A retrospective scheme for works at an historic Pembrokeshire pub has been submitted to county planners.

In an application to Pembrokeshire County Council, Chris Grey seeks permission for retrospective works for additional shower/toilet facilities for the Speculation Inn and authorised Caravan & Camping Club, near Hundleton, and a replacement store.

A supporting statement through agent Hayston Developments & Planning Ltd says: “The premises has changed hands in recent years and the pub has been sensitively refurbished and the rear paddock operates under a Camping and Caravanning Club exemption and has proven very popular.

“The applicants seek two expansions, which are mainly in retrospect and relate to the following: Bespoke separate toilet/showers for the authorised campsite / tourer site. A small facility is available in the pub, however, this is not ideal for campers who need showers.

“Replacement of a corrugated building attached to the pub, which had collapsed, with a replacement store for the Speculation Inn and its various function.

“The toilets are positioned to the rear of the Speculation Inn and its beer garden and use an existing treatment plant and soakaways for roof water.

“It is the applicant’s intention to retain the current toilet/shower facilities offered to visitors who wish to park their caravans at the Speculation Inn Meadow certified site, or who have come with the intention of camping, and by expanding their offering with a further toilet / shower block, all being more appropriate for modern camping and caravanning client expectations and being Covid friendly.

“A new British Standard compliant package treatment plant with associated drainage fields is now installed ensuring that the clarified water will not cause diffuse water pollution (DWP) in the downstream water network.”

“It already brings a benefit in regard to providing quality tourism operations with required enhanced facilities.”

The application will be considered at a later date.