Seafront Enhancement Programme: The six sites
Here is some more information about each of the sites...
Vivier Bunker
Vivier Bunker benefits from high footfall, particularly that of tourists, due to nearby amenities such as Castle Cornet and the Yacht Club. The available land area includes a grassed area of approximately 9,911 square feet together with a cold bunker totaling 1,674 square feet at its eastern end. While making clear that these are not proposals, Deputy St Pier said the sorts of developments that might enhance the area could include retail, a bar and beer garden, or an art gallery.
La Vallette Kiosk & Amenities
La Vallette benefits from the views over the Bathing Pools and the rest of the Channel Islands. The main building on the site is approximately 1,500 square feet and currently accommodates the kiosk, two stores and changing room. There is also a public convenience building which provides additional toilet facilities for people using the wider area. The Steering Group say they think recreational uses or leisure facilities would seem like a natural fit.
La Vallette
The grass verge has views off Guernsey’s east coast, overlooking Havelet Bay, Castle Cornet, La Vallette Bathing Pools, as well as six of Guernsey’s neighbouring islands. It is also close to the centre of St Peter Port, the Aquarium, La Vallette Underground Military Museum, Octopus Restaurant, and Guernsey’s South-East Coast cliff paths.
North Plantation
The North Plantation site includes a protected water fountain and protected tree at the north end, and is right in the heart of town. While the site currently has no electricity supply, connections can be made to the mains water supply and foul drainage system if required. Some ideas so far include Guernsey-specific public art, a beer garden, alfresco dining or street food venue, or some kind of performance space.
States Offices/Tourist Information Centre
The States Offices on the seafront are home to the Tourist Information Centre and are right at the centre of the St Peter Port seafront. The building stretches over three floors and an internal area of approximately 7,800 square feet. It is a protected building but might be well-suited to a boutique hotel, with an individualised unique selling point. Other conversation starters could include a museum, art gallery or community centre.
Round Top Stores
The ‘Round Top Stores’ at the end of Victoria Pier have a 360 degree view of the seafront. The upper section is a circular shape, is accessed via steps and is approximately 1,400 square feet. Directly beneath are four secure granite storage areas that could be used as part of any proposals. While the site currently has no electricity supply, this would form part of any discussion on leasing the area. Seafront Enhancement Programme lead officer Damon Hackley said the area could be perfect for some kind of leisure activity or potentially an alfresco dining area.