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Plans submitted for sports and wellness complex at the Nunnery estate in Douglas
Overview
Proposals have been lodged to build a new sports and wellness complex at the historic Nunnery estate on the outskirts of Douglas, Isle of Man. Submitted by Johnny and Loni Evans, the project includes a four-court indoor padel facility, a swimming pool, sauna, café, changing facilities, and an outdoor "wild spa".
Key points
- Plans include a four-court indoor padel facility covering about 1,100 sq m.
- The development also features a swimming pool, sauna, café, and an outdoor "wild spa".
- The complex would be built on previously developed land next to the estate's existing upper car park, covering roughly 1,315 sq m.
- Peak parking demand is estimated at about 45 vehicles, with 78 parking spaces remaining after landscaping works.
- Four trees would need to be removed to facilitate the development.
- The application was validated on 14 October and will be considered by planning officers.