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BBC News
25-05-2025
- General
- BBC News
New homes plan for site in Clowne shelved
Plans to build council homes on a plot of land in Clowne have been District Council says the site, off Rood Lane, will be removed from its new homes programme due to the complexities around building at the the authority will explore using the land as a sports pitch or nature area."We have looked at the options available for this site and we feel it is in the best interests of the council and the local area to remove it from our Bolsover Homes building programme," said council leader Jane Yates. "We will now look to use this land for either Biodiversity Net Gain or leisure purposes that will benefit the local community, with a further report being submitted for our consideration."
The Sun
08-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
New indoor waterpark with 500-room hotel and restaurants moves closer to opening in Derbyshire town after success in US
A GIANT new indoor waterpark with a 500-room hotel is a step closer to coming to Derbyshire — promising to bring jobs, leisure and a splash of excitement to a former mining area. A US firm, Great Wolf Resorts, plans to build the huge complex on fields off Gapsick Lane, near the village of Clowne. 4 4 The multi-million scheme would include a massive waterpark, hotel, conference centre, golf facilities, a games arcade and restaurants. If approved, the project could create up to 500 jobs near the site of a colliery that shut back in 1961. The company already has planning permission for a similar resort in Bicester, Oxfordshire, and is eyeing another location in Basingstoke, Essex. Bosses from Great Wolf recently met with Bolsover District Council, which covers Clowne, to discuss the proposals. A public consultation with villagers will take place on May 20, giving residents a chance to have their say. Council leader Jane Yates said yesterday: 'This is an exciting project that will certainly put us on the map. "One of our key priorities is growth and the creation of jobs. "This proposal not only meets this but will provide us with leisure opportunities fit for 21st-century living. 'The meeting was an important first step in the development process that allowed councillors the opportunity to ask questions. "I would urge people to attend the exhibition and public consultation and have their say on what is a very exciting proposal.' Great Wolf Resorts operates more than 20 family holiday destinations across the US and Canada. Its resorts are known for their massive indoor waterparks, themed rooms, and family-friendly entertainment. The proposed site has an intriguing past. Oil was once found in the area, but the well was abandoned after managing to produce just half a pint a month. Clowne itself has deep historical roots, dating back to Roman times. The village's name comes from the nearby River Clun, and Gapsick is thought to mean a route between hills or woods in a remote location. The project is seen as a potential game-changer for the area, which has long been searching for investment and new opportunities since the decline of mining. Locals hope the development will not only bring jobs, but also boost other businesses in the area, from shops and pubs to taxi firms and B&Bs. While some villagers are excited about the plans, others have raised concerns about increased traffic, noise, and the impact on local services. The upcoming public consultation is expected to give both supporters and critics a chance to voice their views. If the plans move forward smoothly, construction could begin in the next couple of years — with hopes the waterpark could open its doors before the end of the decade. 4
BBC News
08-05-2025
- Business
- BBC News
Plans for new family holiday park attraction in Clowne
A major family holiday park attraction could be built in Derbyshire and create up to 500 leisure operator Great Wolf Resorts wants to build a 500-bedroom hotel, indoor water park, conference facilities and varied leisure facilities on the outskirts of for the land off the A619/Gapsick Lane junction also include mini-golf, mini-bowling, ropes course, games arcade and a selection of restaurants, cafes and bars.A public consultation event is being held on 20 May at Clowne Town Cricket Club. 'Exciting project' The development was described by Bolsover District Council as an "exciting project".Local residents will also be able to access the facilities through "day passes" without the need to book leader Jane Yates said: "This is an exciting project that will certainly put us on the map. "One of our key priorities is growth with the creation of jobs, and this proposal not only meets this but will provide us with leisure opportunities that will be fit for 21st Century living."Great Wolf Resorts currently operates over 20 branded resorts in the United States and Canada. Its first UK resort near Bicester in Oxfordshire was initially blocked by Cherwell District Council, but an appeal to the planning inspectorate in 2021 was the project is currently "paused", with the company saying it was exploring several other company said its Clowne project was at an early stage and a full planning application would be submitted in due course.
