Sunderland City Council has announced plans for an £11m leisure centre in Washington, near Sunderland. The centre will be built adjacent to the town's existing complex, which is due to close in 2015.
Facilities will include a six lane, 25m pool, a four court sports hall, a multi-purpose sports hall, two squash courts, sauna, steamrooms and relaxation area, a soft play centre and football pitches. A wellness centre will comprise a 100-station gym, spinning studio, exercise studio and two consultation rooms.
Pellikaan Construction has already been appointed and the centre could be up and running in 2015. The project will be funded by the council’s £60m capital programme fund.