Tony Porter, of High Street, Ashford, Kingsbridge, writes:

I read with some surprise the remarks emanating from the owner of Burgh Island, Gazette, January 19. They differ so ­widely from other opinions expressed in your piece about the threatened development in Bigbury Bay.

Deborah Orchard, sitting on her island, which is ‘fortunate to stand physically alone’, should spare a thought for the rest of us.

Doubtless she can always order fish and chips from her chef, but local residents and ‘incomers to the area’ will ­sorely miss the Bay Cafe, so expertly run by Craig Worthington and his efficient local staff.

I hope that, even now, ­common sense will prevail, saving that little haven, which has been magical for so many, from being swept away for the benefit of a fortunate few.