Holyhead Breakwater Park caravan site plan has been slammed by angry residents
Plans by Anglesey Council to create a 28 pitch caravan park at Holyhead’s Breakwater Country Park in a bid to boost the local economy and tourism have been met by protest from local residents.
The planning application, filed on behalf of the authority by landscape consultants Richards, Moorehead, and Laing has been revealed with hope to generate additional income, according to the council. The park was originally built in 1990 and new facilities would have boosted the appearance.
However, community leaders and residents have attacked the plans believing that these additions will ultimately ruin the park. This, coupled with the fact that there hasn’t been any information released as to how much income the park could generate, has caused residential unrest.
According to Holyhead councillor, Robert Llewellyn Jones the public has a right to know. He said: “I have been told by members of the planning department that the business plans are not in the public domain. But in my view, it’s essential that the public should know if the figures add up or not.”
“We are still trying to protect Penrhos Woods, Newry Beach, the town park, where is this all going to end? These all contribute to Holyhead’s heritage, I urge the council not to destroy it all for a quick buck.
“We are selling off our town’s family treasures at knockdown prices in order to balance the books and will have no play or recreation areas left for future generations,” Jones concluded.
In lieu of these concerns, Anglesey Council has said that they are trying their best to make sure the development does not ruin the site.
A spokesperson on behalf of the council said: “The application recognises the sensitivities of the Holyhead Breakwater Country Park; in terms of its wildlife; heritage and popularity with local residents and visitors alike.
“The pitches have therefore been sited in an area of the park not used by the public and in need of improvement. This facility would allow visitors to bring their own touring caravans to the park and enjoy its tranquility and scenic beauty.
“With local authorities across Wales facing financial challenges, this project, if permitted, would allow the authority to generate additional income to help sustain the financial future of the park and provide visitors with an opportunity to stay in the area and spend in the locality,” they finished.
Before final approval for the plans can be given, they will have to go in front of the planning committee.
