'Good to see another attraction in town': Readers seem to love plans for £3.2m 'adventure centre' coming to Northampton
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A £3.2 million 'adventure centre' filled with loads to do plus food and drink is due to open in the 30,000sqft, former Gala Casino site at Sol Central on Marefair next month.
The vast majority of people who commented on Chronicle & Echo's social media posts about Gravity Activity Entertainment's plans were in favour of the scheme.
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Hide AdSteve Kearns wrote: "It's about time this beautiful town had something, this is great news. Hopefully this is the start of a better future for Northampton."
Steff Suter added: "Good to see another attraction in the town," while Lauren Frost commented: "This looks really cool and is in a good location too!"
Downstairs will be a New York City-themed mini-golf, darts and bowling area called Caddy Shack, with American food and drinks and a stage for open mic nights.
On Facebook, Lee Ives wrote: "Great news at last for the town. Let’s get Sol Central buzzing again"
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Hide AdDawn Sansom commented: "This is great news for Northampton. Wishing them every success," and Louise Hartje put: "What a great idea can’t wait to see it in action!"
Many people on Facebook tagged their friends to suggest going to the centre together once it opens, expected to be in mid-February.
While Rachael Taylor said it would be great to have a trampoline park close to her family as they do not drive.
"Can't wait to take my children here maybe even book a birthday party as well," she added.