Marina Developments (MDL) owns Ocean Village, including the building on Ocean Way that Injoy spent £3 million on to convert into a soft play area on Ocean Way.

But the beloved children's centre suddenly closed on September 13, and the company listed on the play centre's website, Sport & Leisure Centres Limited, went into liquidation in November 2024.

In documents submitted on November 11, company accounts showed that the business owed £313,601 to nine firms based in Southampton or Eastleigh .

Sports & Leisure Centres Limited owed £267,906 alone to MDL, which is based in Hamble.

Cineworld previously ran the building that housed the play centre as a multiplex cinema before Injoy signed an underlease agreement dated October 18, 2018.

The company behind Injoy disclaimed all interest in this agreement on December 20 and MDL confirmed that "potential opportunities for the space" were now being explored.

A sign with MDL branding advertising that the old Injoy building is available to let is still stuck up in the front window. (Image: Newsquest) In a statement sent to the Echo, a spokesperson for MDL said: "MDL is working closely with the appointed insolvency firm following the recent closure of Injoy at Ocean Village.

"Our priority is to ensure a smooth and responsible resolution of the situation while exploring potential opportunities for the space.

"We remain committed to supporting our tenants and maintaining Ocean Village as a vibrant destination for visitors and the local community."

A sign bearing MDL branding remains in the window at the old Injoy building, advertising that the space is available to let.

A piece of paper saying "closed for essential maintenance" also remains, which was placed in September when the play centre first shut.

The sign has been stuck to the door since September. (Image: Newsquest) Sports & Leisure Centres Limited also owed £9,760 to Southampton City Council, as of November 2024.

Councillor Lorna Fielker, Leader of Southampton City Council, said: “It is always disappointing when businesses fall into administration.

“Southampton City Council is one of many creditors, albeit not one of the largest ones, who will be assessed by the administrators, and we will work with them as they assess repayment options.”