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Western Telegraph
4 days ago
- Business
- Western Telegraph
Haverfordwest castle 'levelling-up' access scheme backed
Pembrokeshire County Council, through agent Asbri Planning, sought approval for the construction of a new access gate, steps and associated works at Castle Back, Haverfordwest. A supporting statement said: 'The development proposed forms part of the wider Haverfordwest Castle Square, Castle Link & Wayfinding Project, which comprised the design and construction of a series of enhancement and drainage improvement works to Castle Square and Castle Link (Castle Back steps etc) hard landscaping/public realm, combined with dedicated wayfinding provisions to guide people from across the town (including the train station, transport hub and other locations) towards the castle. 'The overarching project has been shaped by, and responded to, particular funding stream from the Levelling-Up Funding (LUF) and Town Improvement Grants, etc.' It added: 'The application seeks full planning permission for the works to the rear of the building known as the Old Print Room, Castle Back, Haverfordwest and relates to the demolition of the existing gate piers and archway together with the removal of the palisade fencing which form the current gate. 'The above will be replaced with a new stone gate piers which will interface with existing boundary wall and building to create a 1,900mm opening which will accommodate a 2,100mm steel galvanised powder coated gate which will be Umbra Grey in colour (RAL 7022) as well as the construction of three new access steps which replace the existing steps from Castle Back into the site.' An officer report recommending approval said: 'The proposed construction of new access gate, steps and associated works, will all be external alterations, repair and enhancement of a derelict connective route between the town centre and castle, which is an area that holds historic character and has potential to enhance the use of the historic town and sits within a very prominent location. 'The alterations are in keeping with the traditional characteristics and matches the existing character of the site and is therefore acceptable.' The application was conditionally approved. The successful Levelling Up Fund application announced in late 2021 included adding to ongoing improvements at Haverfordwest Castle to create an outdoor performance area, renovation of the jail, and perimeter walks with a direct link to the town centre via Bridge Street, and on to the Western Quayside and Riverside via a 'signature bridge'. Due to budget savings, the council later removed the Bridge Street link and walkways – replacing it with an alternative link via Castle Square and Castle back. The 'gaol visitor experience' is intended to be the centrepiece of the Heart of Pembrokeshire scheme.
Yahoo
06-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Eden Project Morecambe to open in 2028
Eden Project Morecambe is now expected to open in 2028 - two years later than originally planned, the government has said. Local Government Minister Alex Norris confirmed all allocated funding for the project would be in place by early 2026, when building work is likely to get under way. The government will contribute £50m, with the same amount expected to come from the private sector and philanthropists. Norris was asked by Shadow Levelling Up, Housing and Communities Secretary Kevin Hollinrake about when the government expected the construction of Eden Project Morecambe to be completed, and when it would start to welcome visitors. In his reply to the Conservative MP, Norris said a memorandum of understanding had been agreed between Lancaster City Council and the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government regarding money from the Levelling-Up Fund (LUF). He said the attraction should be opened by October 2028. Eden Project Morecambe, which will be built on the site of the former Bubbles leisure complex, involves a partnership between Lancaster City Council, Lancashire County Council and Lancaster University. Described as a "global garden", it will feature three large shell-shaped pavilions overlooking Morecambe Bay. Listen to the best of BBC Radio Lancashire on Sounds and follow BBC Lancashire on Facebook, X and Instagram. Eden Project Morecambe receives another £2.5m No sign Eden Project Morecambe funding will be cut Eden Project Morecambe Lancaster City Council
BBC News
06-03-2025
- Business
- BBC News
Eden Project Morecambe now expected to open in 2028, minister says
Eden Project Morecambe is now expected to open in 2028 - two years later than originally planned, the government has Government Minister Alex Norris confirmed all allocated funding for the project would be in place by early 2026, when building work is likely to get under government will contribute £50m, with the same amount expected to come from the private sector and was asked by Shadow Levelling Up, Housing and Communities Secretary Kevin Hollinrake about when the government expected the construction of Eden Project Morecambe to be completed, and when it would start to welcome visitors. 'Global garden' In his reply to the Conservative MP, Norris said a memorandum of understanding had been agreed between Lancaster City Council and the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government regarding money from the Levelling-Up Fund (LUF).He said the attraction should be opened by October Project Morecambe, which will be built on the site of the former Bubbles leisure complex, involves a partnership between Lancaster City Council, Lancashire County Council and Lancaster as a "global garden", it will feature three large shell-shaped pavilions overlooking Morecambe Bay. Listen to the best of BBC Radio Lancashire on Sounds and follow BBC Lancashire on Facebook, X and Instagram.
