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To: Forest of Dean District Council Planning Committee
To reject change-of-use application for the Ship Resturant Bar in Newnham - Ref P1262/16/FUL
Prevent the permanent removal of the only restaurant in Newnham as it is an important local amenity for the village and its viability has not been properly explored.
Why is this important?
Well-run, well-priced restaurants along the busy A48 are all successful. Newnham is arguably the prettiest village on the west bank of the Severn that should be a hub for socialising and tourism and can undoubtedly support its own quality eatery. This was demonstrated recently by the dramatic turnaround experienced by the White Hart in Broadoak (outside of Newnham) that occurred when it changed management. In light of this, it seems obvious that failure to boost trade is not a reflection of demand rather the style of management and fare.
The change of use of a historic venue to residential would remove an important asset for residents less able to travel and fundamentally and permanently change the nature of the village. It should at least be at least delayed until alternative management has had the opportunity to turn it around.
The change of use of a historic venue to residential would remove an important asset for residents less able to travel and fundamentally and permanently change the nature of the village. It should at least be at least delayed until alternative management has had the opportunity to turn it around.
