Work on Five Acres leisure centre at Coleford to finally start
In February 2024 FODDC secured planning permission to develop the first phase of facilities at the site.
'Hugely important'
Mr Phelps said the council wanted "the best possible facilities" for residents, but also wanted to ensure the "hugely important" project was "financially sustainable"."Having received the unanimous backing of councillors, I am excited to say that we can now move on to the next stage of the Five Acres redevelopment and begin construction of this fantastic project," he said.To help reduce refurbishment costs and respond to the climate emergency, FODDC successfully applied for £200,000 from the Government's Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme.
The money will support the installation of a new air source heat pump system, radiators and roofing insulation.As part of phase one of the project, the Speedwell Building will be turned into new office and community spaces and a cafe and outreach space for Hartpury's University's Aspiration Centre.Phase two of the project will focus on the 3G artificial pitch and floodlights, for which FODDC is awaiting Football Foundation funding approval.
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