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To: Teignbridge council and Dawlish town council

Save the Newhay (Glebe land) Dawlish

I am ending this campaign as it served its purpose by showing both councils how strongly the community feels about saving the Newhay.
A working party has been set up
by Dawlish town council to find a way forward.

Please sign the petition to keep the Newhay (Glebe land) a public amenity.

We would like the councils(Teignbridge and Dawlish) to find alternative ways of funding the lease i.e. use the CIL (community infrastructure levy)or purchase the land , so that it is not disposed of by the Diocese.

Why is this important?

This land is a very popular public amenity, that is used by all ages for a number of different activities. 

It is historically important to the town. 

Increased house building on outskirts of Dawlish have taken away acres of green space, making the Newhay even more important to protect.

It offers diverse habitats for native wildlife, as well as a recreational area. 

It offers opportunities for those that cannot drive to connect with nature, promoting physical and mental well being.

How it will be delivered

In person at a Dawlish Town Council meeting on 2nd July 2025

Dawlish, UK

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Updates

2025-07-03 22:19:55 +0100

Thank you so much for signing this petition, it was handed to the Mayor of Dawlish at yesterdays full council meeting (2/7/25). This petition has definitely raised awareness of how important the Newhay is to the community and that it would be devastating for us all to loose the use of it.
The majority of Dawlish councillors voted to apply to Teignbridge District Council for the Newhay to be registered as an Asset of Community Value, and for the Town Council to allocate up tp £12,000to undertake due diligence work in relation to the site.
A task and finish group has been formed to consult with the Diocese and the public about the future of this important space.
This petition will also be handed to Teignbridge Councillors as soon as we are invited to attend the next appropriate meeting.
Also, a big thank you goes to those that were able to attend the Council meeting and speak out to support the cause.

2025-06-20 02:35:10 +0100

1,000 signatures reached

2025-06-18 11:37:26 +0100

500 signatures reached

2025-06-17 21:07:29 +0100

100 signatures reached

2025-06-17 20:27:24 +0100

50 signatures reached

2025-06-17 20:15:50 +0100

25 signatures reached

2025-06-17 20:03:00 +0100

10 signatures reached