Images of new Basingstoke Aquadrome released
The sixty million pound project could be ready by 2029
The first look at the water and leisure complex to replace the Aquadrome in Basingstoke has been revealed.
Shaped by residents’ feedback, facilities look set to deliver a 25-metre eight-lane competition pool, 20-metre four-lane teaching pool, leisure waters with flumes, a 150-station gym, three group exercise studios, a cycling studio, indoor play activities, party rooms and café.
Following an extensive search for a partner and subject to final contracts being signed in May 2026, Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council has announced Places Leisure as the preferred bidder to take forward plans for the new state-of-the-art facility.
Subject to planning permission, the new complex will move to the centre of the leisure park on land next to Buzz Bingo. This will allow the current Aquadrome to remain open until the next-generation centre is ready.
Health and wellbeing
Cabinet Member for Major Projects and Regeneration Cllr Onnalee Cubitt said: “We’re laser-focused on delivering the ultimate energy-efficient leisure attraction that our residents will rave about and doing it as fast as we can. As well as creating a fantastic destination, we are investing in the long-term health and wellbeing of everyone in our borough.
“Appointing a delivery partner is a huge step forward in bringing our vision to life. We are looking forward to working closely with Places Leisure who are just as passionate as we are about creating an ultra-modern water and leisure complex that we will all be proud of.
“Transforming our leisure park into a must-visit hotspot and bringing fresh vibes for young people in our borough is so important to us and we are looking at other improvements that can be made, including opportunities for adrenaline-pumping leisure activities and attractions.”
A planning application for the new Aquadrome is expected to be submitted in 2026 and, subject to approval, the facility could open in 2029.
As well as progressing plans for the new water and leisure complex, Places Leisure will take over the management of the Aquadrome, Basingstoke Golf Centre and Tadley Health and Fitness Centre from January 2027.
For more information, visit www.basingstoke.gov.uk/leisure-park-aquadrome