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April 2004:
April 4th - The new Wetherspoon Pub has opened in Morecambe. It is located at the top end of Euston Road, near the promenade. It is called The Eric Bartholomew, named after the late comedy actor, Eric Morecambe.
January 2004:
Midland Hotel
Urban Splash have been granted planning permission to restore and refurbish the currently derelict Midland Hotel. New features will include a roof top terrace, replacement sun lounge, outdoor pool and indoor bath-house. The building will also have many of its original features restored.
The company also intends to redevelop the surrounding area which includes the former Harbour Band Area, Bubbles Site etc.
Victoria Pavillion (Winter Gardens)
The Friends of the Victoria Pavilion are all set to purchase the theatre from the present owners. They propose to restore the inside of the building to include a multipurpose entertainment complex. At present they are trying to raise funds to level the floor of the auditorium which will enable it to be used for a wide range of uses.