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Staycations are growing in popularity for people who want to “get away” without the hassle
Book4Time has announced the launch of Day & Resort Passes on its award-winning platform to
With an increasing number of luxury hotels and resorts offering day and resort passes to
The Wellness Tourism Association (WTA), is celebrating its fourth anniversary by striking up a partnership
New research by Barclays Corporate Banking reveals that the leisure, fitness, spa and hospitality industries
The Good Spa Guide has unveiled the results of its 11th annual awards this evening
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
Health club operator Bannatyne is repositioning itself as a wellness provider, as it looks to
Natural skincare and bodycare brand Elemental Herbology has launched a limited-edition beauty and wellbeing kit,
The UK's travel, tourism and visitor attractions markets have been "decimated" by COVID-19 – and
Baca Architects has submitted a scheme to transform an unused UK quarry lake and surrounding
Glen Ivy Hot Springs in California has reopened with a new private outdoor wellness ‘staycation’
Boutique AA 4-star destination Lincombe Hall Hotel, Torquay, has expanded its leisure provision by unveiling
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
Holiday complex Whalesborough Cottages and Spa in Bude, North Cornwall, has enhanced its visitor experience
UK hotels achieved the highest ever monthly total revenue per available room (trevpar) in July,
An estimated seven million Brits holidayed at home during the August bank holiday weekend, providing
The current heatwave in Britain has resulted in an economic upturn for the country’s tourism
VisitEngland has named the best Britain's tourism industry has to offer, announcing the winners of
Britain’s visitor attractions are set to get a major boost, with investment into the sector
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
Overseas visits to the UK hit a record 23 million in the first seven months
VisitBritain as launched a UK-wide campaign to encourage the country’s young adult population to take
Visitor attractions operator Continuum is expanding its reach, after the company announced the addition of
The historic Tower Wing of Singapore's Shangri-La Hotel has re-opened following a significant renovation, revealing
Cornwall has retained its crown as the UK’s most popular staycation destination, with more than
Hatherley Manor hotel in Gloucester, UK, will open a new luxury day spa in early
Port Lympne Wild Animal and Safari Reserve has debuted its new Tiger Lodge today (27
A weakened pound is keeping British visitors away from Ireland, halting double digit growth spurred
Britain continues to be a must-see destination, after more people visited the UK from overseas
New data from the British Hospitality Association (BHA) has revealed that despite predictions of increased
Handing tourism responsibility to local governments could help English tourism soar, according to new research.
Museums play a vital role in the tourist economy for rural and coastal destinations across
The UK government is capitalising on a weakened pound by unveiling a series of measures
UK tourism is experiencing a sharp rise in both inbound and domestic bookings as a
Merlin Entertainments CEO and British Hospitality Association (BHA) chair Nick Varney has said that the
Leisure industry heavyweights have raised concerns for the future after the UK voted to leave
The UK’s decision to leave the European Union (EU) could have a very similar impact
The glamping industry is set to explode in the UK over the next few years,
Port Lympne Reserve is looking to attract the UK’s staycationers by installing low cost accommodation
Sajid Javid’s appointment as the new culture secretary has been hailed by the hospitality and
A number of attractions have seen a big spike in visits owing to a fine
The average British holidaymaker is expected to fork out £2,000 on vacations this year, with
12,300
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David Lloyd is stepping up its commitment to women’s health as it continues to explore what fit-for-purpose looks like for the female population
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Third Space partnered with IndigoFitness to deliver a bespoke training space for its new club at The Whiteley
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Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
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Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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Greg Bradley looks at the shift towards strength training in gyms and advises on how operators can create the ultimate training environment
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EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
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Active IQ is calling for greater accountability in online fitness advice with the launch of a new trustmark
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Pulse Fitness has created a new health club delivering an elevated wellness experience
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CEO, Les Mills
The Les Mills partnership with Hyrox is something I'm personally really excited about
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Research
Consolidation, specialisation and shifting consumer behaviours are reshaping the sector, say Deloitte and EuropeActive
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Interview
With corporately-owned clubs, franchise networks, investments and proprietary tech, Viva Leisure’s ecosystem is redefining how gyms scale and generate revenue. Its CEO speaks to Kate Cracknell
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Deena Gillan

Chair of UK Active’s Independent Council and GM at 3-1-5
There are so many dedicated people in the independent sector – they work hard because they’re passionate about changing lives
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Editor's letter
New insight from Deloitte and Grant Thornton shows record growth, but the real shift is towards identity and perceived value, revealing opportunities to deepen engagement with members
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Show preview
Welcome to Elevate 2026
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Specifier
Julie Cramer highlights recent health club flooring upgrades, as top suppliers give their advice
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Insight
Record market penetration in the UK fitness sector masks a deeper shift around consumer engagement, according to a report from Grant Thornton and UK Active, as Liz Terry reports
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Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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HCM People

Stephen Price

Founder, SP&Co Group
Working in public health over the last few years has lit up parts of my brain again
HCM magazine
Collaborations with the medical profession and greater aspirations around wellbeing are creating a need for more experts in our sector. It’s time to reboot our thinking around the workforce
HCM magazine
As the entrepreneur who started Wexer, Fresh Fitness, Fitness DK and Repeat, as well as being a former elite athlete, Rasmus Ingerslev’s life looked perfect from the outside, but onthe inside it was a different story. He talks to Kath Hudson about healing old wounds
HCM magazine
Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
HCM magazine
If the health service is to survive, we must recognise that it is a disease service – and that wellbeing rests with us, says the activity advocate and healthy ageing champion. He talks to Kate Cracknell
HCM magazine
For every member with a tripod and a big following, there are others irritated at the way equipment is being hogged or wary they’ll be in the background on someone’s Insta feed. Do influencers offer valuable, free marketing or are they just a nuisance? Kath Hudson finds out how operators are responding
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I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
HCM magazine
Small improvements to sleep, diet and physical activity have major benefits for the heart, according to new research from the University of Sydney
HCM magazine
Designing multi-functional spaces can lead to fewer bottlenecks at peak times. Julie Cramer investigates the latest kit and inspiring installations
HCM magazine
Researchers have long known that the brain changes as a result of exercise. Now researchers believe this process is actually driven by the brain
HCM magazine
Opinion
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Strength training has moved from the margins to the mainstream.
Opinion: Building smarter strength spaces for today’s operators
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: CoverMe extends matching service to personal training, rewriting how members and personal trainers connect
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal training platform that connects the right personal trainer to the right client in under 10 seconds.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Supporting long-term health: why whole body vibration belongs in clinical settings
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay active, independent and feeling good for longer.
Company profiles
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Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
CoverMe press release: CoverMe and Jobs In. Fitness partner to create end-to-end talent solution
CoverMe, the UK’s leading fitness workforce management and recruitment platform, now gives operators access to talent for every level of their business, thanks to a new strategic partnership with Jobs In. Fitness.
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BLK BOX press release: Inside the build: Salt 
To bring their concept to life, Salt partnered with BLK BOX to design and equip a facility that would deliver a premium training experience while supporting the needs of a diverse and growing community.
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Hot tubs
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Spa and beauty equipment
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staycation news

Staycations are growing in popularity for people who want to “get away” without the hassle
Book4Time has announced the launch of Day & Resort Passes on its award-winning platform to
With an increasing number of luxury hotels and resorts offering day and resort passes to
The Wellness Tourism Association (WTA), is celebrating its fourth anniversary by striking up a partnership
New research by Barclays Corporate Banking reveals that the leisure, fitness, spa and hospitality industries
The Good Spa Guide has unveiled the results of its 11th annual awards this evening
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal
Health club operator Bannatyne is repositioning itself as a wellness provider, as it looks to
Natural skincare and bodycare brand Elemental Herbology has launched a limited-edition beauty and wellbeing kit,
The UK's travel, tourism and visitor attractions markets have been "decimated" by COVID-19 – and
Baca Architects has submitted a scheme to transform an unused UK quarry lake and surrounding
Glen Ivy Hot Springs in California has reopened with a new private outdoor wellness ‘staycation’
Boutique AA 4-star destination Lincombe Hall Hotel, Torquay, has expanded its leisure provision by unveiling
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
Holiday complex Whalesborough Cottages and Spa in Bude, North Cornwall, has enhanced its visitor experience
UK hotels achieved the highest ever monthly total revenue per available room (trevpar) in July,
An estimated seven million Brits holidayed at home during the August bank holiday weekend, providing
The current heatwave in Britain has resulted in an economic upturn for the country’s tourism
VisitEngland has named the best Britain's tourism industry has to offer, announcing the winners of
Britain’s visitor attractions are set to get a major boost, with investment into the sector
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
Overseas visits to the UK hit a record 23 million in the first seven months
VisitBritain as launched a UK-wide campaign to encourage the country’s young adult population to take
Visitor attractions operator Continuum is expanding its reach, after the company announced the addition of
The historic Tower Wing of Singapore's Shangri-La Hotel has re-opened following a significant renovation, revealing
Cornwall has retained its crown as the UK’s most popular staycation destination, with more than
Hatherley Manor hotel in Gloucester, UK, will open a new luxury day spa in early
Port Lympne Wild Animal and Safari Reserve has debuted its new Tiger Lodge today (27
A weakened pound is keeping British visitors away from Ireland, halting double digit growth spurred
Britain continues to be a must-see destination, after more people visited the UK from overseas
New data from the British Hospitality Association (BHA) has revealed that despite predictions of increased
Handing tourism responsibility to local governments could help English tourism soar, according to new research.
Museums play a vital role in the tourist economy for rural and coastal destinations across
The UK government is capitalising on a weakened pound by unveiling a series of measures
UK tourism is experiencing a sharp rise in both inbound and domestic bookings as a
Merlin Entertainments CEO and British Hospitality Association (BHA) chair Nick Varney has said that the
Leisure industry heavyweights have raised concerns for the future after the UK voted to leave
The UK’s decision to leave the European Union (EU) could have a very similar impact
The glamping industry is set to explode in the UK over the next few years,
Port Lympne Reserve is looking to attract the UK’s staycationers by installing low cost accommodation
Sajid Javid’s appointment as the new culture secretary has been hailed by the hospitality and
A number of attractions have seen a big spike in visits owing to a fine
The average British holidaymaker is expected to fork out £2,000 on vacations this year, with
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
David Lloyd is stepping up its commitment to women’s health as it continues to explore what fit-for-purpose looks like for the female population
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Third Space partnered with IndigoFitness to deliver a bespoke training space for its new club at The Whiteley
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Greg Bradley looks at the shift towards strength training in gyms and advises on how operators can create the ultimate training environment
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Active IQ is calling for greater accountability in online fitness advice with the launch of a new trustmark
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Pulse Fitness has created a new health club delivering an elevated wellness experience
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
HCM magazine
HCM People

Stephen Price

Founder, SP&Co Group
Working in public health over the last few years has lit up parts of my brain again
HCM magazine
Collaborations with the medical profession and greater aspirations around wellbeing are creating a need for more experts in our sector. It’s time to reboot our thinking around the workforce
HCM magazine
As the entrepreneur who started Wexer, Fresh Fitness, Fitness DK and Repeat, as well as being a former elite athlete, Rasmus Ingerslev’s life looked perfect from the outside, but onthe inside it was a different story. He talks to Kath Hudson about healing old wounds
HCM magazine
Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
HCM magazine
If the health service is to survive, we must recognise that it is a disease service – and that wellbeing rests with us, says the activity advocate and healthy ageing champion. He talks to Kate Cracknell
HCM magazine
For every member with a tripod and a big following, there are others irritated at the way equipment is being hogged or wary they’ll be in the background on someone’s Insta feed. Do influencers offer valuable, free marketing or are they just a nuisance? Kath Hudson finds out how operators are responding
HCM magazine
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
HCM magazine
Small improvements to sleep, diet and physical activity have major benefits for the heart, according to new research from the University of Sydney
HCM magazine
Designing multi-functional spaces can lead to fewer bottlenecks at peak times. Julie Cramer investigates the latest kit and inspiring installations
HCM magazine
Researchers have long known that the brain changes as a result of exercise. Now researchers believe this process is actually driven by the brain
HCM magazine
Opinion
promotion
Strength training has moved from the margins to the mainstream.
Opinion: Building smarter strength spaces for today’s operators
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: CoverMe extends matching service to personal training, rewriting how members and personal trainers connect
CoverMe, the global leader in fitness workforce management, today launches CoverMe PT, an on-demand personal training platform that connects the right personal trainer to the right client in under 10 seconds.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Supporting long-term health: why whole body vibration belongs in clinical settings
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay active, independent and feeling good for longer.
Company profiles
Company profile: Wattbike
Wattbike’s mission is to make Wattbike the ultimate training partner for improving health and performance. ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Gantner
Gantner optimizes and simplifies the organisation of fitness clubs. Using touchless RFID/NFC credentials (member cards, ...
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - From nightclub to health club
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - Future-proofing
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
CoverMe press release: CoverMe and Jobs In. Fitness partner to create end-to-end talent solution
CoverMe, the UK’s leading fitness workforce management and recruitment platform, now gives operators access to talent for every level of their business, thanks to a new strategic partnership with Jobs In. Fitness.
Featured press releases
BLK BOX press release: Inside the build: Salt 
To bring their concept to life, Salt partnered with BLK BOX to design and equip a facility that would deliver a premium training experience while supporting the needs of a diverse and growing community.
Directory
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Spa and beauty equipment
Oakworks Inc: Spa and beauty equipment
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Property & Tenders
Stratford, East London.
Lee Valley Regional Park Authority
Property & Tenders
Y Felinheli, LL56 4QN
Newmark
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
21-24 Sep 2026
The Langham Huntington Pasadena , Pasadena, United States
Diary dates
06-08 Oct 2026
Messe Stuttgart, Stuttgart, Germany
Diary dates
22-22 Oct 2026
QEII Conference Centre, London,
Diary dates
26-29 Oct 2027
Koelnmesse Exhibition Centre, Cologne, Germany
Diary dates
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