Graham is urging residents to make their views known over proposals affecting Preston’s historic Nun’s Walk.
A Draft Order has been published which would stop up around 200 yards of the existing public footpath known locally as Nun’s Walk and replace it with a diverted route alongside the Cranswick site.
Residents are invited to meet Graham at Nun’s Walk on Friday 17 July at 5pm, when he will walk the route and hear concerns directly from local people.
Nun’s Walk is regarded locally as an ancient route with longstanding links to the history of Preston and is valued by many residents as an important part of the village’s heritage.
The route runs between Main Street and Luck Lane and forms part of a popular village walk. Parts of its cobbled surface remain visible today. Nun’s Walk was renovated by Preston Parish Council in 1995 as part of the Preston Parish Trail, and new gates were installed in 2025 following work with East Riding Council’s countryside access team.
Having heard concerns from residents, Graham has written to Cranswick asking the company to work with local people and Preston Parish Council to explore whether a solution can be found which protects Nun’s Walk while allowing the business to meet its operational needs.
Graham said: “Many residents have contacted me with concerns about the future of Nun’s Walk and the potential impact these proposals could have on an important part of Preston’s heritage.
“Nun’s Walk is regarded locally as an ancient route with longstanding links to the history of the village and is valued by many residents as an important part of Preston’s heritage.
“Cranswick is an important local employer and I recognise the contribution it makes to our area. However, local people deserve to have their voices heard and their concerns properly considered before any decision is taken.
“That is why I have written to Cranswick and why I will be meeting residents and walking the route myself.
“I would encourage anyone with views on these proposals to come along on Friday and to make their voice heard before the consultation closes.”
The Department for Transport is accepting comments and objections on the Draft Order until 27 July 2026.
Residents wishing to object can do so by emailing [email protected] and quoting reference NATTRAN/Y&H/S247/6321.
