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Sheffield City Council proposes bringing forward £11m Hillsborough Leisure Centre revamp
Overview
Sheffield City Council has announced plans to bring forward an £11m upgrade of Hillsborough Leisure Centre by three years, with work potentially starting in April 2027 instead of 2030. Following a feasibility study, the council determined that refurbishment was more cost-effective than a full rebuild. The proposals, which include refurbished changing facilities, a new health suite, an expanded fitness gym, and exterior improvements, will be considered by the finance and performance policy committee.
Key points
- Work on the £11m upgrade of Hillsborough Leisure Centre could start in April 2027, three years earlier than the originally planned 2030 date.
- A feasibility study concluded that refurbishing the 1991 building is more cost-effective than rebuilding it.
- Proposed improvements include refurbished changing facilities, pool hall investment, new studio spaces, a new health suite, and an expanded fitness gym.
- Funding proposals to enable the earlier start will be considered by the council's finance and performance policy committee on 19 October.
- A series of drop-in events are scheduled for residents to discuss the proposed changes at the leisure centre.