Purpose Question Assessment

Prevent the merging of settlements Question 1A: Are there physical features to prevent the merging of settlements and does the land contribute to maintaining the open and undeveloped character of the land? The site is heavily populated by trees however there are no more permanent physical features to prevent the merging of Barwell and Earl Shilton, in Hinckley and Bosworth Borough Council area. Leicester Road provides some barrier but this is located outside the District Council's boundary. The land is however undeveloped.

Question 1B: Are there features to provide a visual perception of distance between settlements? The land is mostly screened by boundary hedgerows along Leicester Road and the A47. Some views are afforded from Elmesthorpe Lane. The land does not make a significant contribution to a visual perception of distance between settlements however it is important to note this is relatively small triangle of land at the end of a larger wedge that is outside the authority area. No development is present however to give the impression of a built up area.