'They've brushed us off': Bournemouth beach hut owners lament removal
by Jessica Murray from on (#57331)
Families have been forced to give up prime spots to make way for council's 2.4m environmental hub
On the promenade at Durley Chine in Bournemouth there's a gaping hole where Stuart Smith's family beach hut used to stand.
After 13 years on the waiting list, and almost a decade of enjoying summers on the beach from the comfort of their 7ft by 5ft (2.13 metres to 1.5 metres) bottle green cabin, the family have finally been forced to give up their spot to make way for a 2.4m environmental innovation hub the council are building on the site.
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