Former nightclub near Bedford could become self-storage business

By John Guinn, Local Democracy Reporter

Published 31st Jul 2024, 14:15 GMT

Land at former Milwaukees Night Club Screenshot Planning Statement Image: LDRS

A former nightclub between Bedford and Rushden could become a self-storage business if plans are approved.

Bedford Borough Council has received plans to change the use of the former Milwaukees Night Club, Rushden Road, Souldrop, to 150 self-storage containers and an office.

The applicant explained that the application was for a change of use as the storage spaces would not be buildings but units that are not attached to the land.

If approved, the containers and storage areas would be rented out to individuals with the “smaller nature” of the sized units reflecting storage needs for the domestic and local market.

More information can be found on the council’s planning portal, reference 24/01393/FUL. The overall consultation expiry date is Tuesday, August 27, 2024.

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