Parkwood secures contract to operate Wyre’s leisure centres

Wyre Council has appointed Parkwood Leisure, working in partnership with the charitable organisation Creating Active Futures, to manage the borough’s leisure centres from 1 April 2026.

The contract will see Parkwood Leisure and Creating Active Futures manage facilities in Fleetwood, Poulton, Thornton and Garstang, along with enhanced wellbeing support designed to help residents lead healthier, more active lives.

Parkwood has also committed to delivering a “significant programme of investment”, which will see a range of upgrades at the facilities. These include extended and upgraded gym spaces at Fleetwood and Garstang, the reopening of the health suite/spa and refurbished changing facilities at Poulton and a new indoor activity centre at Thornton.

Parkwood will also launch an enhanced Active Wellbeing Programme featuring a refreshed exercise referral scheme. This will provide tailored support for inactive and less active residents in line with the Wyre Moving More strategy.

In addition, Wyre Council is investing £475,000 in energy-saving and sustainability measures, including the installation of solar panels, water-efficiency improvements and upgraded lighting, supporting the council’s climate goals.

Glen Hall, MD of Parkwood Leisure, said: “Our goal is simple: invest in the places people love, and remove barriers so more residents can enjoy being active.

“Working closely with Wyre Council and Creating Active Futures, we’ll deliver visible improvements from day one and build a programme that supports every community, whether that’s learning to swim, joining a first group exercise class, or taking the next step on a health and wellbeing journey.”

Working with its partners, Parkwood Leisure manages 76 facilities on behalf of 42 local authorities throughout England and Wales.