A landmark building in the south Wales town of Penarth has been put out for tender.
The Vale of Glamorgan Council has begun the marketing process for The Kymin, which is being advertised as a long-term lease opportunity.
Interested parties are invited to set out their proposals for the future use of this popular building and some of the grounds by way of a formal tender bid.
The Kymin overlooks the iconic Penarth Pier and Bristol Channel. The house and its gardens had previously been let to Penarth Town Council before returning to the Vale of Glamorgan Council’s control in April 2020.
The building has previously been used as offices, a venue for weddings, and other events. The Council is hoping to receive “exciting proposals that fully reflect the building’s local historical importance”. The council wants to retain part of the gardens for public use.
Once the marketing process has been concluded, the Council will identify a preferred bidder and any new uses proposed will be subject to the usual consultation and planning processes.
Cllr Neil Moore, Leader of the Vale of Glamorgan Council, said: “The Kymin is one of Penarth’s most well well-known buildings set in a superb location. Making it available for lease represents a fantastic and exciting opportunity to reinvigorate the venue for the benefit of the local and wider community.
“This is a chance to write the next chapter in the Kymin’s colourful history.
“I am also very pleased that our plans will continue to provide public access to much of the grounds as I know this is a valued local amenity in the area.”
