As it stands, we are set to lose Bannatyne's Gym on Whitworth Street. This would be a huge loss for Manchester. It's a lifeline for thousands of residents who depend on it for their physical and mental wellbeing, and has been for 27 years. In a city that has already seen the closure of Quay Street Gym last year, replaced by yet another empty shared working space, it is unthinkable to let another valuable community resource be lost in favor of another property development scheme.

Bannatynes Whitworth Street serves as a vital hub for community and connection, bringing people from all walks of life together under one roof, encouraging healthier lifestyles and fostering friendships. At a time when people are struggling with increased cost of living, and widespread mental health issues that the NHS can't cope with, we need more places like this, not less. It is an inseparable part of Manchester's community fabric that must be preserved.

We urge the new landlord to reconsider the redevelopment plans that will force Bannatynes out, and to explore alternative solutions that do not involve sacrificing a space that has served as as a cornerstone of health, happiness, and community spirit in Manchester for 27 years.

Please lend your voice to our cause and help protect this cherished institution by signing this petition. Together, we can show how crucial Bannatynes is to the heart and soul of Manchester.