People in Sherwood have spoken about what they’d like to see replace a charity shop where a 'to let' sign has been put up. Mencap, at 601 Mansfield Road is currently empty.
And people on the high street suggested another charity shop or cafe to open in its place. Jessie Horton, who is 28 and has lived in Sherwood for two years, said: “If whatever this turns into isn’t another cafe or charity shop, I’d be interested to see what it is.
"In Sherwood, there are a lot of bars, restaurants and cafes but that’s what I like about it and it works.” The teaching assistant added: “I like sitting outside The Bakehouse and there’s Corner Stone Pizza which is quite new, I can’t think of anything else that would go there.
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"If it doesn’t turn into a cafe, restaurant, bar or charity shop, I’d like to see a vintage independent retailers, similar to what they have in Hockley.” Healthcare assistant Jo Henry, 35, said there were conflicting opinions over the highs street.
She said: “Some people like all the places to eat, and, charity shops, some people don’t. Personally, I like it so when this [Mencap] turns into something new, I think people in Sherwood would welcome a new place to dine.”
Ms Henry, who lives in Sherwood, added: “I always try my best to support local businesses and, with many highstreets dying, it’s nice to see that places like Sherwood are coping as best as they can, it’s always busy here.”
Retired John Henderson, who is 70 and lives in Sherwood, said whatever replaces Mencap could have a “unique set up” like the shop next door: the shop next door is Elefair, which sells jewellery, accessories and giftware.
John said: “I went there [Mencap] a few times, I have a few favourite places in Sherwood, I generally do go to the charity shops. I’m not sure what I’d like to see replace it [Mencap.] If people are prepared to go in there, it'll probably be a unique set up like next door.” Previously, people told Nottinghamshire Live they’d like to see more diversity, shopping wise in the area.
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