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Soft play centre asks parents to bring coats because it can't afford rocketing heating bills
04.10.2022 - 20:59 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
The owners of a soft play centre have asked customers to wear warm clothing when visiting as they can't afford to constantly heat the place.
With energy bills rocketing, Playkidds Play Centre in Swinton, Salford, has been honest with customers about the struggles it is facing.
Owners put a message out on social media explaining the situation to families and asking for their support.
Read more: 'I kept warm for just 9p an hour - and dried my washing with Lakeland three-tier heated airer'
Reluctant to hike entry prices when families are also struggling, they've decided to cut back on heating instead.
"We are very much aware that we all face a difficult winter with ever increasing bills," the post says. "Playkidds has already seen an increase in energy bills.
"We know that children get benefits both with their physical and mental health from soft play, which can be seen as exercise in disguise. It is for that reason that we will try our best not to increase our entry prices.
"To do this we will need to look where we can make savings on our bills. What this may mean is that the centre may not always be as warm as you would like, which is where we would like your support.
"If you are coming to Playkidds, can you consider having warm clothing with you?"
The post goes on to explain that the toddler area will be kept warm, but not the main structure, where older children tend to get warm from climbing and running around.
Some customers welcomed the moved, describing it as 'admirable' to be so 'open and honest about the decision, when other companies would just leave it off without telling customers'.
"This is so kindly worded," said one. "In what world are we choosing between heating for our kids and keeping local business
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