A collaborative partnership was formed between Erewash Borough Council and Parkwood Leisure; sub-contracting the day to day operation of the facilities to our Charity partner, Legacy Leisure. The contract period is for 10 years with an option of a five-year extension.

Engaging the local community
A collaborative effort by HOPE Christian Charity, Active Derbyshire and Legacy Leisure has been established to address the unique challenges faced by Asylum Seekers residing in two hotels in Long Eaton, Erewash.

The project provides access to physical activities, contributing to well-being and integration into the local community. This initiative was made possible through a successful bid to the Sport England Together Fund. The project's success has led to discussions about expanding the range of activities available to Asylum Seekers.

Pewit Pavilion has become the base for a collaboration with R.E.A.L Education to continue their educational delivery to young people in a safe and conducive environment. The objective was clear: to remove barriers to learning and create individualised pathways for every young person to fulfil their potential.

Since the inception of the program, there have been over 1300 student attendances, specifically tailored to the learning needs of marginalised young people.

Providing high quality experiences through investment
Parkwood Leisure identified £1.3 million of investment to improve facilities and activities for customers. Working in partnership with the Council funding a proportion of the capital improvements, we were able to deliver these projects with minimal impact on the customers and no closure of facilities.

As well as improvements to the centres, Sky Trail has been installed at West Park Leisure Centre, with a total investment of £365,000. This provides a greater link between the Park and Leisure Centre, creating more opportunities for children and families to get active.

A collaborative partnership was formed between Bristol City Council and Parkwood Leisure to oversee the brand new development of Hengrove Park Leisure Centre and community outreach activities.

Across Bristol, we have developed a broad range of vibrant sport and physical activity programmes for communities, some examples include:

• Delivered Back to Netball sessions linked to the netball club who use the centre;
• Supporting and aiding GB synchro team and duet with training, selection and camps;
• Hosting and developing regional Para training and competitions and camps;
• Introduction of Jump into Gymnastics programme;
• Delivering a range of This Girl Can and Bristol Girls Can opportunities;
• Delivering the Are You Game Campaign as part of the Core Cities project;
• Delivered Bat and Chat table tennis sessions with a socialisation element for those who wouldn’t usually come to site for traditional sports;
• Other activities offered and clubs include; Dance, Climbing, Swimming, Synchro, Waterpolo, Freediving, Octopush, Badminton, Netball, Gym, Basketball, Taekwondo, Cricket.

We deliver many activities to get children, young people and families active across Bristol, including:

• Working with local schools, colleges and the University of the West of England;
• Hosting leagues and competitions including Teacher training as well as an annual disability school Gala;
• Delivering Holiday Camp programmes providing a range of sport and activities for children;
• Delivering Learn to Swim with over 1,800 children on;
• Delivering free Save a baby / child / adult’s life Lifesaving courses with the RLSS.

Ageing well is another key focus, supporting programmes such as:

• The weekly Dementia friendly swim project and the monthly Dementia Cafe
• Active ageing Badminton, Table Tennis and Swim Sessions
• Working with England Netball to help grow and sustain walking netball
• Working with the BCFC Community Foundation, to develop walking Football
• Leading free health walks twice each week
• Supporting falls prevention, delivering the Staying Steady exercise programme.