OUR CITY NOT FOR SALE: SAVE OUR GREEN BELT
Durham City is the most important heritage and tourism asset for the region. The World Heritage Site of landmark Norman Cathedral and Castle set in a green landscape bowl is protected by Green Belt. The Cathedral is the biggest visitor attraction in the North East. We, the undersigned, promote the protection of this jewel in the North East for the benefit of future generations.
OUR VISION for the future of the COUNTY is to improve the economy of the whole County. In order to achieve this, harness all County Durham’s special assets, including its people, culture, skills, environment and heritage.
OUR VISION FOR THE FUTURE OF DURHAM CITY
• Promote the extraordinary assets of Durham City to support the overall economic performance of County Durham.
• Protection of the World Heritage Site: views & setting are paramount
• No erosion of the Green Belt round Durham City except on sites that do not erode the identity of a small historic cathedral city.
• Development of brown field sites: County Hospital, Byland Lodge, Bus Depot, disused petrol stations, Old Shire Hall, empty retail sites on Dragon Lane.
• Development of purpose built blocks for student accommodation to release houses for families
• Concentrate on promoting Durham City as a tourist destination
• Improve and promote range of green transport – development of cycle paths, footpaths, use of mini buses, school walking buses.
Please download a copy of the Durham City Green Belt Petition and collect supporters signatures, 
display the poster or
print some copies of the Flyer to deliver locally.
Please include me in your mailing lists, I would also appreciate a contact telephone number for future coverage to which I should be able to assist your group.