Knowle relocation project: SAVE Britain's Heritage >>> Historic England acknowledged that both the house and the park are of 'clear local interest' and are 'evidently highly valued by the local community'.

The national campaigning group SAVE has intervened twice over planning applications to demolish the Victorian hotel at Knowle:
> to object to the outline planning application of March 2013
Futures Forum: Knowle: SAVE Britain's Heritage
> and to object to the current application:
Futures Forum: Knowle relocation project: SAVE Britain's Heritage >>> "Loss of the Knowle and development of the park would represent a devastating blow to the history and character of Sidmouth."

The developer has sought to belittle the importance of this organisation. In its Heritage and Archaeology Statement, PegasusLife have this to say in the opening paragraph:

Heritage and Archaeology Statement
To be found at the documents section of the planning application (document 2267528):
16/0872/MFUL | The construction of an assisted living community for older people comprising extra care units, staff accommodation and communal facilities, including a kitchen, restaurant/bar/cafe, a well-being suite comprising gym, treatment rooms and pool, a communal lounge and storage facilities; car parking for residents, visitors and staff of the assisted living community; comprehensive landscaping comprising communal and private spaces; and associated groundworks. | Council Offices Knowle Sidmouth EX10 8HL

SAVE have now sent in a formal letter of objection:

 

Throwing away our heritage? London-based SAVE vehemently objects to plans for Knowle | Save Our Sidmouth
Save Britain’s Heritage objects to Knowle PegasusLife development | East Devon Watch
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