Refurbishment works at Keyworth Leisure Centre are set to commence in May as part of the next phase of Rushcliffe Borough Council’s (RBC) ongoing investment in its leisure centres.
This forms part of the authority’s wider £5.2 million investment in refurbishments and energy-efficient improvements at Cotgrave Leisure Centre and Keyworth Leisure Centre.
Keyworth Leisure Centre will receive essential roof repairs to enhance the site in line with RBC’s Leisure Strategy, alongside internal refurbishments throughout the facility.
Residents will be able to enjoy a refreshed reception and seating area, providing a welcoming environment with views to watch children’s swimming lessons while enjoying a hot or cold drink.
In the changing rooms, lockers and cubicles will be replaced, and the floor tiles will be renewed. The centre will also benefit from new doors, lighting, and redecoration to complete its new look.
This significant scheme of improvement works will require the centre to close for approximately 10 weeks during the summer months.
The centre is operated by RBC’s leisure provider, Lex Leisure, who will work closely with users to communicate changes and relocate activities to other venues where possible.
The scheme will be delivered by JRD Design and Build, with TSA Riley providing RBC with project management and cost management services.
Rushcliffe Borough Council’s Cabinet Portfolio Holder for Leisure and Wellbeing, ICT, and Member Development, Councillor Jonathan Wheeler, said:
“After seeing a fantastic transformation at Cotgrave Leisure Centre, it’s exciting to know that Keyworth is set for a similar upgrade this summer.
“The centre is a valuable resource for the community, promoting fitness and wellbeing, teaching children to swim, and providing a friendly social space.
“I welcome the additional £200,000 investment we have committed, following discussions with ward members and reviewing plans for the site, which will ensure this redevelopment is even more impactful.
“These new enhancements will help to keep the leisure centre modern and sustainable, serving the community for many years to come.”
TSA Riley Technical Director Remei Mulet Gonzales said:
“TSA Riley is proud to provide project management, cost consultancy, and Principal Designer services for Rushcliffe Borough Council’s refurbishment at Keyworth Leisure Centre.
“We’ve worked with the council to improve Cotgrave Leisure Centre, and it is great to now be able to provide the Keyworth community with an improved leisure centre too.”
Adam Groves, Contract Manager for Lex Leisure, added:
“I am excited for the transformation that these works will bring to Keyworth Leisure Centre and look forward to welcoming customers, both old and new, into the refurbished centre when we reopen later in the year.”
