Protecting the environment

Besthorpe Quarry

Tarmac already deploys measures to mitigate the impact of quarry operations on air quality, including the use of water spraying in dry conditions, the suspension of soil handling during prolonged dry spells and controlling vehicle speeds to minimise the production of dust. These and other measures will be deployed to ensure sensitive properties and other sensitive receptors are not affected.

Byway North Collingham (BOAT 41), an important local public right of way, will remain open to the public throughout all phases of work, without need for diversion. Tarmac is supporting the current upgrade of the byway as a component of the Trent Valley Way cycle route through the contribution of construction materials. Site operations will be facilitated with the creation of two crossings over the route, allowing transport of mineral from workings to the processing area.

In developing the extension plans, Tarmac conducted a full noise assessment to identify potential noise-sensitive locations around the site and the appropriate mitigation methods. This work was conducted in partnership with Environmental Health and includes noise limits in accordance with national guidance for working minerals sites.

Existing hedgerows and woodland in the surrounding landscape soften and screen views of the existing quarry operation and will perform the same function for the proposed extension.

The site has been and will continue to be subject to archaeological supervision to ensure that any finds or features are appropriately recorded. Throughout its operation, there have been a number of archaeological finds at the current site from a range of time periods which have been handled sensitively.