Bristol site

Graydjames said:-

My point would be, why is it so important to have a site in Bristol. There are plenty of cities without a site that might gain more from a site near at hand.

I think the starting point is that Bristol, because of Baltic Wharf, has an existing campsite with proven demand. In the same way that Rowntree Park in York and Abbey Wood in London are considered. For me it would be really good if there were similar sites so close to all major cities but, unlike in Europe, we don't seem to have that tradition with only a handful of cities in the same situation as Bristol. Whilst I am sure it would have cost an arm and a leg I am disappointed that the Club did not buy the freehold of the Baltic Wharf site years ago, if indeed they ever had the chance? Unfortunately the  ever increasing demand to build on any spare land within town and city boundaries has now put paid the that possibility, not only in Bristol but elsewhere as well. 15/20 years ago it may have been possible. The old Police Horse Training Centre whilst probably not ideal is a better proposition than having no site in or near Bristol. I understand there are bus routes reasonably nearby? 

What has annoyed me about the new site is that whilst the Bristol Councillors approved the planning application it was the Council Officers that objected and caused the decision to go for further review with the possibility it could be rejected by the S of S, from which I would imagine it would be a difficult scheme to resurrect? Who ever was representing the Club was well able to destroy most of the arguments put forward for rejecting the application so it will be interesting to see what side the S of S comes down on. If it is rejected it is difficult to see what the site could be used for other than temporary parking?

David

There are other city/town sites that are leased by the club(there are not many sites the club own)that are sitting on very valuable  building land with leases that are nearing renewal 

With LA under increasing pressures allow residential properties to be built, how many more will be like Baltic Wharf

People must realise, however, that it is a long way from the city and the attractions and it will be very, very different to Baltic Wharf. No doubt much, much better in terms of the site itself, but nothing like BW in terms of position and closeness to the tourist attractions.

Whilst it can in no way be compared to the location of Baltic Wharf, it isn’t that much further out, and the floating harbour and city centre is a relatively easy walk. Although I personally wouldn’t want to do it after dark. However for those times and those who are unable / don’t want to walk, a half hourly bus service from close to the entrance, takes you to the city centre or the Broadmead shops in 10 minutes or so. For access to Ashton Court, the Avon path, Leigh Woods, Clifton suspension bridge and Downs, it is better located than Baltic Wharf. Although further out of town than BW, I think it has a lot more to offer than a site several miles away with a half hour bus ride in.

Went to check on the status and I see the planning application has been removed from the BCC web site!

peedee

Any news on SOS decision?

Rowena said it was due to happen before 9th March 2022.

I reported your post to ask Rowena for an update so once she has finsished commenting on the server error thread I am sure she will be along here to clear things up

The planning application has appeared back on the BCC web site again but gives no update on decision pending.

peedee

Hi everyone,

I've spoken to the sites team who have advised we will know the outcome of the inquiry on or before 23 March.

The new lease for Baltic Wharf completed on Friday on the basis set out in the previous update.

I hope this helps and once I know more I will share with you. 

is it posssible for members to object to the planning application. BW is our favourite site. does anyone have the planning application number?

Best be careful which application you are objecting to if you go down that route.