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8 November 2023

Alliance Leisure completes energy efficient works at four sites

In recent weeks, Alliance Leisure has completed decarbonisation works at four leisure venues on behalf of three local authorities. With a combined investment of £5.3 million, the works are expected to deliver total annual energy cost savings of £238,400 and an annual CO₂ reduction of 586 tonnes.

Teignmouth Lido and Broadmeadow Sports Centre, both owned by Teignbridge District Council, along with Dronfield Leisure Centre, owned by North East Derbyshire District Council, and Darlaston Swimming and Fitness Centre, owned by Walsall Council, have all undergone improvements aimed at enhancing energy efficiency. Across the four sites, upgrades have included the replacement of gas boilers with air source heat pumps, the installation of LED lighting, and the addition of solar panels.

Speaking about the projects, Julia Goddard, Senior Business Development Manager at Alliance Leisure, says: “All three phases of the Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme have been over-subscribed, highlighting the huge need for modernisation of ageing assets, such as energy intensive leisure centres. Including these four completed projects, Alliance Leisure is involved in 23 PSDS leisure projects across the UK with a total investment value of more than £30 million.”

We were delighted that Leisure Energy was appointed as Alliance Leisure’s partner to design and install renewable energy technologies and solutions at a number of public leisure facilities. Lowering carbon emissions and reducing energy usage is an important priority and commitment for local authorities and we are pleased to have been able to provide our industry leading expertise and support Teignbridge, North East Derbyshire and Walsall Councils’ in their transition to net zero carbon leisure facilities.

Mike Worsnop

Strategic Director, Leisure Energy

The works at these four sites have been managed by Alliance Leisure and delivered in partnership with Leisure Energy, through the UK Leisure Framework, which is administered by Denbighshire Leisure Ltd (DLL).

The Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme supports the objective of reducing emissions from public sector buildings by 75% by 2037. To date, it has invested over £3 billion across three phases of funding.

21 September 2023

Multi-activity family destination opens its doors on the Wirral

As part of its ambition to encourage an active community and create a commercially sustainable future for its leisure provision, Wirral Council has invested £2.7 million in the redevelopment and repositioning of the Wirral Tennis & Sports Centre into a family-focused activity hub. The facility has been renamed Bidston Sports & Activity Centre.

Alliance Leisure were appointed as the Council’s leisure development partner and delivered the project through the UK Leisure Framework. The new destination offers residents and visitors a wide range of experiences designed to promote movement and social interaction, fostering community cohesion and supporting good health through physical activity.

The facility is divided into three distinct zones: ‘adventure play’, ‘fitness’, and ‘tennis’. Each zone is accessed via a newly remodelled central reception area and supported by a spacious communal food and beverage area featuring a dual servery.

Working with Alliance Leisure – a proven leisure development specialist – has been extremely positive. At all stages of the development, we had confidence that the project was being managed and directed by those with decades of previous experience and that we were benefiting from efficiencies at all levels of the supply chain. The finished project looks and feels amazing and will enhance the lives of everyone within the community for many years to come.

Andrew McCartan

Assistant Director, Wirral Council

The facility has been transformed from a sports facility into a multi-activity destination. Through the various activities, there is now a provision for all ages and abilities, creating a place where the whole family can get involved. Extensive research has evidenced that active children are more likely to develop into active adults. Encouraging active play from an early age sets the foundations for an active adult population and all the benefits that delivers for individuals and communities

Tom Gardner

Business Development Manager, Alliance Leisure

For children aged eight and over, as well as adults, the TAGactive arena offers a digitally gamified obstacle course, while a large soft play area caters for younger children. This space has been thoughtfully designed to encourage families to enjoy active time together in a safe, stimulating, and fun environment.

A new fitness suite, equipped with a comprehensive range of cardiovascular and strength training equipment, is complemented by a dedicated, immersive group cycling studio. These state-of-the-art facilities cater to all ages and abilities. Tennis also remains a core part of the centre’s offering, with the continued provision of six indoor courts.

Supporting Alliance Leisure in the delivery of the project were Universal Group as principal contractor, Pozzoni Architects, and Play Revolution – the designers and suppliers of the TAGactive and adventure play structures. Works commenced in November 2022.

The facility is owned by Wirral Council and operated by Active Wirral. However, the tennis provision is now managed directly by the Lawn Tennis Association, following a new partnership between the national governing body and Wirral Council.

Mike Worsnop

Andrew McCartan

Tom Gardner

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