Sefton Council have granted Planning Permission to Bistrot Pierre for the change of use of the former Russell and Bromley shoe shop, at the corner of Nevill Street and Lord Street, Southport.



The permission is for a change of use of the property to a restaurant, and involves significant investment into the historic fabric of the building. Plans will breathe new life to all three floors, replacing glazing, repairing the listed veranda and introducing pavement seating to the front.

Cllr Daren Veidman, Cabinet Member Planning and Building Control, said: “This is a prominent building and an important site within the town and Lord Street Conservation Area in particular.

“There has been a long and productive dialogue between Sefton Council and architects working for Bistrot Pierre which has resulted in what, we hope will be a high quality investment, breathing long term occupation and new vibrancy into this busy part of town.

Cllr Marion Atkinson, Cabinet Member for Regeneration and Skills, added: “I am delighted that this site has been granted planning permission and I hope that this will result in Bistrot Pierre securing a long-term lease within the town.

“This shows our commitment to delivering upon the Southport Investment Framework, working with the local business community to attract investment and offer value, quality and choice for our residents, businesses and visitors alike.

“Southport and Sefton really are open for business and we will continue working with many different partners in attracting new ventures like this.”

I can't imagine that outdoor seating in that particular spot would be very pleasant.

The wind whips around that corner and I am almost sure that the area would be a tad cold during most of the year.

plus the street drinkers in the spit and sawdust place next door

Originally Posted by pedoja

I can't imagine that outdoor seating in that particular spot would be very pleasant.

The wind whips around that corner and I am almost sure that the area would be a tad cold during most of the year.

They'll be warmed up from all the hot air being spouted by the rampantly negative locals.

Originally Posted by pedoja

I can't imagine that outdoor seating in that particular spot would be very pleasant.

The wind whips around that corner and I am almost sure that the area would be a tad cold during most of the year.

I'm more concerned that there will be pavement seating right where people are trying to access the pedestrian crossing. But as Sefton charges handsomely for licences for pavement cafes they are clearly more interested in cash than safety.

Originally Posted by Darkside

I'm more concerned that there will be pavement seating right where people are trying to access the pedestrian crossing. But as Sefton charges handsomely for licences for pavement cafes they are clearly more interested in cash than safety.

Are you concerned enough to have looked at the plans?
The outside seating will not extend beyond the canopy. Plenty room for pedestrians to access the crossing.
http://pa.sefton.gov.uk/online-appli...=OJKPYANWFPP00

I echo other's concerns regarding the pavement seating. The canopy extends some way on that corner. The foot traffic is high at weekends in particular.

So walking along from the traffic lights, you've got to walk outside the canopy, then dodge back inside the canopy to continue past Lloyds?

I'm heartily sick of all of the obstructions to pedestrians on Lord St / Nevill St. Absolute PITA.

Originally Posted by Toodles McGinty

I echo other's concerns regarding the pavement seating. The canopy extends some way on that corner. The foot traffic is high at weekends in particular.

So walking along from the traffic lights, you've got to walk outside the canopy, then dodge back inside the canopy to continue past Lloyds?

I'm heartily sick of all of the obstructions to pedestrians on Lord St / Nevill St. Absolute PITA.

http://pa.sefton.gov.uk/online-appli...=OJKPYANWFPP00

Design solution: We show images of external seating
at other locations and an example of a bespoke planter
which can be on castors for mobility.
Proposal: We are showing a cluster of external seating
on Lord Street and a single file of seating under the
canopy along Nevill Street.
The conservation team consulted provided the following
comment:
For the pavement café I would also suggest that planters are
used to demark the area rather than the use of post and barrier
which do not seem to be particularly attractive nor effective for
partially sighted pedestrians.’
The Highways Development Design Team provided advice
in relation to the outdoor seating area:
The building is located on a prominent site, with a pedestrian
crossing located on this junction. It is one of the busier routes, in
Southport Town Centre, both for pedestrians and vehicles, as it
provides a route along both Lord Street and to the Promenade
(and tourist attractions) via Nevill Street ... it will need to be
ensured that there is adequate space for pedestrians to walk and
congregate when waiting to cross the road etc 
The outdoor seating area will be enclosed with barriers such
that customers/waiting staff don’t have to walk out onto into the
footway with hot drinks/food etc. The enclosure barriers and
umbrellas must be secure when in position but also mobile to
enable them to be dismantled and stored inside the premises
outside the approved opening hours

Great to see a business investing in a prime Lord Street location. Good luck to them.

Originally Posted by Mr. Brightside

http://pa.sefton.gov.uk/online-appli...=OJKPYANWFPP00

So again, on Nevill St you have to go under the canopy to pass Lloyds, then back out again to pass this place. Great.