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Bellway Strategic Land submits plans for up to 140 new homes in Eccleshall

Bellway Strategic Land has submitted an outline planning application for up to 140 new homes in Eccleshall.

Supporting image for story: Bellway Strategic Land submits plans for up to 140 new homes in Eccleshall

Supporting image for story: 'This is about ensuring we don't change the nature and character of our communities' - Eccleshall councillor calls on county council to support rural residents

'This is about ensuring we don't change the nature and character of our communities' - Eccleshall councillor calls on county council to support rural residents

Supporting image for story: Councillors agree to relax door rule previously imposed on Staffordshire vehicle repair business

Councillors agree to relax door rule previously imposed on Staffordshire vehicle repair business

Supporting image for story: Master Saddler Kate Hardt boosts sustainability with leather repair shop

Master Saddler Kate Hardt boosts sustainability with leather repair shop

Supporting image for story: Free dental check‑ups for veterans and service personnel this Remembrance weekend

Free dental check‑ups for veterans and service personnel this Remembrance weekend

Supporting image for story: Government funding awarded to South Staffordshire projects - including sports club and services for the blind

Government funding awarded to South Staffordshire projects - including sports club and services for the blind

Supporting image for story: 'We must say no': Petition against over-development of Eccleshall presented to cabinet members

'We must say no': Petition against over-development of Eccleshall presented to cabinet members

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Bellway Strategic Land submits plans for up to 140 new homes in Eccleshall

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About Eccleshall

Eccleshall first gained prominence as a market town. Its high street is known for its Georgian buildings and remains the focal point for the town.