Plans for a proposed £75m ‘leisure beach and thermal spa’ at the Princes Park waterfront in Southport are set to accelerate.

The Cove Resort, next to the former open-air sea bathing lake that closed in 1989, could be a key part of the regeneration of Southport, creating hundreds of jobs, and attracting hundreds of thousands of visitors each year.

The resort could be open as soon as 2025.

In addition to a four-star hotel, there will be attractions for all ages. They will include swimming, surfing in a “world class” lagoon, fitness facilities and other indoor/outdoor leisure activities and events.

It will also offer a more relaxing “thermal journey”, through pools of water designed to improve metabolism and increase circulation, including steam rooms, saunas, Turkish baths, and a heated outdoor relaxation pool. Healthy food offerings will also be part of the mix.

A ‘pre-application’ proposal has been submitted to Sefton Council and work continues. Upon agreeing final terms with Sefton, a detailed planning application will be developed. The full planning process may take up to 12 months followed by a construction period of two years

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