A second Costa Coffee outlet could be setting up in Ramsey if negotiations are successful.
Fancy a Coffee Ltd wants to operate a Costa franchise at the Lakeside Centre, Mooragh Park, and has requested a 10-year lease with an initial rent-free period to allow for the premises to be fitted out and an option to renew the lease for a further five years
Ramsey Commissioners have met bosses of the company and are now seeking Department of Infrastructure approval to enter into the lease. There is already a Costa Coffee in Ramsey – opposite the Courthouse.
The Lakeside Centre is currently closed as work is taking place to replace the leaking roof. The commissioners have been inviting tenders for the tenancy of the facility.
Until a tenant is in place and operating, a mobile catering unit has been given permission to sell refreshments at weekends and during the school holidays. In addition, expressions of interest are being sought for contractors to refurbish the public toilets at the property.
A Costa could also be set up in Castletown opposite the entrance to the castle.
There are currently two Costas in Douglas and one at the airport.