Cotswold District Council is investing £380,000 in the leisure centres, managed by SLM Everyone Active, to provide a better experience for members.

The gyms will both receive a full refurbishment with new flooring and equipment throughout. The layouts will reflect the latest trends, with more space given to functional and free weights areas, along with cardiovascular equipment.

The new fitness equipment will also be more energy efficient, reducing the power demand from the leisure centre’s equipment.

“Cirencester Leisure Centre and Bourton Leisure Centre remain an integral part of the community and we’re excited to build on this by improving our current gym offering,” said Jamie Nesbit, contract manager at Everyone Active.

“We’re confident that our members will benefit greatly from this investment. Not only will it help to increase our prevalence as a hub for the local community, but also work to support our mission - for everybody to reach their target of 30 minutes’ exercise, five times a week.”