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Plans submitted to convert part of Saint Lawrence pub in Jersey into a holiday let
Overview
Planning applications have been submitted to turn a section of the ground floor of the Saint Lawrence Pub in Jersey into a one-bedroom self-catered tourist accommodation. According to Socrates Architects, the proposal aims to secure the future of the operating pub rather than replace it, providing a sustainable way to support the local business amid concerns over disappearing traditional pubs in the area.
Key points
- Plans have been submitted to convert part of the Saint Lawrence pub in Jersey into a self-catered holiday let.
- Architects state the proposal is designed to secure and support the future of the actively trading pub.
- The one-bedroom tourism unit on the ground floor would be operated separately by the building owner.
- Locals noted that the Saint Lawrence Pub will be the last remaining traditional public house in the parish following the impending closure of the Mont Felard.