Crunch decision looms on controversial entertainments zone at Humberston's Thorpe Park

The 'adventure village' at Thorpe Park (photo: Haven Leisure)

                   

A CRUNCH decision is expected tomorrow (Wednesday) on the outdoor activities and entertainments area that has been established at the Thorpe Park holiday centre in  Humberston.

Since opening last year, the attraction has given delight to holidaymakers but generated scores of  objections - mostly related to noise and disturbance - from park residents and Humberston Fitties chalet owners lamenting the loss of tranquillity.

At a planning committee tomorrow, councillors will decide whether to grant retrospective planning permission for what has already been installed, namely:

* Jump tower, jump bag and climbing wall. 

* Low Ropes 

* Storage containers 

* Sweet treats unit 

* High ropes 

* Big play area 

* Refurbishment of multi-use games area

* Refurbishment of archery range 

* Crazy golf 

* Container bar and seating area 

* Stage and giant screen 

* Ranger station 

* Activities hub and toilets 

* Bungee trampolines 

* Lighting 

Despite the extent of opposition - including an objection from Humberston Village Council - the committe is being recommended to approve the application submitted by the park's Hertfordshire-based owners, Haven Leisure.

Says a report from the case officer: "The application relates to investment in a major holiday destination in the area.

"It supports the existing site and the visitor economy. 

"With the appropriate conditions, the proposal is not considered to harm the amenity of the surrounding holiday chalets or character of the area or the neigbouring Humberston Fitties Conservation Area."

                                  

Coming soon? Sneak preview of the proposed Marina Bar (photo: Haven Leisure)