Overview
Seafront entertainment venue on look-out for new operator. A flagship venue in North Somerset is seeking new operators to continue the legacy of the site.
The Tropicana, a former lido located on Weston-super-Mare seafront, is no stranger to nationally recognised events, with Banksy’s Dismaland taking residence on the site in 2015 and last year, the SEE MONSTER – a North Sea platform renovated into a stunning weather focused installation.
Background and Opportunity
North Somerset Council is inviting interested parties to submit expressions of interest to operate the space. Operators must demonstrate that proposals will add to the quality and diversity of the seafront offer, and that they have a successful track record relevant to their proposals.
The council has received a £20 million grant from the Government’s Levelling Up Fund, £8 million of which is earmarked for the Tropicana. The funding will be used to restore and renovate the facility, make the outdoor space more usable, and increase the venue’s capacity for a range of uses.
How to express interest and deadline
Expressions of interest will be accepted until 30 April 2023. For further information on this opportunity, please contact superweston@n-somerset.gov.uk.
A new operator is being sought for the Tropicana in Weston-super-Mare to continue the legacy of activity on the site.
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