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Leisure centre reveals multi-million-pound upgrade
A leisure centre has undergone a multi-million-pound refurbishment which includes the creation of the building’s first dedicated women-only gym.
A total of £3.8m has been poured into Easton Leisure Centre, aiming to enable “all ages, genders and abilities” to achieve their health and fitness goals.
Beginning in April and due to be complete in December, the upgrades include a larger gym, soft play area, improved pool changing rooms, revamped sports hall and new reception, seating and cafe.
The project is a partnership between Everyone Active and Bristol City Council.
Easton Leisure Centre on Thrissell Street has undergone a multimillion-pound refurbishment – photo: Everyone Active
Cameron Bate, contract manager for Everyone Active, said: “We’re proud to reveal our new state-of-the-art gym facilities to the local community, and are thoroughly looking forward to welcoming members of all ages, genders and abilities through the doors to help them reach their health and fitness goals.
“This fantastic investment has given the centre a new lease of life and represents our shared commitment with Bristol City Council to creating high-quality, accessible spaces that support the health and wellbeing of residents in the city.
“We hope residents enjoy the brilliant new gym offerings we have in our centre, which have been designed with the local community’s needs in mind.”
The centre’s refurbishment is part of Bristol City Council’s Facilities Investment Strategy and is set to be complete in December – photo: Everyone Active
Stephen Williams, Liberal Democrat councillor for Westbury on Trym and Henleaze and chair of the public health and communities committee, said: “With the next stage of this exciting refurbishment now complete, we’ve now created an inclusive and accessible space where everyone is welcome and empowered to pursue their fitness goals.
“Through the renovation of Easton Leisure Centre, we aim to provide customers with an environment where health and wellbeing are encouraged, as well as providing a vital social space for residents.
“These significant improvements stand as a testament to the huge success of our Leisure Facilities Investment Strategy, and I, for one, am really looking forward to seeing the positive impact this upgrade will have on the local community.”
Main photo: Betty Woolerton
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