A planning application has been filed to convert the former Papermakers Arms into a car showroom. SBT Estates purchased the vacant site in August 2024 and aims to refurbish the building, addressing damp issues and enhancing its aesthetic with modern features. The showroom is expected to operate with limited hours and minimize traffic impact, creating job opportunities. However, the proposal has received a mixed response from the community, with concerns over losing a local pub and calls for alternative uses that better serve residents' needs.
The proposed transformation of the Papermakers Arms into a car showroom has sparked mixed reactions from the local community, highlighting the ongoing struggle between preserving community assets and modern commercial needs.
SBT Estates aims to revitalize the long-vacant Papermakers Arms by addressing structural issues, enhancing energy efficiency, and providing local employment through a new car showroom.
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