A planning application has been submitted to the Isle of Wight Council for the development of a new small-scale glamping site opposite Robin Hill on the outskirts of Newport.
The proposals include the installation of 4 glamping pods and a static caravan, as well as a sauna, associated decking, access roads and landscaping.
The application, submitted by Mr Stewart of Holmbush, Long Lane, seeks full permission for the change of use of existing land off Briddlesford Road to provide tourist accommodation.
In addition to the accommodation units, the plans include a parking and turning area for up to 6 vehicles, cycle storage, internal footpaths, a bin store, a utility hut and new access and egress points from the public highway.
According to the submitted Design and Access Statement, the proposed development aims to offer year-round holiday accommodation in a natural countryside setting, designed with sustainability in mind. The 4 glamping pods and 1 static caravan would cater to short breaks and weekend stays, primarily targeting couples and small families.
The development is designed to integrate with the existing surroundings, with the applicant stating that it will retain over 81% of the 4,000m² site as green space. The proposal also outlines economic benefits to local businesses through increased tourism and use of local contractors and suppliers.
Consultation on 25/01755/FUL runs until 13th February, with a decision set to be made by 12th March.
“development of a new small-scale glamping site opposite Robin Hill”
Ooohh… how delightfull!!
Right next to Lynbottom Tip !!!
wouldn’t want to stay there, when the wind was in the wrong direction :-8
My thoughts exactly, such pods need to be overlooking
the sea.
I wouldn’t bother, nobody will be able to afford to use them.
So true, since this Government took power many
families UNLESS on benefits are skint!
The word Glamping derives from an amalgamation of the words Glamourous Camping.
No such thing really.
At this location, stuck in the middle of a field, unable to leave on foot – too dangerous, less than a stones throw from Lynnbottom tip and probably an arm and a couple of legs in rental fees for that dubious privilege.
Couple of large Glamping providers went bust last year, Yurtel in Wiltshire, who “serviced” Glastonbury Festival and Reayrt on Isle of Man for the TT Racing.
Good luck with it anyway, but it’s a very risky investment in a very difficult locale.