Blackpool residents have said they fear for the future of their homes and businesses after a prominent seafront hotel has been earmarked for demolition
. The holiday accommodation was popular with tourists up until its sudden closure in 2021.
"We're worried that any drilling or any big disruptions will cause us damage. Our foundations could be ruined with all the earth moving." Around the corner, on Woodfield Road, lies Sutton Park. Run by Steward and Gill Norris, their B&B runs adjacent to the back of the building. Steward says he is in two minds about the demolition, recognising that the hotel has become an 'eyesore', but he shares the concerns of Elaine and Andy when it comes to the toll any demolition work will have on his property.
"I used to deliver to construction sites all around London, so I've seen a variety of construction sites. The rumour is they want to build an underground car park when they build the new hotel. The process for doing that could potentially damage the old Victorian sewer system, which would leave us all without water.
He said: "Don't get me wrong, I love all the old buildings and stuff, but look at it. It'll make the front look so much nicer. I can't imagine them putting a building up that doesn't look nice."
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