If you would like to become involved in the Centre Area Partnership then contact Kayleigh Thompson, PA to Assistant Directors, Tel: 01748 829100

 





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