A LOCAL charity is hoping to secure permission to host a campervan convoy, family-friendly activity day and overnight camp-out at the Watersplash to mark the end of the summer holidays.
Healing Waves has applied for planning permission to hold the fundraising event on Saturday 5 September to provide “a lovely way of ending the summer for families” while raising funds for the charity.
The event would begin with a convoy of up to 100 campervans completing an 11.75-mile circuit around the west of the Island.
Once the convoy returns to the Watersplash, the car park would host a family fundraising event featuring a surf simulator, bouncy castles, face painting, a coconut shy and live music throughout the afternoon and evening.
The proposed entertainment programme includes DJs, acoustic performers and bands, with music scheduled from midday until 9pm, followed by an overnight campervan stay for up to 50 vehicles.
The Watersplash would provide food and drink under its existing licences, with additional entertainment licences unlikely to be required because activities would take place within the venue’s existing permissions.
Organisers intend to close Le Pulente car park and the adjacent southern car park on the evening before the event to allow preparations to take place and to ensure sufficient space for participating vehicles.
Healing Waves is a local charity which delivers ocean therapy for individuals living with disabilities.
