Check out the 3D video impression of what the new Craigavon Leisure Centre may look like
This is a digital interpretation of what the new centre could look like.
It takes you through all the various parts of the new centre from the outside through the foyer, the swimming pool, changing facilities, gym and much more.
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Hide AdThe centre which is planned for the current site of the Watersports Centre at Craigavon Lakes, is expected to be the second largest in Northern Ireland.
And with a sports hall the size of the entire current leisure centre at Brownlow plus a 50 feet swimming pool with floating floor, it promises to be a spectacular addition to the Craigavon landscape.
Plans for the state-of-the-art building have been approved by Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council - the largest project in its ambitious capital investment programme.
With a new Southern Regional College building set to be erected close by, the new Leisure Centre promises to be a hive of activity and a focal point for a vibrant Craigavon.
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Hide AdProjected to be built by 2019 and costing approximately £30m, it is expected that the new multi-functional facility will significantly enhance the borough’s leisure facilities and be one of the best examples of indoor and outdoor leisure provision in the province.
Draft plans have been drawn up to provide not only a first-class facility fit for the 21st century, but also one that caters to the diverse needs of all users.
Proposed features include an eight-lane pool measuring 50m x 17m, fun leisure (large inflatable play equipment) and teaching water (adjustable floor level), 300 spectator seats, wet and dry side changing facilities, watersports centre, outdoor watersports adventure, eight-court sports hall, fitness gym, health suite with treatment rooms, a spin studio, a dance studio, five activity rooms, two squash courts, an open hub space, a café and crèche/soft play area.
To ensure the new facility is built to the highest specification, well designed and most importantly fully utilised by people in all parts of the borough for a variety of recreational activities, it’s essential that all stakeholders including sports groups, community associations, schools and the wider public have an opportunity to provide feedback on the draft designs.
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Hide AdLord Mayor Councillor Garath Keating emphasises the need for the public to have their say.