Re-introduce Guitar Hero to Fighting Cocks, Kingston


Re-introduce Guitar Hero to Fighting Cocks, Kingston
The Issue
I remember the days when I would walk into the Fighting Cocks pub in Kingston, and my face would light up at the sight of the Guitar Hero arcade machine. It was my source of fun and a way to unwind after a long day. I might have been the only one frequently playing it, but it was an integral part of my pub experience. Unfortunately, due to low usage and some power consumption concerns, the machine was removed, leaving a void in my routine.
Recently, I noticed the pub has incorporated Sega consoles, which, interestingly, stay powered off until someone decides to use them. This made me realise that a similar approach could be applied to bring back the beloved Guitar Hero arcade machine without impacting the venue's power usage adversely. This solution ensures that even niche interests are catered for without unnecessary energy consumption.
Bringing back the Guitar Hero arcade machine would not only rekindle personal joy but could also attract others who might not have had the chance to experience the thrill it offers. It uniquely blends nostalgia and entertainment, offering patrons a taste of musical fun like no other.
Kingston is a vibrant area with diverse interests, and it's the small, unique offerings like the Guitar Hero arcade that make local venues stand out. Let’s re-introduce it to the Fighting Cocks pub and restore that touch of musical excitement that, though once overlooked, could now thrive alongside other options.
I kindly urge the management of the Fighting Cocks and fellow patrons who share an appreciation for interactive entertainment to consider supporting this petition. Let us revive this arcade experience and potentially see a wider community engagement.
Sign this petition to bring back the Guitar Hero arcade machine to the Fighting Cocks pub in Kingston!

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The Issue
I remember the days when I would walk into the Fighting Cocks pub in Kingston, and my face would light up at the sight of the Guitar Hero arcade machine. It was my source of fun and a way to unwind after a long day. I might have been the only one frequently playing it, but it was an integral part of my pub experience. Unfortunately, due to low usage and some power consumption concerns, the machine was removed, leaving a void in my routine.
Recently, I noticed the pub has incorporated Sega consoles, which, interestingly, stay powered off until someone decides to use them. This made me realise that a similar approach could be applied to bring back the beloved Guitar Hero arcade machine without impacting the venue's power usage adversely. This solution ensures that even niche interests are catered for without unnecessary energy consumption.
Bringing back the Guitar Hero arcade machine would not only rekindle personal joy but could also attract others who might not have had the chance to experience the thrill it offers. It uniquely blends nostalgia and entertainment, offering patrons a taste of musical fun like no other.
Kingston is a vibrant area with diverse interests, and it's the small, unique offerings like the Guitar Hero arcade that make local venues stand out. Let’s re-introduce it to the Fighting Cocks pub and restore that touch of musical excitement that, though once overlooked, could now thrive alongside other options.
I kindly urge the management of the Fighting Cocks and fellow patrons who share an appreciation for interactive entertainment to consider supporting this petition. Let us revive this arcade experience and potentially see a wider community engagement.
Sign this petition to bring back the Guitar Hero arcade machine to the Fighting Cocks pub in Kingston!

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Petition created on 8 July 2025