Hashtag: #ShellyBayFacilities
‘Potential Of Ruining, Rather Than Enhancing’
[Opinion column written by Cheryl-Ann Griffin] Dear Bermuda, I write in response to Mr. Glenn Jones’ letter in yesterday’s Bernews. I write on behalf of those whom Mr. Jones has named as ‘dissenters’. The BTA is, in actuality, attempting to appropriate the success of Shelly Bay, gentrify and contrive activities and events at Shelly Bay and commercialize... Read more of this article
‘Not Commercialisation, It’s Entrepreneurialism’
[Written by Glenn Jones] Dear Bermuda, The Bermuda Tourism Authority plan for Shelly Bay Beach is not commercialisation, it’s entrepreneurialism. The proposed execution is non-permanent and entirely removable. It’s cost effective and sustainable – utilising the existing power and parking infrastructure at the site. The plan honours the cultural... Read more of this article
Interested In Running Shelly Bay Concession?
If you are interested in operating a concession at Shelly Bay, the Bermuda Tourism Authority is inviting you to fill out an online expression of interest form and consider their info session for entrepreneurs on June 19th at 6:30pm at Francis Patton School. A spokesperson said, “We’re excited about the possibility of a new concession area at Shelly... Read more of this article
Shelly Bay Playground Repair Work Continues
Repair works to fix the damage at the Shelly Bay playground caused by last month’s winter storm continues, the Public Works Ministry confirmed, and the “public will be advised once the area has reopened.” On March 5th, the Parks Department advised that “as a public safety precaution the Department of Parks is advising that due... Read more of this article
Video: Shelly Bay Structure Being Demolished
[Updated with photos] The developer of the Shelly Bay Beach House was unable to complete the redevelopment, and the remaining structure was deemed unsafe, and is being demolished this week, with a crew working on site today [Aug 22]. The Ministry previously said, “The Ministry of Public Works is advising that the developer of the Shelly Bay Beach... Read more of this article
Shelly Bay Beach Structure To Be Demolished
The developer of the Shelly Bay Beach House is “unable to complete the redevelopment” and the “remaining structure is now deemed unsafe, and in the interests of public safety is expected to be demolished in the upcoming week,” the Ministry of Public Works said. The Ministry said, “The Ministry of Public Works is advising... Read more of this article
Some Shelly Bay Equipment Under Repair
The Department of Parks has begun a safety assessment of playground equipment in the island’s parks, with some equipment at Shelly Bay playground currently unavailable as it requires repair. A spokesperson said, “The Ministry of the Environment advises that the Department of Parks has begun a safety assessment of playground equipment in... Read more of this article
Photos: Shelly Bay Beach House Renovations
Renovations are ongoing at the Shelly Bay Beach House in Hamilton Parish with a new restaurant, an ice cream counter, a beach rental shop and expansion to the existing eastern parking area being among the items listed by the Planning Department. A Ministry of Public Works spokesperson said, “The lease was awarded to Shelly Bay Beach House Ltd.... Read more of this article
Change Of Plans For Shelly Bay Development
The Ministry of Public Works has told the community members that objected to the Shelly Bay development plans that there will be a change of plans, and the community members have expressed their appreciation, saying they “are grateful to all of the residents who recognized that the creation of this parking lot would restrict their freedoms of... Read more of this article
Demonstrators With Signs At Shelly Bay Beach
Representatives of the community stood outside of Shelly Bay Beach this morning [Feb 1] holding signs demonstrating their displeasure with the development plans for the area. “Shelly Bay Beach + Park, Hamilton Parish families say no to T. Steinhoff,” said one sign, with another sign saying, “More than 1000 objections sent to the Planning... Read more of this article
Concern Over Shelly Bay Development Plan
There are “concerning issues” regarding the development plans for Shelly Bay Beach and Park, and the public is urged to take a look at these plans and the full list of proposals that are waiting in the wings and evaluate their impact for free public use of Shelly Bay Beach and Park. This is according to area resident Cheryl-Ann Griffin,... Read more of this article
MPs To Host Meeting On Shelly Bay Beach
Hamilton Parish MPs Derrick Burgess and Wayne Furbert are inviting residents of Constituencies 5, 6 and the wider community to a meeting concerning the development of Shelly Bay Beach. The meeting will be held on Thursday [July 2] beginning at 7:30pm at Shelly Bay Beach. In a joint statement Mr Burgess and Mr Furbert said, ”As this multi-purpose... Read more of this article
BEST: Bermuda Beaches “Exquisitely Beautiful”
The Bermuda Environmental Sustainability Taskforce [BEST] has said they are “glad to hear that the restaurant building and amenities at Shelly Bay are to get some much-needed attention.” A BEST spokesperson said, “The plans for food, beverage and community services are ambitious and point to a significant upgrade in the facilities.... Read more of this article
Plans To Improve Shelly Bay Beach Facilities
Plans to improve the facilities at Shelly Bay Beach are taking shape, with structural improvements to the building and the reopening of a restaurant and water sports rental outlet on the agenda. “Plans are taking shape to improve beach facilities at Shelly Bay Beach, the Ministry of Public Works and the Bermuda Tourism Authority [BTA] said jointly... Read more of this article
