Plans to transform Scarborough’s historic West Pier and celebrate the town’s long-standing fishing industry are set to be considered by councillors.
North Yorkshire Council’s strategic planning committee will next week consider proposals as part of the prospective multi-million pound scheme.
Permission is being sought for the regeneration project which includes restoring and repairing the harbour’s existing heritage facilities, as well as replacing buildings that are no longer fit-for-purpose.
It is hoped that the proposed regeneration would also see new kiosks, improved offices, sheds and warehousing for the fishing sector as well as new parking arrangements, public toilets and a space that can be used for outdoor events and cultural activities.
The chairman of the Scarborough Town Board, David Kerfoot, said:
“Scarborough’s West Pier is due to provide a major boost for both economic and environmental reasons.
“The proposed project is an opportunity to transform the harbour whilst respecting and celebrating Scarborough’s rich fishing heritage.
“Many of the buildings on the West Pier are in desperate need of renovation, and these proposals would dramatically improve the facilities for the local fishing industry, staff and visitors to the pier.
“It is also imperative that we continue to drive growth in the town, and the plans would make West Pier a must-visit destination for hospitality, leisure and events which we hope will encourage further investment to boost the local economy.”
The regeneration scheme sits alongside the council’s wider investment plans for Scarborough Harbour, which include work to the infrastructure and other facilities for harbour users.
The project would be funded from the £20.2 million grant which was awarded to Scarborough as part of the Government’s Towns Fund, as well as by North Yorkshire Council’s investment fund and regeneration budgets.
The Towns Fund has already helped finance work to enhance the West Stand at the town’s cricket club and new teaching facilities at the Construction Skills Village.
Other major projects to be delivered include improvements around the town’s railway station, work to boost access on the Cinder Track between Whitby and Scarborough, the Scarborough Fair cultural initiative and activities linked to the Wild Eye outdoor and nature project on the coast.
A public consultation was held in September and October 2023 with 91 per cent of those who responded to the survey agreeing that intervention was required to safeguard the pier, and 71 per cent supportive of the proposals.
A series of drop-in sessions were also held in the town over the three-week consultation period.
Following the consultation feedback, revisions were made to the plans including updating the design of the kiosk block and creating better access for people with impairments or health conditions, including changing some of the benches to have back supports, arm rests and grab handles.
The proposals are due to be considered by the council’s strategic planning committee on Thursday next week (January 30).
Documents associated with the application are available to view via the planning portal on North Yorkshire Council’s website at https://www.northyorks.gov.uk/planning-applications
Details of the Scarborough Town Board and its membership are available at https://www.northyorks.gov.uk/STB
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