#Public slipways in kent full#
#Public slipways in kent free#

The latest planning application is set to be discussed by councillors at the planning committee on Wednesday (October 25) after it was called in. In their report, officers said: “This is considered to be appropriate given the complexities associated with the scheme and the current viability position.” Quinn Estates was also meant to deliver the restored pier when half of the development was occupied but has asked to change the trigger point until half of the bigger tower block is occupied. This means the number of affordable homes will stay the same but some would be at a discounted sale rate if approved by councillors. The firm was expected to provide 22 homes at a discounted rent and although it has confirmed it “understands the importance of providing an affordable product on-site” has requested to vary the legal agreement. The previously agreed section 106 has also been said to not be viable so Quinn Estates is asking for changes to be made, in the most recent application. In their report, planning officers added the increase in homes would offer a “significant contribution” towards meeting the local housing need. Kent County Council’s highways team did not object to the change and said the reduction was “acceptable” due to the location as there are also public car parks nearby. “The proposals would therefore remain acceptable in relation to transport and highways terms.” What the current approved building would look like if plans are not approved “Indeed, it was noted that with the highly sustainable location of the development, being within walking distance of public transport links, the development was not required to comply strictly with the parking standards. Quinn Estates, in its submitted cover letter, said: “In the determination of the original planning application, officers recognised that around half of the local population do not have access to a car, and the reduction in car parking spaces at the time from 124 to 111 was specifically welcomed. The additional flats, which would bring the total up to 236, would help address the viability concerns but in doing so the number of parking spaces will be halved, dropping from 111 to 56.

The Abbey Hotel and Conference Centre is only 400 yards from the beach (ME12 2DA).The proposed areas which the developers want to change.

Barton's Point Coastal Park is located half a mile away.Minster Windsurf Academy is situated opposite the Shingle Bank and can be contacted for further information (ME12 2TE - 07713 122068).Outdoor Gym equipment is located along the promenade.Near the car park is the Little Oyster Cafe selling light snacks and drinks at weekends and between 11:00am and 17:00pm during peak times.Halfway down the beach is the Playa Public House, providing meals, light snacks and drinks.The Sweet Hut sells various beverages and sweets and is in the former Lifeguard hut.Public toilets are signed posted from the beach, with disabled toilets (ME12 1NL) accessable with a RADAR key.RNLI provide first Aid cover when on duty, outside these times Sheppey Community Hospital (ME12 3LT - 01795 879100) or Sittingbourne Memorial Hospital (ME10 4DT - 01795 418300) can help.

#Public slipways in kent full#

RNLI lifeguards are on duty from May on weekends and bank holidays and full time from the middle of July until September, 10:00am to 17:00pm.

Signage, street lighting, bins and benches are provided to help users dog walking stretch of 800 meters is marked, but not permitted on the beach between 1st May and 30th September.

The bathing area is located between metal railings with access steps and ramps at regular intervals.

There is a wide concrete promenade marked out for both pedestrians and cyclists running the length of the beach.

Information boards can be found at either end of the bathing beach.

A second car park is 200 meters away (postcode ME12 2LT)

#Public slipways in kent free#

There is a 50 space car park (postcode ME12 2NL) at the end of the Leas road with free road parking as well.There are two bus stops near the beach with one 10 metres from the first emergency exit and the second halfway along the Leas, they are served by the number 367 bus.There is no taxi rank on the beach so they will need to be booked.The nearest railway station is Sheerness-on-Sea, about three miles away.Planning your visit to the beach can be done via various tools and the postcode is ME12 2NL.