Intent to establish private members club in Sark

Under the plans the historical part of La Seigneurie building would be available to members

A letter of intent has been signed by Sark Property Company and the seigneur of Sark to work towards establishing a private members club in the island.

Under the agreement, the historical part of La Seigneurie building will be available to members as a space for socialising, working and private dining.

Sark Property Company said the letter of intent would be converted to a contract if it succeeded with acquiring a large property portfolio in Sark.

It said the refurbishment of the building was part of its wider plans to rejuvenate the island and provide opportunities for residents.

'Private members club'

Swen Lorenz, CEO of the Sark Property Company, said: "La Seigneurie is an historic building and being able to operate a club within its storied walls would be a privilege."

He added: "Sark currently doesn’t have a private members club and we believe establishing one would enhance the appeal of the island for potential new residents, especially younger ones who can contribute actively to the economy.

"The club will only be established if we complete our deal for the Barclay estate, and it will be part of our broader plans to rejuvenate the island and build a resilient and successful community."

The company said it would also analyse whether it will be possible to create additional services on site for members, such as a pool, gym and wellness centre.

The seigneur and his family would continue to live in La Seigneurie and La Seigneurie Gardens would also continue to be operated as a visitor site by La Seigneurie Gardens Charitable Trust, it added.