Harden Neighbourhood Development Plan - Regulation 16 Consultation

6. HERITAGE

6.0 INTRODUCTION

6.0.1 Excavations on Leech Lane led to discoveries of pottery, coins and elephant ivory which suggest Harden was once a Roman settlement around 150 AD. The first written record of Harden is in the Domesday Book of 1086 written as 'Hateltone' or 'Hateltun. Presently, there are some examples of buildings dating back to the 17th century with many more examples from the 18th and 19th centuries.

6.0.2 Harden, like many settlements in the area was predominantly home to agricultural workers, and later, mill workers. Many of these buildings are still

present today, although most now serve alternative uses, such as residential and have been altered over time, meaning many no longer contain all of their original architectural features.

6.0.3 The Neighbourhood Plan seeks to protect heritage assets, and supports their sensitive enhancement and restoration. Listed buildings and monuments are sufficiently covered and protected by national and local planning policy so these are not addressed in this section.

6.1 COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT IDENTIFIED THAT:

• 43 people felt the Neighbourhood Plan should promote heritage and conservation
• Retaining the character of the village was the most popular response when people were asked what Harden should be like in 15 years with 34 responses

6.2 KEY OBJECTIVES

• Conserve local heritage and ensure new developments are in keeping with the local character
• Promote sensitive enhancement and /or restoration of non-designated heritage assets

ST IVES ESTATE

6.2.1 St Ives Estate is a 550 acre Grade II Listed historic park and gardens containing a variety of buildings of historical interest. The estate is highly valued locally and regionally as a place of recreational, ecological and heritage value.

6.2.2 St Ives estate is a Local Wildlife Site and is within the Bradford Wildlife Habitat Network. The estate comprises ancient semi-natural woodland, deciduous woodland, and lowland fens which support a variety of flora and fauna. Within the estate are locally significant artefacts such as Lady Blantyre's Rock and the William Busfeild Ferrand Obelisk Monument - two memorials built in honour of former residents of the estate.

6.2.3 St Ives is well used by residents and visitors – attracting around 300,000 visitors annually including walkers, bird watchers, anglers, horse riders. The estate includes public amenities such as a large children's play area, a café, and public toilets.

6.2.4 There are 14 listed buildings or monuments within the estate including Old Harden Grange a country house dating back to early to mid 17th Century and St Ives Mansion House dating back to mid to late 19th Century. Also within the estate are residential properties, several business premises, St Ives golf course, and St Ives discovery centre.

6.2.5 The Neighbourhood Plan will work closely with Bradford Council and the many stakeholders involved in the estate, including the Friends of St Ives, a local group promoting activities on the estate, whilst aiming to conserve its traditions.

6.2.6 List of listed buildings / monuments:

1. Cairns
2. Ryecroft Farmhouse
3. Barn immediately to the north of no.13 Ryecroft
4. 13 Ryecroft
5. Ivy House Farmhouse (Ryecroft)
6. Hill End farmhouse
7. Hostel Stone
8. Goit stock cottages
9. Ivy House Farmhouse (Harden)
10. Harden Hall
11. Garden wall and mounting block attached to south front of Harden Hall
12. Entrance gatepiers and wall with balcony attached to barn aproximately 10 metres east of Harden Hall
13. Barn approximately 10 metres east of Harden Hall
14. Barn approximately 25 metres south east of Harden Hall
15. Harden Beck Bridge
16. Harden Wesleyan Methodist Church
17. Harden War Memorial
18. Harden Congregational Church
19. 2-3 Crowther Fold
20. Ferrands Stone
21. Wood Bank
22. 22. Stable block architecture Harden Grange Farm
23. Footbridge over Harden Beck
24. Entrance gate piers to St Ives Estate
25. Betty's Lodge
26. Barn Low Park
27. Outbuilding approximately 15 metres north east of number 3 Cuckoo Nest
28. Steps, gate piers and flanking walls to front of Cuckoo Nest
29. Cuckoo Nest
30. Footbridge approximately 10 metres east of coppice pond
31. Dutch barn to rear of the home farm building at St Ives
32. Wall to rear of the cottage at Old Harden Grange forming walled garden
33. The cottage attached at right angles to north west corner of Old Harden Grange
34. Wall attached to south front of the cottage at Old Harden Grange
35. Old Harden Grange
36. St Ives Mansion House
37. The stable block used by Turf Research Institute

MAP 7 - Listed buildings and scheduled monuments

6.2.7 This policy seeks to protect heritage assets from development and supports their sensitive enhancement and restoration. 43 people felt the plan should include policies that promote heritage and conservation at the initial engagement exercises. This is a non-exhaustive list and may be added to in the future.

This policy seeks to achieve aims & objectives 3, 4.

This policy aligns with CBMDC adopted core strategy 2017 policies PN1, EN3.

MAP 8 - MAP OF LISTED BUILDINGS AND SCHEDULED MONUMENTS

6.2.8 Dry stone walls are a defining feature of Harden that contributes to the rural character of the village. This policy seeks to ensure that existing stone walls are retained, wherever possible, where planning permission is required.'

6.2.9 For over 300 years quarrying was prominent on the western edge of Harden Moor with many quarrymen residing in the hamlet of Ryecroft. Yeadonian Sandstone quarried here was used to build many local buildings and dry stone walls. Stone was also quarried in Harden to help build Saltaire.

6.2.10 Engagement exercises identified that:

• Dry stones walls are a defining characteristic of Harden that are locally valued
• 43 people felt the plan should include policies that promote heritage and conservation at the initial engagement exercises.

This policy seeks to achieve aims & objectives 3, 4.

This policy aligns with CBMDC adopted core strategy 2017 policy EN3.

MAP 9 – MAP OF EXISTING STONE WALLS

6.2.11 The local topography and landscape provide many great views and vistas of the surrounding area. These are highly valued by residents and visitors and contribute to the rural character of Harden.

6.2.12 The views included in this policy have been suggested by members of the project group. A key view assessment has been undertaken using the Ryecroft Conservation Area appraisal and the Wilsden Landscape Character Supplementary Planning Document, and is contained in the evidence base and appendix to the Neighbourhood Plan. The views included in this policy are non-exhaustive and may be added to or amended in the future.

6.2.13 Initial engagement identified that:

• The rural nature, countryside and green spaces were the 2nd most popular response to what people like to most about Harden.
• Green spaces was the most important issue when people were asked what the Neighbourhood Plan should cover.

This policy seeks to achieve aims & objective 4.

This policy aligns with CBMDC adopted core strategy 2017 policy EN3.

MAP 10 – KEY VIEWS/VISTAS