Moghrey Mie Posted March 1, 2016 Share Posted March 1, 2016 It can hardly have been sold by Braddan Commissioners if they are claiming to have known nothing about it till today (it's just inside Braddan, though part of the glen is in Santon). Wiki has more detail than you would normally expect, but may be out of date for the previous ownership. The press release was issued last October, though the sale went through in the summer: Heritage Great Britain acquires Port Soderick, Isle of Man. 27th October 2015 Port Soderick is a small hamlet to the south of Douglas, capital of the Isle of Man, once famed for its pleasure grounds and beach, and represents a unique coastal development opportunity. In summer 2015 Heritage Great Britain acquired this privately owned bay and, with its unique experience of rejuvenating the rural landscapes of tourist sites such as John O'Groats and the summit of Snowdon, Heritage Great Britain is now working with award-winning Isle of Man architects and Isle of Man government officials to bring Port Soderick back to life for the local economy in the new millennia. Heritage Great Britain sees this project as being yet another venture that will be developed with the highest quality in mind. but seems to have been missed locally (obviously they were unaware of the need to spoon-feed the Manx media). It seems a very odd purchase if you look at the other properties in Heritage Great Britain's portfolio, which seem mainly to consist of such iconic properties as Land's End (which they purchased off a certain Mr Graham Ferguson Lacey) which was their first property; the Snowdon Mountain Railway and the Needles. They do seem to have been branching out into franchised kid's stuff (the Shaun the Sheep Experience, anyone?), but Port Soderick World seems less likely to be a winner. They're based in Liverpool, though I can't see a connection with the Peel Group, which would be the first reaction from that address. The words about "working with [...] Isle of Man government officials to bring Port Soderick back to life for the local economy in the new millennia" are strange as well and not just for the implication of a several thousand year Reich. Is this DED money being poured down another abortive project? Don't forget there is £10 million available this year for developing the IOM economy. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woolley Posted March 1, 2016 Share Posted March 1, 2016 "to bring Port Soderick back to life for the local economy in the new millennia" Obviously in it for the long haul then. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Border Terrier Posted March 2, 2016 Share Posted March 2, 2016 (edited) could be good news for MV Karina Yes, and also the Scarlett and Santon Scooter Scrambling Club - Secretary Steve Stansfield - who aim to resurrect the Hillclimb event of the early 70's. I can remember my elder sister walking us TBT's there across the Pully golf course, past Kewaige school, up past to the 'real' Fairy Bridge, down to the tin shed that sold pop at Oakhill bridge and then along Marine Drive (before the stabit yard was comissioned) down to the Glen. About a 7 mile round trip from Braddan. It really doesn't seem like 45 years ago. Time and Tide... TBT. Edit:sp. Edited March 2, 2016 by The Border Terrier 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tweek Posted March 3, 2016 Share Posted March 3, 2016 Port Soderick is a hamlet? And there's me thinking for years it was a...er...Port. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nom de plume Posted March 3, 2016 Share Posted March 3, 2016 Sounds positive & a welcome shot in the arm for that area. I hope there's a coffee shop there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alibaba Posted March 3, 2016 Share Posted March 3, 2016 A Costa? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merkin Posted March 3, 2016 Share Posted March 3, 2016 I'm delighted someone has bought it. It used to be ace (for raves) and will be again! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gch Posted March 3, 2016 Share Posted March 3, 2016 Who's going to drive 5 miles out of town for a drink? Maybe former members of the legal profession? {numerous MLCs stand up with their arms in the air saying loudly 'I will, I will} Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gch Posted March 3, 2016 Share Posted March 3, 2016 (edited) It is great news though in all seriousness, they could possibly buy The Castle Mona Hotel as well to avoid us loosing that too. Does anybody know why the Manx National Heritage dont acquire these sites to retain our heritage? Dolla probably?? Edited March 3, 2016 by gch Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tempus Fugit Posted March 3, 2016 Share Posted March 3, 2016 could be good news for MV Karina Yes, and also the Scarlett and Santon Scooter Scrambling Club - Secretary Steve Stansfield - who aim to resurrect the Hillclimb event of the early 70's. I can remember my elder sister walking us TBT's there across the Pully golf course, past Kewaige school, up past to the 'real' Fairy Bridge, down to the tin shed that sold pop at Oakhill bridge and then along Marine Drive (before the stabit yard was comissioned) down to the Glen. About a 7 mile round trip from Braddan. It really doesn't seem like 45 years ago. Time and Tide... TBT. Edit:sp. wow ! classic bit of cine there, love it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
notwell Posted March 3, 2016 Share Posted March 3, 2016 It can hardly have been sold by Braddan Commissioners if they are claiming to have known nothing about it till today (it's just inside Braddan, though part of the glen is in Santon). Wiki has more detail than you would normally expect, but may be out of date for the previous ownership. The press release was issued last October, though the sale went through in the summer: Heritage Great Britain acquires Port Soderick, Isle of Man. 27th October 2015 Port Soderick is a small hamlet to the south of Douglas, capital of the Isle of Man, once famed for its pleasure grounds and beach, and represents a unique coastal development opportunity. In summer 2015 Heritage Great Britain acquired this privately owned bay and, with its unique experience of rejuvenating the rural landscapes of tourist sites such as John O'Groats and the summit of Snowdon, Heritage Great Britain is now working with award-winning Isle of Man architects and Isle of Man government officials to bring Port Soderick back to life for the local economy in the new millennia. Heritage Great Britain sees this project as being yet another venture that will be developed with the highest quality in mind. but seems to have been missed locally (obviously they were unaware of the need to spoon-feed the Manx media). It seems a very odd purchase if you look at the other properties in Heritage Great Britain's portfolio, which seem mainly to consist of such iconic properties as Land's End (which they purchased off a certain Mr Graham Ferguson Lacey) which was their first property; the Snowdon Mountain Railway and the Needles. They do seem to have been branching out into franchised kid's stuff (the Shaun the Sheep Experience, anyone?), but Port Soderick World seems less likely to be a winner. They're based in Liverpool, though I can't see a connection with the Peel Group, which would be the first reaction from that address. The words about "working with [...] Isle of Man government officials to bring Port Soderick back to life for the local economy in the new millennia" are strange as well and not just for the implication of a several thousand year Reich. Is this DED money being poured down another abortive project? Don't forget there is £10 million available this year for developing the IOM economy. If there is some money going in then it buys an equity stake with what looks to be a potentially excellent partner. I'd say the way forward down there would be new building with commercial (pub/restaurant perhaps with some sort of play area) on the ground floor and a mix of residential/holiday let's on the upper parts. Good luck to them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quilp Posted March 3, 2016 Share Posted March 3, 2016 Where will the dogger's go now ..? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donald Trumps Posted March 3, 2016 Share Posted March 3, 2016 Wasn't it owned by Kevin Woodford at one time? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woolley Posted March 3, 2016 Share Posted March 3, 2016 I wonder what the company trying to develop a £30m mansion for a HNWI at Ballamona makes of it if it's going to bring the hoi polloi back into the area. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lxxx Posted March 3, 2016 Share Posted March 3, 2016 At a time when residents on the island are dwindling and money circulating around the local economy is falling off a cliff anyone who wants to pay big money for anything on the rock at the moment need balls of steel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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