Bid to build 49 homes near Thornton Reservoir sunk for third time There were more than 280 objections from residents Fields off Beech Drive, in Thornton, where 49 homes were to be built. Picture: Google Subscribe today to get the latest headlines straight to your inbox with our free email updatesInvalid EmailSomething went wrong, please try again later. Sign up We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time.More info Thank you for subscribingWe have more newslettersShow meSee ourprivacy notice