Adventure Lane unveiling beats the midweek storm

MORE than 80 people braved the storm on Tuesday to take the first peek behind the scenes at Rothesay’s exciting new Adventure Lane.
With the aptly named centre being created at Trinity Church, those who ventured out got the best seats in the house to discover what lies ahead in the first and second phase of the complex.
One of the directors of Adventure Lane, Sophie Reid, admitted she was glad to see so many people, and with so many questions!
The unveiling of the plans in real time and in person by organisers, designers and architects put flesh on the project unveiled in The Isle of Bute News.
“It was all very well received,” said Sophie, “with great questions, including the really practical one about how much it is going to cost to get in.”
“Well, admission won’t cost anything,” she confirmed. “It’s going to be free.”
“There will be charges for some aspects of Adventure Lane, with early-stage plans for special pricing offers. There will be many elements of access and entertainment that will be free of charge.”
Another practical concern was over access to play kit, specifically on height, and all of that is being noted and taken into account.
Its funding award comes from Saputo, one of the world’s largest dairy products companies, as part of its legacy from the takeover of Bute Island Foods.
The concept was developed three years ago by Sophie Reid of The Dressing Room and John Glen at Bute Fabrics, both island-based businesses.
The project leaders have already revealed Adventure Lane will be rolled out over two phases. On Tuesday night, one enthusiastic supporter wondered aloud just what phase three would be like and when it could be expected to appear.
Several people on the night said they were disappointed with one thing, Sophie revealed to The Isle of Bute News.
“They were sorry it didn’t start up 20 years ago!” she laughed.