The proposals include two swimming pools – a training pool for lane swimming and lessons, as well as a children’s fun pool with flume, wave ball pool and beach area. Other facilities include a gym, exercise studio, room for children’s parties, family and accessible changing rooms and a café overlooking the pool and surrounding park.

Designed by Space & Place architects, the new facility supports Medway’s ambition to become a child-friendly city, providing further opportunities for the area’s young people.

The designs also include electric charging parking spaces, as part of Medway’s Climate Change and carbon neutral aims and ambitions.

“Splashes was a much-loved facility by generations of families from across Medway and the plans for the proposed sports centre have children in mind, as well as facilities for adults to enjoy. I would encourage residents to make note of the public exhibitions in May so they can view the designs in person and give their feedback to help shape the plans to provide Medway’s families and residents with another popular facility on their doorstep,” said Cllr Howard Doe, Medway Council's portfolio holder for community services.