Preserve the Wacky Warehouse: A Beloved Community Asset

The Issue

The Wacky Warehouse, a local treasure nestled behind the Melrose pub, has provided joy and entertainment for the children of our community for over 20 years. Sadly, its existence is now threatened. The new owners of the building plan to close down the Wacky Warehouse in June to convert it into a mundane storeroom.

As a local and a frequent visitor of Wacky Warehouse, I can attest to its importance and valuable contribution to our community. It's not just a small local softplay. It is a space that embodies spirit, happiness, and community. Moreover, it's the closest, most affordable yet cheerful softplay in our area.

For many, the Wacky Warehouse has been a place where countless childhood memories were created. Its loss would signify more than just the closing of another business - it means losing an essential part of our community's identity and a cherished public space.

Let's not allow it to be traded off for a storeroom. We urge the new owners to recognise what the Wacky Warehouse means to our community and reconsider its closure. This is our plea to save the fond memories and future moments that could be created at the Wacky Warehouse.

Join our effort to keep this beloved communal space alive! Sign the petition and help us preserve the Wacky Warehouse.

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The Issue

The Wacky Warehouse, a local treasure nestled behind the Melrose pub, has provided joy and entertainment for the children of our community for over 20 years. Sadly, its existence is now threatened. The new owners of the building plan to close down the Wacky Warehouse in June to convert it into a mundane storeroom.

As a local and a frequent visitor of Wacky Warehouse, I can attest to its importance and valuable contribution to our community. It's not just a small local softplay. It is a space that embodies spirit, happiness, and community. Moreover, it's the closest, most affordable yet cheerful softplay in our area.

For many, the Wacky Warehouse has been a place where countless childhood memories were created. Its loss would signify more than just the closing of another business - it means losing an essential part of our community's identity and a cherished public space.

Let's not allow it to be traded off for a storeroom. We urge the new owners to recognise what the Wacky Warehouse means to our community and reconsider its closure. This is our plea to save the fond memories and future moments that could be created at the Wacky Warehouse.

Join our effort to keep this beloved communal space alive! Sign the petition and help us preserve the Wacky Warehouse.

The Decision Makers

New Owners of the Melrose Pub Building
New Owners of the Melrose Pub Building

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Petition created on 14 March 2025