In April, Elmbridge Borough Council awarded Places Leisure the new leisure management operator contract until 2033. The new contract includes the running of the Xcel Leisure Centre, Hurst Pool, and Elmbridge Xcel Sports Hub on behalf of the council.

As part of the new contract, Places Leisure have pledged to deliver more energy efficient, affordable facilities and committed to a £6m investment package into further improving the Xcel leisure complex. This investment includes a new dedicated health suite, immersive cycling studio, new climbing wall, an extension to the existing fitness suite, a Costa Coffee store and a new soft play area.

“It is important to us to be able to offer high quality, affordable and sustainable facilities for residents to enjoy. Our partnership with Places Leisure will play an important part in the delivery of our Elmbridge Vision 30 as we are working towards a thriving Elmbridge,” said Councillor Simon Waugh, portfolio holder for leisure and culture.

The new development works commence later in the year.