What’s being proposed
- 156 new houses on greenfield land at Marsh Farm
- Behind The Glebe and Parsons Croft
- A much larger scheme than the 50 existing homes in The Glebe and Parsons Croft
- Roads left open for possible expansion east and south
Resident-led campaign • Hildersley, Ross-on-Wye
Hildersley: wrong place, wrong plan.
Landra is proposing 156 new homes at Marsh Farm in Hildersley, Ross-on-Wye, behind The Glebe and Parsons Croft. See landra-newhomes-ross.co.uk. This site is for sharing the facts, highlighting the local impact, and making it easy for residents to take action.
156 homes
Proposed at Marsh Farm in Hildersley, Ross-on-Wye, behind The Glebe and Parsons Croft.
Greenfield land
A large estate on open countryside, not a natural extension of the area.
Small access road
Accessed via a cul-de-sac currently serving just 13 homes.
The proposal, in plain English
These are the facts residents in Hildersley and Ross-on-Wye can quote and share.
Why that matters
- Traffic and parking pressure on a small local road network
- Questions over access, safety, and emergency vehicles
- Pressure on local services and infrastructure
- Risk that outline permission could make later expansion easier
Why residents are concerned
Keep the message clear, calm, and specific.
Traffic and safety
More homes can mean more cars, more pressure on roads, and more risk around walking routes, crossings, and school runs — especially with access via a small cul-de-sac.
Parking and access
Existing streets may already be tight. Extra demand can make parking, deliveries, bin collections, and emergency access harder for the 13-home road currently proposed as the access point.
Drainage and services
This is marsh land, so drainage and foul water handling need serious scrutiny. Draining the site may just move water elsewhere, and residents want clear proof it won't worsen flooding, sewage pressure, or odours in Ross-on-Wye.
Any existing smell issues near Hildersley roundabout make it even more important to prove the sewage system can cope without adding new nuisance.
Key dates
Useful if you want to take action quickly.
Town Council meeting
Tuesday 30 June 2026
7:00pm at Town Hall, Cantilupe Road.
Developer event
Wednesday 1 July 2026
3–7.30pm at The Larruperz Centre.
Consultation deadline
15 July
Respond to the consultation at landra-newhomes-ross.co.uk and add your own comments in your own words.
Campaign message options
Use one main line everywhere for consistency.
Recommended headline
Protect our estate: wrong development, wrong place.
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We are not anti-change
We support sensible development that fits the area and has proper backing from residents.
2
We want proper planning
The site should show the full impact before any decision is made.
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We want local voices heard
Residents should be informed early and given a real say in what happens next.
Short slogans
A
Wrong place. Wrong plan.
Short, firm, and easy to remember.
B
Protect our estate.
Simple and broad enough for signage and social posts.
C
Residents deserve better.
Works well as a closing line or footer banner.
Get involved
Make it easy for people to act.
Next steps
Respond to the consultation, email the Town Council or Councillor Ed O’Driscoll, and come to the open garden chat if you can.
Any emails sent here will only be used to reply to campaign messages and share updates if you ask for them.
FAQ
Is this anti-housing?
No. The message should be that the proposal is in the wrong place or not properly planned, not that all development is bad.
What should we say in our comments?
Keep it short and specific: say the access, traffic, drainage, and services are not properly planned, and ask for a single masterplan before anything is approved.
What should residents ask for?
A single masterplan, strategic A40 access, proper transport and drainage evidence, and full community consultation from the outset.
Is this the start of something bigger?
That is a fair concern. The developer's own material refers to a wider masterplan, so residents can reasonably ask whether this is a first phase that could open the door to more development later. That is exactly why the access, drainage, and strategic road questions matter now.