We have launched a social media crusade highlighting inaccuracies and inconsistencies in the proposal. The myth busting campaign debunks numerous facts and figures used in the application, including the number of trees impacted, the cost, the impact on the landscape and its biodiversity, and the data used to justify the plan.

The campaign is running on Facebook and X (formerly known as Twitter) as well as the Friends of Poynton Pool website.

The planning application will see over 31 trees felled and numerous others seriously affected at the picturesque pool popular with locals and visitors alike, if it is approved by Cheshire East Council (CEC) when it goes to Planning Committee on 24th April (previously scheduled for 28th Feb and 27th March).

CEC originally went out to public consultation with the controversial plans for flood mitigation works at the local beauty spot in autumn 2022. The proposals were strongly opposed with over 1,200 responses from members of the public.

The main issues questioned whether the works were needed, raised concerns about the environmental and visual impact of the loss of trees, and that other solutions should be considered.

The cost of the scheme was also a factor with many observations pointing out the money could be better spent elsewhere.

There has been significant opposition from local residents, Poynton Town Council, David Rutley MP and CEC’s own Tree and Nature Conservation Officers. Despite this Cheshire East’s plans, which remain virtually unchanged and cost over £1.4m, will be determined on 24th April 2024.