Westbury leisure centre to have gym facilities upgraded
Leighton Recreation Centre will see its gym close for five weeks
A Westbury leisure centre is to have it's gym facilities upgraded later this month.
Leighton Recreation Centre will close it's gym for five weeks as part of the council's commitment to enhancing leisure facilities across the county.
The authority is focussing on ensuring facilities serve the needs of the local community.
The refurbishment will include:
- A reconfigured fitness layout, with cardio equipment on the ground floor and resistance and strength training on the first floor
- New flooring and full redecoration of both fitness areas
- Brand-new fitness equipment supplied by Wiltshire Council's partner, Pulse Fitness
- Upgraded air conditioning to improve comfort for users
Work starts on Friday 19th September and while the gym will be closed the centre's other facilities will remain open and group exercise classes will continue as normal, with additional sessions being added to offer greater flexibility for users.
All leisure memberships enable the holder to access all 20 council operated sites, meaning users can access alternative gym facilities at nearby centres such as Warminster Sports Centre, Melksham Campus and Castle Place Leisure Centre in Trowbridge whilst Leighton Recreation Centre is unavailable.
Cllr Mel Jacob, Cabinet Member for Public Health, Leisure, Libraries, and Communities, said: "We've made significant investments in our fitness facilities in recent years, and many residents are already enjoying the benefits of modernised spaces and top-of-the-range equipment. We're excited that Leighton Recreation Centre users will soon enjoy these same enhancements.
"We're committed to helping people live healthier lives. Staying physically, socially, and mentally active plays a vital role in managing weight and reducing the risk of disease. That's why we continue to invest in our leisure centres to ensure they are welcoming, well-maintained, and fit for purpose.
"While we understand the temporary gym closure may cause some inconvenience, we hope users will take advantage of our other nearby facilities. We're confident the end result will be well worth the wait."
To compensate centre members for any inconvenience caused during the fitness suite closure, a reduction will be applied to the October direct debit payment.