Delayed Whitehaven water activity centre opens
The Edge had been due to open in the summer of 2022
A new £5m water activity centre in Cumbria has opened, after it was delayed for over three years,
The Edge in Whitehaven was originally set to open in the summer of 2022 but was delayed by the coronavirus pandemic and building issues.
Craig Lowery, managing director of Osprey, said: “The Edge is an exciting and unique project in a wonderful location, literally on the edge of the harbour. The hotel provides 16 rooms all with wonderful views, plus café and meeting facilities.
“We are proud to be involved in this unique and exciting project which we are sure will benefit the visitor economy and the people of West Cumbria.
“We are looking forward to continuing our commitment to provide job opportunities to local people and also welcoming guests to The Edge.”
Stuart McCourt, Sellafield Ltd’s social impact manager, said: "We’re excited to see The Edge open, it will be a real asset to the community.
“The project matched well against two of our social impact objectives. It helps to create 'resilient economies' by attracting visitors into the area and increasing the footfall for local business. From a 'thriving communities' perspective, the facility will give opportunities to local residents without the need to travel out of the area."