253:. The concept for the area came as a gift of the land out of private ownership and ministry of defence use. After some change in legislation, planning was given to the no mans land that existed with no public access. The possibility of housing on the site came in early 1970s when it was considered that community design and an inclusive plan would enable the site to accommodate visitors business and homes. The commercial area for retail began trading in 1993 and today still expects some additional business and commercial entities to open. The shingle area was formerly known as The Crumbles and now Sovereign Harbour has a fishing quarter and boatyard, shops, restaurants and bars, alongside homes, a primary school and medical centre. The harbour is designed with five separate basins: North Harbour, South Harbour, West Harbour, Outer Harbour and Inner Harbour. The
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