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Leisure centre to undergo ‘state-of-the-art’ refurbishment
A leisure centre in north Bristol has received planning permission to begin works on a major refurbishment that will see it “transformed into state-of-the-art facility that is fit for the future”.
Horfield Leisure Centre plans to make its cafe bigger, build a soft play facility and modernise the venue throughout.
The centre overlooking Horfield Common will also extend its gym, build new studios and create a new reception area and foyer, with extension works currently underway.
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It is thanks to “significant” investment from both Bristol City Council and Everyone Active, the company which runs the leisure centre in partnership with the council.
A new soft play area is part of the leisure centre’s refurbishment plans – image: Everyone Active
Mock-up images have been shared by the operator to showcase the planned upgrades which will see an extended gym with new modern equipment and a mezzanine floor, a new immersive studio and separate group cycling studio, an extended and modernised cafe, a new reception area and foyer, squash court refurbishment and improved changing facilities and toilets
There will also be new soft play area with a five-metre-high, three-tier play space and large seating area.
There will also be a new mezzanine floor built in trhe gym area – image: Everyone Active
Cameron Bate, contract manager for Everyone Active, said: “We are so grateful to Bristol City Council for their investment in Horfield Leisure Centre.
“This is a fantastic opportunity to give the centre a new lease of life with brand-new facilities and a refreshed look and feel.
“With the refurbishment currently underway, we intend to keep our customers updated every step of the way and hope they are as excited as we are about this project.”
Christina Gray, director for communities and public health at Bristol City Council, said: “Having access to quality leisure centres supports the health and wellbeing of Bristol’s communities, and our investment at this site will deliver modern top-class facilities that will bring benefits for generations into the future.
“The refurbishments, improvements and expansions to Horfield Leisure Centre that are already underway will enhance what’s on offer to members and the local community, which we hope will encourage more people to make use of the excellent facilities, benefit from meeting up with other members of the local community and improve their health.”
Horfield Leisure Centre overlooks Horfield Common at the top of Gloucester Road – photo: Betty Woolerton
The project is due to be completed in stages with full completion expected by February 2025. In the meantime, there will be some disruption to services with some classes and activists due to relocate or close.
For more information about the works, visit Horfield Leisure Centre’s refurbishment website
Main photo: Betty Woolerton
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