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| Doomed - most of the trees within Pleasure Island are earmarked for the chop |
THERE has been a boost for the consortium seeking to redevelop the former Pleasure Island theme park in Cleethorpes.
North East Lincolnshire Council's trees officer, Paul Chaplin, has expressed optimism for the project because he is confident new planting will compensate for the loss of many mature trees.
There is a good chance, too, that many of the trees along the King's Road frontage of the site will be retained.
Says he: "The broad principles behind the site wide landscape scheme are acceptable.
"In the context of of Cleethorpes being a holiday destination, the landscaping proposal site with its linear park have the potential greatly to improve the visual amenity of the area and the wider resort."
What about the fate of the existing trees, many of longstanding heritage?
The officer seems relaxed about their removal.
"The initial level of site clearance is recognised and has been considered," he comments.
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