Views in favour of Honister Zipwire heard
People in favour of Zipwire application are now having their say at the meeting.
First up is Jan Wilkinson, one of the Directors of Honister Slate Mine and partner of Mark Weir.
He was the owner of the Mine and it was his idea to build the Zipwire.
He died in a helicopter crash in March 2011.
She told the Committee:
– Jan Wilkinson, Director, Honister Slate Mine"Tourism (in the Lake District) needs to up its game and give it a stronger international profile. We need adventure."
Mountaineer Sir Chris Bonington who has lived in the Lakes for 45 years told the Committee:
– Sir Chris Bonington"I do hope you will allow this exciting and innovative experience to happen."
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