Seaton residents raise objections to plans for new spa facility

A number of objections have been raised against an outline planning application for a new spa facility in Seaton.

The application has been made for land at Whitecross Farm on Colyford Road, to include a commercial spa facility for day visitors. 

The spa would utilise water extracted at or near the site via an existing borehole, as the water found on site contains minerals of therapeutic value. 

The development would comprise several buildings, a garden and ancillary car/cycle parking.

These buildings would contain pools, steam rooms, saunas and similar facilities, as well as a bar/restaurant and a shop. 

Outdoor areas would be used for yoga and meditation and it is also intended that some facilities would be outside, such as an outdoor bar and showers. 

Although the proposal is currently an outline application, with specific details not yet given, it has attracted several objections from residents. 

Some have raised concerns that the proposed development was in the wrong area of Seaton, saying it would be detrimental to the neighbouring residential area with "difficult access", and was on a flood plain. 

Others also raised concerns about its proximity to Seaton Wetlands and the effect it could have on local wildlife. 

You can find details of the application on the East Devon District Council planning website by searching reference number 22/1457/OUT.