Birmingham Sports Quarter Gets Major Boost
Birmingham's Sports Quarter project receives a significant boost with new funding and partnerships, promising to transform the area into a world-class sports and leisure destination.
Birmingham's Sports Quarter project receives a significant boost with new funding and partnerships, promising to transform the area into a world-class sports and leisure destination.
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A major planning application has been submitted for the Revoe Community Sports Village in Blackpool, featuring 3G football pitches, padel courts, and a MUGA, primarily funded by a £6.5 million UK Government Town Deal grant.
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Colton Hills Community School in Wolverhampton has submitted a planning application to replace its defunct sports pitch with a new floodlit 3G facility. The pitch will serve both school and community use as part of a multi-million pound expansion.
Fusion Lifestyle, operating 20 leisure centres across the UK, has collapsed into administration, citing financial pressures and rising costs. One London site is set to close this month.
Aston University partners with The Padel Loft to build three new padel courts, aiming to create Birmingham's most central padel hub for students and the community.
Sandwell Council has approved plans to demolish the 125-year-old Harry Mitchell Leisure Centre in Smethwick, citing high repair costs and surplus facilities, with the site set for redevelopment into 30-80 new homes.
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A major development in Longridge, Preston, proposes over 200 affordable homes alongside new sports facilities including a 3G football pitch, padel courts, and a gymnastics base.
A £2 million project to transform Exeter's King George V Playing Fields is underway, featuring new 3G pitches, accessible facilities, and community spaces funded by the Premier League and Football Foundation.
Lichfield Leisure Centre was temporarily closed on Sunday morning following a minor gas spill. Fire crews ventilated the building using monitoring equipment, with no injuries reported. The centre has since reopened.
Sheffield City Council and Everyone Active provide free ice skating lessons and swim passes for children aged 11-16 on free school meals during the February half term, as part of the national Holiday Activities and Food programme.
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Brentwood Town FC reveals plans for a new stand, improved facilities, and community classroom spaces, alongside updates on merchandise growth and team performances.
A state-of-the-art 3G football pitch has officially opened in New Romney, funded by a £932,000 Football Foundation grant and additional local contributions, enhancing sports facilities for the academy and community clubs.
Silhillians Sports and Conference Centre in Knowle has secured planning permission for a new artificial hockey turf pitch with LED lighting and car park upgrades to meet growing local demand.
Llanbadrig Community Council announces construction work to transform Cemaes playing fields begins February 2, delivering an inclusive play area and MUGA after securing funding from multiple partners.
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Harborough District Council approves £495,000 refurbishment of Wadkins Pavilion in Thurnby and Bushby, including roof renewal and accessible facilities, to secure its long-term community use.
The Regency Hotel in Shirley submits plans for three padel courts to cater to hotel guests and the Solihull community. Consultation open until January 26.
Monmouthshire County Council announces a £456,000 investment to replace Caldicot Leisure Centre's pitch with a state-of-the-art 3G surface. Work starts January 2026. Follow the progress online.
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