The Eden Project says it has improved the design and layout of the planned new hotel on its site

Last February planning permission was granted by Cornwall Council for the 109-bedroom hotel.

Eden has now submitted an updated plan for consideration.

The most significant change to the design is that two buildings would now become one, with a reduction of the overall mass and visual impact to allow the structure to blend in more with the landscape.

The new design is more in line with the project’s sustainability mission, says Eden, which insists the hotel will demonstrate best practice for accessibility and inclusivity.

If the amended plans are approved, construction is now due to begin in November (2018) and be complete by January 2020. The hotel would open in the spring of 2020.