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Ambitious Plans Revealed for the Transformational King Alfred Leisure Centre Redevelopment

Brighton & Hove City Council has unveiled ambitious plans for a new sports and leisure facility to replace the ageing King Alfred Leisure Centre, with Alliance Leisure appointed as the council’s chosen development partner.

The £65 million scheme, to be delivered through the UK Leisure Framework, which is owned by Denbighshire Leisure Ltd (DLL), will create a modern, sustainable and accessible leisure destination on the city’s seafront. Designed to make the most of its coastal setting, the new centre will offer sea views from the pools, fitness suite and café, while a revitalised public realm will integrate the building into the wider community.

Comprehensive Community Hub

Following extensive public consultation, the plans respond directly to residents’ needs and aspirations. The facility will house a significantly expanded fitness suite, family leisure water, a dedicated entertainment zone and enhanced accessibility throughout. The development aims to serve as a vibrant hub for sport, leisure, wellbeing and social activity for decades to come.

Project Team in Place

Working closely with Alliance Leisure, the council has now confirmed Willmott Dixon as preferred contractor, joining an experienced design and consultancy team led by GT3 Architects. Together, this collaborative partnership will take the project through the next stages of design development and pre-construction.

Funding and Next Steps

The council is proposing a capital investment of up to £65 million, to be funded through a mix of government grants, council borrowing, and residential development on part of the site. The new centre is expected to generate strong revenue streams to ensure long-term operational sustainability.

The proposals will be considered by the council’s Place Overview and Scrutiny Committee and Cabinet later this month. Subject to approval, the project will move into the planning stage, with a planning application expected by the end of the year.

Construction is not anticipated to begin before early 2026, with completion targeted for spring 2028. In the meantime, the existing King Alfred Leisure Centre will remain open for as long as possible.

To follow this project, check out the development website HERE.

The appointment of Willmott Dixon marks a significant step forward, and we are excited to work with our partners to deliver a modern, sustainable centre that will meet the needs of the community for generations to come.

Tom Fairey

Development Director, Alliance Leisure

We are excited to be appointed as the preferred contractor for this transformational project. Having recently delivered the successful transformation of Brighton Metropolitan College, we understand the importance of creating facilities that truly serve this vibrant coastal community. We're particularly excited to integrate cutting-edge sustainable technologies and accessibility innovations that will set new standards for coastal leisure facilities. Working alongside Brighton & Hove City Council and Alliance Leisure, we're committed to delivering not just a building, but a community hub that will serve residents and visitors for generations to come.

Richard Poulter

Managing Director for Construction South, Willmott Dixon

Works Begins on Major Regeneration Project at The PEAK

This month construction has begun at The PEAK Leisure Centre in Stirling, Scotland marking the start of a £2.45 million investment that will substantially increase the size of the gym and create two purpose-built fitness studios.

Set to complete in April 2026, the project, led by Alliance Leisure, will deliver modern, inspiring spaces designed to meet the needs of the centre’s growing membership and support the health and wellbeing of the wider community.

First opened in 2009, The PEAK has become a cornerstone of Stirling’s community. Originally designed to support around 3,500 members, the centre now caters for more than 8,000 with over half regularly using the gym and fitness studios. This latest investment by Stirling Council, funded through Prudential Borrowing, will ensure the centre continues to meet the growing needs of residents while supporting wider ambitions around health, wellbeing, and financial sustainability.

The project will repurpose three courts of the existing nine-court sports hall, creating an extended first-floor gym alongside two ground floor studios via a mezzanine structure.

A team of leisure specialists, led by Alliance Leisure, has been assembled to deliver the project through the UK Leisure Framework. Scotland-based Thomas Johnstone Ltd has been appointed as lead contractor, working alongside CD Architects, Axiom Project Services for Project management and Quantity Surveying, Struer as structural consultant and Wallace Whittle as mechanical and electrical consultant. ABT Safety will act as principal designer, with Hutchi providing specialist AV and lighting services.

The PEAK, managed by Active Stirling on behalf of Stirling Council, will continue to provide a vital service to the community throughout the works, with just the sports hall usage suspended until works complete and the new facilities become available.

To follow the development’s progress, visit a dedicated website constructed to follow the progress of this project: activestirling.org.uk/peak-redevelopment

The PEAK Redevelopment Project marks a bold and exciting new chapter for Stirling. We are creating a space that truly meets the needs of our growing community – a place where everyone can find opportunities to improve their health, connect with others, and feel part of something special.

Matt Bunnell

Interim CEO

The PEAK already plays a vital role in Stirling's active landscape, but with membership more than doubling since opening, it's clear that demand has outgrown provision. This investment will deliver the modern, accessible, and inspiring spaces needed to support residents in living healthier, more active lives.

Jo Cameron

Alliance Delivery Manager

Plans Revealed for West Wickham Leisure Centre Transformation

A Planning Application has been submitted for the partial rebuild of West Wickham Leisure Centre, revealing proposed designs for the exterior of the new leisure facility.

The project will be delivered by specialist leisure development partner Alliance Leisure for the London Borough of Bromley through the UK Leisure Framework, owned and managed by Denbighshire Leisure Ltd. The main contractor will be Etec Group.

The proposals include a new café, gym, reception area, changing rooms and a competition-length swimming pool.

Demolition works at the centre are set to commence in the coming weeks, subject to Planning Approval, with the £22m works having already been approved at a meeting of the Council in July. Works are also continuing on the refurbishment of the remainder of the centre, particularly the learner pool.

Councillor Yvonne Bear, Executive Councillor for Renewal, Recreation and Housing, said:

This is an important step towards the delivery of this new state-of-the-art leisure centre, with the attractive designs seeking to further tie together our public spaces in West Wickham. We are in a fairly unique position among local authorities of being able to press ahead with a substantial investment in our leisure provision, and I know many residents will be excited to see further progress on site shortly as we secure this centre for many years to come.

The revised proposals follow structural assessments work at the centre after asbestos was removed, allowing the building structure to be examined more closely. Part of the building was determined to be beyond economic repair and must be demolished and rebuilt. Although the centre will now be delivered on a revised schedule, expected to reopen in early 2028, the rebuild plan will offer greater long-term certainty and also minimise future maintenance costs.

Steve May, CEO of Mytime Active, the charitable trust that manages leisure facilities in the borough on behalf of the Council, said:

The partial rebuild will not only preserve a much-loved community asset, it will significantly enhance the experience for our customers – from upgraded fitness facilities and a brand new pool to modern changing areas and a vibrant cafe. With improved accessibility and a more welcoming environment, West Wickham will be transformed into a fit-for-purpose, inclusive health and wellbeing hub that better meets the needs of all of our community.

Ruth Ripsher, Business Development Manager, Alliance Leisure said,

It is fantastic that all parties have been able to work intensely and collaboratively to determine a way forward for this fantastic redevelopment. The revitalised centre has been designed with the local community at the forefront, and will provide new and enhanced ways for people to get active in the area.

The West Wickham Leisure Centre was closed last year following initial findings of structural issues at the centre. Enabling works, including asbestos removal, have already been completed, which will allow works on the rebuild to proceed at pace.

Work Begins on Sun Lane Leisure Centre Decarbonisation Project

Wakefield Council is investing millions in carbon cutting technology at Sun Lane Leisure Centre, supporting its commitment to reduce carbon emissions across its estate and work towards net-zero targets.

We are delivering this multi-million pound project, procured using the UK Leisure Framework, which is owned and managed by Denbighshire Leisure Ltd (DLL), on behalf of Wakefield Council. Work is scheduled to begin this autumn and is expected to be completed by March 2026.

The project will see the centre’s fossil fuel-based heating systems, including gas boilers and the combined heat and power (CHP) unit, replaced by three rooftop air source heat pumps (ASHPs). These will be installed alongside a suite of energy-efficiency upgrades including the installation of solar panels, upgrades to the building management system (BMS), replacement LED lighting throughout, new heat emitters, the integration of an 8,000-litre thermal store to optimise heating performance plus general upgrades to the electrical infrastructure.

Tom Gardner, Business Development Manager, said:

“Through the UK Leisure Framework, we have delivered many decarbonisation projects for various councils. Bringing together such a stellar group of experts we ensure fast, compliant procurement and a highly efficient delivery from planning through to project completion. This project is no different. Works will ensure a vast improvement in the energy efficiency of the leisure centre, taking the council one step further along its ambitious decarbonisation journey.”

The project has been made possible by funding from the Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme (PSDS), plus the council’s own reserves. A total pot of almost £5 million is being invested which also includes the support of works at Upton Primary School in Pontefract, being delivered separately.

To deliver the project, the experienced partners include: Hensall as Principal Contractor, CGP MEP as MEP designer, Bradshaw Gass and Hope as Principal Designer and Axiom as project manager and quantity surveyor.

Cllr George Ayre, Wakefield Council’s Cabinet Member for Climate Change and Environment, adds:

“This latest investment is part of our wider decarbonisation journey at Wakefield Council. In 2019 the council declared a climate emergency and issued a pledge to become a carbon neutral authority by 2030. Sun Lane Leisure Centre is one of our most energy-intensive buildings. These works will not only help reduce emissions but will also improve operational efficiency and resilience for the future.”

Planning Granted to Extend Swimming Provision in Droitwich Spa

Planning Granted To Extend Swimming Provision In Droitwich Spa

Wychavon District Council has been granted planning permission to push ahead with the £13 million pound regeneration of Droitwich Spa Leisure Centre.

The works, which we are delivering, will be focused around increasing the facility’s swimming provision, with the addition of a learner pool to support the existing main pool, whilst also modernising throughout to improve engagement, user experience and energy efficiency.

The project will be delivered through the UK Leisure Framework, managed by Denbighshire Leisure Limited (DLL), with a team of leisure development specialists that include; main contractor, Speller Metcalfe Ltd, architect and design specialist, Watson Batty and award-winning pool and construction company, Buckingham Pools. Works are expected to get underway in August and complete in the summer of 2026.

Droitwich Spa Leisure Centre has served the residents of Droitwich Spa for more than 25 years and it is the council’s ambition that the centre remains a valued and integral part of the community for many years to come. In its current form, the centre is limited in its capacity to support the swimming needs of the community. The single, 25 metre, main pool creates programming challenges and makes it difficult to accommodate the diverse needs of the community.

This will deliver a much-improved experience for users of Droitwich Spa Leisure Centre and ensure Wychavon boasts some of the best leisure facilities in the district and the country.

Cllr Dan Birch

Wychavon's Executive Board Member

Incorporating a dedicated learner pool will unlock potential to run a full programme of swimming lessons without disrupting the busy programme in the main pool that includes lane swimming, aqua classes and sessions that cater for those with sensory issues and other groups that use pool time for rehabilitation, recovery and treatment. The dedicated learner pool will also drive the expansion of engagement with local schools and families to improve community swim school provision, ensuring even more young people can develop swimming as a valuable life skill.

The new 8x12m learner pool will be housed in a building that will extend the leisure centre’s footprint and will also accommodate a new reception area and café. A dry link to the existing wet changing rooms will create a seamless user journey from check-in to pools.

Gillian Dunster, Business Development Manager, Alliance Leisure, says;

Whilst the new leaner pool is the main addition in terms of facilities, we will also be carrying out extensive legacy works to modernise infrastructure and aesthetics throughout. The installation of air source heat pumps, comprehensive upgrade works to heating and ventilation systems, plus the installation of solar panels mounted to the roof of the new extension, will all improve energy efficiency. This will create a more environmentally sustainable facility that supports the council’s net zero by 2030 ambitions.

Wet and dry changes areas will be renovated whilst remodelling works will create three new flexible-use treatment rooms, served by a dedicated reception and waiting area, plus a new duty manager’s office.

The project is being funded by Wychavon District Council which, separate to this contract, is also upgrading the centre’s car park taking the total investment to £15 million.

Alliance Leisure Transforms Skegness Theatre Into A Scandinavian-Inspired Cultural Hub

Alliance Leisure Transforms Skegness Theatre Into a Scandinavian-Inspired Cultural Hub

The Embassy Theatre in Skegness has officially reopened its doors following the completion of a £4.1 million redevelopment designed to reimagine the much loved venue as one of the UK’s first Scandinavian-inspired ‘culture house concepts’.

Delivered by us through the UK Leisure Framework, owned and managed by Denbighshire Leisure (DLL) the project has transformed the historic 1926 building into a modern, accessible and flexible use venue capable of hosting a wide range of year-round cultural activities, performances and community events.

Funded by the Skegness Towns Fund and Arts Council England’s Cultural Development Fund, the works support East Lindsey District Council’s ambition to increase participation in the arts, expanding opportunities for local people, particularly young people, to engage with culture in new and inspiring ways.

The works include major upgrades to the auditorium’s retractable seating system, an extension for new storage facilities to accommodate more ambitious productions and a remodelled entrance and multi-use space. A stylist Art Deco bar has also been installed and external improvements include a new seating area, enhanced changing rooms, enhanced signage, toilet facilities and a lift to improve inclusion and accessibility.

The Embassy Theatre will continue to be operated by Magna Vitae, a charitable trust and partner to East Lindsey District Council.

Seb Rowe, Delivery Manager, Alliance Leisure, says:

This model breaks new ground in the UK by adopting the Scandinavian Culture house approach, where spaces are designed for versatility, inclusivity and creativity. Working in collaboration with partners including Universal Construction, LK2 Architects and Axion Project Services, through the UK Framework, we have delivered a pioneering venue that balanced modern functionality with the rich heritage of the building. We are proud to have played a part in remodelling a historical building into a modern day cultural hub.

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Alliance Leisure delivers Clay Cross Active despite major construction setback

Alliance Leisure has successfully delivered a £26.3 million leisure and wellbeing hub for North East Derbyshire, overcoming significant challenges caused by the collapse of contractor ISG.

The project was temporarily paused when ISG, the original main contractor, went into administration in September 2024. Alliance Leisure worked swiftly to secure Universal Civils & Build to take over and complete construction works. The site was quickly made safe and construction restarted with minimal delay.

“Delivering a brand new community hub was always going to have its challenges, but when the main contractor suddenly went into administration halfway through the build, it could have meant the end of this scheme,” says Will Gardner, Business Development Manager, Alliance Leisure.

“It’s thanks to the dedication of our team, the strong collaboration between our partners and the flexibility of the UK Leisure Framework, managed by Denbighshire Leisure Limited (DLL), that we were able to act quickly, onboard a new contractor and deliver this transformational project for North East Derbyshire.”

Clay Cross Active replaces the outdated Sharley Park Leisure Centre. Designed by GT3 Architects, the low-carbon facility features sustainable technologies such as solar PV panels and air source heat pumps. Clay Cross Active combines health, fitness and wellbeing facilities with essential community services for the more than 20,000 local residents.

Facilities include a 100-station gym, immersive group cycling studio, four court sports hall in addition to a 25m swimming pool with six lanes, plus a learner pool with spectator seating. Designed with accessibility in mind, the changing village is supported by a Changing Places facility.

A wellness suite featuring a 10-station Innerva power-assisted equipment circuit caters for people of all fitness levels, particularly older adults, those who are less mobile, suffering from illness or who are undergoing rehabilitation.

Other facilities include soft play, a TAGactive indoor adventure play area, a treatment room, a multi-purpose room for community activities and a café with a viewing gallery for the swimming pool.

Gardner adds: “It’s also worth noting that we have been able to retain the original sports hall frame that we originally thought would need replacing. This has resulted in a 40 per cent saving on embodied carbon, good for the budget and great for the planet.”

As an integrated hub, NHS maternity clinics and services such as Citizens Advice are also operating from the centre.

Outside, the large park has been enhanced with new social areas, improved play equipment and a full size 3G floodlit pitch.

North East Derbyshire District Council Cabinet Member for Leisure, Cllr Kathy Rouse, says: “The development is a key part of an on going £32m investment in leisure facilities across the district and also the Clay Cross Town Investment Plan, which will drive regeneration and community wellbeing across the area. Through co-locating leisure and community wellness services we aim to make it as easy as possible for people to access and benefit a wider range of facilities and services than they may otherwise engage with. The facilities look absolutely amazing and have been designed and built with sustainability and longevity in mind. This new addition to the community in Clay Cross will benefit many generations of residents.”

Clay Cross Active was one of several major leisure developments being delivered by Alliance Leisure through the UK Leisure Framework that were affected by the sudden collapse of ISG. Despite the scale of disruption, Alliance Leisure successfully appointed new contractors and ensured every affected project was back on track within just 100 days.

The launch of Clay Cross Leisure Centre was marked by an official opening on 27^th June, attended by representatives from North East Derbyshire District Council, Alliance Leisure, the wider development team, plus main other community partners.

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Grantham Meres Leisure Centre Sets Benchmark for Net Zero Leisure Facilities

South Kesteven District Council is moving towards more sustainable leisure facilities in the UK with the launch of a Net Zero Pod at Grantham Meres Leisure Centre.

Delivered in partnership with leisure development specialists Alliance Leisure and renewable energy specialist Leisure Energy, the £4 million project utilises air source heat pump technology to dramatically reduce operational costs, boost efficiency and cut carbon emissions.

Replacing the leisure centre’s gas boilers, the Net Zero Pod is a sector leading example of a pioneering application of Air Source Heat Pump Technology within a stand-alone external acoustic packaged plant room. The air-to-water NZP has been uniquely designed for use within a leisure and swimming pool environment and is installed as a complete unit ready to be connected to the existing system. Alongside the pod there is an evaporator fan deck housing fan units. The pod will be built off-site to the required specifications at Leisure Energy’s Technology Centre in Kidderminster and transported to the leisure centre.

Unique benefits of the net zero pod include ease of installation and commissioning at the leisure centre, the use of a natural refrigerant, CO₂, with a low global warming potential of 1and the ability to deliver a Seasonal Co-efficient of Performance (sCOP) of above 4 or 400%. This means that in terms of efficiency for every one unit of energy the heat pumps use, it can produce at least 4 units of heat. As a comparison gas boilers run at only 70 to 94% efficiency levels, whilst also producing greater carbon emissions.

Sensors and energy valves are installed in the leisure centre and within the NZP; these communicate with the NZP controls platform which allows for accurate system monitoring and management. The benefits include a rapid response to changes in site demand and weather conditions. Furthermore, the increased visibility of the health and performance of the system means that preventative maintenance can be performed if required.

The innovative solution is expected to reduce the centre’s carbon emissions by more than 550 tonnes a year, helping the council to meet its target of cutting emissions by 30 per cent by 2030.

South Kesteven District Council’s Cabinet Member for Environment and Waste, Cllr Rhys Baker, says:

Heating and electricity costs for Grantham Meres Leisure Centre are substantial. And just like household bills, they have gone up significantly since 2021.

This low-carbon heating system has been a major project for us. We wanted to design and install a modern, efficient, and cost-effective system to replace gas boilers that were well past their best. They needed regular repair and were getting more and more expensive to run.

Installing this heating system will dramatically lower the centre’s energy bills, reduce its carbon footprint and help meet the council’s target of reducing emissions by 30% by 2030.

It is another significant investment in the district’s leisure facilities in general, and in Grantham Meres leisure centre in particular. By acting early and looking to the future, we are helping secure Grantham Mere’s sustainability, and committing to high-quality, affordable leisure facilities for residents.

The project is part-funded through the government’s Salix Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme (PSDS) Phase 3c, with investment from South Kesteven District Council.

Alliance Delivery Manager, Seb Rowe, said:

This project is a shining example of how public-private partnerships can drive innovation to address climate change and improve community infrastructure. South Kesteven District Council is demonstrating that leisure facilities can not only serve public health and wellbeing but also fight climate change.

Mike Worsnop, Strategic Director at Leisure Energy commented

Leisure Energy are extremely proud to working with South Kesteven District Council on the installation of energy saving technology at Grantham Meres Leisure Centre. Our Net Zero Pod will assist the facility to lower utility bills and it’s carbon footprint, whilst providing a centre for generations to use.

Work begins on site at the end of June 2025, with the project due to complete in the spring of 2026.

The scheme follows the installation of 574 solar panels at Grantham Meres Leisure Centre after South Kesteven District Council secured a £399,000 grant from Sport England’s Swimming Pool Support Fund. The Fund was created to help local authorities address the rising costs of operating public swimming facilities. Leisure Energy acted as Principal Contractor and Designer for the installation of the panels.

Construction to start on £27.3 million flagship leisure centre in Bishop Auckland

Construction starts on £27.3m Flagship Leisure Centre in Bishop Auckland

This summer sees the start of work on a new £27.3 million leisure centre in Bishop Auckland for Durham County Council. The flagship development is the first new build project in the council’s ambitious Leisure Transformation Programme.

The new centre replaces Woodhouse Leisure Complex, which at more than 50 years old, is the oldest facility in the council’s leisure portfolio. This is the fifth scheme to be delivered by the Council’s leisure development partners Alliance Leisure, following the refurbishments of Consett Leisure Centre (2022), Abbey Leisure Centre and Peterlee Leisure Centre in 2023, and the Louisa Centre in 2024.

Funded by the council, the project is supported with £2.5 million from Sport England and closely aligns with its priorities placing health, wellbeing and physical activity at the heart of improving living standards and connecting communities.

Bishop Auckland is among the most deprived wards in County Durham. Across the county, 33% of residents live in the top 20% most deprived areas in England. Almost 39% of adults are classified as inactive, while over half of children and young people fail to meet CMO physical activity guidelines.

The project is part of our leisure transformation programme to modernise leisure facilities across the county as well as our ongoing regeneration of the town. The new venue will bring leisure and library services together in a single, modern site with new features to make our services accessible to all ages and abilities and support community wellbeing.

Cllr Joe Quinn

Cabinet member for resources, investment and assets

The new Bishop Auckland leisure centre has been designed to address these challenges by providing modern, inclusive facilities that encourage physical activity for all ages and abilities. And by incorporating a public library in the development means the centre will be a true community hub combining leisure, health, education and skills under one roof.

The new facility will include a 25m, six-lane main pool and a 20m four-lane teaching pool with moveable floors for maximum flexibility as well as a large gym and two group exercise studios. It will also feature the council’s fourth Move Hub, a power-assisted exercise studio equipped by Innerva for people who need support to improve strength and mobility, including those recovering from health conditions.

An adventure play area will help promote physical literacy, confidence and social development in children, while the café will offer a space for families, friends and the whole community to relax and socialise.

The integrated public library and community space will provide opportunities for learning, cultural events and programmes. An outdoor active area and community garden complete the project.

Architecturally, the centre has been designed with pitched roofs and large windows to maximise natural light and blend with the local environment. Targeting a BREEAM Very Good rating, the building will be fully electric, utilising air source heat pumps and renewable energy systems to minimise costs and futureproof the facility.

The project team includes Morgan Sindall (contractor), Axiom (project management), DPP (planning consultancy) and GT3 Architects (lead designers). The project was procured through the UK Leisure Framework, managed by Denbighshire Leisure Ltd (DLL).

The Bishop Auckland project marks an exciting new chapter in our long-standing partnership with Durham County Council. Building on the success of previous regeneration projects, this flagship development brings together health, wellbeing, culture and learning in one modern, inclusive and sustainable space. I’m proud of the Alliance Leisure team and our partners for their continued innovation and commitment to creating facilities that truly reflect community needs and support Sport England’s priorities.

James Foley

Commercial Director

Construction Begins on £44.5m Kingston Leisure Centre

Construction work has officially begun on the new Kingston Leisure Centre, a major £44.5 million investment that will deliver a modern, community-focused facility whilst also being a regeneration catalyst in the heart of Kingston town centre.

Led by the Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames, the project marks a significant milestone in the borough’s long-term vision to enhance wellbeing, connectivity and inclusivity through high-quality, sustainable public infrastructure.

Following final committee approval in March, work is now underway to deliver a modern, accessible, and environmentally responsible leisure destination. The new facility is being delivered by Alliance Leisure through the UK Leisure Framework, owned by Denbighshire Leisure Ltd (DLL). Construction specialists Pellikaan have been appointed as the main contractor, working alongside architects Roberts Limbrick and project managers, Hadron Consulting.

Cllr Alison Holt, Portfolio Holder for Economic Development and Leisure, says:

I am delighted we’ve reached this moment. This is a significant point in the journey and I’d like to thank all involved for getting us here. We know it’s taken longer than we wanted after plans had to be revisited, but it’s great to get going today on what will be a huge addition to the borough.

Residents told us what they wanted to see, and we are now in the exciting position of being able to deliver on that vision. The new centre meets the needs of our communities as well as helping us to deliver on our sustainability targets, improving a key site in the town centre and creating additional public and play spaces for all to enjoy.

The new Kingston Leisure Centre will include a 25m, 8-lane main pool with moveable floor, a 20m learner pool with interactive splash zone, health suite with sauna and steam room, 150-station gym, group cycling studio, three activity studios, four-court sports hall, squash courts, soft play, and a café. The scheme also delivers a significant uplift to the surrounding public realm, with enhanced landscaping, new pedestrian routes and an improved play area and wildflower meadows.

Tom Fairey, Development Director at Alliance Leisure, comments:

This is the largest project we’ve ever delivered through the UK Leisure Framework. With a clear brief from the council to deliver the highest quality facilities within a carefully managed budget, we’ve brought together a team with a proven track record of success. We’re delighted to be moving into construction and look forward to seeing the building begin to take shape.

The new centre has been carefully designed to respect and complement neighbouring heritage assets, including the listed Museum and Library buildings. The facility is expected to open to the public in Spring 2027.

Discover what the finished centre will look like in this flythrough video:

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Ambitious Plans Revealed for the Transformational King Alfred Leisure Centre Redevelopment

Brighton & Hove City Council has unveiled ambitious plans for a new sports and leisure facility to replace the ageing King Alfred Leisure Centre, with Alliance Leisure appointed as the council’s chosen development partner.

Tom Fairey

Richard Poulter

Works Begins on Major Regeneration Project at The PEAK

This month construction has begun at The PEAK Leisure Centre in Stirling, Scotland marking the start of a £2.45 million investment that will substantially increase the size of the gym and create two purpose-built fitness studios.

Matt Bunnell

Jo Cameron

Plans Revealed for West Wickham Leisure Centre Transformation

A Planning Application has been submitted for the partial rebuild of West Wickham Leisure Centre, revealing proposed designs for the exterior of the new leisure facility.

Work Begins on Sun Lane Leisure Centre Decarbonisation Project

Wakefield Council is investing millions in carbon cutting technology at Sun Lane Leisure Centre, supporting its commitment to reduce carbon emissions across its estate and work towards net-zero targets.

Planning Granted To Extend Swimming Provision In Droitwich Spa

Wychavon District Council has been granted planning permission to push ahead with the £13 million pound regeneration of Droitwich Spa Leisure Centre.

Cllr Dan Birch

Alliance Leisure Transforms Skegness Theatre Into a Scandinavian-Inspired Cultural Hub

The Embassy Theatre in Skegness has officially reopened its doors following the completion of a £4.1 million redevelopment designed to reimagine the much loved venue as one of the UK’s first Scandinavian-inspired ‘culture house concepts’.

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Alliance Leisure delivers Clay Cross Active despite major construction setback

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Grantham Meres Leisure Centre Sets Benchmark for Net Zero Leisure Facilities

South Kesteven District Council is moving towards more sustainable leisure facilities in the UK with the launch of a Net Zero Pod at Grantham Meres Leisure Centre.

Construction starts on £27.3m Flagship Leisure Centre in Bishop Auckland

This summer sees the start of work on a new £27.3 million leisure centre in Bishop Auckland for Durham County Council. The flagship development is the first new build project in the council’s ambitious Leisure Transformation Programme.

Cllr Joe Quinn

James Foley

Construction Begins on £44.5m Kingston Leisure Centre

Construction work has officially begun on the new Kingston Leisure Centre, a major £44.5 million investment that will deliver a modern, community-focused facility whilst also being a regeneration catalyst in the heart of Kingston town centre.

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