Council invites expressions of interest for 'landmark restaurant'
Lewes District Council has announced a unique opportunity for a visionary restaurateur to become part of the transformative coastal development at West Beach, Newhaven.

Set against the dramatic backdrop of Newhaven's iconic cliffs and historic fort, the single-storey restaurant will offer panoramic views of the English Channel through floor-to-ceiling glazing and will boasts air source heat pumps, solar panels and a biodiverse roof.
The circa 4,065 sq ft space will also offer the potential for an additional 75 covers for alfresco dining across a terrace and lower deck, creating a vibrant indoor-outdoor dining experience.
Councillor Zoe Nicholson, Leader of Lewes District Council, said:
"This is a wonderful opportunity to shape a truly exceptional landmark restaurant in one of the most breathtaking locations in East Sussex.
"A venue of this quality demands a passionate operator who shares our ambition to create something special, something that celebrates local produce, community spirit, and the beauty of our coastline."
The restaurant forms part of a wider regeneration scheme that includes new leisure and community facilities, splash pads, outdoor gym equipment, and landscaped public spaces.
Interested parties are invited to contact the council's sole letting agent: EiA Real Estate Advisory
For more information visit: A Commercial Property For Rent In Newhaven, BN9 9DN | To Let | 4,065 Sq Ft
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