I was standing on Weymouth beach on the weekend in the glorious sunshine admiring the view towards the Nothe Fort and gardens.

I can't believe that this may be obliterated by a block of flats and hotel in the future development.

This view is unique and interesting, balancing out the equally lovely view on the other side of the bay with the hills and cliffs in the background.

I have read about all the developments over the years in Weymouth where they have demolished lovely buildings and churches etc, only to wish that they could have seen into the future to preserve these wonderful things.

Weymouth is famous for its old fashioned charm and character, don't let the developers ruin this.

I know it is inevitable that new developments have to materialise, but the area behind the Pavilion should be for the public to enjoy and not for the privileged few that will be able to afford these flats or stay in such a hotel.

This development, of course, will bring more traffic into the town and the need for more parking. What about the Cactus Tea Rooms with its beautiful views, also such a unique place to enjoy a meal.

I have been going there with family and friends for years and can't bear the thought of my favourite place disappearing.

The theatre is also very quaint, although I do agree it does need refurbishment.

However, the seats are very comfortable and it feels like a real theatre inside, unlike going to concerts at the BIC in Bournemouth where the modern concert hall has no atmosphere, not to mention the uncomfortable hard school-like seats. It is like just sitting in a big conference hall!

So I hope the developers will keep the charm of our lovely theatre. I also understand that the Ocean Rooms are to be downsized, another blow to the local people.

I attended the last WI conference there and the hall was full to bursting, so how can they even consider making the rooms smaller.

The many other functions that are held there are very disappointed at this, don't the developers and council listen to the local people?

Weymouth is a lovely place to live, so come on please don't ruin it, once changed, lost forever!

LM Reynolds, Portland.