Sedbury Park Mansion
Sedbury Park Mansion near Chepstow was long a private house in quiet grounds. Residents say its use as an HMO has changed the feel of the area.
The Shadows
Residents at The Belfry describe a climate of fear around one neighbour, and grief after an elderly woman died of a brain tumour. These are personal accounts, not findings of fault.
Fire Brigade
Witnesses say firefighters were held up for two hours while a solar-farm control hut burned near Awaisi Mansion. Police were called; no arrests were reported.
Dangerous Driving
People living near Sedbury Lane say cars are speeding, and that some are untaxed, uninsured or without an MOT. They report little action after complaints to Gloucestershire Police.
Discarded Oil
Sedbury dog walkers say pets have needed vet treatment after contact with discarded oil on Offa’s Dyke Walk, and that Environmental Health has not fixed the problem.
The Forest
Residents in the Forest of Dean say public safety and environmental complaints are not being handled properly, pointing to a loose-dog report, pollution concerns, and uneven building inspections.
Arson Attack
A witness says a hedgerow next to Awaisi Mansion was set alight late Tuesday, a man ran towards the mansion, and police left behind a glass container thought to contain accelerant.
Housing Market
Residents and agents say noise, speeding and late-night fireworks are putting buyers off in Sedbury Park. One homeowner says a home they valued at £1.2 million drew an offer of half that.