BBC News, Norfolk
Arnold Keys
Andrew Turner/BBCReal estate agents have begun to market a coastal music and dance place of the 30s, but have not included a guide price for potential buyers.
The Great Yarmouth Borough Council voted in March to sell the property of the Art Deco Ocean in Gorleston, after it closed in 2024.
A non -invasive structural report identified defects that could cost £ 800,000 to remedy, but warned that the cost could double if a complete invasive survey was carried out.
Guy Gowing, main partner of Arnolds Keys, said: “The building requiso and investment, but its wonderful location and rich history make this a very attractive perspective for serious players in the leisure and tourism sector.”
Andrew Turner/BBCBuilt in 1939 as the floral hall, the Ocean Room is a distinctive roundabout building, and during the last 50 years it has operated as a nightclub and a place of functions.
He has host acts such as Rag’n’bone Man, Blur and Mike Tyson, and appeared in the film inspired by Richard Curtis and Danny Boyle Beatles, yesterday.
The 15,000 square feet marine building includes a main circular entertainment area of 10,000 square feet, as well as bars and kitchens, and a large south -oriented terrace is accessed from the walk and the beach.
‘Unique opportunity’
The place is marketed with potential in free use, health or nursery, which are allowed under the existing planning permit.
But in addition to expressing financial sacrifices, interested parties will have to demonstrate that they have sufficient funds to achieve the cost of extensive repairs.
Gowing said he had already received expressions of interest from local and national leisure operators.
He added: “This unique opportunity allows the creation of a prominent bar, restaurant or other leisure installation, improving the attractiveness of Gorleston as a tourist destination.
“The property is being sold by Great Yarmouth Borough Council, who completely supports its renewal and redevelopment.
“The historic building offers the opportunity to create a ‘key leisure place that adds value to the tourist offer of Gorleston’ once it has been restored and rebuilt.”
