Work on the much-awaited refurbishment of Abergavenny Leisure Centre is set to begin with new pictures being unveiled of what customers can expect once the works are completed.
Monmouthshire County Council will be proceeding with the refurbishment of Abergavenny Leisure Centre between Tuesday 31st August until January 2022. The new facilities will see the fitness suite extended, with a dedicated group exercise studio, as well as avid cyclists now having access to a spin studio. The refurbishment will also include new changing facilities and a vending facility for customers to get a hot drink.
Leisure provider, MonLife is committed to investing in projects which will benefit the health and wellbeing of the county’s community. The new leisure centre will be suitable for those with disabilities, complying with the Equalities Act 2010. The re-development will include accessible gym equipment, open studios with easy access, accessible changing facilities, and automatic doors. Part of the refurbishment will include a wellness hub on the first floor to create modern leisure facilities for the local community, helping to increase participation in regular physical activity.
Current customers are being informed that services, facilities and classes will have an amended timetable when the work is carried out. There will be a partial closure of the fitness suite from 8:30am on Friday 27th August while equipment is relocated to the temporary facility. A temporary fitness suite offer will be provided, which will be situated in the school gym (opposite main reception). For the duration of the build there will be a reduced number of car parking spaces. As a result walking and cycling to and from the site is highly encouraged where possible. All casual users will need to obtain a ticket from main reception before entering the school gym to access the fitness suite / classes. Showers and changing facilities will be available in the main centre Monday – Friday before 8am and after 5pm. On weekends they will be available between 8:15am – 6pm.
Customers are also being reminded of the current COVID-19 procedures in place. Face coverings and hand sanitiser is a requirement upon entry and exit to the building. One-way systems will also be in place for users to follow where possible. There will be an amended fitness class timetable between September & January which can be seen by clicking here: https://www.monlife.co.uk/monactive/abergavenny-leisure-centre/
Councillor Lisa Dymock, Monmouthshire County Council’s Cabinet Member for Community Wellbeing and Social Justice said: “It is great to see this exciting project taking a step further. We are committed to investing in and developing leisure facilities across our county, which has such a positive effect for not only our current residents, but future generations too. Thank you to everyone at MonLife for your continued hard work regarding Abergavenny’s Leisure Centre.”
If customers have any further questions, they are asking to contact MonLifeProjects@monmouthshire.gov.uk. Helpful information about Abergavenny leisure centre’s refurbishment and frequently asked questions can be found HERE.