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visitor attraction news

Plans to create a visitor attraction at Trossachs Pier in the Scottish highlands have been
John Broome CBE, the man who developed Alton Towers theme park from humble beginnings to
VisitEngland has published its Annual Survey of Visits to Visitor Attractions for 2022, showing that
Continuum Attractions, which acquired the Loch Ness Centre in Scotland in January, has officially reopened
International themed attraction and experience designer Katapult and animation studio Aardman have launched a new
The popular Coronation Street Tour in Manchester, UK, has been expanded into a brand new
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
In the dynamic world of indoor cycling, Schwinn has consistently been at the forefront of
Blue Run Spirits has released the first images of its planned distillery and visitor attraction
Plans to create a new Eden Project North attraction in Morecambe, UK, have been given
David Willrich has been appointed chair of Experience UK, replacing the outgoing Terry Monkton, who
A new floating visitor center and art installation is showcasing aquaculture, informing the world on
A new interactive visitor attraction that promises guests the opportunity to experience the thrill of
Disney is set to undergo a "major restructuring" following the shock return of CEO Bob
Elevate
Elevate
In today's competitive fitness landscape, the key to success lies not only in providing exceptional
The first-ever Real Madrid-themed experience is set to open in Dubai next year. A partnership
The Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser experience at Walt Disney World, Orlando, is among the winners
A huge "film city" and visitor attraction project in Nigeria has reached a major milestone,
The world's first visitor attraction featuring IP owned by hugely popular Studio Ghibli is set
The National Visitor Attractions Conference (VAC 2022), has been held for the 19th time. Taking
The Mandai Wildlife Reserve in Singapore will gain a new visitor attraction in the second
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
Phil Heath, professional athlete, bodybuilder and 7x Mr. Olympia, has fielded a lot of questions
The Hall of Fame Village in Canton, Ohio, US, has added a number of new
Meow Wolf, the immersive arts and entertainment company, has announced the death of its co–founder,
Warner Bros. Studio Tour London will launch a new area on 1 July, further expanding
Detailed plans have been revealed for the National Juneteenth Museum in Fort Worth, Texas, US.
The Jorvik Group has been named a ‘leading light’ for its digital strategy, which helped
Chester Zoo, Nothe Fort and Black Country Living Museum are among the 19 winners of
Former Efteling COO, Coen Bertens, and former BRC Imagination Arts exec, Bart Dohmen, have partnered
A visitor attraction celebrating the history of the Scottish parish of Gretna Green – and
A project to save the UK's last major bellfoundry has moved to the next stage,
Merlin Entertainments has acquired the operations and brand licenses for Cadbury World, the popular chocolate-themed
Brewing giant Diageo has revealed plans to create a Guinness-themed cultural hub and microbrewery in
Plans to create a new Eden Project North attraction in Morecombe UK have been given
As we emerge from the clutches of Covid and our freedom of movement is fully
Construction work on the Eden Project Qingdao visitor attraction in China has reached a major
Plans for the World Food Center Experience in Ede, Netherlands, have been given the final
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has thrown his weight behind plans to build an Eden
A new visitor attraction and cultural destination, located at the foot of the historic slopes
Chaos Karts, a new gaming-based visitor attraction combining go-karts and augmented reality (AR), will open
The new H.C. Andersen House, designed by Japanese architect Kengo Kuma, has opened its doors
Attractions Management understands that MackNext, the innovation department of Mack Group, is working on a
11Arches, the charity behind outdoor theatrical spectacular Kynren – an Epic Tale of England, in
Compagnie des Alpes has appointed Delphine Pons as general manager of its Parc Astérix theme
12,300
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Nuffield Health has worked with ServiceSport UK for more than ten years, ensuring the equipment in its clubs is commercially optimised
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University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
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Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
D2F had updated its brand styling to keep pace with business growth. MD, John Lofting and operations director, Matt Aynsley, explain the rationale
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
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HCM magazine
News report
The Basic-Fit franchise initiative will cover markets not adjacent to current operations and could enable us to enter other continents
HCM magazine
Everyone's talking about
Now mental health is the number one reason for people to join a health club, do fitness professionals need a grounding in counselling to offer a more holistic service? Kath Hudson asks the experts
HCM magazine
Design
McFit, the original budget gym is undergoing a transformation with a new look and estate-wide overhaul, as Liz Terry reports
HCM magazine
Insight
Pilates is having a moment. Steph Eaves asks suppliers how they’re responding to the demand
HCM magazine
Research
New research has found BMI to be a highly inaccurate measure of childhood obesity, leading current thinking and policy based on it into question
HCM magazine
HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
HCM magazine
Editor's letter
Members are telling us they need support with their mental and spiritual health and the industry is starting to see this need. Now’s the time to fast-track our response
HCM magazine
Insight
As more people join clubs to support their mental health, fitness professionals need to be empowered to take a holistic approach. Kath Hudson shares useful tools discussed at the ACE summit on mental health
HCM magazine
The European fitness sector is beating pre-pandemic numbers according to the 11th annual European Health & Fitness Market Report 2024 from Deloitte and EuropeActive, as Karsten Hollasch reports
HCM magazine
When a hefty round of investment coincided with the pandemic, the CEO of Midtown Athletic Clubs feared the company – founded by his grandfather – would go down on his watch. He talks to Kath Hudson about the pressure to keep the business afloat
HCM magazine
Fitstop is growing well. In 2023 it added 45 locations and launched in New Zealand, Singapore and the US. It has grown sustainably and has great founder-led energy
HCM magazine
We have a fantastic opportunity in front of us to realise our vision of a happier and healthier world
HCM magazine
HCM People

Jen Holland

CEO: Edinburgh Leisure
Edinburgh Council will have a £143m budget shortfall by 2028/29 and so must find ways to become more efficient
HCM magazine
What needs to happen to integrate physical activity with healthcare? Leaders in the sector share their thoughts
HCM magazine
With the industry experiencing a huge swing towards strength training, researchers recommend continuing to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
Speaking on the LIFTS podcast recently, Xponential Fitness CEO Anthony Geisler said participation in studio cycling is down globally. Kath Hudson decided to investigate
HCM magazine
HCM People

Belinda Steward

MD of leisure, health and wellbeing, Places Leisure Places Leisure
We need to make it automatic that when people go to their doctor, they’re offered exercise rather than medication where appropriate
HCM magazine
The Elevate trade show and conference comes to London next month. HCM gives the low down on what to look out for
HCM magazine
Consumers’ growing love of strength training is to be welcomed, as this long-neglected modality has a renaissance, however, it’s vital we continue to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Empower your team, transform your service – elevate with coaching workshops
In today's competitive fitness landscape, the key to success lies not only in providing exceptional facilities but also in cultivating meaningful interactions with members.
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Featured supplier news: Places Leisure successfully launches myFitApp to enhance member experience
Places Leisure is a leading leisure centre operator with a mission to create active places and healthy people for communities to thrive.
Company profiles
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Supplier Showcase
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Catalogue Gallery
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Featured press releases
Greenwich Leisure Limited press release: Olympian Daryll Neita hosts athletics event at GLL venue
On Monday 13th May, team GB sprinter Daryll Neita, an Olympic medallist and one of the nation's leading track and field athletes, hosted a memorable sports day at her home track, GLL’s Sutcliffe Park Sports Centre in Greenwich for pupils from local primary schools.
Featured press releases
CoverMe Ltd press release: Roehampton Club raises the bar for class cover with CoverMe
Roehampton Club is an exclusive club in south London catering for 5,000 members, which prides itself on delivering exceptional fitness experiences.
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Property & Tenders
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Grantham, Leicestershire
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23-24 May 2024
Large Hall of the Chamber of Commerce (Erbprinzenpalais), Wiesbaden, Germany
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30 May - 02 Jun 2024
Rimini Exhibition Center, Rimini, Italy
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08-08 Jun 2024
Worldwide, Various,
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Raffles City Convention Centre, Singapore, Singapore
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ExCeL London, London, United Kingdom
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IMPACT Exhibition Center, Bangkok, Thailand
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19-19 Sep 2024
The Salil Hotel Riverside - Bangkok, Bangkok 10120, Thailand
Diary dates
01-04 Oct 2024
REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort Nusa Dua Bali, Kabupaten Badung, Indonesia
Diary dates
22-25 Oct 2024
Messe Stuttgart, Germany
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24-24 Oct 2024
QEII Conference Centre, London, United Kingdom
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04-07 Nov 2024
In person, St Andrews, United Kingdom
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visitor attraction news

Plans to create a visitor attraction at Trossachs Pier in the Scottish highlands have been
John Broome CBE, the man who developed Alton Towers theme park from humble beginnings to
VisitEngland has published its Annual Survey of Visits to Visitor Attractions for 2022, showing that
Continuum Attractions, which acquired the Loch Ness Centre in Scotland in January, has officially reopened
International themed attraction and experience designer Katapult and animation studio Aardman have launched a new
The popular Coronation Street Tour in Manchester, UK, has been expanded into a brand new
Innovatise UK Ltd
Innovatise UK Ltd
In the dynamic world of indoor cycling, Schwinn has consistently been at the forefront of
Blue Run Spirits has released the first images of its planned distillery and visitor attraction
Plans to create a new Eden Project North attraction in Morecambe, UK, have been given
David Willrich has been appointed chair of Experience UK, replacing the outgoing Terry Monkton, who
A new floating visitor center and art installation is showcasing aquaculture, informing the world on
A new interactive visitor attraction that promises guests the opportunity to experience the thrill of
Disney is set to undergo a "major restructuring" following the shock return of CEO Bob
Elevate
Elevate
In today's competitive fitness landscape, the key to success lies not only in providing exceptional
The first-ever Real Madrid-themed experience is set to open in Dubai next year. A partnership
The Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser experience at Walt Disney World, Orlando, is among the winners
A huge "film city" and visitor attraction project in Nigeria has reached a major milestone,
The world's first visitor attraction featuring IP owned by hugely popular Studio Ghibli is set
The National Visitor Attractions Conference (VAC 2022), has been held for the 19th time. Taking
The Mandai Wildlife Reserve in Singapore will gain a new visitor attraction in the second
Alliance Leisure
Alliance Leisure
Phil Heath, professional athlete, bodybuilder and 7x Mr. Olympia, has fielded a lot of questions
The Hall of Fame Village in Canton, Ohio, US, has added a number of new
Meow Wolf, the immersive arts and entertainment company, has announced the death of its co–founder,
Warner Bros. Studio Tour London will launch a new area on 1 July, further expanding
Detailed plans have been revealed for the National Juneteenth Museum in Fort Worth, Texas, US.
The Jorvik Group has been named a ‘leading light’ for its digital strategy, which helped
Chester Zoo, Nothe Fort and Black Country Living Museum are among the 19 winners of
Former Efteling COO, Coen Bertens, and former BRC Imagination Arts exec, Bart Dohmen, have partnered
A visitor attraction celebrating the history of the Scottish parish of Gretna Green – and
A project to save the UK's last major bellfoundry has moved to the next stage,
Merlin Entertainments has acquired the operations and brand licenses for Cadbury World, the popular chocolate-themed
Brewing giant Diageo has revealed plans to create a Guinness-themed cultural hub and microbrewery in
Plans to create a new Eden Project North attraction in Morecombe UK have been given
As we emerge from the clutches of Covid and our freedom of movement is fully
Construction work on the Eden Project Qingdao visitor attraction in China has reached a major
Plans for the World Food Center Experience in Ede, Netherlands, have been given the final
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has thrown his weight behind plans to build an Eden
A new visitor attraction and cultural destination, located at the foot of the historic slopes
Chaos Karts, a new gaming-based visitor attraction combining go-karts and augmented reality (AR), will open
The new H.C. Andersen House, designed by Japanese architect Kengo Kuma, has opened its doors
Attractions Management understands that MackNext, the innovation department of Mack Group, is working on a
11Arches, the charity behind outdoor theatrical spectacular Kynren – an Epic Tale of England, in
Compagnie des Alpes has appointed Delphine Pons as general manager of its Parc Astérix theme
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Coaching workshops from Keith Smith and Adam Daniel have been designed to empower your team and transform your service
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Nuffield Health has worked with ServiceSport UK for more than ten years, ensuring the equipment in its clubs is commercially optimised
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
D2F had updated its brand styling to keep pace with business growth. MD, John Lofting and operations director, Matt Aynsley, explain the rationale
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Francesca Cooper-Boden says health assessment services can boost health club retention
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
The European fitness sector is beating pre-pandemic numbers according to the 11th annual European Health & Fitness Market Report 2024 from Deloitte and EuropeActive, as Karsten Hollasch reports
HCM magazine
When a hefty round of investment coincided with the pandemic, the CEO of Midtown Athletic Clubs feared the company – founded by his grandfather – would go down on his watch. He talks to Kath Hudson about the pressure to keep the business afloat
HCM magazine
Fitstop is growing well. In 2023 it added 45 locations and launched in New Zealand, Singapore and the US. It has grown sustainably and has great founder-led energy
HCM magazine
We have a fantastic opportunity in front of us to realise our vision of a happier and healthier world
HCM magazine
HCM People

Jen Holland

CEO: Edinburgh Leisure
Edinburgh Council will have a £143m budget shortfall by 2028/29 and so must find ways to become more efficient
HCM magazine
What needs to happen to integrate physical activity with healthcare? Leaders in the sector share their thoughts
HCM magazine
With the industry experiencing a huge swing towards strength training, researchers recommend continuing to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
Speaking on the LIFTS podcast recently, Xponential Fitness CEO Anthony Geisler said participation in studio cycling is down globally. Kath Hudson decided to investigate
HCM magazine
HCM People

Belinda Steward

MD of leisure, health and wellbeing, Places Leisure Places Leisure
We need to make it automatic that when people go to their doctor, they’re offered exercise rather than medication where appropriate
HCM magazine
The Elevate trade show and conference comes to London next month. HCM gives the low down on what to look out for
HCM magazine
Consumers’ growing love of strength training is to be welcomed, as this long-neglected modality has a renaissance, however, it’s vital we continue to make the case for cardio
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Empower your team, transform your service – elevate with coaching workshops
In today's competitive fitness landscape, the key to success lies not only in providing exceptional facilities but also in cultivating meaningful interactions with members.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Places Leisure successfully launches myFitApp to enhance member experience
Places Leisure is a leading leisure centre operator with a mission to create active places and healthy people for communities to thrive.
Company profiles
Company profile: Life Fitness
The Life Fitness family of brands offers an unrivalled product portfolio, providing customers with access ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Mindbody
Mindbody is a true all-in-one software platform, providing first-rate service for your clients and the ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Greenwich Leisure Limited press release: Olympian Daryll Neita hosts athletics event at GLL venue
On Monday 13th May, team GB sprinter Daryll Neita, an Olympic medallist and one of the nation's leading track and field athletes, hosted a memorable sports day at her home track, GLL’s Sutcliffe Park Sports Centre in Greenwich for pupils from local primary schools.
Featured press releases
CoverMe Ltd press release: Roehampton Club raises the bar for class cover with CoverMe
Roehampton Club is an exclusive club in south London catering for 5,000 members, which prides itself on delivering exceptional fitness experiences.
Directory
salt therapy products
Saltability: salt therapy products
Lockers
Fitlockers: Lockers
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
23-24 May 2024
Large Hall of the Chamber of Commerce (Erbprinzenpalais), Wiesbaden, Germany
Diary dates
30 May - 02 Jun 2024
Rimini Exhibition Center, Rimini, Italy
Diary dates
08-08 Jun 2024
Worldwide, Various,
Diary dates
11-13 Jun 2024
Raffles City Convention Centre, Singapore, Singapore
Diary dates
12-13 Jun 2024
ExCeL London, London, United Kingdom
Diary dates
03-05 Sep 2024
IMPACT Exhibition Center, Bangkok, Thailand
Diary dates
19-19 Sep 2024
The Salil Hotel Riverside - Bangkok, Bangkok 10120, Thailand
Diary dates
01-04 Oct 2024
REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort Nusa Dua Bali, Kabupaten Badung, Indonesia
Diary dates
22-25 Oct 2024
Messe Stuttgart, Germany
Diary dates
24-24 Oct 2024
QEII Conference Centre, London, United Kingdom
Diary dates
04-07 Nov 2024
In person, St Andrews, United Kingdom
Diary dates
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