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Friday, 27 April 2007, 07:57 GMT 08:57 UK

Views sought on Dreamland future

Dreamland development impression Two possible plans for redeveloping the Dreamland funfair in Margate, Kent, are being put on display.

Public consultation on the future of the site got under way in the autumn - two schemes are now being considered.

An exhibition getting under way this weekend, organised by Margate Town Centre Regeneration (MTCR), is one of the final stages in the consultation.

Campaigners fought for the site to remain as a funfair but plans include options for shops and businesses.

Two models of the site and accompanying architectural drawings will be on show in the town from 28 April to 7 May.

Earlier this year, MTCR said the site was "a blank canvas".

Local people will be able to give feedback on the schemes and say which one they prefer.

Funfair campaign

Campaigners fought a long battle for the site to remain as a funfair, even though Dreamland's listed scenic railway is the only attraction left.

A planning inspector agreed with the campaigners after a public inquiry in 2004.

But Thanet District Council last year said other uses would have to be found for the site if an amusement park was not viable.

Plans to build shops, homes and business premises on the site are being considered.




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Related to this story:
Dreamland plans 'a blank canvas' (06 Feb 07 |  Kent )
Fun park operator wants Dreamland (24 Jun 06 |  Kent )
Dreamland campaign is stepped up (01 Apr 06 |  Kent )
Dreamland's future still unclear (20 Jan 06 |  Kent )

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