Dean to challenge Beamish site design

THE Dean of Cork has expressed concerns that parts of the €150 million development of the Beamish and Crawford site in Cork will block protected views of historic St Fin Barre’s Cathedral.

Dean Nigel Dunne made his comments last night ahead of an information meeting this evening on the plans.

Heineken Ireland, which owns the site, and BAM, lodged a planning application with Cork City Council before Christmas for the four-acre medieval site. They want to build a 6,000-seat events centre, a brewing exhibition centre, 30,000 square feet of office space, student accommodation and a mix of shops, bars and restaurants.