Save Adlington

The small, rural village of Adlington and its surrounding greenbelt have been unexpectedly thrust into the spotlight. The government’s New Towns Task Force has identified the area as a potential site for a new town—one that could bring 14,000–20,000 new homes, built over nearly 2,500 acres of greenbelt and countryside.

This is not just a modest expansion, for a village of about 1,200 people, this proposal represents a transformation on a massive scale.

Why We’re Concerned

• Loss of Green Belt: Adlington is currently within the Cheshire Green Belt, this development would decimate nearly 1,000 hectares of countryside, farmland, ancient field patterns, and wildlife habitats.
• Threat to Rural Character:: The scale of development could erase Adlington’s identity, effectively merging it with nearby towns such as Macclesfield and Stockport, rather than remaining a standalone community.
• Infrastructure Overload: People already worry that the infrastructure here — from transport to services — is too limited.
• Environmental and Heritage Risks: Local campaigners, including CPRE Cheshire , have flagged serious environmental risks, including damage to agricultural land, loss of biodiversity, and disruption of historic landscapes.

Once the greenbelt is gone, it’s gone forever.

Standing Together

In response to this looming threat, several local groups have come together, united in their mission:

• To strategically oppose the New Town proposal through coordinated action.
• To safeguard Adlington’s greenbelt, rural heritage, and natural habitats.
• To raise public awareness, organise protests, and engage with local media.
• To work with political representatives, including our MP, to make our voices heard.
• To build a broad community movement, ensuring that existing residents, farmers, and nature-lovers all have a say.