North Tyneside Council's (NTC) preferred bidder for the redevelopment of Whitley Bay's Spanish City, Robertson, has put its proposals on public display.

Two events were held on 2 June at the resort's Playhouse to unveil the plans, which are now on show at the town's library before an update and feedback session takes place on 7 July. Robertson is proposing a new family entertainment, cultural and leisure centre in the historic Dome building and ballroom, as well as a boutique hotel and new public spaces.

It is hoped that construction work will commence on site at the start of next year, with a view to completing the development in 2014. NTC elected mayor Linda Arkley said: "Lots of people seem to feel, like myself, that this is just the sort of scheme that Whitley Bay needs."

Robertson's Andy McLeod added: "We have always said that this development will be far more successful if the community takes it to its heart and helps shape the plans for its future." Image: Robertson