Save Ryebank Fields

Who We Are

A community standing up for nature

Our group was formed in 2024 in response to Manchester Metropolitan University's proposed development of 120 houses on Ryebank Fields and the invasive site surveys carried out during the planning process. Through lawful and peaceful protest, we have sought to defend a valued local green space and promote meaningful community involvement in planning decisions. We believe that local people should have a genuine voice in shaping developments that affect their neighbourhoods. Planning decisions should reflect the needs, aspirations, and values of the communities most directly impacted by them. Local authorities have a responsibility to listen to residents and carefully consider their views when making decisions that affect public health, wellbeing, and the environment. Our campaign is dedicated to ensuring that Ryebank Fields remains a community woodland and meadow for current and future generations to enjoy.

Planning Update

Planning Application
Ref: 143413/FO/2025

Manchester City Council (MCC) advised on the 17th of February 2026 that our community-led and funded planning application to retain Ryebank Fields as a woodland and meadow was ready to be determined by their Planning Committee. We have made several requests to the council to confirm the planning committee date — please see below a copy of our most recent communication to the Planning Officer responsible for our application. As soon as we know the date for the planning committee meeting we will update our social media and website. Once again, a huge thanks for your patience and continued support.

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Ryebank Fields Community Group is a non-profit limited company and a member of the National Council for Voluntary Organisations (NCVO). We rely on the generosity of the local and wider communities to fund our efforts. Please consider making a donation — with your help we can save Ryebank Fields.

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