leisure centre Archives - Alliance Leisure

Articles Tagged with: leisure centre

Join us at Elevate 2024

Are you heading to Elevate this year? Our theme for this year’s event is ‘Looking into the future’, and we have teamed up with a number of suppliers and partners to showcase new products and share knowledge on current trends. Take a look at the opportunities below and get in touch here if you’ve got any questions or would like to arrange a time to meet up.

Say Hello 👋🏼 in the Networking Lounge

When: Wednesday 12^th June 10am-5pm

Where: VIP Networking Lounge

At this year’s show we are sponsoring the Networking Lounge in the centre of the exhibition. A number of our team will be in attendance where you can join us in our VIP area for a coffee and catch up, or take a walk around the exhibition together and see what’s happening in the industry. With a large number of partners attending the show this is a great opportunity to introduce you to some of the people we work with. No booking required, simply contact one of the team to arrange a time.

Debate | Future Trends in Fitness and Wellness

When: Wednesday 12^th June 12.40pm-1.40pm

Where: Debate Theatre

Content: Sarah Watts, CEO at Alliance Leisure, is joining colleagues from the industry, including David Minton (Leisure DB), Will Flint (Energym), Andy Reed (Sports Think Tank), Glen Thurgood (Huumans) and Kate Corfield (Ministry of Sound), to discuss how improving the health of the nation will take a collective effort >>> FIND OUT MORE

Tapas, Cocktails and Friends

When: Wednesday 12^th June 7pm-late

Where: Iberica Canary Wharf

Join us for a drink or three as we host a relaxed social event in Canary Wharf. This is ticket-only but please get in touch with one of the team if you would like to join us.

Round Table | What is sustainability anyway?

When: Thursday 13^th June 12pm-12.40pm

Where: Debate Theatre

Content: Our Commercial Director, James Foley, is chairing this panel discussing the drive to net zero in the fitness sector. James is joined by Keith Ashton from Space & Place, and Duncan Anderson, CEO at South Downs Leisure. The group will look at what sustainability really means, who should be driving it, and whether, as an industry, we are paying more than lip-service to measures to reduce our impact on the climate >>> FIND OUT MORE

Evolutionary Gym Design | Crafting spaces for the modern fitness customer

When: Thursday 13^th June 11.55am-12.35pm

Where: Generate Theatre

Content: Join Paul Woodford, our Strategic Engagement Director, for a forward-thinking exploration into the future of gym design, as he dissects the evolving needs and expectations of customers in 2024 and beyond. Paul is joined by industry experts Alan Davidson, Head of Sales at Jigsaw Fitness, Chris Scragg, Director of Operating Model at Nuffield Health, and Nichola McLachan, Health and Fitness Development Manager at North Lanarkshire Council >>>FIND OUT MORE

Free (extra strong) Coffee in the Networking Lounge

When: Thursday 13^th June 10am-5pm

Where: VIP Networking Lounge

And the show continues into its second day as we once again take our VIP seats in the networking lounge. You are welcome to join us for a free drink and meet some of the team that will be in attendance.

Alliance Leisure Celebrates 25th Anniversary With The Completion of 250th Development Project in Derby

This month sees the public opening of the new build football hub within the grounds of Derby Racecourse, an event that puts a new marker in the sand for development partner, Alliance Leisure, as the company’s 250^th completed project since its launch 25 years ago.

The new £8.4 million building, designed and developed by Alliance Leisure on behalf of Derby City Council, includes a reception area, café, three multi-use rooms, a Changing Places toilet and additional washrooms. Outside, extra car parking spaces have been added to support an outdoor play area, outdoor gym, a basketball training court and general landscaping to enhance the overall aesthetics.

Creating a central hub for the dedicated football facility, the building linked to pre-existing changing facilities and will provide much needed community support for the 3 new, outdoor, full sized 3G turf pitches (FTPs), and a refurbished FTP developed through the Football Foundation pitch framework and will enable the hosting of hundreds of matches every weekend.

Procured through the UK Leisure Framework (managed by Denbighshire Leisure), this project was developed in partnership with Bradshaw, Gass and Hope, Universal Civils and Build, and Abacus Project Management.

This has been an incredible project. The community will now be able to enjoy playing and watching ‘the beautiful game’ year round. Built within the grounds of Derby Racecourse, we worked with some incredible partners on this project, delivered through the UK Leisure Framework, including architects Bradshaw, Gass and Hope, Universal Construction and Abacus Project Management to create a sports hub that will serve the community for many years to come.

Will Gardner

Business Development Manager, Alliance Leisure

On Thursday 8th February and Friday 9th February, operator Leisure United opened the facility’s doors to the community, hosting facility tours, with refreshments provided in the Pavilion cafe. During the following weekend, the first football matches were hosted, marking the return of the Football Leagues.

This project has been an excellent example of successful partnership working. Alliance Leisure, working through the UK Leisure Framework, has brought expertise to this development at every level and stage of the project to deliver a fantastic facility that integrates superbly with the existing building and the pitch works completed by the Football Foundation. Thanks to everyones efforts the community in Derby now has a football facility that will support the activity needs of many generations.

Councillor Hardyal Dhindsa

Cabinet Member for Communities and Streetpride, Derby City Council

Jointly funded by Derby City Council, The Premier League, The FA, and the Government’s Football Foundation, this project showcases the value collaborative working can bring to the community sports infrastructure. An official opening of the football hub is planned later in the year.

This development embodies all that we set out to achieve when we launched Alliance Leisure 25 years ago. It creates a safe, place-based active environment where communities can come together to enjoy all the benefits of being active. In partnership with local authorities across the UK, Alliance has optimised more than £370 million to ensure public sector leisure continues to meet the bespoke needs of the communities it serves.

Sarah Watts

CEO, Alliance Leisure

Having been involved in the delivery of this project from the very start, to now seen it realise its potential & its impact on the community has been a real pleasure. Delivering a build and facility of this quality & size shows the impact the UKLF can have for everyone. To now let the local residents enjoy all the hard work which has been put in by the management & delivery team is testament to the dedication we pride ourselves on in delivery.

Martin Davies

Director, Universal Civils & Build

This scheme is an excellent demonstration of positive collaboration and teamwork. From early inception the Alliance Leisure team and key stakeholders have all come together with the common goal of delivering a hub that will provide excellent facilities and also a community-based destination for local residents and the people of Derby.

Paul Jackson

Director, Abacus

Contact our team to discuss your next project

Alliance Leisure Makes New Appointments to Support Growth

Alliance Leisure has made a raft of new appointments across the business to support its continued growth. The new appointments come as the leisure development specialist celebrates 25 years of transforming leisure provision across the UK.

Jonny Curley has been promoted to the Development Board as Director for Scotland. With more than 25 years in the sector, Jonny joined Alliance Leisure as Business Development Manager in 2022. Since then, he has driven the company’s leisure projects across Scotland, several of which start on site this year.

I was privileged to become part of the Alliance team two years ago and progressing to the board is a great honour. Alliances outstanding culture, team and leadership has been crucial to the company's growth and I look forward to contributing to its continued progress in the years ahead.

Jonny Curley

Director for Scotland, Alliance Leisure

Alongside Jonny, Julia Goddard also becomes Regional Director after 22 years with the company having overseen 130 projects worth an investment value of £160m.

Stuart Thornton joins the company as Financial Director. A seasoned finance and commercial professional, Stuart has held a number of senior financial roles across a range of sectors most recently as Finance Director at the housebuilder Backhouse.

I’m thrilled to be joining Alliance, a company that deservedly has a very strong and positive reputation in the industry. With a great culture and a strong team who have a track record of delivering exceptional results for clients, I know I will be working with the best in the business. I look forward to supporting them in the exciting times ahead.

Stuart Thornton

Finance Director, Alliance Leisure

Jo Cameron also joins the team as Alliance Delivery Manager. The former Sales Team Manager at OneRen, the charitable trust providing leisure, culture and sporting opportunities in Renfrewshire, Jo has worked in both the private and public sectors. Based in Glasgow, she will support developments across Scotland in her new role.

And Steve Rose has been appointed as Alliance Delivery Manager serving the south east region. Steve, who has more than 15 years’ experience in and around the industry, has previously worked at Fusion Lifestyle, SIV and Sheffield City Council.

I’m delighted to welcome these new members to the team. With a strong pipeline of projects across the UK, it’s an exciting time for Alliance Leisure as we celebrate our 25th anniversary. It’s imperative we have the right skills and expertise to service our continued growth. These appointments will help support our clients and the future success of the business.

Paul Cluett

Managing Director, Alliance Leisure

Meet the rest of the team here

Alliance Leisure Delivers Knockout BOX12 Studio in Walsall

Working in partnership with Walsall Council, Alliance Leisure has delivered its first dedicated BOX12 boxing-based boutique training facility within the footprint of an established leisure centre.

The new studio, created from under-utilised office space, occupies a new studio space on the first floor and can accommodate up to 16 participants at any one time, all working out in a circuit style format, supported by digital coaching and exercise demonstrations.

We were looking to create something special, something unique in the community that would inspire people to get active and stay active. Alliance Leisure has an excellent reputation and track record for developing engaging place-based activity spaces so employing their expertise was a no-brainer. We wanted to obtain maximum impact and engagement for our £300,000 budget. When the BOX12 studio was first tabled as an idea we were a little sceptical. It sounded interesting but we were struggling to understand how it might work as a ‘box within a box’ at Oak Park Active Living Centre. Our concerns were soon put to rest when Alliance hosted visits to an existing BOX12 facility located at Newcastle Under Lyme. We fell in love with the energy, fun and uniqueness of the experience and were convinced it would ignite a spark in the community and people would want to get involved. We were also encouraged by the fact that the two BOX12 founders are also co-owners of the established Hatton Boxing brand.

Stuart Webb

Group Manager, Walsall Council

BOX12 is a 36-minute workout consisting of 12, 3-minute rounds that combine boxing and functional fitness exercises. Each exercise is separated by a 3-minute rest period. The workout is fast-paced, training strength, power and cardiovascular fitness as well as balance, reaction time and flexibility.

BOX12 provides a welcoming and encouraging environment for everybody, regardless of ability or experience. People can train at their own pace and level within the parameters of the workout format.
Whilst some of the exercises are individual, many require people to pair-up, helping to nurture a supportive community that provides social and mental benefits as well as physical. Digital instruction and exercise demonstrations are provided throughout, freeing up instructors to focus more on motivational coaching and encouragement. In the case of the install at Walsall, BOX12 also integrates the Myzone platform, helping people to understand their training levels, challenging themselves whilst working within safe limits.

Kenny Wattam

Project Manager, BOX12

Works began in October 2023 transforming the office space into the vibrant BOX12 studio and completed in just 11 weeks. BOX12 launched in 2019 so is still a relatively new kid on the fitness industry block. That said, it is experiencing exciting growth within the UK, Europe and as far afield as Saudi Arabia.

The BOX12 project at the Oak Park Active Living Centre was delivered by Alliance Leisure through the UK Leisure Framework, owned by Denbighshire Leisure Ltd (DLL). Other partners on the project include Universal Construction, Savernake Property Consultants, Bignall Shacklady and Ewing Architects and Greenwood Projects for Principal Design.

In terms of the sensory experience we kept within the traditional BOX12 design framework, creating a stripped back industrial feel enhanced by strategically positioned lighting, wraparound graphics and high-quality equipment. When people step into the studio, they immediately feel they have arrived in a unique space, leaving any stresses and strains of everyday life at the door and enabling total focus on their workout. BOX12 is fresh and delivers a unique experience for people living in and around Walsall. Whilst it is hoped the existing leisure centre users will embrace the new offer, we also expect BOX12 to attract a new audience, extending the centre's positive influence on the local community.

Kenny Wattam

Project Manager, BOX12

Alliance Leisure appointed to new leisure centre project for Kingston upon Thames

Alliance Leisure has been appointed to work on the concept design for a new leisure centre for The Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames in south-west London.

Appointed via the UK Leisure Framework, which is owned and managed by Denbighshire Leisure Ltd (DLL), Alliance Leisure will help shape the new two storey venue, which has sustainability, accessibility and inclusivity at its heart.

The design team, which includes architects Roberts Limbrick, are currently working with community stakeholders, potential future users and the council to ensure the new design meets their needs. Public update sessions will take place this month, with engagement on the proposed designs scheduled for the spring.

The new design will replace former plans for a leisure complex as the council made the decision not to proceed with the approved application when the unprecedented national financial picture led to costs rising to almost double the agreed budget.

Kingfisher Leisure Site Oppotunities 3D 1 (002)

Located in Kingston town centre on the site of the old Kingfisher Leisure Centre which closed in 2019, outline plans for the new facility include two swimming pools with moveable floors. The 25m, eight lane pool will offer spectator seating for 150 people, while the smaller pool measuring 20m x 10m will feature lights, water fountains and accessible steps for fun splash sessions. A pool pod, hoist and easy going access steps will be available in both pools for comfortable access for those with additional needs.

Following extensive consultation and a strategic review of indoor sports needs across the borough, other facilities will include a 150-station gym, four-court sports hall, three multi-activity studios, a group cycling studio, two squash courts, a health suite with sauna and steam rooms, café and a soft play area. The centre will also offer a fully accessible Changing Places toilet facility.

Spaces around the site will be enhanced as part of the project, including upgrading the outdoor play area and improving green space.

The development aims to achieve a BREEAM Excellent rating and will incorporate Net Zero design principles and a host of technologies to reduce carbon emissions and operating costs. The building will be all electric, with power supported by solar panels and heat generated by air source heat pumps.

The project team includes architects Roberts Limbrick, Hadron Consulting, Design Active and Varsity QS.

Kingfisher Leisure Site Oppotunities 3D_ 2 (002)

Kingston Council is committed to building a new swimming and leisure centre in Kingston town centre and we have been working at pace to bring forward revised proposals for the complex. We are pleased to have such an experienced project team, managed through Alliance Leisure and procured through the UK Leisure Framework, to ensure that the project can be delivered on time, include the range of activities that residents and stakeholders said they wanted to see, and within an affordable budget.

Chris Jones

Project Director at Royal Borough of Kingston Upon Thames

Having developed over 200 leisure projects, our role is to use this experience to lead a team of best-in-class experts to develop an outstanding new leisure facility for Kingston. We are looking forward to shaping a new, sustainable and inclusive leisure centre that meets the needs of the local community providing long lasting improvements in physical and mental health and wellbeing.

Tom Fairey

Development Director, Alliance Leisure

Our specialist sport and leisure team, with a national reputation in this sector, are delighted to be playing their part in the design of a new accessible, inclusive and sustainable swimming and leisure centre for the residents of Kingston. The centre is being designed to provide a range of facilities and opportunities for users of all abilities to promote active lives. Two swimming pools, a sports hall, squash courts, fitness gym, studio spaces and health suite form the key sporting facilities that sit alongside a large café and double height soft play. It is exciting to see the designs developing into an efficient two-storey building that meets the needs of the local community on this important town centre site.

Chris Kent

Associate, Roberts Limbrick

Sustainable Leisure And Wellness Centre Opens In North Yorkshire

Sustainable Leisure and Wellness Centre Opens in North Yorkshire

North Yorkshire Council delivered an early Christmas present to the residents in Knaresborough in the form of a new £17.5 million energy efficient leisure and wellness centre. (December 2023)

The new build centre, developed by Alliance Leisure through the UK Leisure Framework, was originally commissioned by Harrogate Borough Council and is now part of a wider £47.9 million leisure transformation project by the newly Combined North Yorkshire Council. Investment has also delivered an extensive refurbishment of The Harrogate Hydro – rebranded the Harrogate Leisure and Wellness Centre, which creates a network of modern, sustainable leisure and wellness hubs designed to serve the community for many years to come.

In Knaresborough, the new Leisure and Wellness Centre delivers a range of wet and dry facilities for all ages to enjoy. In addition to a six-lane 25-metre pool, complete with pool pod, a leisure pool with flume and a 60-station fitness suite, there is also a sauna and steam room, a group fitness studio, an immersive group cycling studio and a café. Outside, a children’s play area constructed from natural materials will open in the new year and has been designed to blend in with the surroundings. Electric car charge points and bicycle storage have also been added to encourage sustainable travel.

In addition to delivering on facilities and community needs, the new Leisure and Wellness Centre also delivers on energy efficiency. Old school gas boilers have been swapped out for efficient air source heat pumps whilst roof mounted solar panels provide an ongoing source of renewable energy. LED lighting throughout is complimented by a modern building management system and state-of-the-art electrical infrastructure, all contributing to an anticipated 60 per cent reduction in carbon output compared fossil fuelled alternatives.

The Knaresborough Leisure and Wellness Centre, along with the Harrogate Leisure and Wellness Centre and the Jack Laugher Leisure and Wellness Centre are all managed by Brimhams Active, a community health and wellbeing company, wholly owned by North Yorkshire Council.

‘Meeting communities where they are’ has been a mantra of the project. Working alongside Brimham’s, the Alliance TA6 team have been supporting project success with the delivery of strategic marketing, delivering branding personas that truly reflect the philosophy of ‘helping people move more, live well, and feel great across the Harrogate district’.

All works at Knaresborough Leisure and Wellness Centre has been delivered by leading leisure development specialist Alliance Leisure, working alongside construction partner, ISG and GT3 Architects. Works have been delivered through the UK Leisure Framework, owned by Denbighshire Leisure Ltd (DLL).

By moving the service offer from being a conventional swimming pool to a community health and wellbeing service we aim to help people move more, live well, feel great and reduce the proportion of the population that is physically inactive.

Councillor Simon Myers

North Yorkshire Council’s executive member for culture and leisure

In Knaresborough, the new build facility is also achieving BREEAM Excellent status, a recognised third-party certification for sustainability performance. Achieving the 'excellent' standard of efficiency places the development amongst the top performing leisure facilities in the UK when it comes to energy efficiency. This is good news for the council's net zero targets, good news for residents and ultimately, good news for the planet. More than 60 per cent of project works has been delivered via the local supply chain whilst targeted training opportunities have created several apprenticeship opportunities. This development is truly a project delivered by the community for the community and it's been an absolute privilege to be involved.

James Foley

Commercial Director, Alliance Leisure

At Brimhams Active we have a simple vision: to ensure everyone in our community can lead an active, healthy and happy life. The creation of this new Leisure and Wellness Centre provides a modern, safe space where all walks of life, at every stage of life's journey, can come together and enjoy a range of activities from swimming and fitness to dining and relaxing. The investment really does deliver something for everyone. I'm now looking forward to working with my team to bring these facilities to life.

Mark Tweedie

Managing Director, Brimhams Active

Alliance Leisure appointed to deliver new build leisure and sport complex in Lancashire

Following a successful planning application by Hyndburn Borough Council, Alliance Leisure has been appointed to deliver a new build leisure and sport centre at Wilsons Playing Fields, Clayton-le-moors, Lancashire.

The new £12 million development being delivered in partnership with Sport England, will include a four-lane, 25 metre swimming pool, a fitness suite, sauna and steam room, group exercise studio, café, large changing village and dedicated changing facilities that will service teams making use of the various outdoor sports facilities. Funding for the project has been allocated by Hyndburn Borough Council as part of the borough’s leisure transformation plan.

The development of the new leisure and sports centre is part of our ongoing commitment to provide everyone in our community with the leisure and social opportunities they need to prosper. The modern building will complement the existing outdoor sports facilities creating opportunities for the whole community to enjoy a wide variety of activities both as participants and as spectators. This investment will provide a community facility that drives health and happiness for many years to come. Every effort has been made to ensure the finished centre will answer the specific needs of our community. Alliance Leisure has been instrumental in supporting us through the planning application and development of the project, undertaking detailed surveys and reports, and assembling a best-in-class project team to see this concept through to completion. Working with Alliance through the UK Leisure Framework, we will ensure efficiencies and expertise at every stage of the build, ensuring every penny invested delivers a positive return to the community.

Councillor Marlene Haworth

Leader of Hyndburn Borough Council

In addition to creating a modern activity and sports hub, designed to meet the specific needs of the community, the new building will be designed to optimise energy efficiencies. Air source heat pumps, solar panels and the utilisation of the very latest Low and Zero Carbon Technologies will all support the council’s ambition to achieve net zero by 2030.

All works are to be delivered through the UK Leisure Framework, managed by Denbighshire Leisure Ltd (DLL) and led by leisure development specialists, Alliance Leisure, working in close partnership with ISG to deliver the construction works, in full consultation with Hyndburn Borough Council and Hyndburn Leisure.

Works on the new leisure and sport centre are scheduled to begin early in 2024. It is anticipated the new facilities will be completed in the Spring of 2025.

We are delighted to continue our partnership and leisure development journey with Hyndburn Borough Council and Hyndburn Leisure. This is a hugely exciting project that reflects our commitment to enhancing community wellbeing and creating innovative, sustainable leisure spaces. This project is not just about re-creation; it is an opportunity to provide facilities that are not only fit for purpose, but also environmentally conscious, and will create social value through its development to further benefit the local community.

Tom Gardner

Business Development Manager, Alliance Leisure

Alliance Leisure completes energy efficient works at four sites

In the last few weeks, Alliance Leisure has completed decarbonisation works at four leisure venues on behalf of three councils. Works, with a combined investment level of £5.3 million, are anticipated to deliver a total annual energy cost saving of £238,400 and an annual C02 reduction of 586 tonnes per year.

Teignmouth Lido and Broadmeadow Sports Centre, both owned by Teignbridge District Council along with Dronfield Leisure Centre, owned by North East Derbyshire District Council and Darlaston Swimming and Fitness Centre, owned by Walsall Council have all undergone works to improve energy efficiencies. Across the four sites, works have included replacing gas boilers with air source heat pumps, installing LED lighting and adding solar panels.

Speaking about the projects, Julia Goddard, Senior Business Development Manager at Alliance Leisure, says: “All three phases of the Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme have been over-subscribed, highlighting the huge need for modernisation of ageing assets, such as energy intensive leisure centres. Including these four completed projects, Alliance Leisure is involved in 23 PSDS leisure projects across the UK with a total investment value of more than £30 million.”

We were delighted that Leisure Energy was appointed as Alliance Leisure’s partner to design and install renewable energy technologies and solutions at a number of public leisure facilities. Lowering carbon emissions and reducing energy usage is an important priority and commitment for local authorities and we are pleased to have been able to provide our industry leading expertise and support Teignbridge, North East Derbyshire and Walsall Councils’ in their transition to net zero carbon leisure facilities.

Mike Worsnop

Strategic Director, Leisure Energy

Works at these four sites have been managed by Alliance Leisure and delivered in conjunction with Leisure Energy, through the UK Leisure Framework which is managed by Denbighshire Leisure Ltd (DLL).

The Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme supports the aim of reducing emissions from public sector buildings by 75% by 2037 and has, so far, invested more than £3 billion across three funding phases.

Alliance Leisure appointed to deliver new build leisure centre in Whitchurch

Planning has been approved to build a new, multi-million-pound leisure centre in Whitchurch, Shropshire.

In addition to providing vital services to the local community, the state-of-the-art centre will also welcome visitors from surrounding areas, driving economic growth and creating new opportunities for local businesses.

Funded by Shropshire Council the new £13.1 million swimming and fitness centre will include a six-lane 25m pool, 41-station fitness suite and café on the ground floor, complemented by multi-function rooms on the first floor.

I am delighted that planning permission has been granted. It now means we are able to move forward with the development and soon offer more great opportunities for people living in Whitchurch and the surrounding areas to improve and maintain a healthy lifestyle.

Peggy Mullock

Shropshire Councillor, Whitchurch North

Alliance Leisure, the UK’s leading leisure developer has been appointed to deliver the project, working through the UK Leisure Framework. Supporting Alliance will be Pellikaan as lead contractor, architects Roberts Limbrick and Axiom will be responsible for project management. The new build will reinstate much needed leisure facilities in a community which has been without a pool since Whitchurch Swimming Pool closed during the pandemic when ongoing maintenance issues deemed it unfit for purpose. It is anticipated the centre will open in mid-2025.

We have assembled a fantastic project team, led by leisure development experts Alliance Leisure, to deliver a first class leisure centre for Whitchurch. Their combined experience and expertise will ensure we provide residents with the health and wellbeing facilities they want and need, both now and in the future. The new leisure centre will not only deliver a superb service to residents, it will also benefit from modern technologies that optimise efficiencies and support the councils aim to achieve net zero by 2030.

Robert Macey

Shropshire Council Cabinet Member for Culture and Digital

Working with the council and our supplier partners through the UK Leisure Framework, we will deliver an efficient leisure facility built in response to the specific needs of the community. An active community is a happy, prosperous community and this is exactly the outcome we intend to deliver.

Julia Goddard

Senior Business Development Manager, Alliance Leisure

Project team for £10 million Citadel Leisure Centre revamp unveiled

South Ayrshire Council has appointed the project team to deliver the £10 million redevelopment of Citadel Leisure Centre at Ayr Harbour.

Leisure development specialist, Alliance Leisure, is leading the project to revitalise the centre, which is used by some 300,000 people a year.

Working alongside Alliance Leisure are architect and principal designer, Holmes Miller, and principal contractor Robertson Construction Central West. The rest of the design and build team comprises Axiom Project Services as project managers and quantity surveyors, WPS as mechanical and electrical consultants and structural engineers Stuer.

The project has been secured through the UK Leisure Framework, which is owned by Denbighshire Leisure Ltd (DLL) and has long proved a successful vehicle for delivering leisure transformations across the UK. The comprehensive refurbishment will address necessary repair work and will also see the introduction of exciting new facilities to enhance the user experience and create an inviting play, sports and recreation destination for both residents and visitors.

These are exciting times for the Citadel Leisure Centre. I am delighted that a project team has been appointed and we can proceed with plans to revitalise this popular facility. Alliance Leisure has been injecting life into leisure facilities for 25 years and I am confident they can transform the Citadel to ensure it continues to boost the health and wellbeing of locals and visitors for many years to come.

Councillor Brian Connolly

Sport and Leisure Portfolio Holder for South Ayrshire Council

Jonny Curley

Senior Business Development Manager, Alliance Leisure

Working with Alliance Leisure to support the Council in improving and revamping existing buildings for local communities, the much-loved Citadel Leisure Centre will receive a transformation of its facilities. With the end users in mind, we will ensure that we deliver a thriving community leisure hub that will promote accessible sport and physical activity opportunities for the local community and beyond.

Andy McLinden

Managing Director, Robertson Construction Central West

Say Hello 👋🏼 in the Networking Lounge

Debate | Future Trends in Fitness and Wellness

Tapas, Cocktails and Friends

Round Table | What is sustainability anyway?

Evolutionary Gym Design | Crafting spaces for the modern fitness customer

Free (extra strong) Coffee in the Networking Lounge

Alliance Leisure Celebrates 25th Anniversary With The Completion of 250th Development Project in Derby

This month sees the public opening of the new build football hub within the grounds of Derby Racecourse, an event that puts a new marker in the sand for development partner, Alliance Leisure, as the company’s 250th completed project since its launch 25 years ago.

Will Gardner

Councillor Hardyal Dhindsa

Sarah Watts

Martin Davies

Paul Jackson

Alliance Leisure Makes New Appointments to Support Growth

Alliance Leisure has made a raft of new appointments across the business to support its continued growth. The new appointments come as the leisure development specialist celebrates 25 years of transforming leisure provision across the UK.

Jonny Curley

Stuart Thornton

Paul Cluett

Alliance Leisure Delivers Knockout BOX12 Studio in Walsall

Stuart Webb

Kenny Wattam

Kenny Wattam

Alliance Leisure appointed to new leisure centre project for Kingston upon Thames

Chris Jones

Tom Fairey

Chris Kent

Sustainable Leisure and Wellness Centre Opens in North Yorkshire

Councillor Simon Myers

James Foley

Mark Tweedie

Alliance Leisure appointed to deliver new build leisure and sport complex in Lancashire

Following a successful planning application by Hyndburn Borough Council, Alliance Leisure has been appointed to deliver a new build leisure and sport centre at Wilsons Playing Fields, Clayton-le-moors, Lancashire.

Councillor Marlene Haworth

Tom Gardner

Alliance Leisure completes energy efficient works at four sites

Mike Worsnop

Alliance Leisure appointed to deliver new build leisure centre in Whitchurch

Planning has been approved to build a new, multi-million-pound leisure centre in Whitchurch, Shropshire.

Peggy Mullock

Robert Macey

Julia Goddard

Project team for £10 million Citadel Leisure Centre revamp unveiled

South Ayrshire Council has appointed the project team to deliver the £10 million redevelopment of Citadel Leisure Centre at Ayr Harbour.

Councillor Brian Connolly

Jonny Curley

Andy McLinden

Recent Posts

Archives

Categories

This month sees the public opening of the new build football hub within the grounds of Derby Racecourse, an event that puts a new marker in the sand for development partner, Alliance Leisure, as the company’s 250^th completed project since its launch 25 years ago.