Leisure centre to be turned into community hub

The joint initiative has been announced by Cornwall Council and GLL

Saltash Leisure Centre is set to be transformed into a multi-purpose community hub, the first of its kind in Cornwall.

The modernised centre would host the local registrar service and a wellness hub and would provide an operational base for council staff and officers by the end of 2025, planners said.

The joint initiative has been announced by Cornwall Council and GLL, the not-for-profit social enterprise that runs the centre under the brand name Better.

Works are due to start in late spring and will be completed in phases to reduce disruption.

'New lease of life'

James Curry, GLL's Head of Service in Cornwall, said: "We are delighted to be working with our key partner, Cornwall Council, on this exciting new development which will result in a range of community services being brought under one roof.

"In a rural area like Cornwall, a community hub such as this will maximise cost efficiency, ensure greater sustainability and increase the likelihood of more people benefiting from all that a community facility offers.

"This model is the first of its kind in Cornwall and will give Saltash Leisure Centre a new lease of life.

"A lot of work has gone into this project and we are very grateful for continued local support."

The council said that the leisure centre would operate as normal throughout and customers would be kept informed on progress.