Bibury
Famous for Arlington Row - one of the most photographed villages in England. No new allocations proposed.
190
Current homes
38
Additional by 2043
20%
Growth
0
New allocation
What This Means
Bibury would see 20% growth (38 homes) but with no new allocations. All growth would come from existing permissions and windfalls.
Given the village's extreme heritage and tourism sensitivity (Arlington Row, the Cotswold trout farm, historic church), this approach appears to recognise Bibury's unique character.
Key Issues
- Arlington Row: One of the most iconic sites in England - any development must protect its setting
- Tourism pressure: Very high visitor numbers impact village life
- National Landscape: Entirely within the protected area
- No Neighbourhood Plan: The community has no formal mechanism to guide development
CDC's Own Evidence
The Council's own evidence base confirms why Bibury has no new allocations.
National Landscape - Highest Protection
Bibury is entirely within the Cotswolds National Landscape - the highest level of landscape protection in England.
The IIA confirms that developing within the National Landscape "breaks planning law". The zero allocation for Bibury reflects this constraint.
Unique Heritage Sensitivity
Bibury's iconic status - with Arlington Row being one of the most photographed scenes in England - creates exceptional sensitivity beyond even other National Landscape villages.
- Zero new allocations respects this sensitivity
- Growth limited to windfalls only (small sites/conversions)
How to use this evidence
When responding to the consultation, you can support the zero allocation approach by citing the National Landscape protection and Bibury's exceptional heritage status. You may also compare this approach to other National Landscape villages that have received new allocations.
Have Your Say
The consultation closes 2 January 2026.
Online: Consultation Portal | Email: local.plan@cotswold.gov.uk (CC: planning@cotswold.gov.uk)
How to Respond EffectivelyLast updated: December 2025. For definitive information, refer to official consultation documents.