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King Charles’ giant slurry pit plan sparks outrage near Sandringham

A royal waste facility could soon tower over Prince William’s home—but villagers warn of stench and hazards. Will the borough council halt the king’s controversial plan?

The picture is taken outside the street. At the bottom there is footpath and road, on the road...
The picture is taken outside the street. At the bottom there is footpath and road, on the road there is some waste. In the center there are windows, pipes and a gate. At the top there is a hoarding. In the center towards right there is brick wall.

King Charles’ giant slurry pit plan sparks outrage near Sandringham

Plans for a large slurry pit near Prince William’s home on the Sandringham estate have sparked concerns among locals. The King Charles intends to build the facility to store animal waste as organic fertiliser for his fields. If approved, it would hold up to two million gallons of liquid manure.

The proposed pit, measuring 86 by 46 metres, would be surrounded by an 8ft embankment planted with wildflowers. Sandringham estate management submitted the plans, with manure sourced from local farms and livestock operations. However, Flitcham parish council has raised worries about safety risks and strong odours affecting nearby residents.

A decision on the slurry pit now rests with the borough council. If built, the facility would store waste for fertilising the King's farmland. The outcome will determine whether additional measures are needed to manage potential odours and safety issues.

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