The LSR is a long established business which brings many visitors into Launceston and has a significant economic benefit to the local area. The trail proposed in the planning application would have a significant impact on the LSR and its long term future.

Local Planning Policy SAF7 states that former railway trackbeds should be protected for reinstatement of railways. The Cornwall Structure plan states that developments should not harm or undermine the value of facilities whichcontribute to Cornwall’s attraction

for tourism and recreation. The National Planning Policy Framework states that established businesses should be allowed to 'consolidate, grow and prosper' and that developments should support sustainable rural tourism and leisure developments that benefit businesses in rural areas. This planning application, which removes the potential railway reinstatement and significantly affects an established business' ability to grow and prosper, is contrary to all these policies.

Launceston Steam Railway The Old Gasworks St Thomas Road Launceston Cornwall PL15 8DA

More info about the proposed trail can be found on the News page of the LSR Website