Mallory Park race circuit 'could close' over 92-day rule
The future of Mallory Park race circuit could depend on the outcome of a meeting taking place today over noise and the number of days it can operate.
Residents in nearby Kirkby Mallory say they have been told the circuit could be sold to a housing developer unless they agree to extended opening hours.
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The circuit is subject to an agreement dating back to 1985, which restricts its operations to 92 days a year.
However, the circuit has increased its business profile and has extended the days and hours it is active.
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The track would like to operate on at least 160 days to remain viable. Otherwise, bosses say, it could close.
A meeting to hammer out a solution is being held this evening for residents, the track company and Hinckley and Bosworth Borough Council.
Villager Garry Ball is a member of the liaison group set up by the borough council to reach an agreement.
He said: "The meeting is very important. There are people who want to stick to 92 days, and others are willing to allow more days.
"We would like to reach an agreement with the Mallory Park operating company, but we have to take into consideration the quality of life of people who live near the track.
"The vast majority of the village is only 500 metres away.
"We have been told that the owners of the track have been offered money by a housing developer should the operation prove unviable. Should that happen, then any houses that are planned must fit in with the character of the village."
Jason McClean, spokesman for the circuit, has e-mailed residents and supporters urging them to contact the borough council if they support racing and allied activities.
However, he refused to make any comment until after tonight's private meeting on the possibility the land could be sold to a housing developer.
UPDATE: Mallory Park meeting planned for tonight is cancelled
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by RocknRoller
Thursday, March 14 2013, 10:55PM
“Sorry folks but if you take a little time to read the forum post on the below link you'll find a very balanced view of this topic!
http://tinyurl.com/c5laeva
thanks!”
by Thort
Wednesday, March 13 2013, 9:14AM
“If people who live in Kirkby Mallory don't like noise from a racing circuit, why did they buy a house next to a racing circuit? It's been there since 1955. If they don't like it, they should move elsewhere.”
by Thort
Wednesday, March 13 2013, 9:14AM
“If people who live in Kirkby Mallory don't like noise from a racing circuit, why did they buy a house next to a racing circuit? It's been there since 1955. If they don't like it, they should move elsewhere.”
by Cooper1275
Friday, March 08 2013, 7:28PM
“Unless the residents complaining moved to the village before 1950 - what is their problem. In the 60-70's the days used and noise was a lot higher than it was today. If you don't like the noise and traffic for the number of days the circuit operates then don't buy a house next to it you idiots. I bought a house next to a school so I knew what I was getting in to a consequently I DON'T WHINGE every time there's a parents evening or function going on. Smoothuk1 is right the circuit will be redeveloped and then Kirkby Mallory will be spoilt for ever. Never mind the Housing the circuit I think could fall in to the same use code as an entertainments venue!!!!”
by Cavey65
Thursday, March 07 2013, 1:29PM
“Slander refers to spoken words. The term you are struggling for is libel.”
by Rollers
Thursday, March 07 2013, 1:23PM
“You might want to read this..
http://tinyurl.com/y9pla6”
by oldjohn
Thursday, March 07 2013, 7:27AM
“Who cancelled the meeting and why ?”
by Lordpostie
Wednesday, March 06 2013, 12:29PM
“If this circuit does close I hope the protesters get what they deserve, more houses, supermarket, shops buses, congestion noise pollution..”
by Smoothuk1
Wednesday, March 06 2013, 11:16AM
“The people who bought property near any race track in the uk must realize that there is gonna be noise, and to except it or not buy around those areas in the first place. But soon as Mallory Park is no longer used, building developers and supermarkets are gonna jump at it and the ppl living near by will have to put up with it as the big supermarkets have more money to waste fighting planning then local councils simple”
by 4_Stroke
Wednesday, March 06 2013, 10:26AM
“So the question to the villagers must be, do you want a race track or a major new housing development? The choice is yours!”