The site of the former Barney's Playbarn in Coalville is to be converted into an office and workshop.

Planning permission has been granted by North West Leicestershire District Council to go ahead with the scheme at the Scotlands Industrial Estate.

The applicants - a Mr and Mrs Boulton - submitted plans to the council to operate as industrial use.

The proposed external works include the replacement of windows and doors and the installation of

roller shutters.

The building was changed to a children's indoor play area and cafe in June, 2006.

An officer's report to the council reads: "The principle of the development is acceptable. The proposal is not considered to have any significant detrimental design, residential amenity or highway impacts. There are no other relevant material planning considerations that indicate planning permission should not be granted.

"The proposal is deemed to comply with the relevant policies in the adopted Local Plan, It is therefore recommended that the application be permitted."