Halewood centre set for revamp as part of £30m plans

Work has begun on improvements at Halewood Leisure Centre in Knowsley, as part of a wider £30m investment in the town.

The upgrades to both indoor and outdoor facilities at the centre will be delivered in phases during 2026.

Initial work has already commenced to deliver a significant upgrade to the 3G pitch facilities, which includes installing covered spectator facilities, an upgrade to LED floodlighting to reduce light overspill and new acoustic fencing.

Other outdoor investments will include three new multi-use games areas (MUGAs) and the installation of floodlights, CCTV and general lighting.

Indoors, the centre – which is operated by Volair on behalf of Knowsley Council – will benefit from a general modernisation, which will be completed during 2026. This includes a major programme of decarbonisation that will help reduce long-term operating costs and make the centre more energy efficient, supporting the Council’s 2040 net zero agenda.

The moveable swimming pool floor will be replaced to ensure access for all ages and abilities, along with the retiling of the poolside area. All poolside changing cubicles will be replaced and the male and female changing rooms, showers and toilets will undergo a major refurbishment.

The works to both the pool and the poolside changing facilities will require a temporary closure of the pool facilities for approximately four months.

Other improvements will include the creation of a dedicated indoor cycling studio and a multi-use studio, adding to the centre’s fitness offering.