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Western Telegraph
6 days ago
- Business
- Western Telegraph
Former Tenby mayor takes action over Imperial Hotel noise
Cllr Sam Skyrme- Blackhall says she has been contacted by locals complaining about the weekly Tenby Rocks event on the outdoor terrace of the newly renovated Imperial Hotel, Tenby. The six-hour club music set runs from midday until 6pm every Saturday and promises cocktails, endless ocean views and Ibiza classics from resident spinner, The Mammoth DJ. The Imperial reopened in May after undergoing a complete renovation, with Cllr Skyrme- Blackhall cutting the ribbon. The stunning listed building that has been a hotel for 120 years, opening in 1905. It closed during lockdown as owners Shearings Hotels went into administration. (Image: Kayak PR) Last year it was bought by Crest Hotels and since then its 52 ensuite bedrooms have been completely transformed. The popular DJ sessions on the hotel's sea view terrace overlooking South Beach started on June 28 and have been running every Saturday ever since. (Image: Western Telegraph) Cllr Skyrme- Blackhall says that she has raised the issue of noise pollution from the DJ sets with officers from Pembrokeshire County Council following complaints. 'They have met with the Imperial Hotel and proposed installing a noise limiter, which they [the hotel] have agreed to do,' she said. A noise limiter is a device that monitors the level of noise and cut off power if it exceeds a certain limit for more than five seconds. Pembrokeshire County Council said: 'Officers will work with all parties involved, including the business, to reach a suitable solution.' (Image: Western Telegraph) Cllr Skyrme- Blackhall said that the council also recommended that residents download the Noise App (2.0) to help monitor the situation. 'I hope that this won't be needed and that the hotel keeps music to acceptable levels so everyone can enjoy our beautiful town,' she added. Subscribe to the Western Telegraph today for news from Pembrokeshire you can trust. Sign up here: Why subscribe? Unlimited access to news articles Fewer ads and interruptions Reader rewards Puzzles Full access to our app The Imperial's resident DJ, The Mammoth DJ, posted on social media saying that the situation was now under control 'We have worked with the local council and residents to get this right as our intentions were never to upset anyone,' he said. 'We understand our volume level limits now and as this last Saturday demonstrated, we are working within the limits to ensure everyone has a great time.' (Image: Pexels/ David Bartus) He thanked people for their comments of support, adding: 'Tenby Rocks is a fabulous afternoon, and it really does rock! Why not pop in and see for yourselves?' Jason Hiley, managing director of Crest Hotels Group said that he had been overwhelmed by the positive response the Imperial had got both from guests and the wider public. 'Our aim was to bring something vibrant and different to Tenby, and we're grateful for the warm support we've received from the local community,' he said. 'As a responsible business, we're committed to listening and responding to feedback, and we want to ensure we strike the right balance for all stakeholders,' he said. He added that the hotel was 'taking proactive steps' to ensure its events 'enhance the town's atmosphere without causing disruption'. 'We welcome constructive dialogue and are taking steps to address concerns raised,' he said. 'At our core, we are a hotel for Tenby, and the local community remains incredibly important to us.'
Yahoo
03-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Kirklees Council launches app for reporting noise complaints
Kirklees Council has launched a new app for reporting noise disturbances. The free Noise App allows residents to record and send sound directly to the Pollution and Noise Control Team. This initiative replaces the Night Time Noise Service, which was operated previously in response to the annual increase in noise complaints in the summertime, and which saw officers visit residents to address complaints in real time. The old approach was said by a council spokesperson to be "resource-intensive," with officers "often unable" to capture the noise in time during busy periods. Councillor Munir Ahmed, cabinet member for environment and highways, said: "As the weather improves, of course more of us want to take advantage of being outside and spending time with friends and family. "Unfortunately, the council's Pollution and Noise Control Team see a huge increase in complaints over this time, as understandably too much noise can be disturbing. "It's easy to get carried away when having parties, but please spare a thought for your neighbours and keep noise to a minimum to avoid disruption." The council's Pollution and Noise Control Team can be reached via phone on 01484414739 or by email at pollution@
