Sheffield City Council is progressing with plans to overhaul its leisure infrastructure, beginning with a £51 million rebuild of the Springs Leisure Centre. The redevelopment forms part of a wider investment programme to modernise facilities and improve access to health and wellbeing services across the city.
If funding is approved at the Finance Committee in November, construction is expected to begin in late 2026. The new Springs facility has been identified as the most viable option for replacement, designed to meet BREEAM ‘excellent’ standards and align with Sheffield’s Net Zero commitments.
Councillor Kurtis Crossthorn, Chair of the Communities, Parks and Leisure Committee at Sheffield City Council, said: “This is a truly exciting milestone for Sheffield and for the communities around Springs Leisure Centre.
“Our investment in a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility is about much more than bricks and mortar – it’s about supporting healthier, more active lives for everyone. We’ve listened carefully to local residents, and their feedback has shaped a vision for a centre that is modern, inclusive, and welcoming to all.
“From expanded gym and swimming facilities to spaces for community health and wellbeing, this redevelopment will help tackle health inequalities and ensure that everyone has the opportunity to Move More. I’m proud that we’re delivering a leisure centre designed for the future, supporting generations to come and contributing to our city’s Net Zero ambitions.”
The project will deliver a new leisure centre featuring upgraded gym and pool facilities, a sports hall, studios, a spa, an indoor bowls area, a café, and flexible community spaces. It will also integrate health and community services under one roof to maximise accessibility and usage.
The proposal follows detailed consultation earlier this year with residents, councillors, and stakeholders. Feedback helped define priorities, including enhanced swimming facilities, modernised changing areas, and improved accessibility.
Concord Sports Centre is next in line for redevelopment, with updated designs underway and construction planned to start in 2027. Ponds Forge and Hillsborough Leisure Centres will also benefit from investment, with Hillsborough undergoing a major refurbishment to deliver comparable improvements at a lower cost and with reduced disruption.
Together, these projects form a major part of Sheffield’s long-term plan to strengthen its leisure infrastructure and promote active, healthy living across the city.
