Reduced to rubble - the transformation of Port Soderick is under way following the demolition of the former Anchor Hotel.

Peter Turner of Ballacregga Estates won planning consent (17/00448/B) in August for a major redevelopment of what was once a popular beauty spot that has since fallen into dereliction.

It will see the construction of a detached dwelling, a block of four houses and a separate boathouse with manager’s accommodation. The four homes will be available as permanent or tourist accommodation and will be used by recovering Armed Forces personnel who are wounded or sick.

As part of the planning consent, the dedicated public right of way along the promenade which forms part of the Raad ny Foillan coastal footpath must be retained.