Support

Proposed Submission Core Strategy

Representation ID: 20862

Received: 10/11/2011

Respondent: Kent & East Sussex Railway Co. Ltd.

Representation Summary:

The K&ESR is a major tourist attraction, economic generator and public transport provider that not only wishes to improve its existing facilities but also extend the existing railway from Bodiam to Robertsbridge. Support Policy EC6 which encourages tourism activities and facilities and, in particular, (i) in providing for the enhancement of existing attractions to meet customer expectations and (vii) where they are capable of access by public transport. Public transport access will be significantly enhanced following the reopening of the railway between Bodiam and Robertsbridge to provide a direct link with main line rail services.

Full text:

The K&ESR is a major tourist attraction, economic generator and public transport provider that not only wishes to improve its existing facilities but also extend the existing railway from Bodiam to Robertsbridge. Support Policy EC6 which encourages tourism activities and facilities and, in particular, (i) in providing for the enhancement of existing attractions to meet customer expectations and (vii) where they are capable of access by public transport. Public transport access will be significantly enhanced following the reopening of the railway between Bodiam and Robertsbridge to provide a direct link with main line rail services.