Stonehenge is an icon of our islands. Together with the surrounding landscape it is an archaeological treasure store without parallel in Europe.
But now the government plans to build an “expressway” and tunnel through the Stonehenge UNESCO World Heritage Site.
New dual carriageway roads, deep cuttings and massive tunnel entrances would scar the landscape for ever. Ancient remains would be destroyed.
Precious nature areas including local rivers and springs could also be at risk.
Tranquil areas would suffer constant noise and there would be a major increase in traffic along the route of the new road. It would be a big step backwards in the fight against air pollution and climate change.
Highways England are supposed to be consulting us on their plans until 5 March – but shockingly they are offering no real choice. Both their proposed schemes involve tunnel entrances inside the World Heritage Site. Either option would be bound to inflict massive damage.
Please use the letter to tell Highways England they must think again.
If you would like more information please see these detailed objections on the website of our allies The Stonehenge Alliance.
