Protect our historic building and Trent-side. 

Planning has been granted to demolish 26, Wilford Lane, a historic building with links to one of Nottinghams greatest sons; Jesse Boot. 

26 Wilford Lane is one of the few remaining historic buildings on the West Bridgford side of the Trent, with the majority having been demolished to make space for new developments. 

The building is a unique and eye-catching feature on the banks of the Trent. The building was designed and built alongside Jesse Boot's summer house, Plaisaunce, where Jesse would entertain his employees with dances, musical performances, swimming and fireworks. In the 1920's The Boot family bought the land opposite (on the Meadows side of the Trent). The 'New Park' was laid out with grass and trees, and provided a barrier against flooding as well as a pleasant walkway alongside the river. As part of the development an imposing war memorial gateway was built, with the aid of funds from Jesse Boot. This land is still an invaluable part of the Nottingham landscape, and enjoyed by many year round. 

Unfortunately Plaisaunce was demolished in the 60's, however the residents of Nottingham have been lucky that 26 Wilford Lane remains to this day. The building is part of the history of Nottingham and as such should be preserved. 

Please sign this petition to ask Nottinghamshire County Council Planning lead Mr Sharman to rethink their approval to demolish this historic and culturally significant building to erect one of the two architecturally insignificant buildings shown here.