Plans have been revealed for a motorhome and caravan site at a West Cumbrian farm.
A proposal to create pitches for 11 vehicles at Meadow Farm near Aspatria has been submitted to Allerdale council.
The application involves land next to to The Big White House at Greengill, which is described by the applicants as a well established four-star self-catering accommodation.
Formerly a residential care home, The Big White House now serves large groups of up to 24 people.
Skiddaw View Holiday Park Ltd has now applied for planning permission to expand the business.
In a design and access statement, agents Day Cummins said: “Staycation has become more popular even before COVID travel restrictions.
“Caravan and motorhome ownership has increased dramatically recently and self contained rural sites away from the holiday hotspots and crowds has become more desirable.”
It is hoped the venue is well placed to bring tourists to Cumbria and benefit the economy.
The plans also include toilet and shower facilities and on-site warden accommodation.
Day Cummins said that an on-site warden’s office was essential to appease security concerns, adding: “The best form of security is an on-site presence and hence the need for an on-site warden.”
Gilcrux Parish Council has raised concerns about the proposal after discussing it at their meeting on January 19.
Parish clerk Trevor Gear told the Allerdale council case officer: “Whilst they acknowledge there are benefits to the local economy, they have serious concerns regarding cars towing caravans along the narrow rural roads, in particular through Bullgill with the sharp bends and steep hill.”
Day Cummins said: “The site uses an existing access serving the Big White House and the site is laid out around a loop road with one-way system.
“The Big White House is already separated with boundary fencing and gate access which will remain and is enhanced with planting.”
