Plans for a major holiday resort near Newquay have been submitted to Cornwall Council, sparking debate among local residents and officials. The Mountjoy Resort, proposed by Kingsley Developments, would include up to 450 lodges, a swimming pool complex, three restaurants, and sports and health hubs on 67 hectares of land north east of Quintrell Downs.
An environmental impact assessment report has been lodged, allowing councillors to review the potential effects before a formal planning application is made. The developer's planning consultant, Axis, described the project as a '21st Century eco park', stating that energy needs would be met through renewable sources, including a solar farm, enabling the park to 'operate at net zero'.
According to the Local Democracy Reporting Service, formal plans are still being finalised but are expected to include new road access off the A392, parking, a shop, offices, and a laundrette. The environmental impact assessment will be considered by Cornwall Council later this year.
