An application to sell a range of Spanish food on a street in Newquay has been opposed by the town’s business manager.

Ignacio Fernandez de Caleya Delgado has argued that his La Pepa trailer will add to Newquay’s appeal for both residents and visitors.

A grant application has been made to Cornwall Council by Mr Fernandez de Caleya Delgado, who is known as Nacho, for street trading consent to sell paella, Spanish omelettes, patatas bravas, pork crackling, Cornish sardines toast churros, cereals, fruit and yoghurt on Manor Road to the rear of the Concho Lounge from 8am to 9pm, seven days a week.

Newquay Town Council supported the application. However, the application has been referred to committee for determination following a representation from Mark Warren, manager of Newquay BID. The town’s Business Improvement District (BID) aims to “create a well promoted, vibrant, attractive and well-managed town for customers, employees, businesses and investors”.

Mr Warren told Cornwall Council: “I don’t believe Manor Road is suitable for a business to trade, it is a through road for buses and coaches and could impact public safety. This is not a road for trading businesses, we have the high street for this.”

The applicant responded to Mr Warren by letter, saying: “I understand your concerns about the suitability of Manor Road for street trading, particularly with regard to traffic flow and public safety. However, I would like to respectfully highlight that all relevant departments, including highways and public safety authorities, have reviewed the proposal and raised no objections to the chosen location.

“The pitch is situated on a pedestrian area, not on the main carriageway, which ensures that it poses no interference to buses, coaches or vehicle access. I also believe that spreading business opportunities across different areas of Newquay, rather than concentrating them solely on the high street could actually ease traffic congestion and allow for a more balanced commercial ecosystem, especially during peak seasons when visitor numbers increase significantly.

“In fact, Manor Road provides a safe and accessible space for both locals and tourists, which aligns with the vision of Newquay BID’s mission to create a ‘well-promoted, vibrant, attractive and well-managed town’.”

Mr Fernandez de Caleya Delgado added: “As someone trying to contribute to the local community through affordable, healthier food options, I’m committed to enhancing the town’s food offering in a respectful and sustainable way. My goal is not only to build a small business, but to add value to Newquay’s appeal for both residents and visitors.”

Mr Warren responded in turn: “While we respect your goals, we continue to hold concerns about dispersing street trading outside the town centre, which may undermine the efforts made to sustain and enhance Newquay’s high street as a focal point for residents and visitors alike.”

Mr Fernandez de Caleya Delgado’s application states: “As a native of Seville, the home of tapas, I believe offering tapas is a fantastic way for customers to sample a variety of dishes from the menu. The menu is both healthy and delicious, featuring homemade, traditional family recipes that are low in calories. My team and I will encourage customers to bring their own hot drinks cups by offering a discount.”

Cornwall Council’s street trading and pavement licensing sub-committee will discuss the application on Wednesday, July 16.