Haven seeks to extend Filey holiday park season by month

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 26 Oct, 21:02 · Archive

Haven wants to open Primrose Valley Holiday Park near Filey from February each year instead of March, adding 29 operating days annually.

Holiday giant Haven has proposed opening Primrose Valley Holiday Park near Filey from February 1 each year instead of March 1, extending the season by 29 days. The change would allow families to stay during the half-term break and tap into what Haven describes as one of the quietest times for tourism in the Scarborough area.

Supporters and objectors are divided on the scheme. Joe Spivey backs the plan, saying 'nothing in the application is objectionable' and that it would benefit the area by allowing occupation for more of the year. Haven argues the move would help boost tourism, support local jobs and contribute to the growing domestic market.

However, objector Mark Fricker contends the scheme 'will place undue strain on local infrastructure'. Some residents and visitors have raised concerns that the extension could put more pressure on the ecosystem and local services. Haven says approval would help the company continue contributing to the local economy and respond to changing tourism demands.

How it is being reported

• Holiday park's proposed extra month divides locals over economy and servicesA Filey caravan park’s plan to extend its annual season by a month has divided locals, who have said it could support the economy amid concerns about pressure on services.Gazette & Herald (Malton) · 26 Oct, 20:00
• Holiday park's proposed extra month divides locals over economy and servicesA Filey caravan park’s plan to extend its annual season by a month has divided locals, who have said it could support the economy amid concerns about pressure on services.York Press · 26 Oct, 20:00

In this story: Haven · Primrose Valley Holiday Park · Filey · Scarborough · Mark Fricker · Joe Spivey

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