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Business Mayor
26-05-2025
- Business
- Business Mayor
Inside popular 90s Waterworld as it finally opens after £1.6million upgrade with wave machine and slide
THE popular 1990s Waterworld with a wave machine and water slide is finally open after a £1.6million upgrade. With another bank holiday weekend, many of us are well and truly getting into the summer spirit. 3 The changing area at Prudhoe Waterworld has been revamped Credit: Park Leisure 3 The locker area at Prudhoe Waterworld, which has undergone a £1.6million refurbishment by Northumberland County Council And what better way to plan for long summer days than by taking a family trip to the swimming pool. Prudhoe Waterworld, was originally opened in 1990 by Northumberland County Council but following its major refurbishment – it's looking better than ever. And best of all, it's open just in time for the half term school holidays. The new wet changing area has updated showers, toilets, changing cubicles and lockers. And for after your swim, there is now a vanity area with new lighting. The exit from the water flume has also been improved and the main footpath into the centre has been widened to allow more access. A new external ramp has also been added to also improve accessibility to the building so as to ensure inclusion. The work which started last October saw the pool drained so that minor repair work could be carried out. But now that a deep-clean is complete, the pool has been refilled ahead of the reopening. Managed by Places Leisure on behalf of the council, the centre features the refurbished main pool, a wave pool, gym, fitness studio, soft play, and a café. New £4million lido to open in UK next year The rest of the facility has remained open while the work was taking place and Centre Manager Richard Anderson is looking forward to welcoming customers back into the water reports ChronicleLive. He said: 'Following the completion of the extensive refurbishment. 'Final checks have now been made to ensure the swimming pool is in perfect condition to welcome back swimmers. 'The centre has had a great refresh and upgrade and is looking absolutely fantastic and I am sure it will be enjoyed by our customers old and new.' In a statement on its website, Places Leisure shared the following important information: 'We are very happy to announce that we will be reopening the pool from Monday May 19. 'We thank you for your continued patience during the ongoing refurbishment work, we look forward to sharing the improvements with you.' Elsewhere, an Art deco swimming pool in the UK with rare Victorian baths has been named one of the best in the world. There is also a Victorian bathhouse which has been turned into a leisure attraction and will soon complete a £71million makeover with a new pool and spaces. It's not the only art deco spa in England, 'London's oldest' with Turkish baths, with an indoor pool and affordable day passes, is open in Queensway.
Scottish Sun
25-05-2025
- Scottish Sun
Inside popular 90s Waterworld as it finally opens after £1.6million upgrade with wave machine and slide
Elsewhere, an Art deco swimming pool in the UK has been named one of the best in the world MAKING A SPLASH Inside popular 90s Waterworld as it finally opens after £1.6million upgrade with wave machine and slide Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) THE popular 1990s Waterworld with a wave machine and water slide is finally open after a £1.6million upgrade. With another bank holiday weekend, many of us are well and truly getting into the summer spirit. 3 The changing area at Prudhoe Waterworld has been revamped Credit: Park Leisure 3 The locker area at Prudhoe Waterworld, which has undergone a £1.6million refurbishment by Northumberland County Council And what better way to plan for long summer days than by taking a family trip to the swimming pool. Prudhoe Waterworld, was originally opened in 1990 by Northumberland County Council but following its major refurbishment - it's looking better than ever. And best of all, it's open just in time for the half term school holidays. The new wet changing area has updated showers, toilets, changing cubicles and lockers. And for after your swim, there is now a vanity area with new lighting. The exit from the water flume has also been improved and the main footpath into the centre has been widened to allow more access. A new external ramp has also been added to also improve accessibility to the building so as to ensure inclusion. The work which started last October saw the pool drained so that minor repair work could be carried out. But now that a deep-clean is complete, the pool has been refilled ahead of the reopening. Managed by Places Leisure on behalf of the council, the centre features the refurbished main pool, a wave pool, gym, fitness studio, soft play, and a café. New £4million lido to open in UK next year The rest of the facility has remained open while the work was taking place and Centre Manager Richard Anderson is looking forward to welcoming customers back into the water reports ChronicleLive. He said: "Following the completion of the extensive refurbishment. "Final checks have now been made to ensure the swimming pool is in perfect condition to welcome back swimmers. "The centre has had a great refresh and upgrade and is looking absolutely fantastic and I am sure it will be enjoyed by our customers old and new." In a statement on its website, Places Leisure shared the following important information: "We are very happy to announce that we will be reopening the pool from Monday May 19. "We thank you for your continued patience during the ongoing refurbishment work, we look forward to sharing the improvements with you." Elsewhere, an Art deco swimming pool in the UK with rare Victorian baths has been named one of the best in the world. There is also a Victorian bathhouse which has been turned into a leisure attraction and will soon complete a £71million makeover with a new pool and spaces. It's not the only art deco spa in England, "London's oldest" with Turkish baths, with an indoor pool and affordable day passes, is open in Queensway.
The Sun
25-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Inside popular 90s Waterworld as it finally opens after £1.6million upgrade with wave machine and slide
THE popular 1990s Waterworld with a wave machine and water slide is finally open after a £1.6million upgrade. With another bank holiday weekend, many of us are well and truly getting into the summer spirit. 3 3 And what better way to plan for long summer days than by taking a family trip to the swimming pool. Prudhoe Waterworld, was originally opened in 1990 by Northumberland County Council but following its major refurbishment - it's looking better than ever. And best of all, it's open just in time for the half term school holidays. The new wet changing area has updated showers, toilets, changing cubicles and lockers. And for after your swim, there is now a vanity area with new lighting. The exit from the water flume has also been improved and the main footpath into the centre has been widened to allow more access. A new external ramp has also been added to also improve accessibility to the building so as to ensure inclusion. The work which started last October saw the pool drained so that minor repair work could be carried out. But now that a deep-clean is complete, the pool has been refilled ahead of the reopening. Managed by Places Leisure on behalf of the council, the centre features the refurbished main pool, a wave pool, gym, fitness studio, soft play, and a café. New £4million lido to open in UK next year The rest of the facility has remained open while the work was taking place and Centre Manager Richard Anderson is looking forward to welcoming customers back into the water reports ChronicleLive. He said: "Following the completion of the extensive refurbishment. "Final checks have now been made to ensure the swimming pool is in perfect condition to welcome back swimmers. "The centre has had a great refresh and upgrade and is looking absolutely fantastic and I am sure it will be enjoyed by our customers old and new." In a statement on its website, Places Leisure shared the following important information: "We are very happy to announce that we will be reopening the pool from Monday May 19. "We thank you for your continued patience during the ongoing refurbishment work, we look forward to sharing the improvements with you." Elsewhere, an Art deco swimming pool in the UK with rare Victorian baths has been named one of the best in the world. There is also a Victorian bathhouse which has been turned into a leisure attraction and will soon complete a £71million makeover with a new pool and spaces. It's not the only art deco spa in England, "London's oldest" with Turkish baths, with an indoor pool and affordable day passes, is open in Queensway. 3
Scotsman
13-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- Scotsman
Edinburgh gym reopens on Leith Walk after closing its doors two years ago
Watch more of our videos on and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565 Visit Shots! now An Edinburgh gym will reopen on Leith Walk today after being closed for more than two years. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Places Leisure Edinburgh is located at Engine Yard, Leith Walk, Edinburgh | Places Leisure Edinburgh Places Leisure Edinburgh features brand new equipment, 70 stations, a range of cardiovascular and resistance machines and a large free weights area. The new gym is part of Places for People's award-winning regeneration project, the Engine Yard, located near Shrubhill Walk. The gym, previously known as Places Gym, closed in March 2023 due to 'escalating energy prices.' But now, 14 months on, the gym has been refurbished and 'equipped with the latest technology'. Places Leisure Edinburgh will also offer group classes, personal training, Les Mills virtual studio sessions, and features a EGYM Fitness Hub, allowing members to follow workout programmes based on their own body and goals. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Memberships will include unlimited access to the gym as well as group fitness and health sessions held throughout the week which will are bookable up to 15 days in advance. Through the Places Leisure app, members can access their membership card, make and manage bookings, and access virtual sessions | Places Leisure Edinburgh Nicola McMaster, general manager at Places Leisure, said: 'We are thrilled to be opening our doors to Places Leisure Edinburgh today and look forward to welcoming members of the community to our brand-new modern gym. 'Equipped with the latest technology and helpful staff onsite, members can experience a high-energy and supportive environment where they can follow workouts based on their bodies and individual fitness goals, whatever they may be. 'Being a part of Places for People, we understand the importance of bringing leisure facilities into the heart of communities and making physical activity more accessible. We look forward to the positive impact Places Leisure Edinburgh will bring to the area.' Places Leisure Edinburgh on Leith Walk will be open from 6am until 10pm on weekdays and between 8am to 6m on weekends.
Yahoo
09-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
'Much-loved' ski centre to reopen, council says
A "much-loved" ski centre will reopen, a council has announced. Rushmoor Borough Council said Alpine Snowsports Centre in Aldershot, Hampshire, was expected to reopen later this month "with a new operator at the helm". Places Leisure, which currently operates and manages Aldershot Pools and Lido on behalf of the council, will be running the centre while the local authority explores long-term options for the facility. Dave Jolliffe, area manager at Places Leisure, said he hoped the reopening "will create more opportunities for people to become active and enjoy sports that are not always as easily accessible". The facility was built by the British Army in 1969 and was one of the longest synthetic ski slopes built in England at the time. The council described it as "hugely popular", having previously attracted more than 25,000 users every year. It had offered three dry ski slopes for open sessions, and lessons and activities for all ages. It had also been a training venue for a number of high-level snow sports athletes who started their careers there. The council said it had been informed "without warning" on 2 April that the company previously managing the centre, Active Nation UK Limited, had ceased trading at the site. Since then, it has been taking legal advice and assessing options for its future operation. The council's cabinet member for healthy communities and active lives, Sophie Porter, called the ski centre "an important facility for local people which we don't want to lose". "It's been integral to the success of winning Special Olympic gold medals and it's the first place many people learned to ski," she said. Mr Jolliffe added the Places Leisure team was "committed to improving people's lives and the communities in which they live". "We hope that the reopening of the centre will create more opportunities for people to become active and enjoy sports that are not always as easily accessible," he added. A date for the reopening will be confirmed after an audit, along with information about future events and bookings. You can follow BBC Hampshire & Isle of Wight on Facebook, X (Twitter), or Instagram. Medieval building reopened after £300k restoration Fashion museum gets £768k towards reopening Shipley toilets to reopen 10 years after closure Rushmoor Borough Council Places Leisure
