AN INDUSTRIAL building in Wrexham could be transformed into a trampoline park for families and children if new plans move forward.

An application has been entered to convert a unit on the Whitegate Industrial Estate in Caia Park by a company called Launch Pad.

The facility will be open to the public for freestyle sessions, formal team-based sessions and a range of fitness programmes.

Group and children’s’ party bookings would also be encouraged.

According to the company, it will create 25 full-time equivalent jobs.

In a planning statement, they said: “This type of facility is now established as a popular family destination and when operating at the top end of the industry in terms of product mix and service ethic proves to be very successful at providing additional leisure provision, consistent with public policy.

“In the development of this project the applicant will benefit from the support of Luna Trampolines – the directors of which have many, many years experience in development a wide range of leisure operations across a broad spectrum of leisure venue types.

“While the facility is primarily a trampoline park, for the comfort of visitors non-alcoholic hot and cold drinks will be available together with light meals and snacks.

“Trampoline parks are a modern expanding leisure pursuit and this project will enhance the surrounding area with jobs for residents and those suffering arguably the greatest economic disadvantage, young adults.”

If the plans are successful, the park would open from 9am to 9pm from Monday to Thursday as well as on Sundays and Bank Holidays

Opening hours would be increased to 9am to 10pm on Fridays and Saturdays .

The facility will be managed through an online booking system to avoid overcrowding.

Other sites were considered for the park, including on Wrexham Industrial Estate and in the town centre.

However, the 2,368 square metre building was found to be most suitable.

The application will be considered by Wrexham Council at a later date.