http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Glasgow-Clyde-College-launches-degree-level-qualification-to-shape-next-generation-of-spa-leaders/355117 monthly 0.9 2025-02-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2025/HIGH355117_76055_554633.jpg Glasgow Clyde College launches degree-level qualification to shape next generation of spa leaders The course has been created for experienced beauty and spa therapists who are ready to take the next step in their careers http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Third-Space-takes-space-at-iconic-West-End-location-Colin-Waggett/355106 monthly 0.9 2025-02-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2025/HIGH355106_273472_466385.jpg Third Space will open in the heart of London's Oxford Street in 2027 Third Space will open in the former House of Fraser store on London's Oxford Street in 2027 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Tenth-Wellness-launches-postpartum-retreat-at-Mandarin-Oriental-Hyde-Park-to-empower-new-parents/355053 monthly 0.9 2025-02-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2025/HIGH355053_828462_919787.jpg Tenth Wellness launches postpartum retreat at Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park to empower new parents In addition to mother-focused recovery, the retreat features specialist paternal support services http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Scott-Best-launches-luxury-health-club-in-Mayfair-London-called-V/355024 monthly 0.9 2025-02-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2025/HIGH355024_581126_44116.jpg Scott Best launches a new brand called V – a luxury health club and wellness concept The reformer Pilates studio is being run by X http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Next-generation-Fitness-First-is-showcased-at-new-Marylebone-site/355001 monthly 0.9 2025-02-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2025/HIGH355001_31519_155536.jpg Next generation Fitness First is showcased at new Marylebone site There is a Hyrox training area on the gym floor http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Angela-Rippon-is-calling-for-the-fitness-industry-to-get-on-board-with-her-Lets-Dance-Campaign/355004 monthly 0.9 2025-02-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2025/HIGH355004_712600_518561.jpg Angela Rippon is calling for the fitness industry to get on board with her Let’s Dance! Campaign It's hard to dance without smiling http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Arc-unveils-flagship-communal-contrast-therapy-club-in-Canary-Wharf-second-London-site-set-for-2025/354977 monthly 0.9 2025-01-31T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2025/HIGH354977_949444_550351.jpg Arc unveils flagship communal contrast therapy club in Canary Wharf – second London site set for 2025 Arc's philosophy is built on the foundational pillars of contrast bathing, community and connection http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/United-Fitness-Brands-reveals-new-strategy-and-right-sizes-portfolio/354962 monthly 0.9 2025-01-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2025/HIGH354962_44435_792837.jpg United Fitness Brands plans to close sites in London as part of strategy to 'right-size' the business Barrecore is one of United Fitness Brands' five boutique concepts http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Major-study-finds-culture-and-heritage-are-good-for-our-health-and-the-economy/354939 monthly 0.9 2025-01-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2025/HIGH354939_703945_877993.jpg Major study finds culture and heritage are good for our health and the economy Experiencing arts and culture are good for health and the economy, according to research http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/The-Club-Company-invests-in-its-portfolio-and-health-and-fitness-offering-Richard-Calvert/354856 monthly 0.9 2025-01-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ The Club Company grows its portfolio with major acquisition The Club Company is upgrading its health and fitness offering http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Hilton-doubles-down-on-in-room-wellness-announces-partnership-with-Calm/354913 monthly 0.9 2025-01-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2025/HIGH354913_402228_392248.jpg Hilton doubles down on in-room wellness, announces partnership with Calm Calm has more than 150 million downloads and supports more than 3,500 organisations across seven languages and 190 countries http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Multi-million-pound-plans-to-transform-historic-Victorian-estate-into-boutique-hotel-and-spa-receive-greenlight/354880 monthly 0.9 2025-01-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2025/HIGH354880_570567_761100.jpg Plans approved for multi-million-pound transformation of historic English country estate into boutique hotel and spa Developers want to restore the Victorian estate in Penn, Buckinghamshire, to its former glory http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Former-JD-Sports-CFO-joins-NRG-Gyms-as-it-takes-on-investment/354859 monthly 0.9 2025-01-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2025/HIGH354859_371963_351571.jpg NRG Gyms ramps up expansion after £4m investment from Puma Growth Partners NRG Gyms is set for expansion after taking on investment http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Global-Wellness-Summit-confirms-dates-and-venue-for-2025-Abu-Dhabi-gathering/354811 monthly 0.9 2025-01-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2025/HIGH354811_618067_765084.jpg Global Wellness Summit confirms dates and venue for 2025 Abu Dhabi gathering Mandarin Oriental has operated the luxury beachfront property since 2020 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UKinbound-and-ABTA-lobby-UK-politicians-to-solve-staffing-crises-with-youth-mobility-scheme/354768 monthly 0.9 2025-01-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2025/HIGH354768_935381_530642.jpg UKinbound and ABTA lobby UK politicians to deliver EU youth mobility scheme The lobbying event for politicians was held in London http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Six-Senses-London-to-debut-in-summer-2025-with-flagship-members-club-and-London-underground-inspired-spa/354746 monthly 0.9 2024-12-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH354746_529237_859055.jpg Six Senses London to debut in summer 2025 with flagship members’ club and London underground-inspired spa Six Senses London will launch in the Whiteley building which is undergoing a £1 billion transformation http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Parkinsons-UK-and-BH-Live-team-up-to-offer-classes-for-people-with-neurological-disorders/354708 monthly 0.9 2024-12-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH354708_622690_843395.jpg Parkinson’s UK and BH Live team up to offer classes for people with neurological disorders Exercise can slow down the progression of Parkinson's http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Robert-Jeffers-appointed-to-helm-wellness-at-Dubais-Atlantis-The-Palm/354626 monthly 0.9 2024-12-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH354626_621508_733770.jpg Robert Jeffers appointed to helm wellness at Dubai’s Atlantis The Palm Jeffers is overseeing wellness operations at Atlantis The Palm – a property owned by Investment Corporation of Dubai and operated by Kerzner International under the Atlantis Resorts brand http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Investors-confidence-is-growing-Will-Orr-tells-HCM/354579 monthly 0.9 2024-11-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH354579_200002_897266.jpg Investors’ confidence is growing, says The Gym Group's Will Orr Hyrox classes will be in 120 The Gym Group sites by the end of 2024 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Center-Parcs-explores-plans-for-350m-debut-Scottish-resort-with-Aqua-Sana-Forest-Spa/354569 monthly 0.9 2024-11-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH354569_130685_308575.jpg Center Parcs lifts the lid on proposals for £350m debut Scottish resort and Aqua Sana Forest Spa If the project is successful, Center Parcs will be able to forge ahead and establish its seventh spa http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Spa-at-Mandarin-Oriental-Mayfair-London-crowned-UKs-Best-New-Spa-of-2024-by-Good-Spa-Guide-Awards/354554 monthly 0.9 2024-11-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH354550_804174_434836.jpg Spa at Mandarin Oriental Mayfair, London crowned UK’s Best New Spa of 2024 by Good Spa Guide The Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Mayfair, was conceived by Tokyo-based design studio Curiosity as http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Bear-Grylls-Adventure-activity-site-to-close/354471 monthly 0.9 2024-11-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH354471_89670_162583.jpg Bear Grylls Adventure activity site to close Bear Grylls Adventure is closing after six years http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-Spa-Association-launches-industry-wide-salary-survey-to-set-new-benchmarks/354404 monthly 0.9 2024-11-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH354404_678669_598956.jpg UK Spa Association launches industry-wide salary survey to set new benchmarks The survey will gather new data about wages and employment levels in the UK spa industry http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Swim-and-The-JD-Gym-Group-part-company-as-Rebecca-Adlington-and-Steve-Parry-complete-an-MBO/354387 monthly 0.9 2024-10-31T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH354387_28389_149893.jpg Swim! and The JD Gym Group part company as Rebecca Adlington and Steve Parry complete an MBO The Swim! team: Steve Parry, Rebecca Adlington, Amelia Worrall http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Jubilee-Hall-has-become-to-expensive-to-run-says-Jubilee-Hall-Trust-as-it-surrenders-the-lease/354380 monthly 0.9 2024-10-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH354380_970955_485519.jpg London’s Jubilee Hall has become too expensive to run, says Trust as it surrenders the lease Jubilee Hall is an iconic building http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-government-appoints-Mariella-Frostrup-menopause-employment-ambassador-to-enhance-workplace-support-for-women/354360 monthly 0.9 2024-10-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH354360_266657_303177.jpg UK government appoints Mariella Frostrup menopause employment ambassador to enhance workplace support for women Mariella Frostrup is a prominent British-Norwegian journalist passionate about guiding women on navigating their way to and through menopause http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Accors-Emlyn-Brown-tells-HCM-Summit-that-wellness-and-fitness-is-now-an-integral-part-of-the-luxury-hotel-experience/354335 monthly 0.9 2024-10-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Accor’s Emlyn Brown tells HCM Summit that wellness and fitness is now an integral part of the luxury hotel experience Accor's Emlyn Brown talks to the HCM Summit about wellness travel http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Following-a-stellar-rugby-career-Jonny-Wilkinson-has-found-meaning-in-his-living-drinks-brand/354321 monthly 0.9 2024-10-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Following a stellar rugby career, Jonny Wilkinson has found meaning in his living drinks brand Rugby star, Jonny Wilkinson, is interviewed on stage at the HCM Summit http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Inaugural-HCM-Summit-launches-in-London-uniting-health-fitness-and-wellness-leaders/354313 monthly 0.9 2024-10-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH354313_680576_949955.jpg Inaugural HCM Summit launches in London, uniting health, fitness and wellness leaders The summit is being live-streamed globally, with all content available in a digital archive post-event http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UKs-first-public-floating-sauna-WYLD-Sauna-to-open-in-November-at-Liverpools-Princes-Dock/354295 monthly 0.9 2024-10-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH354295_958149_944106.jpg UK's first public floating sauna, WYLD Sauna, opening in November at Liverpool's Princes Dock WYLD Sauna plans to expand nationwide, with Liverpool as the first location http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/1-Rebel-launches-Reset-a-contrast-therapy-concept/354246 monthly 0.9 2024-10-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH354246_198877_46222.jpg 1 Rebel launches Reset: a contrast therapy recovery concept A 30 second to five-minute cold plunge follows the sauna http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Mediterranean-longevity-principles-inspire-Spanish-health-retreat-debuting-in-January-ZEM-Wellness-Clinic/354281 monthly 0.9 2024-10-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH354281_436948_276697.jpg Mediterranean longevity principles inspire Spanish health retreat debuting in January, ZEM Wellness Clinic The retreat's name, ZEM, replaces the 'n' in 'zen' with 'm' to emphasise the its Mediterranean influence http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Champneys-introduces-Jennifer-Youngs-new-auricular-acupuncture-offering-holistic-alternative-to-Ozempic/354276 monthly 0.9 2024-10-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH354273_349873_863637.jpg Champneys introduces Jennifer Young's new auricular acupuncture treatment offering 'holistic alternative to Ozempic' A form of Traditional Chinese Medicine, ear acupuncture involves the strategic insertion of small needles into the ears to support physical and mental wellbeing http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-businesses-receiving-payments-involving-commercial-cards-might-be-due-compensation/354245 monthly 0.9 2024-10-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH354245_877212_541110.jpg Visa and Mastercard ordered to give compensation for overcharging. Businesses invited to join collective action claim Businesses paid via commercial cards may receive compensation http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Plans-unveiled-to-bring-30m-private-wellness-club-to-400-year-old-private-country-estate-in-Northwest-England/354236 monthly 0.9 2024-10-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH354236_187088_947067.jpg Plans unveiled to bring £30m private wellness club to 400-year-old private country estate in Northwest England An artist's impression of the Gisburne Park Estate Wellness Club – a formal planning application for the plans is due to be submitted in early 2025 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/First-glimpses-revealed-of-3m-sea-view-spa-coming-to-Scotlands-West-Coast/354199 monthly 0.9 2024-10-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH354199_146498_655889.jpg First glimpses revealed of £3m sea view spa coming to Scotland’s West Coast The spa is set to open in the second quarter of 2025 and provide impressive panoramic views of the sea http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Aqua-Sana-spa-embarks-on-new-chapter-reveals-brand-refresh-and-new-leadership-appointments/354189 monthly 0.9 2024-10-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH354189_524637_799062.jpg Aqua Sana spa embarks on new chapter, reveals brand refresh and new leadership appointments Since launching in 1987, the spa brand has grown to include five spas in the UK and one in Ireland http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Reform-RX-gets-equity-funding-to-push-the-boundaries-of-Pilates/354116 monthly 0.9 2024-09-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH354116_766086_272658.jpg Reform RX gets equity funding to push the boundaries of Pilates with tech integrations Reform RX brings technology to Pilates http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Under-A-Tree-welcomes-Verena-Lasvigne-to-the-team/354117 monthly 0.9 2024-09-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH354117_719244_531982.jpg Under A Tree welcomes Verena Lasvigne to the team Lasvigne has spent almost 25 years in the spa, wellness and hospitality industries http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Riverhills-Health-Club-Spa-to-relaunch-in-Suffolk-in-2025-following-fire-damage-Dave-Courteen-Mosaic/354111 monthly 0.9 2024-09-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH354111_733579_975963.jpg Riverhills Health Club and Spa to get major upgrade following catastrophic fire The overhual is part of Mosaic's broader vision to elevate Riverhills into one of Suffolk's leading luxury wellness destinations http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Fitness-First-grows-its-holistic-health-offering-with-Get-A-Drip-partnership-Justin-Musgrove/354034 monthly 0.9 2024-09-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH354034_724931_685156.jpg Fitness First launches an IV drip service Fitness First is piloting IV nutrient drips http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Futuristic-zero-gravity-bathing-experience-debuting-at-London-spa-will-allow-guests-to-float-in-music/354035 monthly 0.9 2024-09-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH354035_206322_961743.jpg Futuristic zero-gravity bathing experience debuting at London spa will allow guests to ‘float in music’ Wellness technology company Wavess helped create the multisensory pool, which aims to help guests achieve 'ultimate physical and mental relaxation' http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/GWI-UK-wellness-economy-soars-to-new-heights-ranking-fifth-largest-globally-following-224bn-valuation/354002 monthly 0.9 2024-09-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH354002_165031_423100.jpg GWI: UK wellness economy soars to new heights – ranking fifth largest globally following $224bn valuation The GWI has designated the UK wellness economy as the fifth largest globally http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Research-shows-society-needs-to-update-its-perception-of-older-people/353948 monthly 0.9 2024-08-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH353948_553258_150412.jpg Research shows society needs to update its perception of older people Traditional stereotypes of retirees are outdated http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/WYLD-Sauna-to-launch-UKs-first-public-floating-sauna-in-Liverpool-with-plans-for-nationwide-expansion/353987 monthly 0.9 2024-09-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH353987_517722_101565.jpg WYLD Sauna to launch UK's first public floating sauna in Liverpool, with plans for nationwide expansion The floating WYLD Sauna is being realised with the help of Peel Waters, a specialist in waterside regeneration http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Third-Space-prepares-to-unveil-Clapham-Junction-site-Alrington-and-Hobbs-listed-building-KSL-Partners/353934 monthly 0.9 2024-08-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH353934_948855_359154.jpg Third Space creates new luxury club in historic London landmark The gym is flooded with natural light http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Norfolk-hoteliers-invest-25m-into-creating-spa-and-wellness-retreat/353953 monthly 0.9 2024-09-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH353953_360119_98943.jpg Norfolk hoteliers invest £2.5m into creating spa and wellness retreat Ffolkespa is due to welcome its first guests between Q2 and Q3 in 2025 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/McCulloch-and-Lore-complete-MBO-of-Your-Personal-Training/353902 monthly 0.9 2024-08-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH353902_760968_586467.jpg McCulloch and Lorey complete MBO of Your Personal Training Aaron McCulloch and James Lorey have completed an MBO http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/British-beauty-industry-grew-11-per-cent-in-2023-contributing-272bn-to-GDP-despite-economic-pressures/353903 monthly 0.9 2024-08-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH353903_624036_723636.jpg British beauty industry grew 11 per cent in 2023, contributing £27.2bn to GDP despite economic pressures The growth puts the personal care industry ahead of publishing, chemical manufacturing and the creative arts and entertainment industries http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Padel-courts-launch-in-country-hotel-and-iconic-London-spot-Champneys-Mottram-Hall/353708 monthly 0.9 2024-08-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH353708_418049_498420.jpg Champneys Mottram Hall partners with The Padel Group on new development, The Hook Club Mottram Hall has launched a padel venue http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/LeisureDBs-deep-dive-on-the-swimming-sector-shows-high-demand-and-innovation-to-tackle-challenges-David-Mindon-Kate-Cracknell/353674 monthly 0.9 2024-07-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH353674_149621_124259.jpg LeisureDB’s deep dive into the swimming sector finds high demand The industry must change its focus to promoting swimming for health http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/James-Balfour-talks-about-expansion-plans-weight-loss-drugs-and-climbing-mountains-in-this-months-HCM/353649 monthly 0.9 2024-07-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ James Balfour talks about expansion, weight loss drugs and climbing Everest in this month’s HCM 1Rebel co-founder, James Balfour http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Independent-gym-operator-MK-Health-Hub-launches-reformer-Pilates-inspired-concept-Matt-Kendrick/353623 monthly 0.9 2024-07-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH353623_243939_724400.png Matt Kendrick launches Pilates-inspired concept, MK Reformed, with plans to franchise MK Reformed is a new offering from indy club operator MK Health Hub http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/The-Well-appoints-Ariella-Willoughby-as-VP-of-operations-to-drive-global-growth/353596 monthly 0.9 2024-07-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH353596_501774_571715.jpg The Well appoints Ariella Willoughby as VP of operations to drive global growth Willoughby has worked closely with company founders, executives and teams to build and scale start-up operations within the hospitality, fitness, healthcare and wellness sectors http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Mental-Health-Swims-extending-its-open-water-concept-into-indoor-pools/353595 monthly 0.9 2024-07-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH353595_479361_80004.jpg Mental Health Swims extends its open water concept to indoor pools Lottery funding is allowing Mental Health Swims to launch a free pool-based programme http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Light-Centre-secures-16-million-to-launch-10-new-wellbeing-centres-across-London/353589 monthly 0.9 2024-07-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH353589_565288_913933.jpg Light Centre secures £1.6 million to launch 10 new wellbeing centres across London Light Centres offer yoga, Pilates and reformer classes, physiotherapy, acupuncture, colonic hydrotherapy and more http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Nuffield-Health-mobilising-11-to-16-year-old-girls-with-free-classes/353580 monthly 0.9 2024-07-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH353580_565451_903050.jpg Nuffield Health mobilising 11- to 16-year-old girls with free classes Nuffield Health is engaging young girls with fun, free classes http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/United-Fitness-Brands-confirms-a-move-into-franchising/353569 monthly 0.9 2024-07-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH353569_93861_49769.jpg United Fitness Brands tells HCM it's moving into franchising United Fitness Brands will be franchising Triyoga http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Strong-half-year-results-show-The-Gym-Groups-new-strategy-is-working/353567 monthly 0.9 2024-07-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH353567_766150_374091.jpg Gym Group is on track with strong half-year results following Will Orr’s strategy reboot The Gym Group CEO, Will Orr, is speaking at the HCM Summit http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Woodland-Spa-to-double-footprint-with-16m-revamp-set-to-complete-in-August/353551 monthly 0.9 2024-07-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH353551_676821_81964.jpg Woodland Spa to double footprint with £16m revamp, set to complete in August Despite expanding the space, the Woodland Spa team emphasises that they aim to maintain the luxury of space and will not double the number of guests http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Therme-creating-natural-healing-urban-oasis-in-South-Korea-eyes-further-locations-in-Asia-and-US/353546 monthly 0.9 2024-07-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH353546_671128_783530.jpg Therme creating ‘natural-healing urban oasis’ in South Korea, eyes further locations in Asia and US Incorporating lush botanical gardens inside is a key design element at Therme http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Third-Space-launches-its-third-club-of-2024-Colin-Waggett-HCM-Summit-KSL-investment/353526 monthly 0.9 2024-07-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH353526_103474_344983.jpg Third Space is on a roll with the second of three 2024 club launches The entrance uses industrial-inspired materials http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Good-Spa-Guide-crowns-UKs-best-spas-of-2024/353480 monthly 0.9 2024-06-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH353480_461717_761763.jpg Good Spa Guide crowns UK’s best spas of 2024 Yorkshire Spa Retreat (pictured) scooped the award for Best Boutique Spa http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Heartcore-ordered-to-pay-damages-in-Coreformer-collapse-case/353390 monthly 0.9 2024-06-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH353390_523714_365690.jpg Heartcore ordered to pay damages in Coreformer collapse case, with lessons for the sector The case holds lessons for the wider health club sector http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Good-Spa-Guide-report-reveals-diverse-spa-preferences-and-spending-habits-across-age-groups/353471 monthly 0.9 2024-06-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH353471_680440_832737.jpg Good Spa Guide report reveals diverse spa preferences and spending habits across age groups Most teen respondents were motivated to visit spas primarily for emotional benefits rather than to enhance their physical appearance http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Luxury-20-treatment-room-spa-launches-in-Turkiye-at-Maxx-Royal-Bodrum-Resort/353461 monthly 0.9 2024-06-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH353461_470440_838454.jpg Luxury 20-treatment-room spa launches in Türkiye at Maxx Royal Bodrum Resort The new spa has opened in Bodrum, a glamorous destination on the country's West Coast dubbed the 'St Tropez of Türkiye' http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Victoria-Brownlie-recognised-with-MBE-for-services-to-beauty-and-personal-care-industry/353457 monthly 0.9 2024-06-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH353457_343512_107310.jpg Victoria Brownlie recognised with MBE for services to beauty and personal care industry One of Brownlie's key achievements includes securing increased 'restart grants' for beauty and personal care businesses post-lockdown http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Excurio-and-The-Museum-National-dHistoire-Naturelle-create-evolutionary-roaming-VR-experience/353416 monthly 0.9 2024-06-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Excurio and The Muséum National d'Histoire Naturelle create evolutionary VR experience The attraction uses free-roaming VR http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Bridgerton-Season-three-most-Instagrammed-locations/353414 monthly 0.9 2024-06-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Bridgerton Season three – most Instagrammed locations Bath features in most episodes of Bridgerton http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Total-Fitness-to-launch-purpose-built-Womens-Gym-in-late-summer/353401 monthly 0.9 2024-06-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH353401_651305_938584.jpg Total Fitness to launch purpose-built Women’s Gym Staff at Women's Gym have been trained in female health http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/WIT-Fitness-set-for-relaunch-as-co-founders-buy-back-majority-stake/353366 monthly 0.9 2024-06-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH353366_941851_205285.jpg WIT Fitness set for relaunch as co-founders buy back majority stake WIT Fitness is set for a relaunch http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/State-of-the-UK-Fitness-Industry-Report-2024-reveals-all-time-highs/353359 monthly 0.9 2024-06-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH353359_361249_492782.jpg UK health club market hits record highs GLL is the UK's largest public sector operator http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Laszlo-Puczko-joins-Ensana-as-senior-health-spa-advisor/353357 monthly 0.9 2024-06-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH353357_22353_400091.jpg László Puczkó joins Ensana as senior health spa advisor Puczkó is CEO of HTWWLife, an intelligence and advisory group which looks at leisure, lifestyle and travel from a wellbeing perspective http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Welsh-coastal-hotel-The-Quay-unveils-new-look-spa-after-1m-make-over/353338 monthly 0.9 2024-06-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH353338_788904_136813.jpg Welsh coastal hotel The Quay unveils new-look spa after £1m makeover The spa is illuminated with gentle, blue-toned lighting to reflect the spa's waterside location http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Fitness-First-re-energises-group-fitness-with-limited-edition-Les-Mills-programmes/353330 monthly 0.9 2024-05-31T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH353330_733412_874705.jpg Fitness First ramps up Les Mills partnership Fitness First has elevated its relationship with Les Mills http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Mandarin-Orientals-new-London-hotel-and-urban-spa-retreat-opening-3-June/353312 monthly 0.9 2024-05-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH353312_250269_555179.jpg Mandarin Oriental’s new London hotel and urban spa retreat opening 3 June The new hotel will mark Mandarin Oriental’s second site in London, with a third property due to open in 2028 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/JD-Gyms-acquires-Simply-Gym-Alun-Peacock/353286 monthly 0.9 2024-05-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ JD Gyms acquires Simply Gym as it targets 100 locations JD Gyms is growing by acquisition http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/The-Well-HQ-gets-venture-capitalist-backing-to-make-further-inroads-into-US-trillion-womens-health-market/353284 monthly 0.9 2024-05-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Baz Moffat gets 'sweat equity' backing from Priya Oberoi to drive the growth of The Well HQ The Well HQ gets support from a women's only VC fund http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Merlin-unveils-Hyperia-at-Thorpe-Park/353291 monthly 0.9 2024-05-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH353291_520886_805831.jpg Merlin unveils record-breaking Hyperia coaster at Thorpe Park With Hyperia, Merlin Entertainments has invested in the tallest, fastest coaster in the UK http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Mar-Hall-unveils-refreshed-spa-facilities-on-banks-of-Scotlands-River-Clyde/353283 monthly 0.9 2024-05-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH353283_656066_272872.jpg Mar Hall unveils refreshed spa facilities on banks of Scotland’s River Clyde The new pool hall is bathed in natural light and characterised by a sleek understated design http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Elemis-first-standalone-store-to-open-in-Londons-Covent-Garden/353100 monthly 0.9 2024-04-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH353100_459229_64492.jpg First standalone Elemis store to open in London’s Covent Garden The store will offer a range of Elemis' skincare and wellbeing products http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Disneyland-Paris-renames-theme-park-Disney-Adventure-World/353164 monthly 0.9 2024-05-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Disneyland Paris renames theme park as part of $2 billion transformation Walt Disney Studios Park is being transformed http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UKs-Royal-attractions-had-a-bumper-year-in-2023/353127 monthly 0.9 2024-04-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH353127_286962_877488.jpg UK's Royal attractions had a bumper year in 2023 The Natural History Museum in London had its best year ever for visitor numbers in 2023 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Turnover-and-profits-at-The-Bannatyne-Group-increased-last-year-Duncan-Bannatyne/353122 monthly 0.9 2024-04-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH353122_495626_270757.jpg Bannatyne has bounced back from the pandemic Former Dragon, Duncan Bannatyne, has left the pandemic behind http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Four-Seasons-Sacred-River-Spa-in-Bali-relaunching-in-Q3-following-extensive-renovation/353082 monthly 0.9 2024-04-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH353082_389539_683176.jpg Four Seasons’ Sacred River Spa in Bali relaunching in Q3 following extensive renovation The new-look Sacred River Spa will also debut a new collaboration with Synthesis Organics http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Galgorm-Resort-gears-up-to-host-UK-Aufguss-Championships-next-week/353058 monthly 0.9 2024-04-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH353058_874939_887813.jpg Galgorm Resort gears up to host UK Aufguss Championships next week Pictured: aufguss veteran Lay Pang Ong http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Planet-Fitness-locker-room-debacle-reveals-the-need-for-compassionate-global-industry-guidelines/353014 monthly 0.9 2024-04-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH352664_173731_998143.jpg Planet Fitness trans debacle shows need for global industry guidelines Planet Fitness backtracked on a 50 per cent increase in its basic membership rate from US$10 to US$15 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Global-summit-will-bring-together-industry-leaders-in-health-fitness-and-wellness-HCM-Summit-2024-24-October-2024-Queen-Elizabeth-II-Conference-Centre-London/352985 monthly 0.9 2024-04-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH352985_588116_441437.jpg Global summit will bring together industry leaders in health, fitness and wellness HCM Summit will be held at Queen Elizabeth II Centre, London http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Total-Fitness-turns-a-profit-as-it-beats-pre-COVID-membership/352941 monthly 0.9 2024-03-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH352941_127385_45219.jpg Total Fitness turns a profit as it beats pre-COVID membership The Women's Gym has been a trailblazing move from Total Fitness http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Will-Orr-presents-new-strategy-for-The-Gym-Group/352893 monthly 0.9 2024-03-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH352893_896352_135468.jpg Will Orr presents new strategy for The Gym Group Will Orr will focus on increasing The Gym Group's ROIC / http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Can-Nuffield-Health-and-DLL-continue-to-justify-their-high-price-points-or-will-they-lose-out-to-cheaper-operators-Kantar-shares-its-customer-insights/352890 monthly 0.9 2024-03-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH352890_196564_793246.jpg Pure Gym most recognised brand in sample of health club operators PureGym enjoys high brand recognition among consumers http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Everyday-Heritage-Grants-Celebrating-Working-Class-Histories/352807 monthly 0.9 2024-03-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ The Everyday Heritage initiative celebrates and preserves working class histories The Lost City of Cardboard – a Homelessness Heritage Project http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Second-edition-of-UK-Aufguss-Championships-set-to-heat-up-Galgorm-Resort/352774 monthly 0.9 2024-03-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH352774_69441_875419.jpg Second edition of UK Aufguss Championships set to heat up Galgorm Resort Galgorm's sauna master Pavel Poliacek (pictured) was crowned the UK Aufguss champion in 2023 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/bbspa_Group-announces-UK-branch-helmed-by-Kirsty-MacCormick/352735 monthly 0.9 2024-02-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH352735_89850_339789.jpg bbspa_Group announces launch of UK branch, helmed by Kirsty MacCormick L to R: Magali Marco, Régis Boudon-Doris, Jade Brault, Christophe Alasseur, Anne-Marie Roche, Margaux Lassis, Kirsty MacCormick and Ghislain Waeyeart http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/The-magnificently-named-Kai-Troll-is-the-new-CEO-of-EuropeActive/352697 monthly 0.9 2024-02-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ The magnificently-named Kai Troll is the new CEO of EuropeActive Troll takes up the CEO post at EuropeActive in April http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Luxury-hotel-market-immune-to-cost-of-living-cutbacks-reports-RSM/352685 monthly 0.9 2024-02-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH352685_156614_827491.jpg Luxury hotel market immune to cost of living cutbacks, reports RSM Consumer demand remains strong for luxury hotels and their premium amenities – including spas and gyms – despite the cost of living crisis http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Lunar-Health-Clubs-gears-up-for-spring-launch-in-Buckinghamshire/352673 monthly 0.9 2024-02-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH352673_88889_77234.jpg New brand, Lunar Health Clubs, is aiming to deliver the UK's most prestigious wellness sanctuary Red light therapy will be on offer at Lunar Health Club http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Vitality-Research-Institutes-new-report-takes-a-deep-dive-into-the-healthspan-gap/352667 monthly 0.9 2024-02-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH352667_584276_670316.jpg 16% of a woman's life will be spent in poor health, due to growing healthspan gap, says Vitality Research Institute The average woman will spend her end years in avoidable ill health caused by lifestyle choices made when younger http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Maybourne-Hotel-Group-planning-luxury-Knightsbridge-wellness-haven-Surrenne/352653 monthly 0.9 2024-02-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH352653_599379_278312.jpg Maybourne Hotel Group planning luxury Knightsbridge wellness haven, Surrenne Surrenne membership will be available for £10,000 a year per person, or £14,000 per couple residing in the same household http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Doing-nothing-is-the-latest-offering-from-David-Lloyd-Clubs-Niksen-Dutch-practice-rest-and-recovery/352604 monthly 0.9 2024-02-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH352604_848596_315673.jpg Niksen – the Dutch practice of 'switching off' is the latest class offering from David Lloyd David Lloyd Clubs is teaching members to just be http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Raby-Castle-reveals-ambitious-plans-to-become-a-major-visitor-destination/352620 monthly 0.9 2024-02-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Raby Castle reveals ambitious plans to become a major visitor destination Raby is one of the best preserved Medieval castles in England http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Frasers-Group-owner-of-Everlast-Gyms-buys-WIT-Fitness-out-of-administration-Plans-to-retain-the-name/352616 monthly 0.9 2024-02-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH352616_144138_196732.jpg Frasers Group, owner of Everlast Gyms, buys WIT Fitness out of administration. Plans to retain the name WIT Fitness runs a boutique in London http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Dormy-House-spa-refreshed-with-new-programming-and-nature-inspired-thermal-suite/352598 monthly 0.9 2024-02-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH352598_446472_194083.jpg Dormy House spa refreshed with new programming and nature-inspired thermal suite The spa menu - already partnered with Temple Spa – has been updated with three new treatments provided by Proverb Skin http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/David-Lloyd-Clubs-gets-go-ahead-for-Ireland-health-and-racquets-club-Glenn-Earlam- Russell-Barnes/352597 monthly 0.9 2024-02-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ David Lloyd ramps up growth with new investment David Lloyd is opening its second location in Ireland http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Minor-Hotels-to-bolster-Anantara-portfolio-in-Oman-with-beachfront-retreat-and-spa/352581 monthly 0.9 2024-02-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH352581_112233_150314.jpg Minor Hotels to bolster Anantara portfolio in Oman with beachfront retreat and spa Framed by Oman's rugged landscape, the beachfront resort is set to open in 2026 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Tate-Modern-and-Frame-collaborate-on-a-mind-body-experience/352529 monthly 0.9 2024-01-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH352529_710875_451643.jpg Tate Modern and Frame collaborate on a mind/body experience The Tate Modern: an iconic spot for yoga http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Richard-North-has-been-appointed-CEO-at-United-Fitness-Brands/352471 monthly 0.9 2024-01-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Franchise specialist Richard North appointed CEO at United Fitness Brands Richard North has joined United Fitness Brands as CEO http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/City-reacts-well-to-The-Gym-Groups-full-year-trading-statement-Will-Orr-Barclays-Investec-Hyrox/352434 monthly 0.9 2024-01-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH352434_237913_168427.jpg The Gym Group reveals positive full-year results and plans to roll out Hyrox The Gym Group says it is well positioned for the year ahead http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Murrayshall-Country-Estate-awarded-planning-permission-for-multi-million-pound-spa-and-leisure-centre/352408 monthly 0.9 2024-01-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH352408_469871_401997.jpg Murrayshall Country Estate awarded planning permission for multi-million-pound spa and leisure centre The proposed spa and leisure facility will be surrounded by nature and feature indoor and outdoor wellness experiences to connect guests with their surroundings http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Little-Houses-Group-Charlie-Gardiner-Jesses-House-Jaegos-House-family-lifestyle-club-health-club-working-out-group-exercise/352322 monthly 0.9 2023-12-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2023/HIGH352322_612928_548242.jpg Jesse's House will offer innovative wellness workspace meets workout model Myrtha Pools and Barr + Wray have designed the pools at Jesse House http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-Active-puts-energy-into-the-sustainability-issue-consults-on-collective-energy-procurement/352255 monthly 0.9 2023-12-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ UK Active launches consultation on collective energy procurement The new initiative would see energy costs and carbon output reduced as buildings become more sustainable http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Justin-Wiggan-developing-new-massage-experience-powered-by-plant-and-rock-energy/352341 monthly 0.9 2023-12-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2023/HIGH352341_514026_908873.jpg Justin Wiggan developing new massage experience powered by plant and rock energy Wiggan says there is a two-way conversation between plants and humans as plants' readings change in accordance with the energy levels of the person near it http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Destination-spas-fund-study-examining-experiences-of-2600-health-retreat-guests/352332 monthly 0.9 2023-12-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2023/HIGH352332_348709_342817.jpg Destination spas fund study examining experiences of 2,600 health retreat guests Relaxation is still the main reason people seek out spa retreats http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Horizon-Leisure-Wellness-Hub-HCM-magazine-Surgery-Pod-Mike-Lyons-NHS-Medical-WHO-hypertension-collaboration/352315 monthly 0.9 2023-12-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2023/HIGH352315_455018_28547.jpg Wellbeing Hub ramps up health services – launches blood pressure checks The initiative brings together exercise, health and prevention http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Studio-Fix-to-join-Londons-boutique-line-up-wheelchair-accessible-lagree-megaformer/352324 monthly 0.9 2023-12-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2023/HIGH352324_556002_723422.png Studio Fix gears up to launch wheelchair-accessible boutique with Lagree classes Studio Fix opens in west London early 2024 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Health-Foundation-establishes-Independent-Commission-for-Healthier-Working-Lives/352252 monthly 0.9 2023-12-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2023/HIGH352252_662710_833365.jpg Workplace wellness – Health Foundation addresses growing crisis with creation of independent commission The need for effective workplace wellness programmes is being driven by the economic impact of an ailing workforce http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Jason-Worthy-joins-Stronger-Wellness-as-strategic-advisor/352241 monthly 0.9 2023-12-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2023/HIGH352241_794833_999335.jpg Jason Worthy joins Stronger Wellness as strategic advisor Steve Shaw and Elena Lapetre with Jay Worthy http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/John-Lewis-moves-into-preventative-health-with-Every-Athlete-programme-Randox-Health-lifestyle-testing-genetic/352210 monthly 0.9 2023-11-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2023/HIGH352210_779986_354617.jpg UK Retailer, John Lewis, moves into preventative health and exercise prescription with 'Every Athlete' programme John Lewis is getting into exercise prescription http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Tourism-think-tank-explores-gender-equity-and-male-allyship/352199 monthly 0.9 2023-11-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2023/HIGH352199_327359_807455.jpg Tourism think tank explores gender equity and male allyship Solo female travellers are the fastest growing tourism segment http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Good-Spa-Guide-Awards-announces-Britains-top-regional-spas-of-2023/352191 monthly 0.9 2023-11-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2023/HIGH352191_113793_259479.jpg Good Spa Guide Awards announces Britain’s top regional spas of 2023 The Spa at Breedon Priory http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Scotland-named-2024-Global-Wellness-Summit-host-destination/352122 monthly 0.9 2023-11-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2023/HIGH352122_540300_909280.jpg Scotland named 2024 Global Wellness Summit host destination Nancy Davis (L) and Susie Ellis (R) announcing the host location for the 2024 GWS http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Stollmeyer-joins-the-board-of-Yoga-Experience-Africa/352112 monthly 0.9 2023-11-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2023/HIGH352112_561868_332728.jpg Stollmeyer joins the board of Yoga Experience Africa Judith Nduati pitches to judges in the Sharktank of Wellness at the Global Wellness Summit on 8 November 2023 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Armah-Sports-reveals-plans-for-IPO-the-second-in-five-years-for-CEO-Fahad-Alhagbani/352034 monthly 0.9 2023-10-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2023/HIGH352034_623624_401574.jpg Armah Sports reveals plans for IPO – the second in five years for CEO, Fahad Alhagbani Optimo is the luxury brand from Armah Sports http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Conscious-wellbeing-inspires-Knightsbridges-newest-urban-retreat-The-Hvn/351987 monthly 0.9 2023-10-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2023/HIGH351987_230419_523401.jpg Conscious wellbeing inspires Knightsbridge’s newest urban retreat, The Hvn The Hvn's raison d'etre is to help guests improve how they feel both inside and outside http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Birthplace-of-Scottish-tourism-Trossachs-Pier-to-get-iconic-viewing-tower/351944 monthly 0.9 2023-10-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2023/HIGH351944_67219_579253.jpg 'Birthplace of Scottish tourism', Trossachs Pier, to get iconic viewing tower The £350,000 project will include a three-storey scenic tower and lookouts with walkways http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Ursula-Levine-and-Jorg-Hummen-join-Chenot-as-new-medical-directors/351937 monthly 0.9 2023-10-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2023/HIGH351937_836590_861841.jpg Ursula Levine and Jörg Hummen join Chenot as new medical directors Chenot Palace Weggis is home to a 5,000sq m medical spa with a state-of-the-art diagnostic centre http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Third-Space-agrees-structured-finance-deal-for-885m-to-optimise-growth/351917 monthly 0.9 2023-10-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2023/HIGH351917_162207_126079.jpg Third Space agrees £88.5m structured finance deal to optimise growth Third Space is borrowing to fund growth, having previously raised through equity investment http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-initiative-will-build-a-nation-that-loves-to-move/351908 monthly 0.9 2023-09-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2023/HIGH351908_351013_676090.jpg Physical literacy initiative will ‘build a nation that loves to move’ Physical literacy can be developed at all life stages to deepen engagement with exercise http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Champneys-announces-death-of-owner-Dorothy-Purdew/351796 monthly 0.9 2023-09-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2023/HIGH351796_121097_858992.jpg Champneys announces death of owner Dorothy Purdew Dorothy Purdew was revered as one of the UK's most successful businesswomen http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Aqua-Sana-Elveden-Forest-receives-extensive-forest-inspired-makeover/351792 monthly 0.9 2023-09-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2023/HIGH351792_635454_800390.jpg Aqua Sana Elveden Forest receives extensive forest-inspired makeover Elveden Forest will be the fourth Aqua Sana spa to be updated with the forest-inspired spa and wellness concept http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/KSL-snaps-up-Hersha-Hospitality-Trust/351747 monthly 0.9 2023-08-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2023/HIGH351747_463827_415408.jpg KSL snaps up Hersha Hospitality Trust Cadillac Hotel and Beach Club in Miami is among the properties acquired by KSL http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/September-reopening-for-Britians-oldest-lido-following-19m-transformation/351734 monthly 0.9 2023-08-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2023/HIGH351734_291062_899816.jpg September reopening for Britain's oldest lido following £9m transformation The lido is located in Bath – one of the UK's most famous spa destinations thanks to its natural hot springs http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Peloton-relaunches-its-corporate-offering-Puts-Greg-Hybl-in-charge-of-Peloton-for-Business/351699 monthly 0.9 2023-08-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2023/HIGH351699_278545_507239.jpg Peloton relaunches its corporate offering as Peloton for Business – reveals year end financials Peloton's commercial bikes are already being used across thousands of Hilton Hotels http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/1-Hotel-Mayfair-launches-with-Bamford-Wellness-Spa-and-biophilic-design/351690 monthly 0.9 2023-08-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2023/HIGH351690_778201_958165.jpg 1 Hotel Mayfair launches with Bamford Wellness Spa and biophilic design 1 Hotel Mayfair is home to London's third Bamford Wellness Spa location http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-Active-to-crank-up-cross-sector-collaborations-as-part-of-Vision-2030-work/351609 monthly 0.9 2023-07-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2023/HIGH351609_38675_963072.jpg UK Active to crank up cross-sector collaborations as part of Vision 2030 work Among the priorities for the year ahead is to continue to promote the importance of physical activity at Westminster http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Consumers-find-skincare-industry-saturated-with-misinformation-reveals-new-Simple-report/351636 monthly 0.9 2023-08-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2023/HIGH351636_260006_687108.jpg Consumers find skincare industry saturated with misinformation, reveals new Simple report Eighty per cent of respondents felt the skincare industry is 'rife with misinformation' http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Man-dies-after-electrocution-from-treadmill-in-Delhi/351579 monthly 0.9 2023-07-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2023/HIGH351579_99570_266674.jpg Gym owner arrested after man dies following electrocution from treadmill Gym owners have been advised to check their electrical wiring following the tragedy http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Guerlains-first-London-spa-opening-this-September-at-Raffles-London-at-The-OWO/351576 monthly 0.9 2023-07-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2023/HIGH351576_249046_394073.jpg Guerlain’s first London spa opening this September at Raffles London at The OWO The hotel will mark Raffles' debut property in the UK http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/The-Farm-announces-10-year-global-rollout-plan/351571 monthly 0.9 2023-07-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2023/HIGH351571_447060_138588.jpg The Farm announces 10-year global rollout plan Detox and weight management are The Farm's most popular packages 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2023-07-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2023/HIGH351537_696551_369466.jpg Male spa visits on the rise in UK, reports Spabreaks The industry has historically struggled to attract men to spas due to stigma however Spabreaks' recent findings suggest the tide could be turning http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Horizon-Leisure-acquires-Sports-Direct-gym-and-reopens-it-as-a-wellbeing-facility/351528 monthly 0.9 2023-07-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2023/HIGH351528_201436_435159.jpg Horizon Leisure acquires Sports Direct gym and reopens it as a wellbeing facility Horizon Leisure has invested £1m in redeveloping the facility http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Good-Spa-Guide-survey-investigates-spa-goers-changing-attitudes-and-behaviour/351507 monthly 0.9 2023-07-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2023/HIGH351507_491691_245647.jpg Good Spa Guide survey investigates spa-goers' changing attitudes and behaviour Eighty per cent of survey respondents said a couple’s treatment room wasn’t a priority for them when booking a spa http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Therme-Manchesters-new-design-submitted-for-approval/351494 monthly 0.9 2023-07-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2023/HIGH351494_442144_516063.jpg Therme Manchester’s new design submitted for approval A rendering of the proposed new design for the upcoming £250m (US$317.8m, €291.4m) Therme Manchester http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Best-British-spas-crowned-as-Good-Spa-Guide-reveals-2023-awards-winners/351489 monthly 0.9 2023-07-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2023/HIGH351489_660847_922086.jpg Best British spas crowned as Good Spa Guide reveals 2023 awards winners Lodore Falls in the North of England's picturesque Lake District won the Best Spa Garden award http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Charlotte-Church-creates-countryside-retreat-with-pay-what-you-can-afford-experiences/351432 monthly 0.9 2023-06-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2023/HIGH351432_953057_330532.jpg Music star Charlotte Church creates wellness retreat in former home of Laura Ashley The Dreaming has been designed as a nature-focused retreat http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Elemis-announces-the-death-of-its-founding-formulator-Jan-Kusmirek/351434 monthly 0.9 2023-06-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Elemis announces the death of its founding formulator, Jan Kusmirek Jan Kuśmirek championed the power of nature http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Clinique-La-Prairie-launches-in-Londons-iconic-Harrods-store/351418 monthly 0.9 2023-06-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2023/HIGH351418_601164_455390.jpg Clinique La Prairie launches in London’s iconic Harrods store Harrods is hosting CLP Holistic Longevity Appointments and has begun selling the brand's supplement range http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/GSN-Planet-launches-Sustainable-Spa-Practitioner-Course/351379 monthly 0.9 2023-06-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2023/HIGH351379_154485_890091.jpg GSN Planet launches Sustainable Spa Practitioner Course The new course was developed by Charné le Roux, founder of Greenspa.Africa and GSN Planet board director chairing the Sustainability Committee http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Wellbeing-strategist-Dr-Glenda-Rivoallan-to-keynote-Spa-Life-UK-2023/351347 monthly 0.9 2023-05-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2023/HIGH351347_490741_155806.jpg Wellbeing strategist Dr Glenda Rivoallan to keynote Spa Life UK 2023 Rivoallan is planning a keynote that will help instil and re-ignite delegates' passion and innate desire to create a wider impact in their businesses, communities and beyond http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Expanded-Coronation-Street-experience-set-to-open-in-June/351311 monthly 0.9 2023-05-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2023/HIGH351311_374775_250804.jpg Coronation Street experience gets investment ahead of reopening From 11 June, those visiting the site will have more to explore http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-spa-garden-for-Eden-Hall-Day-Spa-following-4m-investment/351280 monthly 0.9 2023-05-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2023/HIGH351280_415232_885126.jpg New spa garden for Eden Hall Day Spa following £4m investment The new Spa Garden complements Eden Hall's existing 25-treatment-room day spa and indoor wellness facilities http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Spabreakscom-names-Simon-OFlynn-managing-director/351243 monthly 0.9 2023-05-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2023/HIGH351243_104076_744747.jpg Spabreaks.com names Simon O'Flynn managing director O'Flynn plans to continue accelerating the growth of the business, adding new partners and growing the Spabreaks team http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Rudding-Park-hosts-inaugural-UK-Aufguss-Championships/351226 monthly 0.9 2023-05-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2023/HIGH351226_803610_646371.jpg Rudding Park hosts inaugural UK Aufguss Championships L to R: Renato Neto (duty manager Rudding Park Spa), Charlotte Daniel (Alpamare), Jena Robinson (senior spa therapist Rudding Park), Pavel Poliacek (Galgorm) and Nicola Walker (Alpamare) http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Melissa-Jones-joins-Irish-Spa-Association-as-general-manager/351143 monthly 0.9 2023-04-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2023/HIGH351143_206498_128562.jpg Melissa Jones joins Irish Spa Association as general manager A trained therapist, Melissa Jones has spent 15 years in the spa sector http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-Dior-spa-carriage-opens-aboard-Belmonds-luxury-Royal-Scotsman-train/351137 monthly 0.9 2023-04-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2023/HIGH351137_831198_799797.jpg New Dior spa carriage opens aboard Belmond’s luxury Royal Scotsman train Guests can choose between a Dior-branded facial, massage or body treatment http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-Spa-Association-names-Abi-Selby-chair-and-unveils-new-board-members/351133 monthly 0.9 2023-04-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2023/HIGH351133_979820_287151.jpg UK Spa Association names Abi Selby chair and unveils new board members Selby is the founder of Spabreaks.com and has already been working with the UKSA for the past four years http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Heckfield-Places-brand-new-spa-The-Bothy-by-Wildsmith-opens-in-English-countryside/351128 monthly 0.9 2023-04-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2023/HIGH351128_466494_806645.jpg Heckfield Place’s brand new spa The Bothy by Wildsmith opens in English countryside The Waters is a light-filled space for bathing and relaxation, complete with countryside views and 29,434 hand-laid tiles http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Cleveland-Pools-200-year-old-British-lido-being-restored-to-former-glory/351127 monthly 0.9 2023-04-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2023/HIGH351127_437517_615782.jpg Cleveland Pools: 200-year-old British lido being restored to former glory Built in 1915, Cleveland Pools is Britain's oldest lido http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Clinique-La-Prairie-creates-exclusive-longevity-journeys-for-Mandarin-Oriental-Hyde-Park-London /351075 monthly 0.9 2023-03-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2023/HIGH351075_490998_940939.jpg Clinique La Prairie creates exclusive longevity journeys for Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London The Regenerative journeys are underpinned with guidance about preventative nutrition and how CLP's Holistic Health supplements can support a healthy longevity-focused lifestyle http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Hand-Picked-Hotels-unveils-Spa-Therapist-Apprenticeship-academy-partnered-with-Armonia-Training-Academy-and-Diane-Hey/351032 monthly 0.9 2023-03-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2023/HIGH351032_242446_976002.jpg Hand Picked Hotels unveils Spa Therapist Apprenticeship academy partnered with Armonia Training Academy and Diane Hey Eight recruits have already joined the new spa therapist apprenticeship scheme http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Bamford-to-launch-sustainable-and-science-led-luxury-fitness-club/350982 monthly 0.9 2023-03-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2023/HIGH350982_363223_848511.jpg Bamford to launch sustainable and science-led luxury fitness club Outdoor courts and gym at The Club http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-seaside-destination-spa-opening-on-UKs-south-coast-this-April/350900 monthly 0.9 2023-02-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2023/HIGH350900_770734_115959.jpg New seaside destination spa opening on UK’s south coast this April The vision behind the transformation is to create Bournemouth's first destination spa and resort http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/British-Beauty-Council-launches-Future-Talent-Programme-to-encourage-flow-of-new-talent-into-industry/350888 monthly 0.9 2023-02-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2023/HIGH350888_21491_59808.jpg British Beauty Council launches Future Talent Programme to encourage flow of new talent into industry UK secretary of education Gillian Keegan MP attended the launch event hosted at Downing Street 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http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Premier-Inn-MD-Simon-Jones-takes-non-executive-director-role-at-The-Gym-Group/350841 monthly 0.9 2023-02-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2023/HIGH350841_845912_261985.jpg John Treharne makes first move with appointment of Simon Jones as non-exec of The Gym Group Simon Jones – who holds dual roles of MD for Premier Inn and global commercial director at Whitbread – has been made non-executive director at The Gym Group http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/April-opening-for-Heckfield-Places-new-nature-centric-spa-in-heart-of-English-countryside/350849 monthly 0.9 2023-02-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2023/HIGH350849_969471_540394.jpg April opening for Heckfield Place's new nature-centric spa in heart of English countryside Heckield Place was formerly the home of Horace Walpole, the 4th Earl of Orford in the 18th century http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Elemis-achieves-B-Corp-Status/350803 monthly 0.9 2023-01-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2023/HIGH350803_757154_645811.jpg Elemis achieves B Corp Status Elemis is sold in over 103 countries and has joined a community of over 6,000 Certified B Corp companies spread around the world http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Augustinus-Baders-first-bricks-and-mortar-clinic-lands-in-London-partnered-with-Lanserhof/350769 monthly 0.9 2023-01-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2023/HIGH350769_771511_172106.jpg Augustinus Bader’s first bricks-and-mortar clinic lands in London, partnered with Lanserhof Augustinus Bader products are powered by patented stem-cell TFC8 technology which took 30 years to develop http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Blue-health-inspires-plans-for-40m-Seahive-wellness-resort-in-South-East-England/350667 monthly 0.9 2022-12-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH350667_86322_229569.jpg Blue health inspires plans for £40m Seahive wellness resort in South-East England The Seahive will be a carbon-neutral wellness and surf resort http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Somalytics-groundbreaking-REM-tracking-sleep-mask-to-be-revealed-at-CES-2023-University-of-Washington-innovation-hub/350644 monthly 0.9 2022-12-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH350644_779884_806378.jpg Somalytics’ REM-tracking sleep mask to be revealed at CES 2023 The innovative SomaSleep mask uses tiny yet powerful sensors to track REM during sleep – from the comfort of a user's own bed rather than a sleep centre http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Everybody-Health-opens-500k-gym-in-Crewe-to-improve-areas-stark-health-inequalities/350617 monthly 0.9 2022-12-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH350617_919197_171655.jpg Everybody Health opens £500k gym in Crewe to improve area’s stark health inequalities Peter Hoare, 73, is the gym's most regular user, having visited 312 times this year http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Spa-with-style-Waldorf-Astoria-Edinburgh-and-Harvey-Nichols-launch-luxury-spa-and-private-shopping-package/350608 monthly 0.9 2022-12-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH350608_283963_789659.jpg Spa with style: Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh and Harvey Nichols launch luxury spa and private shopping package Harvey Nichols stylists curate a selection of designer pieces based on the guest's preferences http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Rudding-Park-to-host-first-ever-UK-Aufguss-Championship-in-April-2023/350595 monthly 0.9 2022-12-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH350595_760583_410067.jpg Rudding Park to host first-ever UK Aufguss Championship in April 2023 Rudding Park was one of the first spas in the UK to introduce aufguss into its offering http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Topnotch-Health-Clubs-Topnotch-Gyms-Matthew Harris-Affordable Fitness-Steve Bradley-Fitness4Less-Stuart Rosenberg/350578 monthly 0.9 2022-12-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH350578_792467_113094.jpg Topnotch returns to the midmarket with new opening in London Topnotch Gyms launches its new pilot location on 3 January 2023 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-brain-upgrade-app-launches-to-reduce-Alzheimers-risk-Patrick-Holford/350547 monthly 0.9 2022-12-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH350547_178315_542741.jpg Brain upgrade app launches to reduce Alzheimer’s risk Cognition provides a personalised programme that targets eight ‘brain upgrade’ areas http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Ascend-Learning-sells-Active-IQ-to-educational-charity-NCFE/350487 monthly 0.9 2022-11-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH350487_914333_340871.jpg Educational charity NCFE acquires Active IQ from Ascend Learning Jenny Patrickson is CEO of Active IQ http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Eureka-Science-Discovery-centre-prepares-for-November-opening/350306 monthly 0.9 2022-10-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH350306_473704_330244.jpg Eureka! tackles STEM with new Science + Discovery Centre Zones in the centre include "Bodies" http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sarner-to-design-National-Trusts-new-immersive-experience-at-Bath-Assembly-Rooms/350153 monthly 0.9 2022-09-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH350153_452237_694464.jpg National Trust plans immersive experience at Bath Assembly Rooms Designed by John Wood the Younger in 1769, the Assembly Rooms are located in the heart of the World Heritage City of Bath http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Third-Space-opens-new-high-end-club-in-Moorgate/350434 monthly 0.9 2022-11-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH350434_438687_354628.jpg Third Space opens new club in London with membership 40% above projections The new cycle studio at Third Space, Moorgate (rendering) http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Royal-Parks-Half-Marathon-signs-up-London-Marathon-Events-as-new-delivery-partner/350343 monthly 0.9 2022-11-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH350343_55472_332832.jpg London Marathon Events is new delivery partner for Royal Parks Half Marathon The race takes runners through four of London’s eight Royal Parks http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/The-Foundry-and-W10-Personal-Training-join-forces-to-launch-Foundry/350236 monthly 0.9 2022-10-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH350236_618442_935253.jpg The Foundry and W10 Personal Training join forces Independent gym The Foundry and W10 Personal Training have merged to launch Foundry http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Healthy-City-Design-Congress-2022-kicks-off-in-London/350223 monthly 0.9 2022-10-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH350223_65121_834997.jpg Healthy City Design Congress 2022 kicks off in London The conference theme is focused on the question: how can designing for inclusion, diversity and social equity support healthier lives in a thriving urban realm? http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/-VAC-2022-conference-programme-and-25-speakers-announced/350169 monthly 0.9 2022-09-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH350169_906128_984161.jpg VAC 2022 conference programme and 25 speakers announced VAC 2022 is to take place outside London for the first time, at the International Convention Centre, Birmingham http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Research-reveals-the-impact-of-gymtimidation-on-market-growth/350146 monthly 0.9 2022-09-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH350146_637846_213337.png Research reveals the impact of gymtimidation on market growth Researchers found some consumers were put off joining a gym through fear of how they look when exercising http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Claridges-unveils-first-ever-spa-inspired-by-Japanese-temples-and-Zen-gardens/350132 monthly 0.9 2022-09-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH350132_375660_944934.jpg Claridge’s unveils first-ever spa inspired by Japanese temples and Zen gardens Claridge’s unveils first-ever spa inspired by Japanese temples and Zen gardens http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Energy-bills-to-be-halved-by-UK-government-relief-scheme/350113 monthly 0.9 2022-09-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH350113_602726_350136.jpg Energy bills to be halved by UK government relief scheme The relief scheme will help all non-domestic energy customers in England, Scotland and Wales http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Ardencote-Hotel-spends-15m-refreshing-spa-and-wellness-offering/350052 monthly 0.9 2022-09-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH350052_101145_154481.jpg Ardencote Hotel spends £1.5m refreshing spa and wellness offering The refurbishment project was undertaken to establish Ardencote as a leading UK wellness and leisure destination http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Preparations-for-construction-of-250m-Therme-Manchester-project-get-underway/350029 monthly 0.9 2022-09-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH350029_231133_44041.jpg Preparations for construction of £250m Therme Manchester project get underway Construction on Therme Manchester is set to kick off in 2023, with an expected build time of two years http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Marc-Innes-and-Christine-Clinton-schedule-oncology-massage-masterclass/350002 monthly 0.9 2022-08-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH350002_923186_631050.jpg Marc Innes and Christine Clinton schedule oncology massage masterclass The course will teach attendees how to offer a full body treatment to clients living with and beyond cancer http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Wim-Hof-Method-arrives-at-Seaham-Hall-marking-launch-of-new-workshop-series/349989 monthly 0.9 2022-08-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH349989_571657_254675.jpg Wim Hof Method arrives at Seaham Hall, marking launch of new workshop series The Wim Hof Method involves cold exposure, breathing and meditation http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Kate-Moss-enters-wellness-market-with-self-care-brand-Cosmoss/349985 monthly 0.9 2022-08-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH349985_822294_835717.jpg Kate Moss enters wellness market with self-care brand Cosmoss Moss has recently been appointed as Diet Coke's creative director and also runs her own modelling agency called The Kate Moss Agency (founded in 2016) http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/SATCCs-new-therapist-training-to-help-guests-prevent-and-manage-lymphoedema/349980 monthly 0.9 2022-08-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH349980_438995_709019.jpg SATCC’s new therapist training to help guests prevent and manage lymphoedema SATCC envisions that advanced therapists (Level Five CIDESCO/CIBTAC) would undertake this training http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/The-Groves-Sequoia-Spa-transformed-following-£1.6m-nature-centric-revamp /349964 monthly 0.9 2022-08-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH349964_144727_654958.jpg The Grove’s Sequoia Spa transformed following £1.6m nature-centric revamp The updates to the spa were completed following a £1.6m (€1.9m, US$1.9m) refurbishment project that lasted six months http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Comfort-Zone-team-walking-charity-marathon-to-tackle-hygiene-poverty-and-divert-beauty-industry-waste/349954 monthly 0.9 2022-08-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH349954_646112_50678.jpg Comfort Zone team walking charity marathon to tackle hygiene poverty and divert beauty industry waste Team members are currently in training to walk the equivalent distance of a marathon (26 miles) through the UK capital http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Record-breaking-140-countries-to-celebrate-World-Wellness-Weekend-2022/349936 monthly 0.9 2022-08-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH349936_348485_432792.jpg Record-breaking 140 countries to celebrate World Wellness Weekend 2022 Celebrated on five continents, the event has secured the support and participation of 60 organisations and trade bodies http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Voya-releases-Cancer-Wellness-Training-for-spa-therapists/349932 monthly 0.9 2022-08-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH349932_207456_944714.jpg Voya releases Cancer Wellness Training for spa therapists The training programme can be applied to adapt all Voya treatments for guests touched by cancer. This includes facials, scrubs, wraps, massages and seaweed baths http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Stress-busting-sound-wellness-treatments-debut-at-Kimpton-Charlotte-Square-Hotel/349917 monthly 0.9 2022-08-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH349917_413829_503266.jpg Stress-busting sound wellness treatments debut at Kimpton Charlotte Square Hotel The sound wellness compositions feature sounds from nature combined with gongs, singing bowls, violins, the Gaelic harp, bagpipes and vocals http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Ursula-Levine-named-head-of-medical-services-at-Lanserhof-at-The-Arts-Club/349874 monthly 0.9 2022-08-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH349874_686985_43070.jpg Ursula Levine named head of medical services at Lanserhof at The Arts Club Levine’s expertise is founded upon 30 years of clinical experience in Western and Traditional Chinese Medicine http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Caroline-Mahe-Lea-to-succeed-Marian-Harvey-as-Thalgo-Group-UK-general-manager/349846 monthly 0.9 2022-07-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH349846_368134_736577.jpg Caroline Mahe-Lea to succeed Marian Harvey as Thalgo Group UK general manager Mahe-Lea's main objectives are to develop the business and strengthen the brand's presence in the world of marine therapies http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Londons-first-floating-bathing-retreat-receives-planning-permission-opening-2024/349840 monthly 0.9 2022-07-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH349840_314852_958370.jpg London’s first floating bathing retreat receives planning permission, opening 2024 The BMB is inspired by sauna culture, blue health, wild swimming, reconnecting with nature, the power of touch and a spark of idealism http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/After-CVA-Total-Fitness-membership-numbers-back-to-pre-pandemic-figures/349833 monthly 0.9 2022-07-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH349833_665107_73838.jpg Total Fitness reveals latest membership numbers Total Fitness membership levels are back to pre-pandemic levels and 79 per cent of new members surveyed said a swimming pool had the biggest influence on their choice of health club. http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Teresa-OFarrell-named-Dorchester-Collections-global-head-of-wellness-and-spa/349811 monthly 0.9 2022-07-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH349811_618673_550253.jpg Teresa O’Farrell named Dorchester Collection’s global head of wellness and spa Originally trained as a therapist, Teresa O'Farrell has more than 25 years’ experience in spa, beauty and wellness http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/LITC-splits-with-1Life/349795 monthly 0.9 2022-07-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH349795_963115_76695.jpg LITC splits with 1Life LITC's Get Active Stay Active scheme with Central Bedfordshire Council delivered exercise programmes to more than 4,500 older residents http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Report-values-UK-market-of-independent-gyms-that-survived-COVID-19-at-625m-David-Minton-LeisureDB/349790 monthly 0.9 2022-07-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH349790_426344_59327.jpg UK independent gym sector valued at £625m LeisureDB's new report analyses the performance of Independent Survivor Gyms or ISGs, those listed as gyms in both 2019 and 2022 audits http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Coopah-ups-pace-of-running-apps-with-AI-training-plans-and-launches-free-coaching-academy-for-those-in-need/349743 monthly 0.9 2022-07-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH349743_459876_51530.jpg Coopah ups pace of running apps with AI training plans and launches free coaching academy for “those in need” The Coopah team celebrates the success of its first RunStart Academy http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Rehegoos-new-music-service-for-the-health-club-studio-spa-industry-is-licence-free/349701 monthly 0.9 2022-06-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH349701_709140_601337.jpg Rehegoo launches licence-free music streaming with emerging music artists Rehegoo has launched a new music streaming service for gyms, clubs and spas http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Good-Spa-Guide-Awards-name-top-UK-spas-following-record-breaking-voter-turnout/349659 monthly 0.9 2022-06-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH349659_489215_495778.jpg Good Spa Guide Awards name top UK spas following record-breaking voter turnout Rudding Park Spa in North Yorkshire scooped the award for Best Destination Spa http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Industry-leaders-write-to-government-asking-for-help-with-soaring-energy-prices/349613 monthly 0.9 2022-06-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH349613_29337_401209.jpg Industry leaders write to government asking for help with soaring energy prices A UK Active survey says energy costs will increase by up to 150 per cent in 2022 compared with last year http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Chester-Zoo-and-Nothe-Fort-among-Visit-England-Awards-winners/349628 monthly 0.9 2022-06-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH349628_236248_520479.jpg Chester Zoo and Nothe Fort among Visit England Awards winners Chester Zoo picked up the Large Visitor Attraction of the Year award http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Bernard-Donoghue-director-of-the-Association-of-Leading-Visitor-Attractions-awarded-OBE/349629 monthly 0.9 2022-06-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ ALVA's Bernard Donoghue awarded OBE for his extraordinary work supporting the attractions sector During the pandemic, Donoghue's (and ALVA's) work focused on helping the visitor and tourism sector recover http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/George-Gaitanos-is-latest-guest-on-Medical-Wellness-Congress-digital-series/349619 monthly 0.9 2022-06-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH349619_104906_530267.jpg George Gaitanos is latest guest on Medical Wellness Congress digital series Chenot's chief operating and scientific officer, Dr George Gaitanos http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Raffaella-Dallarda-and-Lucy-Brialey-embark-on-sustainable-UK-spa-tour/349606 monthly 0.9 2022-06-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH349606_53132_423858.jpg Raffaella Dallarda and Lucy Brialey embark on sustainable UK spa tour Pictured: Raffaella Dallarda (L) and Lucy Brialey (R) http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Spa-Life-UK-reveals-Dr-Amanda-Foo-Ryland-as-keynote-for-June-conference/349569 monthly 0.9 2022-05-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH349569_686529_787366.jpg Spa Life UK reveals Dr Amanda Foo-Ryland as keynote for June conference Foo-Ryland (pictured) has spent 30 years specialising in life coaching and human development http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Science-Museums-major-exhibition-on-cancer-opens-to-the-public/349564 monthly 0.9 2022-05-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH349564_567601_952356.jpg Science Museum's major exhibition on cancer opens to the public Cancer Revolution was created by the Science Museum Group with support from expert partner Cancer Research UK http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Mandarin-Oriental-to-bolster-London-portfolio-with-new-hotel-and-spa/349533 monthly 0.9 2022-05-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH349533_630178_447460.jpg Mandarin Oriental to bolster London portfolio with new hotel and spa MOHG will crown the new property with an urban spa and wellness sanctuary http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Derbys-highly-anticipated-42m-Moorways-Sports-Village-to-open-on-21-May-Everyone-Active-sport-fitness-BMX-stadium-football-gym-community-cafe-waterpark-flumes/349482 monthly 0.9 2022-05-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH349482_561397_904649.jpg Derby's new Moorways Sports Village unites fitness, sport, wellness and waterplay The new £42 million Moorways Sports Village includes a 50m pool, which has moveable floors and booms that can create three 25m pools of varying depths. http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Wim-Hof-appears-on-Accors-new-Health-to-Wealth-podcast-exploring-culture-of-wellbeing/349487 monthly 0.9 2022-05-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH349487_736345_569155.jpg Wim Hof appears on Accor’s new Health to Wealth podcast exploring culture of wellbeing Wim Hof is the name behind the Netherlands-based Innerfire’s Wim Hof Method, a programme that combines cold therapy and conscious breathing as a means to improve overall physical and mental health http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Kirsty-MacCormick-named-Crerar-Hotels-new-group-spa-manager/349405 monthly 0.9 2022-04-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH349405_367795_932334.jpg Kirsty MacCormick named Crerar Hotels' new group spa manager Kirsty MacCormick will lead Crerar Hotels' spa operations across its seven hotels and inns in Scotland http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-baking-course-teaches-recipe-for-mindfulness/349352 monthly 0.9 2022-04-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH349352_607257_610329.jpg New baking course teaches recipe for mindfulness The methodical process of baking helps people slow down http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Blu-Spas-channels-Louis-XVIs-Versailles-to-create-AWAY-Spa-at-the-W-Philadelphia-/349319 monthly 0.9 2022-04-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH349319_434045_612226.jpg designstudio ltd channels Louis XVI’s Versailles to create AWAY Spa at the W Philadelphia Blu Spas vision was to create a socially-oriented spa experience http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Physical-activity-sports-bras-and-plant-based-food-join-new-inflation-basket/349283 monthly 0.9 2022-03-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH349283_579396_847417.jpg Increased spend on physical activity, sports bras and plant-based food show changing consumer wellness habits Climbing, crop tops and sports bras have been added to the UK's inflationary basket, reflecting social trends http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/GLL-to-manage-Lee-Valleys-sporting-venues/349273 monthly 0.9 2022-03-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH349273_754145_671375.jpg GLL to manage Lee Valley's sporting venues Facilities within the 10,000-acre park include the Lee Valley VeloPark http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Nature-inspired-Holte-Spa-opens-in-Lake-District-following-multi-million-pound-investment/349265 monthly 0.9 2022-03-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH349265_859601_654332.jpg Nature-inspired Holte Spa opens, celebrating woodlands, lakes, wood fires and fresh air The Holte Spa draws inspiration from the outdoors with an emphasis on natural materials, holistic treatments and sustainable practices http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/The-Gym-Group-reveals-profit-forecast-buys-clubs-from-Fitness-First-Richard-Darwin-300-sites-profit-in-2023/349262 monthly 0.9 2022-03-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH349262_378479_31899.jpg The Gym Group reveals profit forecast, buys clubs from Fitness First The Gym Group reveals profit forecast, buys clubs from Fitness First http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Blok-raises-375m-and-gears-up-to-scale-the-business-Ed-Stanbury-Rob-Wirszycz-ACF-Investors/349253 monthly 0.9 2022-03-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH349253_916144_772771.jpg Blok gears up to scale with £3.75m funding round A £3.75m funding injection will enable Blok to scale http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Bannatyne-Group-spending-1m-to-realise-all-encompassing-health-and-wellbeing-facility-in-Leeds/349246 monthly 0.9 2022-03-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH349246_432332_731151.jpg Bannatyne Group spending £1m to realise all-encompassing health and wellbeing facility in Leeds Spa facilities will include 10 treatment rooms as well as a pool, spa bath, sauna and steamroom http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Guerlains-first-London-spa-to-launch-at-Raffles-London-at-the-OWO/349236 monthly 0.9 2022-03-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH349236_926173_532080.jpg Guerlain’s first London spa to launch at Raffles London at the OWO The spa menu has been devised exclusively by Guerlain for Raffles London at the OWO http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-UK-Active-membership-council-revealed-Dave-Courteen-to-chair-and-also-join-the-UK-Active-board/349152 monthly 0.9 2022-02-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH349152_413367_232270.jpg New UK Active membership council revealed – Dave Courteen to chair and also join the UK Active board Industry veteran, Dave Courteen, has joined the UK Active board and will chair the membership council http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Registration-opens-for-SpaFests-September-gathering-on-Cornish-coast/349147 monthly 0.9 2022-02-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH349147_606295_346231.jpg Registration opens for SpaFest’s September gathering on Cornish coast The event is being hosted at Gwel an Mor resort, located on Cornwall's northern coastline http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Historic-spa-hotels-new-retreat-couples-outdoor-adventure-with-thermal-bathing/349143 monthly 0.9 2022-02-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH349143_65849_441169.jpg Historic spa hotel's new retreat couples outdoor adventure with thermal bathing The retreat is designed to help guests get active and explore the Peak District's rugged beauty, while also making the most of the hotel's thermal spa offering for recovery http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Raison-dEtre-integrates-sustainability-into-spa-business-training/349128 monthly 0.9 2022-02-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH349128_566444_430764.jpg Raison d’Etre integrates sustainability into spa business training The Spa Business Education course costs US$2,195 (£1,618, €1,919) each http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Bannatyne-Group-grows-wellness-portfolio-with-first-airport-spa/349108 monthly 0.9 2022-02-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH349108_84266_948816.jpg Bannatyne Group grows wellness portfolio with first airport spa The travel spa is available to passengers, initially by appointment only – airport workers will also be able to access the facility for a corporate rate during off peak periods http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Dorchester-Spa-introduces-IV-drip-facility-and-exclusive-Harley-Street-aesthetics-treatments/349081 monthly 0.9 2022-01-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH349081_225728_633003.jpg Dorchester Spa introduces IV drip facility and exclusive Harley Street aesthetics treatments The concept of IV therapy involves injecting fluids, vitamins, minerals and amino acids directly into the bloodstream, bypassing the digestive system http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Free-mindfulness-subscription-for-English-rail-commuters-returning-to-the-office/349076 monthly 0.9 2022-01-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH349076_861445_405675.jpg Free mindfulness subscription for English rail commuters returning to the office English rail commuters can sign up for a free month-long subscription to The Mindfulness App http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/The-Massage-Companys-new-training-academy-guarantees-its-graduates-a-job/349045 monthly 0.9 2022-01-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH349045_558849_773251.jpg The Massage Company's new training academy guarantees its graduates a job Graduates receive fully-accredited CPD modules in anatomy, physiology and pathology, health and safety, management and business and customer service http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Fairmont-Windsor-Parks-innovative-new-destination-spa-joins-UK-spa-scene/348991 monthly 0.9 2022-01-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH348991_780144_162779.jpg Fairmont Windsor Park’s innovative new destination spa joins UK spa scene The opening represents the Accor-owned Fairmont brand's third luxury UK property http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Millie-Kendall-and-Helena-Grzesk-awarded-honours-for-services-to-the-beauty-and-spa-sectors/348970 monthly 0.9 2022-01-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Millie Kendall and Helena Grzesk awarded honours for services to the beauty and spa sectors Millie Kendall and Helena Grzsek are now OBE and MBE respectively http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Bamford-Wellness-Spa-scoops-Good-Spa-Guides-Best-UK-Spa-award/348856 monthly 0.9 2021-11-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH348856_115865_552619.jpg Bamford Wellness Spa scoops Good Spa Guide’s Best New UK Spa award The Spa Spies praised Bamford Wellness Spa's carefully curated treatments, holistic movement classes, workshops, exceptional staff and imaginative design http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sophie-Lawler-membership-is-changing-and-new-markets-are-emerging/348833 monthly 0.9 2021-11-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH348833_656726_825130.jpg Sophie Lawler reveals Total Fitness is working on a new health club model Lawler said the operator has witnessed a shift in its customer base http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-course-educates-spas-on-how-to-best-serve-transgender-clients/348839 monthly 0.9 2021-11-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH348839_952027_162896.jpg New course educates spas on how to best serve transgender clients The course includes content on how therapists can adjust treatments to help accommodate transgender clients http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Westins-Heavenly-Spa-concept-touches-down-in-UK/348820 monthly 0.9 2021-11-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH348820_424787_88617.jpg Westin’s Heavenly Spa concept touches down in UK The spa is partnered with Germaine de Capuccini, Aromatherapy Associates and Philosophia Botanica to provide a variety of treatments http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/SpaSeekers-wins-contract-to-supply-Tescos-loyalty-scheme-with-spa-deals/348802 monthly 0.9 2021-11-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH348802_323161_176149.jpg SpaSeekers wins contract to supply Tesco’s loyalty scheme with spa deals The new contract means SpaSeekers will be the exclusive provider of spa experiences to Tesco Clubcard holders through its spa partners http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Therme-Group-to-submit-planning-permission-for-100m-wellbeing-facility-in-Glasgow/348788 monthly 0.9 2021-11-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH348788_174915_877767.jpg Therme Group to submit planning permission for £100m wellbeing facility in Glasgow Therme Scotland is expected to be around 320,000sq ft in size and to cost around £100m (€118.2m, US$134.3m) to build http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Global-Wellness-Summit-releases-full-agenda-for-2021-conference-in-Boston/348764 monthly 0.9 2021-11-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH348764_762010_618266.jpg Global Wellness Summit releases full agenda for 2021 conference in Boston The 2021 Global Wellness Summit will mark the event's 15th anniversary and will be hosted in Boston http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Hard-Rock-Hotels-to-bring-signature-music-inspired-Rock-Spa-concept-to-Marbella-in-2022/348762 monthly 0.9 2021-11-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH348762_268666_849419.jpg Hard Rock reveals Rock Spa plans for Marbella Rock Spa treatment rooms are designed using inspiration from recording studios http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Tourism-minister-to-give-keynote-speech-at-Tourism-Conference-grapple-with-rebuilding-British-Tourism-industry-Nigel-Huddlestone/348721 monthly 0.9 2021-11-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH348721_319432_747109.jpg National conference will grapple with the rebuilding of the UK tourism industry Nigel Huddleston will speak at the event, taking place on 15 November http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/COP26-Sustainable-Beauty-Coalition-event-at-climate-summit-to-empower-consumers-to-make-greener-beauty-choices/348706 monthly 0.9 2021-11-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH348706_224289_319632.jpg COP26: Sustainable Beauty Coalition event at climate summit to empower consumers to make greener beauty choices The SBC wants to help consumers feel more confident to make green beauty choices by helping them navigate through the minefield of confusing ingredient jargon and claims http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-Budget-2021-Business-rates-cut-by-half-for-personal-care-sector/348687 monthly 0.9 2021-10-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH348687_933165_215190.jpg UK Budget 2021: Business rates cut by half for England's personal care sector The cut was announced in today's Autumn Budget by chancellor Rishi Sunak (pictured) http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Budget-2021-Business-rates-cut-by-half-for-leisure-and-hospitality/348683 monthly 0.9 2021-10-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH348683_972288_842877.jpg UK Budget 2021: Business rates cut by half for health clubs, leisure and hospitality Sunak said the move will 'make the business rates system fairer' http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/World-Spa-and-Wellness-Convention-2021-kicks-off-in-London/348607 monthly 0.9 2021-10-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH348607_370666_343967.jpg World Spa and Wellness Convention 2021 kicks off in London The event’s annual World Spa and Wellness Awards will be announced live from the conference this evening http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/30m-investment-to-fund-redevelopment-of-4500-UK-tennis-courts/348560 monthly 0.9 2021-10-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH348560_993587_459808.jpg £30m investment to fund redevelopment of 4,500 UK tennis courts The funding will revive more than 4,500 courts across the UK http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Gleneagles-schedules-educational-retreats-hosted-by-leading-naturopath-and-Harley-Street-nutritionist/348558 monthly 0.9 2021-10-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH348558_65157_749556.jpg Gleneagles schedules educational retreats hosted by leading naturopath and Harley Street nutritionist The retreat has been curated to help guests learn how to use nutrition as a tool to progress on their journey towards optimal health http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-Spa-Association-hosting-2021-networking-event-at-Rockliffe-Hall-this-November/348546 monthly 0.9 2021-10-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH348546_273770_319914.jpg UK Spa Association hosting 2021 networking event at Rockliffe Hall this November At 50,000sq feet, the award-winning Spa at Rockliffe Hall encompasses a thermal bathing suite, hydrotherapy experiences, a spa garden and a host of fitness facilities http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-set-for-35-billion-boost-from-leisure-and-hospitality-industry-according-to-Barclays-new-research/348516 monthly 0.9 2021-09-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH348516_782218_976630.jpg Barclays says UK set for £3.5 billion boost from leisure, fitness and spa industries More than nine in ten (91 per cent) of hospitality and leisure operators are now prioritising ‘healthy’ products among their portfolios http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Global-Wellness-Institute-launches-new-initiative-to-bring-healthy-habits-and-wellness-into-the-classroom/348491 monthly 0.9 2021-09-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH348491_29568_647409.jpg Global Wellness Institute launches new initiative to bring healthy habits and wellness into the classroom The GWI believes this is the crucial age to introduce kids to healthy habits, as early childhood development has an extraordinary impact on a person’s social, emotional, physical and mental wellbeing for life http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Temporary-insolvency-measures-in-the-UK-to-end-on-1-October/348450 monthly 0.9 2021-09-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH348450_659102_283381.jpg Temporary insolvency measures in the UK to end on 1 October The measures were designed to protect small businesses hit hard by the pandemic, such as health clubs and fitness studios http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Research-Over-a-third-of-recent-studys-respondents-feel-theres-stigma-attached-to-men-visiting-spas/348439 monthly 0.9 2021-09-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH348439_879278_79198.jpg Research: More than a third of recent study's respondents still see a stigma attached to men visiting spas A quarter of men explained that they’d like to see more male-specific treatments in spas http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/TPOTs-training-conference-will-empower-spa-beauty-and-wellness-professionals-to-accommodate-clients-touched-by-cancer/348410 monthly 0.9 2021-09-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH348410_217122_552587.jpg TPOT’s training conference will empower spa, beauty and wellness professionals to accommodate clients touched by cancer TPOT is planning further conferences for 2022 with topics including Gut Health, Mind and Mood, Women’s Health and Heart Health http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Kirsty-MacCormick-curating-world-class-destination-spa-in-the-UKs-Lake-District/348409 monthly 0.9 2021-09-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH348409_863390_899161.jpg Kirsty MacCormick curating world-class destination spa in the UK’s Lake District Opening in December 2021, the spa is being curated to become a major UK destination spa http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Gleneagles-new-spa-journeys-characterised-by-wild-Scottish-botanicals-science-and-nutrition/348400 monthly 0.9 2021-09-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH348400_723828_409487.jpg Gleneagles’ new spa journeys characterised by wild Scottish botanicals, science and nutrition The spa's upgrades and new journeys have been selected to help cement Gleneagles' position as Scotland's leading wellness destination http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Riverside-spa-in-Ireland-completes-first-phase-of-comprehensive-500000-facility-refresh/348392 monthly 0.9 2021-09-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH348392_749627_735878.jpg Riverside spa in Ireland completes first phase of comprehensive €500,000 facility refresh The refurbishment has extended the spa's existing outdoor area to encompass new bathing and thermal experiences as well as ample relaxation space looking across the River Mayo http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-Chelsea-retirement-residence-to-champion-active-ageing-with-tailormade-wellness-programming-and-24-7-care/348334 monthly 0.9 2021-08-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH348334_786860_692220.jpg New Chelsea retirement residence to champion active ageing with tailor made wellness programming and 24/7 care Auriens mission is to redefine later living by enriching the lives of residents with high-quality services focused on fostering exceptional health and wellbeing http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Nominations-open-for-TPOTs-Shine-Your-Light-awards-celebrating-industry-excellence/348332 monthly 0.9 2021-08-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH348332_60181_567545.jpg Nominations open for TPOT’s Shine Your Light awards celebrating industry excellence The judge's panel from L to R: Helena Field, Beata Aleksandrowicz, Nigel Franklyn, Mark Smith and Michelle Hammond. For 2021, the panel has been expanded to include Sunita Passi http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Good-Spa-Guide-crowns-UKs-best-spas-of-2021/348241 monthly 0.9 2021-08-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH348241_618030_693548.jpg Good Spa Guide crowns UK’s best spas of 2021 The Headland Spa in Cornwall scooped the Good Spa Guide's first-ever award for the Best Coastal Spa http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Mandarin-Oriental-London-launches-14000-in-depth-personal-health-assessment-programming-partnered-with-Harley-Street-clinic/348146 monthly 0.9 2021-07-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH348146_875727_295585.jpg Mandarin Oriental London collaborates with Echelon Health on £14,000 personal health assessment Echelon Health medical assessments are billed to detect up to 92 per cent of diseased before they manifest in men and 95 per cent for women http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Center-Parcs-sets-out-plans-for-sixth-UK-holiday-village-in-southern-England-Crawley-Martin-Dalby/348108 monthly 0.9 2021-07-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH348108_895127_954482.jpg Center Parcs announces plans for sixth UK holiday village Facilities will include a subtropical swimming facility and an Aqua Sana Spa http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Guests-soundbathe-in-plant-song-to-bring-them-closer-to-nature-during-Heligans-Wellbeing-Week/348081 monthly 0.9 2021-07-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH348081_251890_368503.jpg Guests soundbathe in plant song to bring them closer to nature during Heligan’s Wellbeing Week Soundbathing in plant bioacoustics has been claimed to have a positive impact on health and awareness http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Giovanni-Simoni-appointed-MD-for-Technogym-UK/348043 monthly 0.9 2021-07-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Giovanni Simoni appointed MD for Technogym UK Giovanni Simoni has been appointed MD of Technogym UK http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Elemis-boutique-opens-at-Londons-iconic-Harrods-department-store/348034 monthly 0.9 2021-06-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH348034_437230_198675.jpg Elemis boutique opens at London’s iconic Harrods department store The new Elemis boutique has launched with a design concept infused with iconic emblems of London's landscape http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Olympic-champion-and-cycling-advocate-Chris-Boardman-appointed-as-Sport-England-chair/348028 monthly 0.9 2021-06-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH348028_458727_145092.jpg Chris Boardman appointed as Sport England chair Boardman is one of the UK’s most prominent cycling and walking advocates http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/NoMads-first-European-boutique-hotel-announces-plans-for-exclusive-wellness-partnerships/347962 monthly 0.9 2021-06-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH347962_61475_798873.jpg NoMad’s first European boutique hotel announces plans for exclusive wellness partnerships In booking the exclusive Signature Treatment (£350, €409, US$488), guests will experience a ritual practised by de Mamiel founder Annee de Mamiel http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Vouchers-for-key-attractions-announced-in-UKs-Tourism-Recovery-Plan/347948 monthly 0.9 2021-06-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH347948_325763_582507.jpg UK government and National Lottery allocate £10m in vouchers to fund attractions visits The plan identifies the year 2022 as a "springboard" for promoting the UK to both domestic and international tourists http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Spa-Life-UK-2021-rescheduled-following-lockdown-extension/347940 monthly 0.9 2021-06-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH347940_209941_427609.jpg Spa Life UK 2021 rescheduled following lockdown extension Spa Life UK's conference schedule has been designed to help reconnect and inspire the spa industry http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/First-glimpses-of-new-coastal-retreat-inspired-by-Scotlands-wildlife-and-heritage/347915 monthly 0.9 2021-06-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH347915_152705_163546.jpg First glimpses of new coastal retreat inspired by Scotland’s wildlife and heritage The new spa's interiors will be clean and calming and draw inspiration from the island’s natural landscape and heritage http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Social-enterprise-salon-launches-to-support-young-people-interested-in-a-future-in-beauty-industry/347896 monthly 0.9 2021-06-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH2021/THUMB347896_166660_370596.jpg Social enterprise salon launches to support young people interested in a future in beauty industry The not-for-profit relies on funding and money raised through the salons to fund its training and services http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/G7-Summit-to-be-hosted-at-sustainable-beachfront-spa-hotel-in-Cornwall/347914 monthly 0.9 2021-06-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH347914_84010_155663.jpg G7 Summit to be hosted at sustainable beachfront spa hotel in Cornwall Visit Cornwall estimates the summit’s total economic impact for the county will be £50m (€57.9m, US$70.5m) http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Jumeirah-spends-100m-revamping-historic-London-hotel-with-new-three-storey-spa-and-health-club/347878 monthly 0.9 2021-06-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH347878_494926_512443.jpg Jumeirah spends £100m revamping The Carlton Tower hotel with three-storey spa and health club The 15,000sq ft health club and spa is complete with a five-treatment room Talise Spa, three saunas, four steamrooms and a luxurious Jacuzzi http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Amazons-flagship-hair-salon-arrives-in-London-complete-with-augmented-reality-technology/347849 monthly 0.9 2021-05-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH347849_679020_329593.jpg Amazon’s flagship hair salon arrives in London complete with augmented reality technology Amazon said the salon is its latest initiative designed to support the professional beauty industry http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/The-Massage-Company-prepares-to-launch-London-flagship/347846 monthly 0.9 2021-05-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH347846_563281_946243.jpg The Massage Company prepares to launch London flagship The Massage Company aims to create accessible and purpose-built facilities that provide exceptional massage therapy by highly trained therapists – at an affordable price http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Spa-Life-UK-releases-speaker-line-up-for-in-person-event-in-July-2021/347833 monthly 0.9 2021-05-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH347833_499091_395915.jpg Spa Life UK releases speaker line-up for in-person event in July 2021 Spa Life UK's conference schedule has been designed to help reconnect and inspire the spa industry http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Over-one-million-hospital-admissions-linked-to-obesity-during-2019-20/347799 monthly 0.9 2021-05-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH347799_615344_109503.jpg A million hospital admissions linked to obesity in 2019-20 Women accounted for two-thirds (64 per cent) of admissions where obesity was a factor http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-12m-initiative-to-inspire-national-conversation-about-prioritising-young-peoples-wellbeing/347801 monthly 0.9 2021-05-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH347801_911929_921620.jpg New £1.2m initiative to ‘inspire national conversation’ about prioritising young people’s wellbeing Research from 2019 showed that of 79 countries surveyed, adolescents in the UK were in the bottom four in terms of life satisfaction http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Pampered-pooches-Nobus-London-hotel-introduces-bespoke-spa-robes-for-dogs/347755 monthly 0.9 2021-05-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH347755_35727_232450.jpg Pampered pooches: Nobu's London hotel introduces bespoke spa robes for dogs Tielle Love Luxury created the robes for Nobu but provides customers with the option to add a personal touch to each robe with some bespoke embroidery http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Virgin-Active-wins-court-backing-to-wipe-out-rent-arrears-as-part-of-restructuring/347745 monthly 0.9 2021-05-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH347745_65279_686636.jpg Virgin Active gets legal right to wipe out rent arrears as part of restructuring Virgin Active argued that without the restructuring plan it would fall into administration within days http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sport-and-Recreation-Alliances-new-strategy-looks-to-help-industry-recover-and-achieve-lisa-wainwright-policy-equality/347700 monthly 0.9 2021-05-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH347700_364609_544887.jpg Sport and Recreation Alliance's new strategy looks to help industry 'recover and achieve' Among the SRA's four key objectives is to support its members to be more diverse and inclusive http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Luxury-Scottish-hotel-combats-burnout-with-new-biophilic-forest-bathing-hotel-suite/347718 monthly 0.9 2021-05-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH347718_306563_875052.jpg Luxury Scottish hotel combats burnout with new biophilic forest bathing hotel suite La Chambre Verte encourages guests to unwind in the green space while observing nature’s beauty, to feel stress levels reduce, happiness increase and enjoy a better night’s sleep http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Im-a-Celebrity-theme-park-to-open-in-the-UK-this-year-ant-dec-ITV-jungle/347709 monthly 0.9 2021-05-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH347709_97379_976661.jpg I’m a Celebrity theme park to open in the UK this year The indoor park will be marketed as a 'multi-sensory adrenaline adventure' http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Healing-the-healers-New-training-champions-importance-of-therapist-self-care-health-and-wellbeing/347698 monthly 0.9 2021-05-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH347698_693068_389052.jpg Healing the healers: New training champions importance of therapist self-care, health and wellbeing Martina Crkonova wants to equip therapists with a new self-care an wellbeing toolkit to sustain them in their practice http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/West-Midland-Safari-Park-launches-animal-viewing-lodges-for-overnight-guests/347620 monthly 0.9 2021-04-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH347620_350287_635647.jpg West Midland Safari Park launches animal-viewing lodges for overnight guests The two single-story, detached cheetah lodges sleep up to six guest http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Dr-Barbara-Sturm-unveils-stylish-London-flagship-spa-debuting-exclusive-body-treatments/347605 monthly 0.9 2021-04-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH347605_532867_867946.jpg Dr Barbara Sturm unveils stylish London flagship spa debuting exclusive body treatments The new destination joins Sturm's two other existing locations in Los Angeles and Düsseldorf http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Plans-approved-for-huge-The-Arc-viewing-platform-in-Bristol/347559 monthly 0.9 2021-04-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH347559_329966_753682.jpg Plans approved for huge The Arc viewing platform in Bristol Passengers will be lifted up to 69m where they can enjoy 360-degree views http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Katie-Towersey-named-as-Rockliffe-Halls-new-spa-director/347550 monthly 0.9 2021-04-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH347550_285290_810644.jpg Katie Towersey named as Rockliffe Hall’s new spa director Katie Towersey has spent over 20 years in the field of spa and wellness http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Rural-English-retreat-launches-masterclass-to-reveals-secrets-and-health-benefits-of-fermentation/347534 monthly 0.9 2021-04-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH347534_693853_712714.jpg Rural English retreat launches masterclass to reveal secrets and health benefits of fermentation Nutrition is becoming an increasingly popular pillar of wellness as evidence continues to indicate the importance of a healthy balanced diet to overall wellbeing and health http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Alton-Towers-to-launch-three-80s-themed-Retro-Squad-rides-when-park-opens/347512 monthly 0.9 2021-04-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH347512_182421_705506.jpg Alton Towers to launch three 80s-themed Retro Squad rides when park opens The three pop up rides are collectively known as the 'The Retro Squad' http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Irish-Spa-Association-warns-of-emerging-black-market-in-beauty-sector-due-to-extended-industry-closure/347482 monthly 0.9 2021-04-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH347482_664872_354957.jpg Irish Spa Association warns of emerging black market in beauty sector due to extended industry closure Irish spas, salons and beauty businesses have been closed since 24 December and have no fixed reopening date http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/IMG-to-operate-chimney-lift-experience-at-Battersea-Power-Station-while-Gordon-Ramsay-moves-in-with-street-pizza-restaurant/347457 monthly 0.9 2021-03-31T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH347457_701322_148902.jpg REVEALED: IMG to operate 'glass elevator' chimney lift experience at Battersea in 2022 Set to open in 2022, the Chimney Lift Experience will hold up to 30 visitors http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Beauty-Backed-Trust-launches-with-a-mission-to-support-industry-reopening-and-longterm-recovery/347442 monthly 0.9 2021-03-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH347442_998412_356078.jpg Beauty Backed Trust launches with a mission to support industry reopening and longterm recovery The new trust is backed by a host of experts from across all aspects of the UK beauty sector http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Boutique-fitness-supergroup-looking-to-gather-leading-brands-together-David-Lloyd-Pembroke-VC-Boom-Cycle-Hilary-Rowland-Rob-Joe-Cohen-KOBOX/347435 monthly 0.9 2021-03-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH347435_468208_888327.jpg David Lloyd to chair new "supergroup" of boutiques – United Fitness Brands – backed by Pembroke VC Boom Cycle was founded by Robert and Hilary Rowland and operates five studios in London http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Creative-teams-confirmed-for-120m-Festival-UK-2022/347412 monthly 0.9 2021-03-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH347412_904876_476953.jpg Creative teams confirmed for £120m 'Festival UK 2022' Taking place next year, the series of events has been dubbed 'The Festival of Brexit', as it is designed to 'bring people together' following the UK's exit from the European Union http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/The-Gym-Group-has-created-18bn-in-social-value-since-2016/347361 monthly 0.9 2021-03-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH347361_806427_62099.jpg The Gym Group has created '£1.8bn in social value' since 2016 The social value generated by each site grew each year driven by increased member usage http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Global-Wellness-Summit-2021-to-be-hosted-in-Tel-Aviv-this-November/347356 monthly 0.9 2021-03-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH347356_454332_52417.jpg Global Wellness Summit 2021 to be hosted in Tel Aviv this November Israel is making impressive progress with its vaccination programme with expectations that all over 16s will be fully vaccinated by March http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Irish-Spa-Association-urging-Government-for-commercial-rent-relief-to-protect-spa-businesses/347342 monthly 0.9 2021-03-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH347342_641520_107756.jpg Irish Spa Association urging Government for commercial rent relief to protect spa businesses Irish spas, salons and beauty businesses have been shut since 24 December 2020 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-travel-and-tourism-sectors-decimated-by-pandemic-office-national-statistics-museum-visitor-attraction/347196 monthly 0.9 2021-02-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH347196_981482_449248.jpg ONS data reveals UK travel and tourism sectors 'decimated' by pandemic As inbound tourism faltered, visitor attractions and accommodation providers in London were hit badly http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/SpaFest-confirms-Sue-Harmsworth-as-keynote-for-2021-in-person-event/347327 monthly 0.9 2021-03-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH347327_327463_134925.jpg SpaFest confirms Sue Harmsworth as keynote for 2021 in-person event Sue Harmsworth, industry influencer and founder of established wellness and spa brand ESPA http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Budget-2021-sports-and-culture-to-receive-700m-funding-boost-as-part-of-recovery-plans/347283 monthly 0.9 2021-03-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH347283_910965_50882.jpg Budget 2021: government earmarks £700m for sports and culture as part of recovery plans Measures unveiled by the Chancellor include £90m for museums and cultural bodies and an extra £300m for sports http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Scottish-gyms-could-open-two-weeks-after-English-ones-no-dates-yet-for-Wales-and-Northern-Ireland/347238 monthly 0.9 2021-02-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH347238_661807_898663.jpg Scottish gyms could open two weeks after English ones, no dates yet for Wales and Northern Ireland Gyms in Scotland are set to open on 26 April http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Montana-hot-springs-resort-unveils-new-bathing-area-in-time-to-host-global-hot-springs-convention/347241 monthly 0.9 2021-02-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH347241_719962_508745.jpg Montana hot springs resort unveils new bathing area in time to host global hot springs convention Quinn’s riverside retreat has debuted a host of new soothing natural hot spring pools set against the backdrop of a vast mountain range http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Outdoor-visitor-attractions-and-theme-parks-to-reopen-on-12-April/347228 monthly 0.9 2021-02-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH347228_881959_118684.jpg Outdoor visitor attractions and theme parks in the UK to reopen on 12 April The English visitor attractions sector finally has a date to look forward to http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/English-spas-and-salons-could-reopen-by-mid-April/347226 monthly 0.9 2021-02-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH347226_364358_998507.jpg English spas and salons could reopen by mid-April Spas will be able to fully reopen by step three, including saunas and steamroom operation http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Historic-English-secret-garden-taps-nature-to-offer-wellbeing-boost-toolkit /347194 monthly 0.9 2021-02-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH347194_476094_704628.jpg Historic English secret garden reveals wellbeing toolkit to encourage healing with nature The Lost Gardens have been nicknamed a sleeping beauty after they lay untouched for nearly 80 years http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/What-can-spas-learn-from-beauty-box-subscription-services-during-the-pandemic/347142 monthly 0.9 2021-02-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH2021/THUMB347142_349051_433927.jpg What can spas learn from beauty box subscription services during the pandemic? Roccabox experienced a 515 per cent increase in monthly revenue from the beginning to the end of 2020 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Parkwoods-indoor-rainforest-zoo-Plantasia-secures-BIAZA-membership-conservation-council-Swansea-cutbacks-animal-welfare/347102 monthly 0.9 2021-02-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Indoor rainforest zoo, Plantasia, secures BIAZA membership Parkwood took over the management of the attraction in 2019 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/A-London-sleepcation-luxury-urban-hotel-planning-Sleep-Concierge-service/347098 monthly 0.9 2021-02-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH347098_356771_584900.jpg Luxury hotel partners with sleep specialist to offer exclusive Sleep Concierge service The Sleep Concierge service will be complimentary for all hotel guests http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-study-explores-how-digital-nature-environments-can-support-wellbeing/347081 monthly 0.9 2021-02-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH347081_380884_458326.jpg New study exploring how digital nature experiences support wellbeing Lead researcher Alex Smalley called digital nature encounters "therapeutic tools in their own right" http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Fairmont-Windsor-Park-will-open-in-Q1-with-two-floor-luxury-spa-retreat-directed-by-Lisa-Barden/347073 monthly 0.9 2021-01-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH347073_275169_540942.jpg Fairmont Windsor Park will open in Q2 with two-floor luxury spa retreat directed by Lisa Barden The expansive countryside retreat will encompass a spa, aesthetics clinic and gym http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Healing-Hotels-of-the-World-launches-new-urban-hospitality-collection/347056 monthly 0.9 2021-01-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH347056_195231_575854.jpg Healing Hotels of the World launches new urban hospitality collection The group is composed of luxury hotels in urban settings that offer a retreat from busy city life http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Yoga-Alliance-Professionals-launches-online-yogic-training-academy/347057 monthly 0.9 2021-01-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH347057_830546_297561.jpg Yoga Alliance Professionals launches online yogic training academy Courses cater to all abilities, offering options both for first-time yoga practitioners and experienced teacher trainers http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Transport-museum-to-anchor-338m-tourism-development-in-central-Scotland/347038 monthly 0.9 2021-01-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH347038_120984_226658.jpg Transport museum to anchor £33.8m tourism development in central Scotland The museum will be located in picturesque West Kinfauns and is at the heart of a £34m development http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Well-Intelligence-unveils-masterclass-series-focused-on-wellbeing-and-business-in-a-COVID-19-world/347043 monthly 0.9 2021-01-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH347043_319487_328008.jpg Well Intelligence unveils masterclass series about blending wellbeing and business in a COVID-19 world The January to March instalment marks the inaugural series which will be monthly thereafter http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Jennifer-Young-hosting-weekly-webinars-to-support-spa-therapists-through-COVID-19/347040 monthly 0.9 2021-01-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH347040_414457_999722.jpg Jennifer Young hosting weekly webinars to support spa therapists through COVID-19 Jennifer Young also rolled out a free Cancer Awareness course in 2020, which has since been accessed by more than 2,500 therapists http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Art-of-cryo-appoints-Andreas-Blum-as-director-of-sales/347029 monthly 0.9 2021-01-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH347029_501269_272737.jpg Art of Cryo appoints Andreas Blum as APAC director of sales Prior to his appointment, Blum was working as Gharieni’s head of treatment concepts, since 2012 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Amanda-Winwood-announces-plans-for-Spafest-in-September-2021/346970 monthly 0.9 2021-01-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH346970_892309_532577.jpg Amanda Winwood announces plans for SpaFest in September 2021 Spafest is the brainchild of Amanda Winwood, founder of Made for Life Organics http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/MPs-speak-in-favour-of-creating-Minister-of-Hospitality/346953 monthly 0.9 2021-01-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH346953_531700_293716.jpg MPs speak in favour of creating Minister of Hospitality The motion was debated by MPs at the Petitions Committee at Westminster Hall on 11 January http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/ISA-survey-results-demonstrate-Irish-spas-strength-during-pandemic/346947 monthly 0.9 2021-01-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH346947_88629_970155.jpg ISA survey results demonstrate Irish spas' strength during pandemic Massage was reported as the most in-demand treatment from survey respondents http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Yvonne-Ebdon-succeeds-Helena-Grzesk-as-UK-Spa-Association-general-manager/346929 monthly 0.9 2021-01-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH346929_423747_781189.jpg Yvonne Ebdon succeeds Helena Grzesk as UK Spa Association general manager Yvonne Ebdon will begin her role as GM effective immediately http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Guidance-for-UK-spas-shut-due-to-lockdown/346922 monthly 0.9 2021-01-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH346922_704259_181655.jpg Guidance for UK spas shut due to lockdown Spas are currently closed in England, Northern Ireland, Wales, most parts of Scotland and Ireland http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Pat-McGrath-awarded-damehood-by-the-Queen-for-services-to-beauty-industry/346917 monthly 0.9 2021-01-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2021/HIGH346917_412015_830418.jpg Pat McGrath awarded damehood by the Queen for services to beauty industry McGrath dedicated her damehood to all makeup artists and urged them to always work hard, foster creativity and never give up http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/David-Lloyd-Clubs-launches-Team-PB-programme-to-tackle-negative-effects-of-lockdowns/346901 monthly 0.9 2020-12-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH346901_249198_900236.jpg David Lloyd Clubs launches 'Team PB' programme to tackle negative effects of lockdowns The Team PB programme will lead to the publication of a guide to physical and mental health during 2021 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Interactive-free-roaming-VR-experience-to-launch-in-2021-Atmos-VR-plans-eight-sites-in-England/346869 monthly 0.9 2020-12-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH346869_148585_656724.jpg EXCLUSIVE: Interactive ‘free roaming’ VR experience to launch in 2021 – Atmos VR plans eight sites in England Kevin Blair, MD of Atmos VR, said the attraction will 'push the experiential boundaries of immersive experiences' http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Industry-mourns-Steve-Tharrett-co-founder-of-Club-Intel-who-has-died-Mark-Williamson/346889 monthly 0.9 2020-12-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH346889_981132_590544.jpg Industry mourns Steve Tharrett, co-founder of Club Intel Steve Tharrett, co-founder of ClubIntel http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Plans-submitted-to-restore-historic-Cornish-farm-into-communal-wellbeing-and-social-hub/346879 monthly 0.9 2020-12-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH346879_936111_56505.jpg Treehouses and a natural swimming pond will be part of new communal wellbeing hub in Cornwall, UK If the planning is approved, work will begin in 2021, with plans to open in early 2023 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UKs-COVID-hit-arts-and-heritage-organisations-get-165m-emergency-loan-package/346792 monthly 0.9 2020-12-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH346792_735139_599556.jpg UK's COVID-hit arts and heritage organisations get £165m emergency loan package Among the organisations to have received loans is Historic Royal Palaces, which operates the Tower of London and Hampton Court Palace http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Lead-the-charge-UKSA-issues-rallying-message-of-support-to-inspire-industry-for-2021/346808 monthly 0.9 2020-12-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH346808_352019_740286.jpg ‘Lead the charge’: UKSA issues rallying message of support to inspire industry for 2021 UK Spa Association GM, Helena Grzesk, and chair, Adam Chatterley http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Lifestyle-Fitness-and-V1BE-partner-to-open-flagship-site-in-Manchester/346802 monthly 0.9 2020-12-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH346802_640837_715500.jpg Lifestyle Fitness and V1BE partner to open flagship site in Manchester The club will be spread over two floors, with V1BE running a variety of cutting-edge group exercise classes in a purpose-built mezzanine http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Opening-date-announced-for-Snowdonias-new-125m-luxury-destination-spa/346795 monthly 0.9 2020-12-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH346795_852328_547459.jpg Opening date announced for Snowdonia’s new £1.25m luxury destination spa Inside the spa, a fragrant thermal journey will welcome visitors with a vitality waterfall pool, steamroom, hammam and Himalayan salt sauna http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Update-English-spas-can-reopen-on-2-December-and-remain-open-across-all-three-tiers/346709 monthly 0.9 2020-11-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH346709_515897_796866.jpg Updated: English spas can reopen on 2 December and remain open across all three tiers Spas, wellness facilities and salons can reopen in England on 2 December and continue operating throughout all three local restriction tiers http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Carden-Park-scoops-Best-New-Spa-accolade-at-Good-Spa-Guide-Awards-2020/346700 monthly 0.9 2020-11-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH346700_506809_271552.jpg Carden Park scoops Best New Spa accolade at Good Spa Guide Awards 2020 The Spa at Carden opened in January with a Bollinger champagne bar, following a £10m investment http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Track-and-trace-NHS-gyms-COVID-19/346669 monthly 0.9 2020-11-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH346669_547694_553882.jpg Good news for gyms in analysis of NHS Track and Trace data Gyms have fared well in an analysis of Track and Trace for COVID-19 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Armathwaite-Hall-wild-swimming-cold-water-therapy-Lake-District-/346607 monthly 0.9 2020-11-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH346607_736469_368368.jpg Armathwaite Hall gears up to offer wild swimming and cold water therapy package The new wild swimming retreat is designed to let guests discover the benefits of cold water swimming, including pain relief, a reduction in cortisol and an increase in serotonin http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/sport-Oliver-Dowden/346663 monthly 0.9 2020-11-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH346663_525079_462718.jpg Government announces £300m 'Winter Survival Package' for sports Rugby union is the largest recipient of funding, with a total of £135m spread across the sport http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/3d-Leisure-mental-health-fitness-wellbeing/346541 monthly 0.9 2020-11-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH346541_288101_167618.jpg 3d Leisure introduces mental health first aiders and launches live fitness service The new service will allow corporate clients to stream classes, provide one to one sessions and deliver group webinars http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Experience-UK-ALES-UK-Terry-Monkton-Richard-Curtis-Andrich-International/346579 monthly 0.9 2020-11-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH346579_376338_356256.jpg Experience UK and ALES UK merge to create new trade body Terry Monkton, chair of Experience UK, said the organisation will be in a stronger position following the merger http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/heritage-attractions-COVID-19-pandemic-culture-secretary-Oliver-Dowden /346401 monthly 0.9 2020-10-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH346401_593585_156845.jpg Hundreds of heritage attractions saved by £103m Covid rescue fund Chiswick House is among the heritage attractions to share the funding http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/PureGym-confirms-closure-of-operations-in-Poland/346627 monthly 0.9 2020-11-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH346627_919603_196069.jpg PureGym confirms closure of operations in Poland Cobbold has confirmed the closure of PureGym's Polish estate http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/World-Leisure-Organization-WLO-World-Leisure-Congress/346609 monthly 0.9 2020-11-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Details revealed for 16th World Leisure Hybrid Congress The 16th World Leisure Congress will be held as a hybrid event http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Nick-Whitcombe-Panorama-fitness-lockdown/346577 monthly 0.9 2020-11-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH346577_309190_144634.jpg Rebel gym owner, Nick Whitcombe, appears on Panorama Whitcombe’s campaign to keep gyms open has resulted in him appearing on a number of news outlets http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/English-spas-closing-on-Thursday-due-to-second-national-lockdown/346538 monthly 0.9 2020-11-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH346538_771827_243706.jpg English spas closing on Thursday due to second national lockdown Spas in England are set to close for a four week period, after a national lockdown was announced on Saturday 31 October http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Technogym-University-of-Portsmouth-Ravelin-Sports-Centre/346468 monthly 0.9 2020-10-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH346468_987785_360614.jpg University of Portsmouth counts down to opening its £57m Ravelin Centre Among the solutions Technogym will provide at the large gym will be the fully connected cardio equipment line, Excite Live http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Catch-VAC-2020-on-demand/346478 monthly 0.9 2020-10-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Don't miss out on VAC 2020 - catch it on demand until 12 November More than 200 people attended the virtual conference live http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Gyms-Liverpool-tier-3-Nick-Whitcombe-/346465 monthly 0.9 2020-10-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Gyms in Liverpool win fight to reopen after tense standoff Nick Whitcombe (centre in grey) refused to close and took police fines in defiance of the lockdown ruling http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Elemis-and-Gharieni-will-debut-in-Ireland-at-Johnstown-Estate-spa-following-35m-revamp/346451 monthly 0.9 2020-10-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH346451_160319_674939.jpg Elemis and Gharieni will debut in Ireland at Johnstown Estate spa following €3.5m revamp The existing spa now covers 1,300sq m with a new outdoor rooftop experience and thermal suite, plus 15 treatment rooms http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Northern-Irish-day-spa-concept-launches-powered-by-ethnobotanicals/346442 monthly 0.9 2020-10-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH346442_602108_472609.jpg Northern Irish day spa concept launches, powered by ethnobotanicals Le Jardin is an urban day spa concept, drawing on indigenous Northern Irish herbs to power and inspire treatments http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Steve-Mann-ukactive-sports-physical-activity-consultancy-4global-Datahub/346395 monthly 0.9 2020-10-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH346395_145102_280102.jpg Steve Mann joins 4Global to drive insight and digital solutions Mann will play a central role in helping 4Global provide digital solutions and insight projects in the UK and overseas http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UKSA-celebrates-huge-victory-as-government-allows-saunas-and-steamrooms-to-reopen-in-England/346353 monthly 0.9 2020-10-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH346353_168040_831422.jpg UKSA celebrates ‘huge victory’ as government allows saunas and steamrooms in England to reopen Saunas and steamrooms in England can reopen with immediate effect http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Spa-bookings-at-70-per-cent-pre-COVID-19-levels-since-15-August-reports-Spabreakscom/346342 monthly 0.9 2020-09-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH346342_358945_435644.jpg Spa bookings reach 70 per cent of pre-COVID-19 levels, reports Spabreaks.com According to Spabreaks.com, the success in bookings is due to spas reopening in a way that not only respects COVID-19 measures, but also seeks to enhance experiences that support health and wellbeing http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Over-220-spas-register-for-new-industry-standard-for-cancer-touch-therapy-launched-by-Sue-Harmsworth/346334 monthly 0.9 2020-09-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH346334_988634_439317.jpg Over 220 spas register for new industry standard for cancer touch therapy, launched by Sue Harmsworth Massage therapy can be used to support people who’ve had cancer and has been proven to reduce anxiety and depression and improve sleep quality http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Aesthetics-clinic-develops-facial-for-frontline-workers-inspired-by-the-power-of-touch/346297 monthly 0.9 2020-09-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH346297_588697_821155.jpg Aesthetics clinic develops facial for frontline workers inspired by the power of touch The experience is offered free to NHS and frontline workers and is designed to bring a meaningful and comforting connection between the therapist and client http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Spas-could-get-payouts-on-business-interruption-insurance-following-high-court-ruling/346283 monthly 0.9 2020-09-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH346283_865607_299096.jpg Spas could get payouts on business interruption insurance following high court ruling The FCA sought to provide clarity on the "grey areas" within the disease and/or denial of access clauses – and whether the COVID-19 pandemic should trigger a payout http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Melisse-Gelula-COVID19-has-helped-wellness-lose-its-stigma/346264 monthly 0.9 2020-09-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH346264_887401_349814.jpg Melisse Gelula: COVID-19 has helped wellness lose its stigma Gelula believes the pandemic has produced great potential for more companies to move from a narrow profit-focused model to a human-focused model in business http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Bletchley-Park-UK-Heritage-Awards-LGBTQ-Eltham-Palace- /346214 monthly 0.9 2020-09-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH346214_980543_879595.jpg Bletchley Park and Eltham Palace's immersive LGBTQ+ show among winners of UK Heritage Awards Bletchley Park was named winner of the Must Visit award and also took home the Best of Heritage prize http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Ensanas-first-UK-property-Buxton-Crescent-set-for-October-opening-in-historic-spa-town-following-15-year-long-project/346201 monthly 0.9 2020-09-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH346201_791698_23933.jpg Ensana’s first UK property, Buxton Crescent, set for October opening in historic spa town following 15-year-long project As one of the country’s first genuine spa hotels, the 81-key hotel and spa will revive Buxton’s wellness and hydrotherapy traditions http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/The-Gym-Group-Richard-Darwin/346191 monthly 0.9 2020-09-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH346191_544661_725226.jpg Gym Group gets through lockdown in good shape Member signs up have been up 30 per cent year on year since reopening http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Stuart-Perrin-Xercise4Less-boutique-London-Coach-Gym-Leeds-Les-Mills-Nautilus-Star-Track-Schwinn-Stairmaster-Concept-Origin-Exigo /346183 monthly 0.9 2020-09-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Former Xercise4Less chief plans 50+ locations for new Coach Gyms concept The first Coach Gym opened this year in Leeds – where 90 per cent of members are female http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/World-Spa-and-Wellness-Convention-rescheduled-for-May-2021/346170 monthly 0.9 2020-08-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH346170_863951_211646.jpg World Spa and Wellness Convention rescheduled for May 2021 Originally scheduled for October, the event has been rescheduled for 16-17 May 2021 and will still be held at London’s ExCeL centre http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/ESPA-owner-The-Hut-Group-confirms-45bn-IPO/346164 monthly 0.9 2020-08-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH346164_698019_647562.jpg ESPA owner, The Hut Group, confirms £4.5bn IPO The deal would see founder and CEO, Matthew Moulding, taking £700m-worth of shares if the company achieves a market capitalisation of £7.25bn by December 2022 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sustrans-Arup-Cycling/346097 monthly 0.9 2020-08-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH346097_159546_128647.jpg New report reveals 'large unmet demand' for cycling More than half (55 per cent) of people from ethnic minority groups who do not currently cycle would like to start http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Champneys-gears-up-to-unveil-Mottram-Hall-in-September-after-15m-resort-revamp/346099 monthly 0.9 2020-08-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH346099_344755_242898.jpg Champneys gears up to unveil Mottram Hall in September after £15m resort revamp The spa update is part of the operators’ total £15m (€16.6m, US$19.8m) investment into Mottram Hall http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Therapists-must-wear-visor-and-face-mask-for-all-close-contact-treatments-says-new-government-guidance/346079 monthly 0.9 2020-08-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH346079_815277_792920.jpg Therapists must wear visor and face mask for all close-contact treatments, says new government guidance The announcement to reopen close-contact services follows an intense two weeks of lobbying by the beauty industry http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/ukactive-Scotland-Nicola-Sturgeon-gyms/346076 monthly 0.9 2020-08-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH346076_398329_416844.jpg Scottish government told to stop dithering on gym reopenings Gyms remain closed – despite being allowed to operate in England, Wales and Northern Ireland http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Jennifer-Young-launches-free-cancer-awareness-training-to-instil-confidence-in-therapists/346060 monthly 0.9 2020-08-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH346060_190992_311433.jpg Jennifer Young launches free cancer awareness training to instil confidence in therapists Young has previously authored 16 accredited oncology touch therapy qualifications http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Beauty-industry-launches-support-campaign-as-government-delays-restarting-close-contact-services/346022 monthly 0.9 2020-08-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH2020/THUMB346022_440552_525586.jpg Beauty industry launches support campaign as government delays restarting close-contact services The beauty industry has hit back after the announcement, as the government has extended the close-contact service industry’s nearly five-month hiatus http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Therme-Group-announces-development-plans-to-roll-out-wellbeing-resorts-across-UK/346017 monthly 0.9 2020-08-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH346017_900357_181024.jpg Therme Group announces development plans to roll out wellbeing resorts across UK Therme Manchester is a £250m (US$308.6m, €274.4m) waterpark and spa project scheduled to be completed in 2023 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Scotland-gyms-Duncan-Bannatyne-Nicola-Sturgeon-Gyms-health-clubs-swimming-pools-Twitter/346004 monthly 0.9 2020-07-31T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH346004_552193_273819.jpg Scotland's decision to keep gyms shut until September 'ridiculous' and shows lack of respect for the sector First Minister Nicola Sturgeon's 'indicative date' of 14 September for the reopening of gyms has angered the sector http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/COVID-19-Andy-Reed-Sport-for-Development-Coalition-SFDC /345937 monthly 0.9 2020-07-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345937_717221_618585.jpg Sports projects 'profoundly affected' by COVID-19 – with vulnerable people hit the hardest The disappearance of sports during lockdown has contributed to a lack of structure and support in young people’s lives http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UKSA-Saunas-and-steamrooms-in-England-can-reopen-on-1-August/345970 monthly 0.9 2020-07-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345970_355798_506160.jpg UKSA: Saunas and steamrooms in England can reopen on 1 August Guests will not be required to wear facemasks once thermal facilities reopen http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Get!Set!Go!-London-Alina-Cooper-Claire-Harrison-/345922 monthly 0.9 2020-07-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345922_551555_112592.jpg New family fitness operator, GetSetGo!, has backing from Edition Capital to roll out the brand The new brand will look to provide families with environments in which they can 'enjoy active family time and relax' http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Places-for-People-Leisure-Paul-McPartlan-Sandra-Dodd-John-Oxley/345956 monthly 0.9 2020-07-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Paul McPartlan is new CEO of Places for People Leisure Paul McPartlan has moved from Nuffield to be CEO of Places for People Leisure http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Galgorm-unveils-new-spa-and-thermal-village-following-2m-revamp/345955 monthly 0.9 2020-07-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345955_716370_797981.jpg Northern Ireland's First Minister 'welcomes' revamped Galgorm spa after £2m investment Norther Ireland's First Minister Arlene Foster (L) has 'welcomed' Galgorm resort's reopening http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Huw-Edwards-ukactive-gyms-high-street/345952 monthly 0.9 2020-07-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345952_37938_867868.jpg UK should follow the US in allowing gyms on the high street Should the UK to follow the US model, with gyms prominent in high street locations? http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Mark-Maloney-Professional-Beauty-World-Spa-and-Wellness/345947 monthly 0.9 2020-07-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345947_390166_102096.jpg World Spa and Wellness Convention is on for 2020. Event will take place in London in October The event is part of the group’s wider Professional Beauty London exhibition, which also features the World Spa and Wellness Awards and Salon International http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Helena-Field-launches-new-wellbeing-consultancy-and-initiative-Action-Wellbeing/345939 monthly 0.9 2020-07-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345939_619608_908502.jpg Helena Field launches new wellbeing consultancy and initiative, Action Wellbeing Previously GM of the UK Spa Association, Field has experience as a massage therapist, fitness, spa and wellbeing manager, PT and a health and wellbeing coach http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Aromatherapy-Associates-takes-spa-to-the-next-level-and-debuts-In-Room-Wellbeing-Experiences/345933 monthly 0.9 2020-07-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345933_728603_85938.jpg Aromatherapy Associates ‘takes spa to the next level’ and debuts In-Room Wellbeing Experiences Containing up to five products, the kits are presented alongside a beverage and how-to guide – via video form or a single-use printout http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Boris-Johnson-says-close-contact-services-can-resume-on-1-August/345925 monthly 0.9 2020-07-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345925_999895_840039.jpg Boris Johnson says close contact services can resume on 1 August Spas in England can resume offering facials as of 1 August http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Will-Scotlands-greenlight-for-facial-treatments-drive-cross-border-wellness-tourism/345919 monthly 0.9 2020-07-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345919_58452_66800.jpg Will Scotland’s greenlight for facial treatments drive cross-border wellness tourism? First Minister of Scotland Nicola Sturgeon has confirmed that the Scottish spa, beauty and wellness sector can reopen http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/ukactive-independent-fitness-/345872 monthly 0.9 2020-07-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345872_946932_31855.jpg ukactive creates steering group for independent gym operators ukactive is working to involve independent operators http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Spa-UK-reopening-Scotland-England-Wales-Beauty-UKSA-UK-Spa-Association-Helena-Grzesk-Adam-Chatterley/345882 monthly 0.9 2020-07-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345882_342158_412492.jpg Jubilation as spas set to reopen in England and Scotland following gruelling lobbying campaign Spas in England and Scotland will be allowed to reopening, following strict COVID-19 control measures http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/COVID-19-VAT-hospitality-Rishi-Sunak-pubs-restaurants-ukinbound-UKHospitality/345866 monthly 0.9 2020-07-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345866_970084_336135.jpg COVID-19 stimulus package – VAT cut for hospitality, companies to get apprenticeship funding Chancellor Rishi Sunak revealed his 'mini-budget' at the House of Commons today http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Beaverbrook-Hotel-and-Spa-The-Coach-House-Spa-Aman-nature-wild-wellness-/345842 monthly 0.9 2020-07-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345842_187625_447775.jpg Wild wellness: Beaverbrook Hotel and Spa develops nature-based wellness experiences Participants will be guided through Wim Hof method dynamic breathwork, body tapping and vibrational sound therapy http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/reopening-spa-gym-health-club/345875 monthly 0.9 2020-07-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Announcement on gym and spa reopening dates expected at 5.00pm today Oliver Dowden is expected to announce the reopening schedule for gyms and spas at 5.00pm today http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Gyms-reopening-pubs-google-search-terms/345867 monthly 0.9 2020-07-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345867_901344_12253.jpg Gyms thrash pubs by over 2,000% in google reopening searches Gyms beat pubs by 2114.8% http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Aromatherapy-Associates-Anna-Teal-retail-Wellbeing-Collections/345840 monthly 0.9 2020-07-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345840_537451_547315.jpg Anna Teal: “Spas need to consider re-evaluating the role of the therapist” Anna Teal reported that Aromatherapy Associates' revenue is now divided between 80 per cent retail and 20 per cent spa http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/ukactive-youth-sport-trust-Gavin-Williamson-Ali-Oliver/345848 monthly 0.9 2020-07-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345848_794369_489425.jpg Government agrees £320m PE and school sport funding after high-profile campaign by activists First introduced in 2013, the funding ensures every primary school-age child gets at least 60 minutes of physical activity a week http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Reopening-gyms-COVID-19-local-lockdown/345843 monthly 0.9 2020-07-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345843_393231_465483.jpg Industry fears local lockdowns could scupper reopening – could also recalibrate the value of gym businesses Some operators are concerned that local lockdowns could impact their businesses http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Industry-responds-as-UK-parliament-mocks-wellness-and-beauty-sector /345830 monthly 0.9 2020-07-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345830_51230_850206.jpg Industry responds as UK parliament mocks wellness and beauty sector The industry has spoken out against the way Boris Johnson and MPs 'belittled' the sector http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Active-Uprising-National-Summit-ukactive-Sport-England-Huw-Edwards-Tim-Hollingsworth/345821 monthly 0.9 2020-07-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345821_759175_555864.jpg Active Uprising and National Summit go free and digital for 2020 ukactive chair, Tanni Grey-Thompson opens the 2019 event. The event will be held online this year due to the pandemic http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UKSA-mobilises-industry-to-urge-Boris-Johnson-for-reopening-date/345807 monthly 0.9 2020-06-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345807_244122_279202.jpg UKSA mobilises industry to press Boris Johnson for reopening date The UKSA has created two template letters for industry members to send to either Boris Johnson or their local MPs http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/ukactive-CLUK-Community-Leisure-UK-Mark-Tweedie-Huw-Edwards/345801 monthly 0.9 2020-06-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345801_174039_15578.jpg Crisis looming for leisure and community centres – half will close without government support Half of the UK's leisure centres could be lost without government support http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Therme-Manchester-project-set-to-redefine-city-wellbeing-on-track-for-2023-opening/345793 monthly 0.9 2020-06-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345793_290204_95816.jpg Thermal project set to ‘redefine city wellbeing’ on track for 2023 opening The £250m (US$308.6m, €274.4m) waterpark and spa project will combine hundreds of water-based activities with wellbeing treatments http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Gymbox-reopening-Mike-Daiper/345791 monthly 0.9 2020-06-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345791_787179_603646.jpg Gymbox says it will open on 4 July – without government consent if necessary Gymbox GEO, Mike Daiper, says the operator has had enough and is going to reopen regardless http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Northern-Irish-Spas-reopening-on-6-July-as-a-global-wave-of-spas-restart-operations/345788 monthly 0.9 2020-06-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345788_147390_98864.jpg Northern Irish Spas reopening on 6 July as a global wave of spas restart operations Spas are reopening throughout select locations in Asia, Europe, Australia and the US http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Tanni-Grey-Thompson-Humphrey-Cobbold-Huw-Edward-gym-reopening-COVID-19/345776 monthly 0.9 2020-06-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345776_963014_900518.jpg Industry heavyweights Tanni Grey-Thompson, Humphrey Cobbold and Huw Edwards hit primetime TV to fight for gym reopening Cobbold and Grey-Thompson hit the BBC's 5.00 o'clock news to fight for the gym sector http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Rockliffe-Hall-Spa-will-offer-hotel-guests-DIY-treatment-toolkits-with-guided-tutorials-during-spas-closure/345762 monthly 0.9 2020-06-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345762_495985_42972.jpg Rockliffe Hall Spa will offer hotel guests DIY treatment toolkits with virtual tutorials during spa’s closure The spa kits are available in two versions http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Spaticchia-leads-successful-MBO-re-acquires-energie/345742 monthly 0.9 2020-06-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345742_153185_508080.jpg Spaticchia leads successful MBO – re-acquires énergie Spaticchia has bought back the business he founded in 2003 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Pure-Gym-reveals-its-reopening-video-with-Chris-Hoy-Greg-Whyte-and-Dina-Asher-Smith/345746 monthly 0.9 2020-06-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345746_565173_976513.jpg Pure Gym reveals its reopening video with Chris Hoy, Greg Whyte and Dina Asher-Smith Sir Chris Hoy, an investor in Pure Gym, has taken part in the operator's reopening video http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Vivacity-terminates-contract-with-Peterborough-council-citing-8m-COVID-19-loss/345731 monthly 0.9 2020-06-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345731_296841_135630.jpg Vivacity terminates contract with Peterborough council, citing £8m COVID-19 loss Vivacity manages eight leisure centres, 10 libraries, a theatre and a museum on behalf of Peterborough City Council http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Government-extends-rent-protection-for-gyms-and-leisure-facilities/345736 monthly 0.9 2020-06-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345736_290340_518067.jpg Government extends rent protection for gyms and leisure facilities ukactive said thousands of communities across the UK could have lost their gyms and leisure centres without government protection http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Phoenix-Spa-Solutions-launches-to-help-spa-businesses-strengthen-teamwork/345735 monthly 0.9 2020-06-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345735_221240_527964.jpg Phoenix Spa Solutions launches to help spa businesses strengthen teamwork Overall the trio shares a combined 53 years’ industry experience, with each member bearing leadership experience http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Boris-Johnson-hints-that-social-distancing-measures-might-be-reduced-by-4-July/345733 monthly 0.9 2020-06-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345733_28619_636716.jpg Boris Johnson hints that social distancing measures might be reduced by 4 July David Lloyd Leisure has opened its outdoor spaces for socially distanced workouts http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/ISPA-partners-with-ICF-to-help-coach-members-through-reopening-phase/345729 monthly 0.9 2020-06-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345729_10507_444629.jpg ISPA partners with ICF to help coach members through reopening phase ISPA members have been pre-approved to receive digital support from an international group of over 1,000 ICF coaches http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Fitness4Less-shuts-Bristol-gym-permanently/345728 monthly 0.9 2020-06-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Fitness4Less shuts Bristol gym permanently Following the Bristol closure, Fitness4Less operators eight gyms in the UK http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Black-Lives-Matter-Charter-launches-urging-for-racial-reform-in-wellness-industry/345722 monthly 0.9 2020-06-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345722_38774_639428.jpg Black Lives Matter: Charter launches urging for racial reform in wellness industry The charter has been signed by over 150 BAME wellness professionals http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-government-hints-at-early-July-reopening-for-gyms/345715 monthly 0.9 2020-06-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345715_701480_516195.jpg UK government hints at early July reopening for gyms Dowden said he knows there are thousands of people itching to get back to the gym http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Industry-urgently-requires-official-reopening-guidelines-from-government/345713 monthly 0.9 2020-06-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345713_173538_503906.jpg Industry urgently requires official reopening guidelines from government Survey respondents believe PPE will need to extend beyond the treatment room http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Black-Lives-Matter-sports-sector-hasnt-done-enough-on-inequalities/345690 monthly 0.9 2020-06-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345690_880793_766820.jpg Black Lives Matter: sports sector 'hasn't done enough' on inequalities Research from 2018 shows that 40 per cent of black and minority ethnic participants have endured a negative experience in sport or physical activity settings – more than double that of white participants http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Healing-Hotels-launches-virtual-retreat-in-partnership-with-international-wellness-practitioners/345679 monthly 0.9 2020-06-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345679_262347_529132.jpg Healing Hotels launches virtual retreat in partnership with international wellness practitioners The two-day retreat will feature multiple meditation and movement classes http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Expect-a-surge-in-demand-for-spas-says-behavioural-specialist-Daphne-Metland/345678 monthly 0.9 2020-06-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345678_853026_377286.jpg Expect a surge in demand for spas, says behavioural specialist, Daphne Metland The Good Spa Guide's survey revealed that men were the most eager to return to spas straight away, with 51 per cent of all male respondents agreeing http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Study-physical-activity-prompts-a-clean-up-of-muscles/345633 monthly 0.9 2020-06-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345633_570730_838882.jpg Study: physical activity prompts a 'clean-up' of muscles The study demonstrated that a single, intense, 10-minute bicycle ride results in a significant increase in the activity of Ubiquitin http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Find-out-the-creative-ways-leisure-trusts-are-supporting-communities-during-the-pandemic/345610 monthly 0.9 2020-06-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345610_49377_118276.jpg Find out the creative ways leisure trusts are supporting communities during the pandemic Leisure trusts and social enterprises have come up with a range of innovative ways to utilise their facilities and help communities http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Return-of-the-gym-Guernsey-Leisure-Centre-becomes-first-in-British-Isles-to-reopen-its-doors/345632 monthly 0.9 2020-06-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345632_584985_358663.jpg Return of the gym! Guernsey Leisure Centre becomes first in British Isles to reopen its doors The centre reopened on 4 June and will now operate on reduced opening hours, from 7am until 7pm, seven days a week http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/FORME-Life-home-fitness-studio-uses-machine-learning-and-AI-to-personalise-workouts/345631 monthly 0.9 2020-06-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345631_789271_864870.jpg FORME Life home fitness studio uses machine learning and AI to personalise workouts The Full Studio features strength training equipment that disappears when not in use. http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Community-Leisure-UK-appoints-Mark-Tweedie-as-new-CEO/345616 monthly 0.9 2020-06-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345616_597473_581988.jpg Community Leisure UK appoints Mark Tweedie as new CEO Tweedie spent the past 10 years as CEO of two trusts – Active Tameside (from 2011 to 2018) and Active Northumberland (2018-2020) http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-wellness-app-looks-to-utilise-power-of-group-psychology-to-get-people-physically-active/345611 monthly 0.9 2020-06-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345611_931133_801930.jpg Magic Mountain app uses the power of group psychology to get people active The app syncs with Apple Watches and Healthkit, with the ability to add manually logged workouts too http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Made-for-Life-Organics-inks-deal-with-Amazon-in-natural-strategic-step/345609 monthly 0.9 2020-06-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345609_908666_234964.jpg Made for Life Organics inks deal with Amazon in 'natural strategic step' Made for Life Organics was founded in 2001 by Amanda Winwood http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Research-Nearly-90-per-cent-of-Brits-will-spend-the-same-or-more-on-being-active-after-lockdown-Motivation-from-instructors-a-major-factor/345606 monthly 0.9 2020-06-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345606_59914_762149.jpg Research: Nearly 90 per cent of Brits will spend the same or more on being active after lockdown. Motivation from instructors a major factor Consumers have missed the motivation offered by instructors http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Premier-Global-NASM-appoints-Dan-Rees-to-lead-UK-operations/345607 monthly 0.9 2020-06-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345607_473820_316597.jpg Premier Global NASM appoints Dan Rees to lead UK operations Rees first joined Premier Global NASM in September 2019 as commercial director http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/ukactive-governments-one-size-fits-all-changes-to-furlough-scheme-a-guarantee-of-redundancies/345597 monthly 0.9 2020-06-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345597_112230_65872.jpg ukactive: government's one size fits all changes to furlough scheme a 'guarantee of redundancies' Changes to the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme will let businesses bring back staff part-time from July http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Fitness-United-launches-today-HCM-talks-to-founder-Neil-Harmsworth/345601 monthly 0.9 2020-06-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345601_725556_234567.jpg Fitness United launches today. HCM talks to founder, Neil Harmsworth Fitness United is working to support fitness operators and suppliers in coming out of lockdown http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Lockdown-micro-course-provides-spa-and-wellness-professionals-with-a-deeper-understanding-of-dementia/345563 monthly 0.9 2020-05-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345563_999311_383663.jpg Lockdown micro-course provides spa and wellness professionals with a deeper understanding of dementia The programme has been designed to provide wellness professionals with a deeper understanding of dementia, in order to instil confidence when dealing with clients with the condition http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/energie-Fitness-to-recapitalise-ahead-of-gym-reopenings/345560 monthly 0.9 2020-05-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345560_256235_964539.jpg énergie Fitness to recapitalise ahead of gym reopenings énergie Fitness has appointed FRP Advisory to look at options for recapitalisation http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Cultural-Renewal-Taskforce-launched-to-help-get-leisure-sector-up-and-running/345536 monthly 0.9 2020-05-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345536_999571_340886.jpg Cultural Renewal Taskforce will re-energise leisure and recreation sector Sir Nicholas Serota is among the eight sector leaders on the Cultural Renewal Taskforce http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/EU-launches-plan-to-refloat-vibrant-European-tourism-ecosystem/345514 monthly 0.9 2020-05-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345514_673810_940702.jpg EU launches plan to refloat 'vibrant European tourism ecosystem' The EU is proposing a series of continent-wide actions http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/87-per-cent-of-gym-members-in-England-likely-to-return-after-lockdown/345528 monthly 0.9 2020-05-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345528_243587_297724.jpg 87 per cent of gym members in England likely to return after lockdown 87 per cent of members say they plan to return to the gym http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Consultation-kicks-off-to-develop-guidelines-for-delivering-exercise-online/345521 monthly 0.9 2020-05-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345521_653296_418825.jpg Consultation kicks off to develop guidelines for delivering exercise online CIMSPA has worked with Sport England, EMD UK, UK Coaching, ukactive and Active Partnerships on the initiative http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sport-England-partners-with-Crowdfunder-for-2m-COVID-19-emergency-fund/345501 monthly 0.9 2020-05-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345501_543736_229477.jpg Sport England partners with Crowdfunder for £2m COVID-19 emergency fund The Active Together scheme will help sports clubs plan for the future http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Exclusive-Xercise4Less-tells-HCM-its-up-for-sale/345478 monthly 0.9 2020-05-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Exclusive: Xercise4Less tells HCM it's up for sale The chain, which operates 51 gyms nationally, is one of a number of gym operators to have been hit hard by the COVID-19 lockdown http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Irish-Spa-Association-delivering-webinar-series-dedicated-to-industry-re-activation/345442 monthly 0.9 2020-05-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345442_823182_898276.jpg Irish Spa Association delivering webinar series dedicated to industry re-activation The first webinar was followed up by the publication of a free ‘Business Continuity Workbook' for spas http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UKSA-launches-industry-survey-to-lobby-government-for-clearer-reopening-guidelines/345427 monthly 0.9 2020-05-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345427_815839_587151.jpg UKSA launches industry survey to lobby government for clearer reopening guidelines Survey results will be published in May and used soon after in conjunction with a joint wellness industry lobbying group for presentation to the government. http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/MPs-write-to-chancellor-demanding-more-support-for-tourism-and-hospitality/345417 monthly 0.9 2020-05-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345417_615883_805551.jpg MPs write to chancellor demanding more support for tourism and hospitality The tourism and hospitality industry has ground to a halt due to the lockdown – and is now asking for further government support http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-government-stepping-up-plans-for-the-return-of-sport/345414 monthly 0.9 2020-05-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345414_139291_351281.jpg UK government 'stepping up plans' for the return of sport The meeting was attended by representatives of football and a number of other major sports http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Beata-Aleksandrowicz-live-streams-facial-tutorials-where-participants-choose-what-they-pay/345405 monthly 0.9 2020-04-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345405_700153_80484.jpg Beata Aleksandrowicz live-streams facial tutorials where participants choose what they pay Aleksandrowicz is offering two group sessions a week http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/GLL-and-Brakes-join-forces-to-create-home-food-delivery-service/345404 monthly 0.9 2020-04-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ GLL pivots to create home food delivery service in partnership with Brakes Brakes normally supplies cafes situated within GLL-operated leisure facilities across the UK http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Amount-of-emergency-funding-handed-out-to-grassroots-sport-hits-8m/345400 monthly 0.9 2020-04-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345400_682763_920187.jpg Amount of emergency funding handed out to grassroots sport hits £8m Lockdown conditions have had a significant impact on grassroots sports – particularly for those with cash-generating facilities which are no longer able to open their doors http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Wellness-For-Heroes-initiative-donates-free-spa-treatments-to-key-workers/345372 monthly 0.9 2020-04-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345372_473969_537651.jpg Wellness For Heroes initiative donates free spa treatments to key workers South Lodge has donated experiences to the initiative http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Leisure-industry-bodies-join-UK-government-to-tackle-loneliness-during-lockdown/345344 monthly 0.9 2020-04-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345344_862103_387853.jpg Leisure industry bodies join UK government to tackle loneliness during lockdown The ‘Tackling Loneliness Network’ group has been tasked with exploring ways to bring people together to build strong community spirit http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Channel-4-comedian-Rosie-Jones-tests-gyms-for-accessibility-–-only-one-of-three-passes-the-test/345342 monthly 0.9 2020-04-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345342_637517_504635.jpg Channel 4 comedian Rosie Jones mystery shopped gyms for accessibility – guess which operator passed the test Jones, who has cerebral palsy, was asked to investigate disabled access to gyms in the latest episode of Joe Lycett’s Got Your Back http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Fourth-World-Wellness-Weekend-will-draw-more-people-to-the-wellness-cause/345307 monthly 0.9 2020-04-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345307_709031_687534.jpg Fourth World Wellness Weekend aims to draw more people to the wellness cause World Wellness Weekend was founded by Jean-Guy de Gabriac http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/GLL-launches-‘any-time-anywhere’-fitness-offering-/345320 monthly 0.9 2020-04-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345320_131701_102606.jpg GLL launches ‘any time, anywhere’ fitness offering The workouts range from 15 to 60 minutes in length and can be played on any internet-enabled device http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Seaham-Hall-launches-virtual-wellbeing-content-/345277 monthly 0.9 2020-04-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345277_40027_717445.jpg Seaham Hall launches virtual wellbeing content The digital wellness content ranges from at-home spa rituals and hypnotherapy relaxation tutorials to cooking lessons and gardening tips http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Health-club-landlords-advised-to-hold-their-nerve-over-non-payment-of-rent/345276 monthly 0.9 2020-04-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345276_721791_614159.jpg Health club landlords advised to hold their nerve over non-payment of rent Pure Gym CEO, Humphrey Cobbold has called on the government to change the law to protect operators http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Section-82-loophole-leaving-gyms-open-to-legal-action-by-landlords/345268 monthly 0.9 2020-04-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345268_201530_100704.jpg Loophole leaves gyms open to legal action by landlords Gyms were forced to close on 20 March and are now facing weeks - if not months - of reduced income http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Martin-Long-CEO-of-DW-Fitness-First-says-cash-crisis-is-looming/345254 monthly 0.9 2020-04-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345254_594586_771631.jpg Martin Long, CEO of DW Fitness First, says cash crisis is looming Martin Long: a cash crisis is looming http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Longleats-Lord-Bath-dies-from-COVID-19/345242 monthly 0.9 2020-04-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Longleat's Lord Bath dies from COVID-19 Lord Bath had died aged 87 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Fitness-professionals:-develop-your-skills-and-prepare-for-when-gyms-and-clubs-reopen/345204 monthly 0.9 2020-04-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345204_588458_546068.jpg Fitness professionals: develop your skills and prepare for when gyms and clubs reopen A number of fitness training providers are now offering CPD online courses http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Foraging-wild-plants-and-herblore-inspire-reimagined-spa-menu/345051 monthly 0.9 2020-03-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345051_718816_289672.jpg Foraging, wild plants and herblore inspire reimagined spa menu Five of agua London’s signature treatments have been reimagined using new Hedgerow by agua products http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Leisure-net-founder-offering-all-Active-net-delegates-free-vegan-pizza/345100 monthly 0.9 2020-03-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345100_126749_750333.jpg Leisure-net founder, Mike Hill, offering Active-net delegates free vegan pizza The pizzas will be made available through One Planet Pizza – a vegan food company set up by Leisure-Net founder and co-owner Mike Hill http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Coronavirus:-Free-advice-for-UK-operators-concerned-about-the-future-of-their-business/345052 monthly 0.9 2020-03-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH345052_368819_285989.jpg Coronavirus: Free advice for UK operators concerned about the future of their business Williams said the best course of action was to 'press pause and not make any knee-jerk decisions' http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Exclusive:-Sue-Harmsworth-launches-Standards-Authority-for-Touch-in-Cancer-Care/344999 monthly 0.9 2020-03-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH344999_120592_154191.jpg Exclusive: Sue Harmsworth launches Standards Authority for Touch in Cancer Care The advisory board is composed of a group of 13 owners and founders of some of the leading training providers in the UK and Ireland http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sport-England-begins-period-of-significant-flexibility-to-support-physical-activity-sector/344996 monthly 0.9 2020-03-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH344996_662317_168745.jpg Sport England begins period of 'significant flexibility' to support physical activity sector Sport England said it would now focus on doing 'everything it can' to encourage people to stay active, wherever possible http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/TAG-Heuer-launches-connected-smartwatch-with-immersive-sports-experience/344993 monthly 0.9 2020-03-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH344993_756851_304400.jpg TAG Heuer launches connected smartwatch with immersive sports experience The data is gathered by a number of sensors, which include a built-in GPS and heart-rate monitor http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Nicki-Kurran-Spa-Consultancy-partners-with-spa-and-leisure-consultants-to-form-SDK-Spa-Developments/344954 monthly 0.9 2020-03-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH344954_781398_644568.jpg Nicki Kurran Spa Consultancy partners with spa and leisure consultants to form SDK Spa Developments The trio worked together on the design, operational setup and opening of The Langley In Buckinghamshire, UK, which features a 1,600sq m subterranean spa http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Amanda-Winwood-honoured-with-Outstanding-Contribution-Award/344953 monthly 0.9 2020-03-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH344953_950190_890663.jpg Amanda Winwood honoured with Outstanding Contribution Award Winwood works closely with people touched by cancer, through her accredited Cancer Touch Therapy training course and charity – called Made for Life Foundation http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/IOG-proposes-rebrand-and-name-change-to-Grounds-Management-Association/344942 monthly 0.9 2020-03-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH344942_331015_992224.jpg IOG proposes rebrand and name change to Grounds Management Association The proposed rebrand and renaming follows research around attitudes towards the existing IOG name and identity http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Coronavirus-in-the-UK:-hospitality-sector-calls-for-government-help-Premier-League-game-postponed/344932 monthly 0.9 2020-03-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2020/HIGH344932_852465_685762.jpg Coronavirus in the UK: hospitality sector calls for government help, Premier League game postponed The Premier League match between Manchester City and Arsenal on 11 March has been postponed as a 'precautionary measure' http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Action-PR-launches-fitness-model-agency/344885 monthly 0.9 2020-03-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH344885_715668_220602.jpg Action PR launches fitness model agency The modelling agency represents a selection of models with a variety of fitness abilities http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Flight-shaming-expected-to-have-significant-impact-on-UK-travel-over-next-two-years/344915 monthly 0.9 2020-03-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH344915_799078_730382.jpg Flight shaming expected to have significant impact on UK travel over next two years Flight shaming originated in Scandinavia, as a possible result of the school climate strikes led by Greta Thunberg http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Scotland’s-first-immersive-studio-opens-as-part-of-£12m-leisure-centre-development/344913 monthly 0.9 2020-03-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Scotland’s 'first immersive studio' opens as part of £1.2m leisure centre development The first floor of the centre has been redeveloped and now features what has been described as 'Scotland's first fully immersive workout environment' http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/£25m-Hornchurch-Sports-Centre-to-open-later-this-year/344908 monthly 0.9 2020-03-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH344908_379547_515432.jpg £25m Hornchurch Sports Centre to open later this year Tom Fletcher Everyone Active's area contract manager (left), councillor Damian White (middle) and Duncan Cogger, regional contract manager, Everyone Active at the topping-out ceremony http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/The-Training-Room-appoints-Chris-Peel-as-CEO/344906 monthly 0.9 2020-03-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH344906_944392_184029.jpg The Training Room appoints Chris Peel as CEO Peel has been tasked with leading the business through its 'next phase of growth' http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sport-Ireland-to-invest-€36m-in-run-up-to-Tokyo-2020/344836 monthly 0.9 2020-03-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH344836_153252_881480.jpg Sport Ireland to invest €36m in run-up to Tokyo 2020 The funding will include a €13.8m grant to fund core activities of 58 NGBs http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Dr-Isaac-Mathai-residence-announced-for-Mandarin-Oriental-London/344819 monthly 0.9 2020-03-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH344819_851937_746179.jpg Dr Isaac Mathai residence announced for Mandarin Oriental London Guests will be able to schedule 45- and 90-minute consultations with Mathai http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Dermalogica-appoint-Louise-Lupton-as-UK-sales-director/344816 monthly 0.9 2020-03-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH344816_964135_789984.jpg Dermalogica appoint Louise Lupton as UK sales director Louise Lupton has 22 years' industry experience http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sports-volunteering-hugely-beneficial-for-young-people/344776 monthly 0.9 2020-02-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Sports volunteering 'hugely beneficial' for young people Sport England is investing £900,000 to support three youth volunteering projects. http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Emergency-storm-relief-funding-already-accessed-by-more-than-100-sports-clubs/344740 monthly 0.9 2020-02-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH344740_714504_356960.jpg Emergency storm relief funding already accessed by more than 100 sports clubs Many grassroots facilities are vulnerable to flooding in England, as many of them are located on flood plains http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Amanda-Daley:-change-food-labelling-to-get-people-more-active/344722 monthly 0.9 2020-02-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Amanda Daley: change food labelling to get people more active PACE labelling would use a symbol to show people how long they would need to walk or run in order to burn off the calories in the food they eat. http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sweat-2020-event-kicks-off-charting-the-UKs-boutique-fitness-market/344696 monthly 0.9 2020-02-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH344696_783313_911074.jpg Sweat 2020 event kicks off, charting the UK's boutique fitness market Sweat 2020 sessions will cover topics such as the use of studio space, programming, consolidating success and aggregators http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Champneys-settles-out-of-court-in-cancer-advice-case/344693 monthly 0.9 2020-02-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH344693_738210_918310.jpg Champneys settles out of court in cancer advice case The operator will no longer face legal action, after the council and the company came to an agreement http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Governments-immigration-plans-branded-disastrous-for-hospitality-and-leisure/344686 monthly 0.9 2020-02-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH344686_417720_427860.jpg Government's immigration plans branded 'disastrous' for hospitality and leisure The hospitality sector has reacted with horror to the proposals, fearing it could lead to further staff shortages http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/NGBs-see-commercial-revenue-growth-but-concerns-remain-over-future-funding/344680 monthly 0.9 2020-02-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH344680_293734_314364.jpg NGBs see commercial revenue growth, but concerns remain over future funding Commercial revenue, including that from sponsorship, accounted for 14 per cent of total NGB income in 2019 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/David-Lloyd-Leisure-facing-prosecution-over-death-of-boy/344660 monthly 0.9 2020-02-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH344660_964717_55650.jpg David Lloyd Leisure facing prosecution over death of boy Rocco Wright died after being found in the water by his father at the David Lloyd Club on Tongue Lane, Leeds http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/House-of-Wisdom-wellness-space-to-open-in-London/344641 monthly 0.9 2020-02-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH344641_570587_118472.jpg House of Wisdom wellness space to open in London The design of the 2,500sq ft space is based on providing a multi-sensorial wellness sanctuary http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Leisure-Centre-introduces-dementia-friendly-swimming-sessions/344628 monthly 0.9 2020-02-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH344628_465827_871012.jpg Leisure Centre introduces dementia-friendly swimming sessions The initiative aims to engage those living with dementia http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/RLSS-and-GLL-partnership-to-promote-swimming-pool-safety/344627 monthly 0.9 2020-02-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH344627_371916_649335.jpg RLSS and GLL partnership to promote swimming pool safety The partnership will run until the end of 2022 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Active-Partnerships-launches-workplace-movement/344608 monthly 0.9 2020-02-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH344608_116085_114390.jpg Active Partnerships launches Workplace Movement scheme to help get staff active The scheme aims to reduce sedentary working, improve health and reduce stress for employees http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Aggregation-in-Fitness-report:-one-in-five-join-a-gym-after-using-marketplace/344592 monthly 0.9 2020-02-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH344592_352985_808458.jpg Aggregation in Fitness report: one in five join a gym after using marketplace The report addresses, and offers analysis, on three key questions identified by Hussle as ones that are often debated by operators http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Work-to-begin-on-Leicester-Tigers-stadium-developments/344580 monthly 0.9 2020-02-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Work to begin on Leicester Tigers stadium developments The £22m project will see the construction of a five-floor, 183 room hotel http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Flexology-to-open-second-site-and-stretching-institute/344570 monthly 0.9 2020-02-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Flexology to open second site and stretching institute Flexology offers six different assisted stretches of three different lengths of time: 15, 25 and 55 minutes. http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sport-England-to-invest-£1m-in-creating-a-more-diverse-workforce-for-grassroots-sport/344554 monthly 0.9 2020-02-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH344554_321038_935497.jpg Sport England to invest £1m in creating a more diverse workforce for grassroots sport The projects receiving funding aim to engage women and/or BAME communities in coaching or volunteering http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Youth-sports-and-culture-projects-receive-£7m-government-investment/344538 monthly 0.9 2020-02-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH344538_19079_489295.jpg Youth sports and culture projects receive £7m government investment Sport England will use £1.32m of the total funding to offer extra-curricular sport to young people in deprived areas http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Project-aims-to-get-women-going-through-menopause-more-physically-active/344536 monthly 0.9 2020-02-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH344536_45552_678085.jpg Project aims to get women going through menopause more physically active Launched by charity Women in Sport, the programme aims to re-engage women with physical activity during menopause http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Independent-report-on-fitness-aggregation-to-be-launched-in-February/344486 monthly 0.9 2020-01-31T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH344486_289383_469012.jpg Independent report on fitness aggregation to be launched in February Topics covered in the report relate to the substitution of members and intervention with potential customers http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Government-launches-digital-portal-to-help-charities-strengthen-safeguarding/344436 monthly 0.9 2020-01-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH344436_407759_52714.jpg Government launches digital portal to help charities strengthen safeguarding Funded by the DCMS and the National Lottery Community Fund, the £1.2m portal will offer free tools to promote good safeguarding in charities http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/David-Lloyd-Clubs-opens-restaurant-promoting-positive-mental-health/344426 monthly 0.9 2020-01-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH344426_172312_79023.jpg David Lloyd Clubs opens restaurant promoting positive mental health Every aspect of the restaurant has been designed with positive mental wellbeing in mind http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Chelsea-FC-becomes-first-Premier-League-club-to-offer-fully-vegan-food-outlet/344400 monthly 0.9 2020-01-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH344400_815963_122890.jpg Chelsea FC becomes first Premier League club to offer fully vegan food outlet The CFC Vegan Kitchen at the club's Stamford Bridge stadium will provide a range of plant-based alternatives for fans on match days http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Leisure-sectors-attracting-five-times-as-many-young-people-as-there-are-jobs-available/344369 monthly 0.9 2020-01-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH344369_513140_937557.jpg Leisure sectors attracting five times as many young people as there are jobs available Five times as many young people want to work in sport as there are jobs available. http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Aqua-Sana-relaunches-Longleat-Forest-spa-after-£6m-investment-/344309 monthly 0.9 2020-01-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH344309_362774_397546.jpg Aqua Sana relaunches Longleat Forest spa after £6m investment The spa includes an exclusive Forest cavern experience http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Birmingham-2022-Games-to-be-accompanied-by-a-nationwide-£120m-festival-of-creativity/344354 monthly 0.9 2020-01-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH344354_593641_395184.jpg Birmingham 2022 Games to be accompanied by a nationwide, £120m festival of creativity The festival has been backed by £120m funding from government http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/The-Gym-Group-plans-further-expansion-as-revenues-hit-£150m-mark/344320 monthly 0.9 2020-01-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH344320_781309_607789.jpg The Gym Group plans further expansion as revenues hit £150m mark The Gym Group CEO Richard Darwin described 2019 as a 'very successful year' for the firm http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-Sport-performance-director-steps-down-just-months-before-Tokyo-2020/344303 monthly 0.9 2020-01-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ UK Sport performance director steps down just months before Tokyo 2020 Warr first joined UK sport in 2005 and was made director of performance in 2016 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Mintel-study:-more-than-six-million-Brits-now-members-of-private-health-clubs/344252 monthly 0.9 2020-01-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH344252_133992_470200.jpg Mintel study: more than six million Brits now members of private health clubs The Mintel figures show that 58 per cent of gym-goers say classes are the main reason they visit a club http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/National-Trust-aims-to-become-net-zero-by-2030/344250 monthly 0.9 2020-01-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH344250_499104_808666.jpg National Trust aims to become net-zero by 2030 The National Trust owns more than 500 heritage properties http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/NHS-to-offer-cancer-patients-prehab-fitness-plans/344192 monthly 0.9 2020-01-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH344192_644210_257442.jpg NHS to offer cancer patients 'prehab' fitness plans The scheme will see people being invited to sign up for the prehab fitness programmes within 48 hours of being diagnosed with cancer http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Everyone-Active-launches-new-boutique-format-–-three-Fortis-studios-to-open-in-January/344178 monthly 0.9 2020-01-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH344178_184320_891064.jpg Everyone Active launches new boutique format – three Fortis studios to open in January Each Fortis studio will be located in a newly created, bespoke space and will offer 30-minute HIIT workouts http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Helping-children-deal-with-cyberbullying:-COMO-Shambhala-speaker-series-for-parents/344090 monthly 0.9 2019-12-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH344090_487913_985851.jpg Helping children deal with cyberbullying: COMO Shambhala speaker series for parents In each session, speakers share their own personal wellness journey, while discussing ways to overcome the myriad of daily challenges that disrupt our path to wellbeing. http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Blackberry-Mountain-to-host-storytelling-retreat/344086 monthly 0.9 2019-12-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH344086_14173_23385.jpg Blackberry Mountain to host storytelling retreat Blackberry Mountain Resort is located in the Great Smoky Mountains, Tennessee. http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Five-sports-secure-elite-funding-ahead-of-Tokyo-2020/344138 monthly 0.9 2019-12-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH344138_749598_758934.jpg Five sports secure elite funding ahead of Tokyo 2020 Archery is among the five sports to receive additional funding for its high-performance programme http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Fusion-Lifestyle-invests-£2m-in-fitness-upgrades/344099 monthly 0.9 2019-12-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH344099_50406_545598.jpg Fusion Lifestyle invests £2m in fitness upgrades The New Chiswick Pool in London is among the centres to receive an upgrade http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Tom-Dixon-designed-agua-London-spa-launches-social-spa-evening/344088 monthly 0.9 2019-12-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH344088_651737_489338.jpg Tom Dixon-designed agua London spa launches social spa evening The Tom Dixon-designed agua London spa is hosting a Roman-inspired spa event. http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Fitness-companies-hit-the-Christmas-marketing-trail/344083 monthly 0.9 2019-12-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH344083_231019_747997.jpg Fitness companies hit the Christmas marketing trail The Hussle commercial has been designed to show how fitness is easy to access http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sport-England-investment-to-help-poorest-children-get-active/344066 monthly 0.9 2019-12-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH344066_26828_94195.jpg Sport England investment to help 'poorest children get active' The funding is expected to see more than 9,000 children, young people and families benefit from new opportunities to taking part in sport http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Celebrity-nutritionist-Amelia-Freer-launches-retreat-at-Lime-Wood-/343952 monthly 0.9 2019-12-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH343952_439045_421544.jpg Celebrity nutritionist Amelia Freer launches retreat at Lime Wood Freer has worked with celebrities such as James Corden and Sam Smith. http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Outgoing-MP-Nicky-Morgan-to-stay-on-as-culture-secretary/344037 monthly 0.9 2019-12-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH344037_235874_911354.jpg Outgoing MP Nicky Morgan to stay on as culture secretary In a surprise move, Morgan has been made a life peer and will lead the DCMS from the House of Lords http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-educational-and-training-programme-launched-for-Welsh-sports-sector/344036 monthly 0.9 2019-12-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH344036_977493_404707.jpg New educational and training programme launched for Welsh sports sector The new CLIP programme will provide regular access to education and training opportunities http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Cambridge-plant-scientists-behind-Bvlgari-spa’s-new-CBD-massage/343938 monthly 0.9 2019-12-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH343938_74088_89672.jpg Cambridge plant scientists behind Bvlgari spa’s new CBD massage KLORIS was started by three multi-disciplinary experts who all experienced the benefits of CBD. http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/England-Netball-sets-out-plan-to-attract-disabled-people-to-the-sport/343972 monthly 0.9 2019-12-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH343972_871210_52919.jpg England Netball sets out plan to attract disabled people to the sport while nearly 1 million people played netball during 2017-18, only 448 deaf and disabled people took part in an England Netball session during that period http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sports-bodies-send-open-letter-to-political-leaders-over-public-health-emergency-/343970 monthly 0.9 2019-12-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH343970_661444_333487.jpg Sports bodies send open letter to political leaders over 'public health emergency' The letter calls for investment in teacher training and school sport facilities http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Being-active-reduces-risk-of-prostate-cancer/343956 monthly 0.9 2019-12-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH343956_426338_162514.jpg Being active reduces risk of prostate cancer those with a variation in their DNA sequence that makes them more likely to be active have a 51 per cent reduced risk of prostate cancer http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Lava-Shells-founder-launches-new-product-house-called-Sensory-Retreats/343868 monthly 0.9 2019-12-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH343868_271398_981332.jpg Lava Shells founder launches new product house called Sensory Retreats Clare Anderson, the founder of Lava Shells and kokolokahi, has launched a product house. http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/ECB-and-Premier-League-launch-joint-venture-to-promote-diversity-at-primary-schools/343926 monthly 0.9 2019-12-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH343926_434279_100878.jpg ECB and Premier League launch joint venture to promote diversity at primary schools The Key Stage 2 resource was launched by England ODI cricket captain Eoin Morgan (pictured) and will enable teachers to discuss with their class how diversity within a team helps to make it stronger http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/AFC-Wimbledon-needs-further-£11m-to-finish-work-on-new-stadium-/343880 monthly 0.9 2019-12-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH343880_866730_117036.jpg AFC Wimbledon needs further £11m to finish work on new stadium The stadium is already taking shape, but the club needds addition funds to finish it http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Prince-Charles-opens-Monart’s-first-UK-sister-site/343830 monthly 0.9 2019-11-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH343830_397246_955338.jpg Prince Charles opens Monart’s first UK sister-site The spa has been built on land owned by the Duchy of Cornwall, the estate of HRH The Prince of Wales. http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Liverpool-FC-launches-public-consultation-on-plans-to-expand-Anfield-capacity-to-61000/343850 monthly 0.9 2019-12-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Liverpool FC launches public consultation on plans to expand Anfield capacity to 61,000 The plans include increasing the capacity of the Anfield Road Stand by around 7,000 seats http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-Athletics-launches-independent-review-of-its-handling-of-the-Nike-Oregon-Project/343836 monthly 0.9 2019-11-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH343836_14807_145710.jpg UK Athletics launches independent review of its handling of the Nike Oregon Project The highest-profile British athlete to train at the NOP was Mo Farah http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Treatments-(and-chocolates)-with-botanical-blends-designed-to-change-your-state-of-mind/343831 monthly 0.9 2019-11-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH343831_635229_795031.jpg Treatments (and chocolates) with botanical blends designed to change your state of mind All spa experiences include a complimentary gin and tonic and chocolate infused with the same ‘state of mind’ botanicals. http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Workspace-provider-WeWork-begins-offering-corporate-wellness-to-users/343814 monthly 0.9 2019-11-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH343814_249988_786119.jpg Workspace provider WeWork begins offering corporate wellness to users Reset LDN will deliver up to 40 classes per week to 6,000+ members and WeWork employees http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Safeguarding-issue-prevents-Zara-Hyde-Peters-from-taking-up-CEO-role-at-UK-Athletics/343768 monthly 0.9 2019-11-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH343768_70599_681254.jpg 'Safeguarding issue' prevents Zara Hyde Peters from taking up CEO role at UK Athletics Hyde Peters (inset) had been appointed to the role in August, http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Disney-themed-Frozen-2-sessions-aim-to-get-families-in-the-pool/343770 monthly 0.9 2019-11-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH343770_650624_800732.jpg Disney-themed Frozen 2 sessions aim to get families in the pool The IOS activators have received specialist training to run the Disney-themed sessions http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Nearly-half-of-Irish-adults-now-regularly-take-part-in-sport/343764 monthly 0.9 2019-11-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH343764_550118_127604.jpg Nearly half of Irish adults now regularly take part in sport There has been an increase of 3 per cent – around 100,000 people – in the number of adults taking part in regular sport since 2017 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Prince-Andrew-no-longer-president-of-ALVA/343757 monthly 0.9 2019-11-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH343757_111765_467953.jpg Prince Andrew 'no longer president of ALVA' Prince Andrew was appointed to the role of president in 1999 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/England-Athletics-looks-to-reach-every-primary-school-child-with-new-Funetics-programme/343750 monthly 0.9 2019-11-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH343750_928505_804476.jpg England Athletics looks to reach every primary school child with new Funetics programme Funetics helps 4-11 year old children across the country to learn, develop and practice running, jumping and throwing skills http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Good-Spa-Guide-and-ESPA-announce-2019-best-UK-spas/343714 monthly 0.9 2019-11-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH343714_873906_327305.jpg Good Spa Guide and ESPA announce 2019 best UK spas Mandara Spa’s Trent Munday presented the awards. http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Hussles-crowd-funding-overfunded-within-days/343726 monthly 0.9 2019-11-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH343726_629841_808238.jpg Hussle's crowd-funding 'overfunded' within days Jamie Ward (left) and Neil Harmsworth launched Hussle (then called PayAsUGym) in 2011 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Derby-University-to-cancel-Spa-Management-degree-in-2022/343665 monthly 0.9 2019-11-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH343665_744188_868925.jpg Derby University to cancel Spa Management degree in 2022 The University is yet to confirm the reason, but the UK Spa Association (UKSPA) has attributed it to reduced demand for the course. http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Lanserhof-at-The-Art’s-Club-launches-tailor-made-supplement-programme/343650 monthly 0.9 2019-11-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH343650_755886_268457.jpg Lanserhof at The Arts Club launches tailor-made supplement programme Bioniq uses in-depth blood, microbiome and genetic tests to track health and produce tailor-made supplements. http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/1Rebel-partners-with-Technogym-to-launch-at-home-fitness-platform-/343642 monthly 0.9 2019-11-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ 1Rebel partners with Technogym to launch at-home fitness platform The Technogym Bike has been priced at £2,450 and the subscription for unlimited classes on the 1Rebel channel will cost £39 a month http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Wildlife-Trusts:-children-should-spend-at-least-one-hour-a-day-in-the-wild/343596 monthly 0.9 2019-11-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH343596_644557_236512.jpg Wildlife Trusts: children should spend at least one hour a day in the wild The research revealed that children’s wellbeing increased after they had spent time connecting with nature http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Tottenham-Hotspur-and-Northampton-Saints-among-IOG-award-winners-for-groundskeeping/343576 monthly 0.9 2019-11-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH343576_903437_988408.jpg Tottenham Hotspur and Northampton Saints among IOG award winners for groundskeeping This year's winners were announced across 20 different categories http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-parasport-fund-to-help-get-disabled-people-more-active/343562 monthly 0.9 2019-11-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH343562_521908_340369.jpg New parasport fund to help get disabled people more active The new funding will offer activity providers the opportunity to apply for grants of between £1,000 and £5,000 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Manchester-Citys-indoor-arena-project-takes-a-step-closer/343538 monthly 0.9 2019-10-31T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH343538_277963_530779.jpg Project to build major indoor arena next to Manchester City stadium takes a step closer Oak View Group released a 'very early stage indicative sketch' of what a new arena could look like http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-LimbPower-player-pathway-published-to-highlight-opportunities-in-disability-sport/343536 monthly 0.9 2019-10-31T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH343536_152843_439374.jpg New LimbPower player pathway published to highlight opportunities in disability sport The resource outlines the different opportunities available for disabled people, from grassroots to elite level sports http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/England-Netball-appoints-Fran-Connolly-as-CEO-/343526 monthly 0.9 2019-10-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ England Netball appoints Fran Connolly as CEO Connolly is an internal appointment and first joined England Netball in 2001 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Only-5-per-cent-of-UK-council-leaders-optimistic-about-Brexit/343514 monthly 0.9 2019-10-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH343514_23710_375523.jpg Only 5 per cent of UK council leaders 'optimistic' about Brexit Nearly half (49.2) of council leaders said health and wellbeing services had already been affected 'negatively or very negatively' due to Brexit preparations http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Kirsty-MacCormick-named-spa-director-at-The-Sequoia-spa/343485 monthly 0.9 2019-10-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH343485_460676_277618.jpg Kirsty MacCormick named spa director at The Sequoia spa MacCormick has previously worked for Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group, Hilton, Champneys Health Resorts and Kohler. http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Caudalie-opens-fourth-London-Boutique-Spa-in-Notting-Hill-/343452 monthly 0.9 2019-10-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH343452_321886_771914.jpg Caudalie opens fourth London Boutique Spa in Notting Hill Caudalie has 39 boutique spas worldwide and has already opened three London locations: Covent Garden, Northcote Road and Islington. http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Health-Foundation-calls-for-joined-up-policies-to-secure-futures-of-young-people/343397 monthly 0.9 2019-10-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH343397_369852_289216.jpg Health Foundation calls for joined-up policies to secure futures of young people The report sets out a range of factors that are putting the UK’s 12-24 year-olds at risk of ill-health later in life http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Regular-exercise-highly-beneficial-for-heart-patients-regardless-of-age/343392 monthly 0.9 2019-10-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH343392_428153_268667.jpg Regular exercise 'highly beneficial' for heart patients, regardless of age All patients taking part in the study experienced improvements http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Government-invests-£13m-in-Bikeability-to-get-children-cycling/343382 monthly 0.9 2019-10-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH343382_927387_496875.jpg Government invests £13m in Bikeability to get children cycling In the 12 months to April 2019, more than 400,000 children took part in Bikeability sessions http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Nikes-new-programme-to-help-young-BAME-leaders-in-sport/343364 monthly 0.9 2019-10-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Nike's new programme to help young BAME leaders in sport The initiative will result in 12 young BAME Londoners benefit from a 12-month package of support and mentoring http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/The-Foundry-plans-to-expand-its-inclusive-boutique-fitness-concept-outside-of-London/343348 monthly 0.9 2019-10-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH343348_602712_916737.jpg The Foundry plans to expand its inclusive boutique fitness concept outside of London Founded by Ben Gotting and Dave Thomas in 2015, The Foundry recently opened its third site in Bank, London. http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Colliers:-health-and-fitness-sector-presenting-great-opportunities-for-real-estate-developers/343342 monthly 0.9 2019-10-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH343342_361574_670831.jpg Colliers: health and fitness sector presenting 'great opportunities' for real estate developers Colliers said developers are beginning to utilise under-used spaces to add fitness opportunities to their projects http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Scotlands-Active-Schools-programme-continues-to-grow/343340 monthly 0.9 2019-10-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Scotland's Active Schools programme continues to grow The past 12 months has seen a 2.1 per cent increase in the number of sport sessions being delivered under the Active Schools banner http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Three-individuals-share-Future-Fit-Trainings-£75000-Legacy-Award-/343339 monthly 0.9 2019-10-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH343339_24812_571976.jpg Three rising stars named winners of Future Fit Training's Legacy Award The winner of the Raise Your Bar award, Joseph Bleetman (left) with with Future Fit Training MD Rob Johnson http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UKs-first-mental-health-club-prepares-for-launch-in-Manchester/343320 monthly 0.9 2019-10-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH343320_202783_990985.jpg UK's first 'mental health club' prepares for launch in Manchester The 10,000sq ft (930sq m) Hero Training Club took two years to design and build http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Gym-Group-founder-John-Treharne-joins-Frame-as-brand-prepares-to-go-nationwide/343308 monthly 0.9 2019-10-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH343308_760238_994772.jpg Gym Group founder John Treharne joins Frame as brand prepares to go nationwide John Treharne (centre) with the founders of Frame, Joan Murphy (left) and Pip Black (right) http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Parkwood-Leisure-launches-Mental-Health-Awareness-workshops-for-employees/343306 monthly 0.9 2019-10-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH343306_422505_525380.jpg Parkwood Leisure launches Mental Health Awareness workshops for employees The Mental Health Awareness in the Workplace workshops will cover communication and listening skills http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UKSA-to-develop-spa-new-qualification-in-partnership-with-the-University-of-Derby/343270 monthly 0.9 2019-10-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH343270_697417_525184.jpg UKSA to develop spa new qualification in partnership with the University of Derby UKSA chairman Adam Chatterley made the announcement at the Summer Networking & Spa Directors Assembly at South Lodge Spa http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Rich-Millard-joins-senior-team-at-Max-Associates/343296 monthly 0.9 2019-10-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH343296_585512_717165.jpg Rich Millard joins senior team at Max Associates Millard will be responsible for supporting the visibility and growth of Max Associates, predominantly in the public sector http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Jeremy-Corbyn:-Labour-would-give-fans-power-to-hire-and-fire-football-club-directors/343294 monthly 0.9 2019-10-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH343294_519829_669495.jpg Jeremy Corbyn: Labour would give fans power to 'hire and fire' football club directors Corbyn said clubs were 'too important to be left in the hands of bad owners' http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Rianna-Riego-announces-launch-of-new-spa-consultancy/343276 monthly 0.9 2019-10-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Rianna Riego announces launch of new spa consultancy Riego has opened and operated a number of spa and wellness resorts during her 22-year career in the industry. http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-government-provides-no-deal-Brexit-guidance-for-hospitality-and-tourism-industry/343242 monthly 0.9 2019-10-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH343242_153165_302270.jpg UK government provides no-deal Brexit guidance for hospitality and tourism industry The guidance suggests each tourism and hospitality company takes 10 'important steps' http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/AB-Hotels-unveils-private-members-spa-at-Sopwell-House-Hotel-with-design-by-Sparcstudio/343208 monthly 0.9 2019-09-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH343208_770057_198576.jpg AB Hotels unveils private members spa at Sopwell House Hotel, with design by Sparcstudio Sopwell House has had a three-storey glass-fronted extension and private spa garden added to the property. http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Council-to-decide-fate-of-£31m-leisure-centre-investment-programme/343227 monthly 0.9 2019-10-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Council to decide fate of £31m leisure centre investment programme The £31.3m investment project includes a new leisure centre in Dudley http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/£18m-funding-injection-for-Lincoln-sports-facilities/343199 monthly 0.9 2019-09-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH343199_421537_605615.jpg £1.8m funding injection for Lincoln sports facilities The project was part-funded by a £899,835 grant from the Football Foundation http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Work-to-begin-on-Chiltern-Lifestyle-Centre-/343172 monthly 0.9 2019-09-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH343172_447115_684274.jpg Work to begin on Chiltern Lifestyle Centre The community hub will bring together a wide range of sport, leisure and community activities and facilities http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Bank-of-Mum-and-Dad-paying-£7000-a-year-to-keep-talented-kids-in-sport/343148 monthly 0.9 2019-09-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ 'Bank of Mum and Dad' paying £7,000 a year to keep talented kids in sport SportsAid alumni include 2017 European gymnastics champion Ellie Downie, the first gymnast to win a major all-around title for Great Britain http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Pioneering-GP-practice-launches-its-own-fitness-club/343130 monthly 0.9 2019-09-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH343130_383970_529300.jpg Pioneering GP practice launches its own fitness club The Clarendon Lodge Medical Practice will open a fitness club offering a range of activities http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Coventry-City-FC-rekindles-plans-for-new-stadium-–-looking-at-several-sites/343128 monthly 0.9 2019-09-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH343128_255799_707833.jpg Coventry City FC rekindles plans for new stadium – looking at 'several sites' The club first moved to its current home, the 32,000-capacity Ricoh Arena, ahead of the 2005-06 season http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Brits-spending-twice-as-long-making-tea-as-doing-exercise-each-week/343110 monthly 0.9 2019-09-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH343110_666439_820113.jpg Brits spending 'twice as long' making tea as doing exercise each week The study was published ahead of the National Fitness Day, which will be held on Wednesday 25 September http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Active-IQ-shuffles-senior-management-team-with-two-new-appointments/343107 monthly 0.9 2019-09-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH343107_82583_346400.jpg Active IQ shuffles senior management team with two new appointments Georgina Shaw has joined the company as director of quality and standards http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/West-Midlands-unveils-tourism-strategy-to-grow-visitor-economy-by-£1bn/343102 monthly 0.9 2019-09-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH343102_510707_138476.jpg West Midlands unveils tourism strategy to grow visitor economy by £1bn The strategy outlines plans to grow the sector's economic value by 9 per cent – from £12.6bn in 2018 to £13.7bn http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Digme-to-open-sixth-site-in-West-London-–-adds-new-programme-of-yoga-classes-/343090 monthly 0.9 2019-09-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH343090_517177_862415.jpg Digme to open sixth site in West London – adds new programme of yoga classes The site will be the operator's fifth in the capital and sixth in total http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/ECB-chief:-Unforgettable-summer-of-cricket-a-once-in-a-generation-opportunity-for-sport/343068 monthly 0.9 2019-09-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH343068_873168_887590.jpg ECB chief: 'Unforgettable summer of cricket' a once-in-a-generation opportunity for sport ECB chief exec Tom Harrison said the heightened profile of cricket should be used to inspire future fans and players http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Glasgow-2014-legacy:-Community-Sport-Hubs-participation-nearly-doubles/343064 monthly 0.9 2019-09-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Glasgow 2014 legacy: Community Sport Hubs participation nearly doubles Sportscotland Mel Young (centre) said the Community Sport Hubs are at the heart of plans to build a more active Scotland http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Health-clubs-losing-millions-by-shunning-disabled-consumers/343036 monthly 0.9 2019-09-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH343036_175522_351342.jpg Health clubs 'losing millions by shunning disabled consumers' Only two per cent of the 500 disabled people interviewed said gym businesses were the 'most accessible' http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Barnet-leisure-centre-opens-as-part-of-£449m-council-investment/343030 monthly 0.9 2019-09-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH343030_729534_257458.jpg Barnet leisure centre opens as part of £44.9m council investment Mayor of Barnet Caroline Stock (left) with deputy mayor Lachhya Bahadur Gurung at the New Barnet Leisure Centre http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Youth-Sport-Trust-pilot:-active-play-is-crucial-to-children-preparing-for-school/343020 monthly 0.9 2019-09-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH343020_316814_602988.jpg Youth Sport Trust pilot: active play is 'crucial' to children preparing for school The physical literacy and social mobility project was designed for children aged between two and four http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Are-gyms-catering-for-disabled-people/342990 monthly 0.9 2019-09-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342990_416572_61894.jpg Are gyms catering for disabled people? 86 per cent of fitness employees responding to the survey think that current training does not equip gym professionals to work with disabled people http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Bath-to-host-major-wellbeing-festival/342951 monthly 0.9 2019-09-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342951_888202_839858.jpg Bath to host major wellbeing festival Bath, England is home to YTL Hotels' Gainsborough Bath Spa http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/University-study:-never-too-late-to-get-into-fitness/342980 monthly 0.9 2019-09-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342980_451589_36816.jpg University study: never too late to get into fitness Even those who are entirely unaccustomed to exercise can benefit from getting physically active http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/FitBits-new-premium-model-looks-to-utilise-data-to-provide-more-personalised-service/342960 monthly 0.9 2019-09-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342960_757644_513016.jpg FitBit's new premium model looks to utilise data to provide 'more personalised service' The paid subscription service will use tracking data on a range of metrics http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/NHS-England-publishes-healthy-towns-guidance/342950 monthly 0.9 2019-09-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342950_453775_14699.jpg NHS England publishes healthy towns guidance Barking Riverside project – one of the UK’s most significant housing developments – is among the 10 Healthy New Towns http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Two-new-galleries-coming-to-Edinburghs-Surgeons-Hall-Museums-in-2020/342948 monthly 0.9 2019-09-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342948_278801_556786.jpg Two new galleries coming to Edinburgh's Surgeons' Hall Museums in 2020 The Surgeons' Hall Museums first opened in 1832 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Seaham-Hall-partners-with-ishga-to-offer-touch-therapy-treatments/342935 monthly 0.9 2019-09-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342935_873642_33070.jpg Seaham Hall partners with ishga to offer touch therapy treatments ishga in good hands is a series of customisable treatments designed for those affected by cancer, exhaustion and stress http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Albamhor-Spa-opens-at-The-Fife-Arms-in-the-Scottish-Highlands/342927 monthly 0.9 2019-09-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342927_357420_771070.jpg Albamhor Spa opens at The Fife Arms in the Scottish Highlands Spa Vision designed, supplied and installed the sauna at the Albamhor Spa http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Barclays-pledges-to-help-make-football-available-to-all-schoolgirls-within-five-years/342926 monthly 0.9 2019-09-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342926_281156_437465.jpg Barclays pledges to help make football available "to all schoolgirls" within five years Barclays will support the FA Girls’ Football School Partnerships, a scheme which uses 100 football hubs to help schools put girls’ football on the curriculum http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Eiffel-Tower-tops-Instagram-charts-after-iconic-landmark-revealed-as-most-tagged-tourist-attraction-worldwide-/342921 monthly 0.9 2019-09-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342921_659798_238761.jpg Eiffel Tower tops Instagram charts after iconic landmark revealed as most tagged tourist attraction worldwide The Eiffel Tower is the most hashtagged visitor attraction on Instagram http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Virgin-Active-launches-apprenticeships-for-managers/342920 monthly 0.9 2019-09-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342920_939360_400257.jpg Virgin Active launches 'apprenticeships for managers' In total, 111 Virgin Active staff members will receive Level 3 Team Leader Supervisor training in small cohorts http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Hussle-signs-deal-with-Premier-Inn/342906 monthly 0.9 2019-09-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Hussle signs deal with Premier Inn Hussle's deal with the budget hotel chain will see Premier Inn guests being offered flexible access to gyms http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Ashley-Roberts-and-DJ-Locksmith-named-National-Fitness-Day-2019-ambassadors/342884 monthly 0.9 2019-08-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342884_355240_141268.jpg Ashley Roberts and DJ Locksmith named National Fitness Day 2019 ambassadors Strictly Come Dancing star Ashley Roberts has become a National Fitness Day ambassador http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Disability-charity-Sense-Sport-secures-Sport-England-grant/342880 monthly 0.9 2019-08-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342880_39875_585595.jpg Disability charity Sense Sport secures Sport England grant The funding forms part of Sport England's strategy of tackling inactivity levels among people with multiple impairments http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Soul-Cycle-to-expand-UK-footprint-with-three-new-London-studios/342852 monthly 0.9 2019-08-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342852_799996_268500.jpg Soul Cycle to expand UK footprint with three new London studios SoulCycle opened its first London site earlier this year is now looking to expand its presence on the capital's booming boutique fitness market http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-Athletics-appoints-Zara-Hyde-Peters-as-CEO/342836 monthly 0.9 2019-08-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342836_519543_717946.jpg UK Athletics appoints Zara Hyde Peters as CEO Hyde Peters is a former long-distance runner and CEO of British Triathlon Federation http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Former-cabinet-secretary-and-chair-of-RCGP-to-deliver-keynotes-at-ukactive-summit/342834 monthly 0.9 2019-08-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342834_262034_658327.jpg Former cabinet secretary and chair of RCGP to deliver keynotes at ukactive summit The theme for this year's National Summit will be ‘The Backbone of a Modern Britain’ http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/EFL-clubs-partner-with-Mind-for-mental-health-project/342828 monthly 0.9 2019-08-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342828_738307_83934.jpg EFL clubs partner with Mind for mental health project The campaign aims to support more than 120,000 people with mental health problems across the country http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Arvinda-Gohil-to-replace-Rosi-Prescott-as-Central-YMCA-chief-executive/342816 monthly 0.9 2019-08-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342816_45806_259045.jpg Arvinda Gohil to replace Rosi Prescott as Central YMCA chief executive Gohil will take up her new position on 19 September http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Government-considering-bringing-in-personalised-health-checks-to-the-NHS/342808 monthly 0.9 2019-08-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342808_324588_257550.jpg Government considering bringing in personalised health checks to the NHS It is hoped that the review will highlight how lifestyle factors, such as being physically inactive, should be taken into account in the health checks http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Work-underway-on-£21m-Pontefract-leisure-centre-–-will-become-regions-largest/342804 monthly 0.9 2019-08-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342804_389428_22784.jpg Work underway on £21m Pontefract leisure centre – will become region's largest The Five Towns Leisure and Wellbeing Hub will be owned by Wakefield Council http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Report-calls-for-increased-opportunities-for-mixed-ability-sport/342784 monthly 0.9 2019-08-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Report calls for increased opportunities for mixed ability sport The research found that mixed ability sports create benefits on individual, club and societal level http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Wattbike-secures-BUPA-deal-–-will-provide-30-clinics-with-indoor-cycles/342760 monthly 0.9 2019-08-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342760_195958_605090.jpg Wattbike secures BUPA deal – will provide 30+ clinics with indoor cycles The partnership deal will see Wattbikes being used as part of Bupa’s Peak Health Assessment http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Active-Nation-expands-budget-portfolio-with-acquisition-of-énergie-site/342740 monthly 0.9 2019-08-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342740_220780_493245.jpg Active Nation expands budget portfolio with acquisition of énergie site The 4,140sq ft club houses a 60-station gym floor equipped by Precor, a free weights zone and a small group training area http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Thinktank:-more-holidays-and-better-pay-for-low-pay-workers-would-transform-UK-productivity/342728 monthly 0.9 2019-08-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342728_350010_737738.jpg Thinktank: more holidays and better pay for low-pay workers would 'transform UK productivity' NEF says that increasing lower-earners' pay is an efficient way of boosting demand because workers on lower wages are 'far more likely to spend rather than save' http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Work-begins-on-new-Scottish-park-–-£6m-project-set-to-open-in-2021/342722 monthly 0.9 2019-08-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342722_921392_436340.jpg Work begins on new Scottish park – £6m project set to open in 2021 The Auldcathie Park will cost an estimated £6m and will feature woodland walks and outdoor fitness areas http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Own-the-Ride-looks-to-inspire-more-people-to-take-up-cycling-ahead-of-UCI-world-championships/342714 monthly 0.9 2019-08-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342714_815581_321566.jpg Own the Ride looks to inspire more people to take up cycling ahead of UCI world championships The campaign looks to engage people with the UCI World Championships and encourage them to create their own opportunities to be active through cycling http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/England-Volleyball-appoints-new-CEO/342712 monthly 0.9 2019-08-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342712_122459_231784.jpg Volleyball England appoints new CEO Participation in volleyball has increased in England since the London 2012 Olympic Games http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Play-Must-Stay-campaign-calls-for-urgent-investment-in-public-play-provision/342686 monthly 0.9 2019-08-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342686_66431_34151.jpg 'Play Must Stay' campaign calls for urgent investment in public play provision Nearly two in three parents in families with access to a playground said the park makes their child play outside more http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/England-Hockey-appoints-Nick-Pink-to-replace-outgoing-Sally-Munday-as-CEO/342652 monthly 0.9 2019-08-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ England Hockey appoints Nick Pink to replace outgoing Sally Munday as CEO Pink joins England Hockey from Golf England http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Rangers-FC-reveals-plans-to-expand-historic-Ibrox-Stadium/342642 monthly 0.9 2019-08-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342642_177331_109402.jpg Rangers FC reveals plans to expand historic Ibrox Stadium The expansion would be the biggest project the club has undertaken at Ibrox for more than 20 years http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Boom-Cycle-to-open-fifth-London-site-/342636 monthly 0.9 2019-08-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342636_391986_27782.jpg Boom Cycle to open fifth London site Launched in 2011, Boom Cycle currently operates four sites in London http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/National-Space-Centre-begins-work-on-reality-lab-to-attract-new-audiences/342604 monthly 0.9 2019-07-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342604_202846_325748.jpg National Space Centre begins work on 'reality lab' to attract new audiences An AR execution of the Apollo craft - the news of construction of the XR Lab comes 50 years after humans first walked on the Moon http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Birmingham-2022-branding-and-logo-revealed-to-mark-three-year-landmark/342600 monthly 0.9 2019-07-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342600_633317_14777.jpg Birmingham 2022 branding and logo revealed The brand vision has been built around the theme of ‘a Games for Everyone’. http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sport-is-GREAT-campaign-kicks-off-Team-GB-preparations-for-Tokyo-2020/342596 monthly 0.9 2019-07-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Sport is GREAT campaign kicks off Team GB preparations for Tokyo 2020 The campaign looks to promote British sport to a worldwide audience http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Leisure-spending-remains-robust-despite-Brexit-worries/342590 monthly 0.9 2019-07-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342590_85183_480883.jpg Leisure spending remains robust despite Brexit worries Consumers have spent more on attending live sports events so far this summer http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/More-Leisure-to-open-first-own-branded-gym/342584 monthly 0.9 2019-07-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342584_278241_919106.jpg More Leisure to open first own-branded gym The More Fitness club in Market Harborough will be More's first own-branded facility http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Plans-tabled-for-Chard-leisure-centre-/342562 monthly 0.9 2019-07-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342562_523102_984571.jpg Plans tabled for Chard leisure centre Alliance Leisure is working with architecture consultancy practice AHR to create the centre http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Projects-using-sport-to-combat-knife-crime-secure-government-funding/342548 monthly 0.9 2019-07-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342548_881263_666473.jpg Projects using sport to combat knife crime secure government funding Funded projects include an initiative offering midnight basketball sessions in London http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Rich-Millard-joins-Future-Fit-Trainings-senior-team/342549 monthly 0.9 2019-07-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342549_947805_28541.jpg Rich Millard joins Future Fit Training's senior team Millard has spent more than 40 years working in the leisure industry http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/British-government-to-investigate-impact-of-tourism-on-the-environment/342523 monthly 0.9 2019-07-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342523_914166_396723.jpg British government to investigate impact of tourism on the environment Tourism accounts for an estimated 5 per cent of global greenhouse gas emissions http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Woking-FC-stadium-plans-go-on-show/342526 monthly 0.9 2019-07-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342526_362882_844375.jpg Woking FC stadium plans go on show The ambitious plans, which include more than a thousand new houses, are driven by GoldDev Woking Ltd and Woking Football Club http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Think-tank:-NHS-should-prescribe-patients-with-fitness-trackers-to-help-prevent-long-term-conditions/342514 monthly 0.9 2019-07-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342514_561478_708939.jpg Think tank: NHS should prescribe patients with fitness trackers to help prevent long-term conditions The report argues that technology offers huge opportunities to keep patients out of the NHS by aiding the prevention of disease http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sport-England-appoints-Alison-Donnelly-Number-10-head-of-news-as-digital-director/342498 monthly 0.9 2019-07-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342498_331969_187698.jpg Sport England appoints Alison Donnelly, Number 10 head of news, as digital director In her current role, Donnelly (centre) has worked closely with the Prime Minister, Theresa May (right) http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Plans-submitted-for-£23m-Coalville-Leisure-Centre-/342491 monthly 0.9 2019-07-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342491_659714_270707.jpg Plans submitted for £23m Coalville Leisure Centre To be owned by North West Leicestershire District Council, the centre will be operated by Everyone Active http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-planning-guidance-to-make-sports-developments-simpler-for-local-authorities/342474 monthly 0.9 2019-07-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342474_914108_255672.jpg New planning guidance to make sports developments 'simpler' for local authorities The guidance aims to help those looking to create sports infrastructure navigate the planning system http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Activity-Alliance-campaign-looks-to-call-time-on-negative-perceptions/342472 monthly 0.9 2019-07-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342472_62723_942635.jpg Activity Alliance campaign looks to 'call time on negative perceptions' The Who Says? campaign looks to dispel negative perceptions about disability, inclusion and sport http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/London-Sport-appoints-digital-transformation-expert-Jillian-Moore-as-chair/342460 monthly 0.9 2019-07-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ London Sport appoints digital transformation expert Jillian Moore as chair Moore has been recruited for her experience in designing and delivering digital transformation for organisations http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Waggett-says-higher-rates-of-pay-mean-more-instructors-view-their-work-as-a-career-rather-than-a-hobby/342414 monthly 0.9 2019-07-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342414_496561_965031.jpg Waggett says higher rates of pay mean more instructors view their work as a career, rather than a hobby Third Space has a range of pay rates depending on customer draw http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-This-Girl-Can-campaign-focuses-on-women-and-cycling/342372 monthly 0.9 2019-07-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342372_614756_771753.jpg New This Girl Can campaign focuses on women and cycling HSBC UK Breeze has attracted 250,000 participants since its inception in 2011 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Winter-sports-given-cash-boost-to-build-on-medal-successes/342336 monthly 0.9 2019-07-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342336_442594_539739.jpg Winter sports given cash boost to build on medal successes Snowboarding is one of the sports to gain additional funding as GB chases medal success at the 2022 Beijing winter games http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Duncan-Bannatyne-takes-back-the-reins-at-Bannatyne-as-CEO-Justin-Musgrove-steps-down/342328 monthly 0.9 2019-07-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342328_784601_805602.jpg Duncan Bannatyne takes back the reins at Bannatyne as CEO Justin Musgrove steps down Bannatyne Group is undergoing a significant investment programme http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Milan-Cortinas-2026-Games-to-rely-on-existing-infrastructure-–-master-plan-features-one-new-venue-/342318 monthly 0.9 2019-06-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342318_692326_693214.jpg Milan-Cortina's 2026 Games to rely on existing infrastructure – master plan features one new venue Milan-Cortina will host the 2026 Olympic and Paralymic Games http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/First-ever-UK-Tourism-Sector-Deal-includes-plan-to-build-130000-new-hotel-rooms-by-2025/342316 monthly 0.9 2019-06-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342316_57894_433828.jpg First ever UK Tourism Sector Deal includes plan to build 130,000 new hotel rooms by 2025 The deal looks to grow tourism in the regions, with 75 per cent of the 130,000 new hotel rooms set to be built outside of London http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/£40m-eco-friendly-Riverside-Leisure-Centre-opens-its-doors/342314 monthly 0.9 2019-06-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ £40m eco-friendly Riverside Leisure Centre opens its doors The Riverside Leisure Centre in Chelmsford has been awarded a 'very good' BREEAM sustainability rating http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Loughborough-University-launches-resource-to-help-children-be-physically-ready-for-school/342300 monthly 0.9 2019-06-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342300_947294_544139.jpg Loughborough University launches resource to help children be physically ready for school The Early Movers service provides information on some of the core principles underpinning physical development in children http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Leicester-Tigers-put-up-for-sale/342294 monthly 0.9 2019-06-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Leicester Tigers put up for sale The club has already received a number of enquiries from potential new owners http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Nottingham-Forest-FC-secures-land-deal-to-pave-way-for-stadium-redevelopment-/342292 monthly 0.9 2019-06-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342292_393665_593833.jpg Nottingham Forest FC secures land deal to pave way for stadium redevelopment The plans to redevelop the City Ground were first unveiled earlier this year http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Collaboration-vs-aggregation-whats-the-difference/342290 monthly 0.9 2019-06-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Collaboration vs aggregation - what’s the difference? MoveGB drives loyalty and retention http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/National-School-Sport-Week:-two-in-three-parents-have-no-idea-of-recommended-activity-levels/342282 monthly 0.9 2019-06-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342282_125881_843384.jpg National School Sport Week: two in three parents have no idea of recommended activity levels The National School Sport Week is taking place until 28 June http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Update:-boy-who-fell-from-Twister-rollercoaster-leaves-hospital/342240 monthly 0.9 2019-06-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342240_173579_707794.jpg Update: boy who fell from Twister rollercoaster leaves hospital The child fell from the Twister coaster (pictured), a spinning steel ride capable of reaching a speed of 29 mph http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/University-study-to-investigate-important-role-of-exercise-in-cancer-care/342228 monthly 0.9 2019-06-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342228_904106_620595.jpg University study to investigate 'important role' of exercise in cancer care The research has been designed to help build a solid evidence base to support the use of exercise in the holistic management of people living with cancer http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/17-projects-to-share-£54m-of-funding-from-Wales-new-Healthy-and-Active-Fund/342210 monthly 0.9 2019-06-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342210_199433_78939.jpg 17 projects to share £5.4m of funding from Wales' new Healthy and Active Fund Funding will be given to initiatives and organisations which promote and enable healthy activity http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-management-team-credited-with-reversal-of-membership-decline-at-Total-Fitness/342202 monthly 0.9 2019-06-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342202_646345_988611.jpg New management team credited with "reversal of membership decline" at Total Fitness The turnaround has been credited to a "new purpose" installed by the management team, led by Sophie Lawler (pictured) http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/The-Gym-Group-offers-free-memberships-to-stressed-teenagers/342180 monthly 0.9 2019-06-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342180_647952_506717.jpg The Gym Group offers free memberships to 'stressed teenagers' The budget chain is offering free six-week memberships to 16 to 18-year-olds http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Londons-Science-Museum-to-open-gallery-charting-the-citys-rise-as-a-scientific-power/342144 monthly 0.9 2019-06-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342144_542694_11967.jpg London's Science Museum to open gallery charting the city's rise as a scientific power Detail on the Willem Janszoon Blaeu globe from 1599 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Škoda-and-Dame-Sarah-Storey-launch-female-only-cycling-academy/342126 monthly 0.9 2019-06-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Škoda and Dame Sarah Storey launch female-only cycling academy The Academy experience will also act as an extended trial with Storey Racing, Dame Sarah Storey’s professional race team http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sports-people-included-in-Queens-Birthday-Honours-list/342122 monthly 0.9 2019-06-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Sports people included in Queen's Birthday Honours list Sally Munday, who last month was appointed CEO of UK Sport, has been awarded an OBE http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Natural-History-Museum-seeks-new-director-after-Sir-Michael-Dixon-announces-retirement-date/342082 monthly 0.9 2019-06-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342082_263573_954358.jpg Natural History Museum seeks new director after Sir Michael Dixon announces retirement date Sir Michael Dixon has been director of London's Natural History Museum since 2004 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Investment-boost-for-Irish-attractions-seeks-to-transform-its-tourism-landscape/342068 monthly 0.9 2019-06-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342068_783641_777444.jpg Investment boost for Irish attractions seeks to transform its tourism landscape Dublin Castle is part of Ireland's growing tourism industry http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/£20m-Dunstable-community-and-leisure-hub-opens-its-doors/342060 monthly 0.9 2019-06-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342060_478928_431459.jpg £20m Dunstable community and leisure hub opens its doors The £20m leisure hub will bring a number of services under one roof http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Active-Nation-adds-to-budget-club-portfolio-with-Fit4Less-acquisition/342054 monthly 0.9 2019-06-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342054_404522_717724.jpg Active Nation adds to budget club portfolio with Fit4Less acquisition A cycling studio has been kitted out with Keiser M3 bikes http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-Sport-England-fund-to-diversify-the-sport-and-physical-activity-sector/342044 monthly 0.9 2019-06-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342044_688957_230068.jpg New Sport England fund to diversify the sport and physical activity sector The funding will offer grants to organisations wanting to engage women and/or BAME communities in volunteering or coaching opportunities http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/England-Hockey-and-Glasgow-2018-among-winners-of-Sports-Business-Awards/342036 monthly 0.9 2019-06-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH342036_680696_655005.jpg England Hockey and Glasgow 2018 among winners of Sports Business Awards Glasgow 2018 won the UK's Best Sports Event of the Year award http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Parkwood-Leisure-secures-new-deals-diversifies-its-portfolio-to-include-attractions/341995 monthly 0.9 2019-05-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Parkwood Leisure secures new deals, diversifies its portfolio to include attractions Parkwood has secured deals to manage two attractions – including Pavilion Gardens in Buxton http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Robert-Gofton-named-CEO-of-RLSS-UK/341991 monthly 0.9 2019-05-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH341991_13515_786812.jpg Robert Gofton named CEO of RLSS UK Formerly the CEO for children’s charity CHICKS, Gofton is a former professional cricketer http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Report:-government-should-focus-funding-on-personal-wellbeing-not-economic-growth/341980 monthly 0.9 2019-05-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH341980_401622_456245.jpg Report: government should focus funding on personal wellbeing, not economic growth The report's recommendations include providing children with the 'tools to lead fulfilling lives' by developing 'good values and passionate interests' http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Debenhams-linked-budget-fitness-chain-Sweat!-shuts-its-doors/341974 monthly 0.9 2019-05-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH341974_533112_173941.jpg Sweat! goes bust – Debenhams-linked budget fitness chain shuts its doors Sweat! had plans to roll out a network of in-store gyms at Debenhams retail stores http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Welsh-council-launches-company-to-operate-leisure-facilities/341954 monthly 0.9 2019-05-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH341954_914659_75293.jpg Welsh council launches company to operate leisure facilities Byw’n Iach MD Amanda Davies (second from right) with board members Jason Parry, Beth Lawton and Dewi Owen http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Balance-training-trend-gathers-pace-–-Reaxing-secures-UK-distributor/341952 monthly 0.9 2019-05-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH341952_433878_814023.jpg Balance training trend gathers pace One of the balance training suppliers is Reaxing, which offers a wide range of products http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/A-UK-first-– swimming-pool-built-inside-a-sports-hall/341924 monthly 0.9 2019-05-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH341924_935704_780076.jpg A UK first – swimming pool built inside a sports hall The 25m pool and spa were constructed within the existing structure at Monmouth Leisure Centre http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Scottish-secretary-meets-with-LTA-chief-to-ensure-Murray-legacy-is-not-lost/341908 monthly 0.9 2019-05-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH341908_429400_956524.jpg Scottish secretary meets with LTA chief to ensure "Murray legacy" is not lost Three-time Grand Slam winner Andy said 'not enough has been done' to build on British success in recent years http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Report:-UK-fitness-sector-worth-£5bn-penetration-rate-hits-15-per-cent/341900 monthly 0.9 2019-05-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH341900_649594_68809.jpg Report: UK fitness sector worth £5bn, penetration rate hits 15 per cent There was an increase of 2.9 per cent in the number of UK fitness facilities during 2018-19, while the total number of gym members grew by 4.7 per cent http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Swim-England-and-RLSS-sign-deal-to-make-training-more-accessible-to-aquatic-workforce/341897 monthly 0.9 2019-05-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH341897_33467_627000.jpg Swim England and RLSS sign deal to make training more accessible to aquatic workforce RLSS UK's Lee Heard (left) with Swim England CEO Jane Nickerson (centre) and Rebecca Cox, managing director of Institute of Swimming (right) http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sportscotlands-new-corporate-strategy-outlines-vision-for-active-nation/341888 monthly 0.9 2019-05-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH341888_317258_972967.jpg Sportscotland's ambitious new corporate strategy outlines vision for active nation The strategy outlines Sporstscotland's vision for the future, which is based on six key principles http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Work-beings-on-£63m-Market-Rasen-Leisure-Centre/341882 monthly 0.9 2019-05-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH341882_943175_423714.jpg Work begins on £6.3m Market Rasen Leisure Centre The centre was designed by CPMG Architects and will be developed by Morgan Sindall http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Grayshott-Health-Spa-launches-healthy-cookery-school-/341846 monthly 0.9 2019-05-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH341846_186763_831532.jpg Grayshott Health Spa launches Health Regime experience and healthy cookery school Grayshott was previously the home of noted poet Alfred, Lord Tennyson http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Newly-rebranded-Hussle-partners-with-mobile-provider-Three/341842 monthly 0.9 2019-05-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH341842_551727_842969.jpg Newly rebranded Hussle partners with mobile provider Three The deal will provide Hussle with access to a new customer base http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Unhealthy-lifestyles:-premature-heart-deaths-rise-for-first-time-in-50-years-/341824 monthly 0.9 2019-05-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH341824_333595_131226.jpg Unhealthy lifestyles: premature heart deaths rise for first time in 50 years The increase in premature deaths has been blamed on the obesity epidemic and sedentary lifestyles which lead to physical inactivity http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Former-Disney-and-Man-U-executive-Andy-Anson-named-British-Olympic-Association-CEO/341814 monthly 0.9 2019-05-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Former Disney and Man Utd executive Andy Anson named British Olympic Association CEO Anson joins the BOA after a career spent in sport and entertainment http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Cycling-not-taken-seriously-by-central-or-local-governments/341808 monthly 0.9 2019-05-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH341808_77626_459073.jpg Cycling 'not taken seriously' by central or local governments The British Cycling report makes three key recommendations based on the report's findings http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/White-paper:-more-needs-to-be-done-to-promote-group-exercise/341798 monthly 0.9 2019-05-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH341798_328813_642831.jpg More needs to be done to promote group exercise EMD UK figures show that around 4.86 million people take part in group classes every week http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Formby-Hall-announces-brand-partnership-with-Made-for-Life-Organics/341796 monthly 0.9 2019-05-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH341796_586043_577559.jpg Formby Hall announces brand partnership with Made for Life Organics Formby Hall will offer a range of Made for Life Organics treatments including its Cancer Touch Therapy http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Basketball-England-to-train-staff-in-mental-health-awareness/341794 monthly 0.9 2019-05-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH341794_649241_259898.jpg Basketball England to train staff in mental health awareness Active IQ will upskill Basketball England’s regional talent managers http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-secures-two-further-world-championships-to-add-to-decade-of-sport/341754 monthly 0.9 2019-05-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH341754_621821_426457.jpg UK secures two further world championships to add to 'decade of sport' London won the bid to host the 2020 World Skateboarding Championships http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sally-Munday-appointed-CEO-of-UK-Sport/341746 monthly 0.9 2019-05-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Sally Munday appointed CEO of UK Sport Munday was awarded an MBE for services to hockey in 2013 and will take up her role at UK Sport later this year http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/1Rebel-secures-large-studio-site-at-Londons-iconic-Post-Building-/341708 monthly 0.9 2019-05-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH341708_823582_499332.jpg 1Rebel secures large studio site at London's iconic Post Building 1Rebel will occupy a 9,000sq ft site across the ground floor and mezzanine levels at the building http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Voluntary-code:-UK-sports-bodies-plough-£142m-of-TV-money-into-grassroots/341710 monthly 0.9 2019-05-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH341710_456952_897987.jpg Voluntary code: UK sports bodies plough £142m of TV money into grassroots The code requires signatories – which include The FA – to put a minimum of 30 per cent of net broadcasting revenues back into their respective sports http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Welsh-sport-creating-social-value-of-£34bn-each-year/341698 monthly 0.9 2019-05-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH341698_676886_597944.jpg Welsh sport creating social value of £3.4bn each year Sport participation saved the Welsh NHS an estimated £295m in 2016-17 through reduced risks associated with heart disease and other lifestyle illnesses. http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/PM-Theresa-May-opens-Burnleys-new-£45m-Leisure-Box/341656 monthly 0.9 2019-04-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH341656_138684_765705.jpg PM Theresa May opens Burnley's new £4.5m Leisure Box May praised the facility and the opportunities it will create to provide hard-to-reach parts of the community http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Hull-Maritime-attractions-looking-likely-to-get-major-£275m-revamp/341628 monthly 0.9 2019-04-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH341628_49358_947175.jpg Hull Maritime attractions looking likely to get major £27.5m revamp A public consultation has been put out with renderings on display in the Trinity Market for Hull residents to see http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sport-England-targets-increased-activity-levels-through-local-pilot-schemes/341611 monthly 0.9 2019-04-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH341611_417067_175430.jpg Sport England targets increased activity levels through local pilot schemes Sport England is halfway through its five-year strategy, Towards an Active Nation http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Technology-and-education-–-key-to-a-better-understanding-of-exercise-recovery/341583 monthly 0.9 2019-04-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH341583_961503_663534.jpg Technology and education – key to a better understanding of exercise recovery The right balance of exercise and recovery can aid performance improvement http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Landmark-Slam-Jam-campaign-to-get-180000-primary-school-kids-playing-basketball/341600 monthly 0.9 2019-04-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH341600_714754_921400.jpg Landmark 'Slam Jam' campaign to get 180,000 primary school kids playing basketball Targeted specifically at 7-11-year olds, the programme will be delivered in both school and community locations http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Stephen-Hawking-VR-tour-of-the-universe-will-launch-in-2020-and-go-worldwide/341572 monthly 0.9 2019-04-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH341572_28217_412850.jpg Stephen Hawking VR tour of the universe will launch in 2020 and go worldwide Stephen Hawking and Anthony Geffen worked closely on a VR journey around the universe http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/SCL-names-Brad-Rushton-as-managing-director-for-education-and-training-arm/341576 monthly 0.9 2019-04-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH341576_525524_622357.jpg SCL names Brad Rushton as managing director for education and training arm Prior to joining SCL, Rushton spent 14 years at Fitness First – including 18 months as head of UK operations http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Finalists-revealed-for-largest-ever-ukactive-Awards/341552 monthly 0.9 2019-04-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH341552_556719_695737.jpg Finalists revealed for largest ever ukactive Awards The ukactive Awards 2019 will feature 18 different categories, with winners announced at a gala event in June http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Body-image-revealed-as-theme-for-2019-Mental-Health-Awareness-Week-/341542 monthly 0.9 2019-04-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH341542_854080_564086.jpg Body image revealed as theme for 2019 Mental Health Awareness Week The MHF says body image issues can affect http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/FA-announces-£376m-turnover-for-2017-18-–-invests-record-£128m-back-into-sport/341536 monthly 0.9 2019-04-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH341536_210776_154972.jpg FA announces £376m turnover for 2017-18 – invests record £128m back into sport The £128m invested into English football included efforts to modernise the grassroots game with digital investment http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/ECB-to-explore-gaming-and-esports-opportunities/341506 monthly 0.9 2019-04-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH341506_865801_360446.jpg ECB to explore gaming and esports opportunities ECB will explore how to best harness the power of gaming to attract young audiences to cricket http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Ottawa-and-New-York-make-their-cases-to-join-English-Rugby-League-/341482 monthly 0.9 2019-04-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH341482_257667_159669.jpg Ottawa and New York make their cases to join English Rugby League The first overseas club in the RFL, the Toronto Wolfpack, won promotion to the Championship in its first season http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-climate-change-museum-looks-for-funding-to-accelerate-development/341449 monthly 0.9 2019-04-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH341449_269280_524367.jpg UK climate change museum looks for funding to accelerate development Bleak future? The cultural sector is starting to use its weight in tackling climate change http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Accessibility:-DDA-compliance-is-not-necessarily-enough/341438 monthly 0.9 2019-04-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH341438_137844_807759.jpg Accessibility: DDA compliance is 'not necessarily' enough Accessibility to sport has a hugely positive effect for people with disabilities and long-term conditions http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Elevate-signs-up-Metro-Blind-Sport-as-charity-partner-to-promote-inclusivity/341418 monthly 0.9 2019-04-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH341418_883297_911353.jpg Elevate signs up Metro Blind Sport as charity partner to promote inclusivity Metro Blind Sport aims to make sport available for all vision-impaired people, regardless of age or sporting ability http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/David-Langridge-launches-1FitLife-new-on-demand-fitness-provider-/341406 monthly 0.9 2019-04-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH341406_469048_928349.jpg David Langridge launches 1FitLife, new on-demand fitness provider 1FitLife has already secured a deal to supply virtual fitness platform Wexer http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Talent-plan-launched-for-English-athletes/341404 monthly 0.9 2019-04-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Talent plan launched for English athletes The plan underlines that sport should remain a positive experience for everyone in the talent system http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Concussion:-sports-must-“show-they-care-about-player-welfare”/341394 monthly 0.9 2019-04-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH341394_885948_814633.jpg Concussion: sports must “show they care about player welfare” Rugby is one sport that has started taking action on concussion http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sport-and-Recreation-Alliance-appoints-Lisa-Wainwright-as-CEO/341376 monthly 0.9 2019-04-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH341376_870142_495541.jpg Sport and Recreation Alliance appoints Lisa Wainwright as CEO Wainwright was CEO of Volleyball England for a number of years and most recently spent two years as CEO of GB Basketball http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Victus-Soul-sets-sights-on-growth-as-concept-is-locked-down/341370 monthly 0.9 2019-04-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH341370_644673_501066.jpg Victus Soul sets sights on growth as concept is 'locked down' Boxing-inspired group exercise classes are a big part of Victus Soul's HIIT concept http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Watchers-begin-vigil-on-Hadrian’s-Wall-to-mark-final-GoT-series/341366 monthly 0.9 2019-04-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH341366_818221_671884.jpg Watchers begin vigil on Hadrian’s Wall to mark final GoT series English Heritage's Watchers on the Wall will be attired as warriors of the Night's Watch http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/The-protein-myth:-why-food-first-is-best-and-plant-based-is-healthier/341155 monthly 0.9 2019-03-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH341155_706599_241329.jpg The protein myth: why food-first is best and plant-based is healthier Meat-based proteins have increasingly been linked with a number of diseases http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/PwC-report:-spike-in-available-new-UK-hotel-rooms-to-stymie-growth/341314 monthly 0.9 2019-03-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ PwC report: spike in available new UK hotel rooms to stymie growth The Great Scotland Yard hotel is one of the luxury properties to be added to the London hotel mix in 2019 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Boutique-gyms-must-“consider-gamification-and-VR”-to-engage-Generation-Z-members/341310 monthly 0.9 2019-03-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH341310_76304_719740.jpg Boutique gyms must “consider gamification and VR” to engage Generation Z members V1BE was one of the first boutique studios in Manchester http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Xercise4Less-appoints-chief-tech-officer-to-lead-innovation-ahead-of-expansion/341288 monthly 0.9 2019-03-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH341288_628687_757822.jpg Xercise4Less appoints chief tech officer to lead innovation ahead of expansion Renier Pretorius tasked with structuring Xercise4Less' IT organisation and leading a 'digital revolution' http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/SLL-partners-with-Institute-of-Swimming-to-drive-swimming-teacher-recruitment/341240 monthly 0.9 2019-03-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH341240_921852_631821.jpg SLL partners with Institute of Swimming to drive swimming teacher recruitment SLL provides swimming lessons to 12,000 kids a week, but needs more teachers http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Rugby-League-World-Cup-2021-to-leave-a-lasting-legacy-in-England/341218 monthly 0.9 2019-03-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH341218_560222_730440.jpg Rugby League World Cup 2021 to leave a lasting legacy in England Australia won the 2017 Rugby League World Cup, beating England in the final http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/VisitEnglands-microgap-campaign-targets-young-Brits-/341179 monthly 0.9 2019-03-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ VisitEngland's "microgap" campaign targets young Brits At the heart of the campaign is the promotion of 'microgaps' for youngsters http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Welsh-Assembly-to-make-PE-and-school-sport-priorities-in-efforts-to-get-children-active/341166 monthly 0.9 2019-03-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH341166_262224_279608.jpg Welsh Assembly to make PE and school sport priorities in efforts to get children active The report also called for an agreed national measurement framework for physical activity levels and fitness http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Tourism-the-winner-in-Spring-Statement-apprenticeship-levy-amendments-confirmed/341158 monthly 0.9 2019-03-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH341158_627351_741649.jpg Fitness industry welcomes government commitment to Apprenticeship Levy Hammond made changes to the apprenticeship levy system which will affect every sector within leisure http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Luton-Town-secures-final-approval-for-new-stadium-/341150 monthly 0.9 2019-03-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH341150_506590_355392.jpg Luton Town secures final approval for new stadium The stadium will be located in the town's Power Court district http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Rebrand-sees-CSP-become-Active-Partnerships/341140 monthly 0.9 2019-03-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH341140_580503_716902.jpg Rebrand sees CSP become Active Partnerships CSPs look to develop opportunities for increasing sport and physical activity in their communities http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/British-Wheelchair-Basketball-announces-“transformational”-new-strategy/341098 monthly 0.9 2019-03-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH341098_457373_740409.jpg British Wheelchair Basketball announces “transformational” new strategy Wheelchair basketball is a fast-paced, competitive sport http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/We’re-leaders-not-followers-now-says-EIS-national-director/341088 monthly 0.9 2019-03-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH341088_501191_312773.jpg We’re leaders, not followers now, says EIS national director GB has enjoyed unparalleled Paralympic and Olympic success in recent times http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Independently-owned-Marlow-Club-opens-premium-yoga-and-pilates-studio/341005 monthly 0.9 2019-03-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH341005_324785_606507.jpg Independently-owned Marlow Club opens premium yoga and pilates studio PilaYoga will operate as a standalone facility, with its own identity and membership http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Arts-Council-to-launch-Digital-Culture-Network/341102 monthly 0.9 2019-03-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH341102_966931_507403.jpg Arts Council to launch Digital Culture Network The network is a new resource for the arts sector to help organisations get the right advice on digital technology http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Laura-Kenny:-more-sports-clubs-and-different-ability-groups-needed-to-get-people-active/341081 monthly 0.9 2019-03-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH341081_235737_940852.jpg Laura Kenny: more sports clubs and different ability groups needed to get people active Four-time Olympic champion Laura Kenny started cycling at the age of eight http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Leisure-Opportunities-publishes-apprenticeships-special-issue-as-NAW-2019-begins/341039 monthly 0.9 2019-03-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH341039_152616_52248.jpg Leisure Opportunities publishes apprenticeship special issue as NAW 2019 begins Apprenticeships in the leisure industry are the focus of Leisure Opportunities' apprenticeships special http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Latest-Leisure-Opportunities-news-round-up-is-now-live!/341026 monthly 0.9 2019-03-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH341026_666571_334877.jpg Latest Leisure Opportunities news round-up is now live! A new clinic offering whole-body cryostimulation – a treatment using cold air – is coming to London’s Notting Hill. http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/National-Apprenticeship-Week:-ukactive-teams-up-with-Pearson-for-manager-degree/341004 monthly 0.9 2019-03-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH341004_616052_94211.jpg National Apprenticeship Week: ukactive teams up with Pearson for manager degree The three-year course aims to provide individuals with the skills to become effective managers http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Wellcome-Collection-appoints-Assemble-studio-to-design-new-gallery-space/340973 monthly 0.9 2019-02-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH340973_294286_817958.jpg Wellcome Collection appoints Assemble studio to design new gallery space The Wellcome Collection in London will have a new permanent gallery from September 2019 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Nike-partners-with-Technogym-for-pop-up-training-venue-and-bespoke-PT-qualification-/340988 monthly 0.9 2019-03-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH340988_373304_875072.jpg Nike partners with Technogym for pop-up training venue and bespoke PT qualification Equipment at the purpose-built centre will be provided by Technogym http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Crystal-Water-Room-Meditation-Cave:-Six-Senses-Krabey-Island-opens-with-expansive-spa/340982 monthly 0.9 2019-03-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH340982_102073_819200.jpg Crystal Water Room, Meditation Cave: Six Senses Krabey Island opens with expansive spa The resort is located on a private island in southern Cambodia http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Eight-coastal-communities-to-benefit-from-targeted-Sport-England-funding/340962 monthly 0.9 2019-02-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH340962_995871_70881.jpg Eight coastal communities to benefit from targeted Sport England funding The funding will be channelled through the Get on Track for Wellbeing programme http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Pig-Hotels-to-open-sixth-property-in-Kent-as-part-of-expansion-push /340948 monthly 0.9 2019-02-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH340948_550478_441053.jpg Pig Hotels to open sixth property in Kent as part of expansion push The hotel is located in a Grade II*-listed 17th-century former country club http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Youngsters-help-allocate-lottery-grants-to-heritage-projects-that-engage-11-25-year-olds-/340886 monthly 0.9 2019-02-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH340886_763594_892789.jpg Youngsters help allocate lottery grants to heritage projects that engage 11-25-year-olds Young people participating in a creative workshop in Scotland http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sweat-2019:-boutique-fitness-sector-still-thriving-and-nowhere-near-breaking-point/340934 monthly 0.9 2019-02-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Sweat 2019: boutique fitness sector still thriving and nowhere near 'breaking point' The Sweat 2019 conference is being held in central London today (26 February) http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-partnership-aims-to-help-bridge-the-gap-between-fitness-and-public-health/340920 monthly 0.9 2019-02-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH340920_987053_365703.jpg New partnership aims to help 'bridge the gap between fitness and public health' The partnership looks to recognise and promote the growing role of those working in physical activity in improving public health http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Women-in-Sport-CEO-Ruth-Holdaway-to-step-down-/340916 monthly 0.9 2019-02-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Women in Sport CEO Ruth Holdaway to step down Holdaway joined Women in Sport in 2013 – then called Women’s Sport and Fitness Foundation – and led a transformational rebrand of the charity http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sport-Ireland-outlines-€32m-funding-pot-across-grassroots-and-elite-sport/340880 monthly 0.9 2019-02-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH340880_258250_146594.jpg Sport Ireland to invest €32m across grassroots and elite sport in 2019 The funding includes more than €9m in high-performance programmes http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/RLSS-looking-to-create-more-diverse-workforce-for-lifeguarding/340810 monthly 0.9 2019-02-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH340810_939776_742311.jpg RLSS looking to create more diverse workforce for lifeguarding The marketing materials have been created to broaden the appeal of the role of lifeguards http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/VisitScotland-launches-app-for-Chinese-visitors-/340774 monthly 0.9 2019-02-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH340774_42822_702260.jpg VisitScotland launches app for Chinese visitors There has been a 316 per cent increase in visitor numbers from China to Scotland since 2011 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Italian-Hospitality-Collection’s-first-ski-resort-includes-therapeutic-Alpine-spa-/340737 monthly 0.9 2019-02-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH340737_808328_161855.jpg Italian Hospitality Collection’s first ski resort includes therapeutic Alpine spa Drawing on spa knowledge accrued in Italy over the millenia, the Equilibrium philosophy considers wellness of the body and spirit as one http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-Sport-reveals-new-strategy-–-will-relax-no-compromise-approach-after-Tokyo-2020/340762 monthly 0.9 2019-02-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH340762_917191_626551.jpg UK Sport reveals new strategy – will relax 'no compromise' approach after Tokyo 2020 Funding will still be focused on Olympic and Paralympic sports and prioritised towards athletes that demonstrate the greatest potential to deliver medal success http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Gympass-secures-three-year-Bannatyne-extension-–-expands-reach-to-all-72-clubs/340760 monthly 0.9 2019-02-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH340760_964219_581867.jpg Gympass secures three-year Bannatyne extension – expands reach to all 72 clubs Eamon Lloyd, head of partnerships at Gympass (left) with Adrian Worsley, national operations manager at Bannatyne Health Clubs (right) http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/QPR-chief-executive:-We-need-to-leave-Loftus-Road-stadium/340744 monthly 0.9 2019-02-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ QPR chief executive: 'We need to leave Loftus Road stadium' Hoos said the 18,439-capacity Loftus Road stadium was "unsustainable" http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/BH-Live-names-Chris-Symons-as-new-CEO/340716 monthly 0.9 2019-02-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ BH Live names Chris Symons as new CEO Symons, who has held the role of director of development and partnerships at GLL since 2006, will take up the role in April 2019 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Heritage-Lottery-Fund-rebrands-as-body-reveals-five-year-plan/340660 monthly 0.9 2019-02-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH340660_690458_733471.jpg Heritage Lottery Fund rebrands as body reveals five-year plan Lottery funding for heritage projects in England will be made by three regional areas http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Museums-galleries-and-libraries-have-seen-funding-cut-by-£390m-since-2011/340600 monthly 0.9 2019-01-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Museums, galleries and libraries have seen funding cut by £390m since 2011 Museums, such as the British Museum, as well as galleries, libraries and local arts organisations, have all faced huge budget cuts http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/IOH-report:-2019-set-to-be-the-year-of-uncertainty/340628 monthly 0.9 2019-02-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH340628_930145_259855.jpg IOH report: 2019 set to be 'the year of uncertainty' The report describes 2019 as a 'year in which hotel managers earn their salaries' http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-set-to-benefit-from-increase-in-Chinese-visitors/340611 monthly 0.9 2019-01-31T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH340611_393727_29177.jpg UK set to benefit from increase in Chinese visitors The increase in arrivals has partly been accredited to the growing trend of Chinese visitors wanting to celebrate the Chinese New Year in London http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/David-Beckham-acquires-stake-in-Salford-City-FC/340542 monthly 0.9 2019-01-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ David Beckham acquires stake in Salford City FC Beckham has taken a 10 per cent stake in the National League club http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/24-Hour-Fitness-appoints-new-CEO-reveals-strategy-focusing-on-personalisation/340540 monthly 0.9 2019-01-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ 24 Hour Fitness appoints new CEO, reveals strategy focusing on personalisation Outgoing CEO Chris Roussos (left) with new chief executive Tony Ueber http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Coastal-heritage-gets-a-£1m-boost-from-UK-Government/340535 monthly 0.9 2019-01-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH340535_409632_198274.jpg Coastal heritage gets a £1m boost from UK Government Coastal resorts which will benefit from money from the Coastal Revival Fund include Blackpool http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/StreetGames-gets-Sport-England-funding-–-will-expand-to-50-sites/340532 monthly 0.9 2019-01-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH340532_947632_581582.jpg StreetGames gets £6.6m Sport England funding – will expand to 50 sites StreetGames uses sport to help UK communities to become healthier and safer http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/ECB-appoints-Clare-Connor-and-David-Mahoney-to-senior-roles/340520 monthly 0.9 2019-01-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH340520_832717_234117.jpg ECB appoints Clare Connor and David Mahoney to senior roles Connor will take responsibility for all women's cricket, from grassroots through to the England team http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Yorkshire-waterpark-Alpamare-lives-on-after-sealing-creditor-agreement/340513 monthly 0.9 2019-01-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH340513_372097_465363.jpg Yorkshire waterpark Alpamare lives on after sealing creditor agreement Alpamare's UK waterpark at Scarborough opened in 2016 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Anytime-Fitness-begins-roll-out-of-new-club-design/340514 monthly 0.9 2019-01-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH340514_567655_649059.jpg Anytime Fitness begins roll-out of new club design The new design will see clubs split into various training zones http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sustainable-spa-furniture-design-company-secures-Dragons-Den-funding/340507 monthly 0.9 2019-01-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH340507_458806_69716.jpg Sustainable spa furniture design company secures Dragons' Den funding Van De Sant's founder, Robert Milder (right) secured a £70,000 investment from Deborah Meaden (left) on the Dragon's Den TV show http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Land-secured-for-Leamingtons-community-stadium-project/340504 monthly 0.9 2019-01-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH340504_540865_784999.jpg Land secured for Leamington's community stadium project Plans for the site include a 5,000-capacity football stadium with a 3G artificial pitch http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Digme-Fitness-acquires-Tribeca-fitness-studio-grows-portfolio-to-six-sites/340502 monthly 0.9 2019-01-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH340502_800316_782668.jpg Digme Fitness acquires Tribeca fitness studio, grows portfolio to six sites The Digme studios offer indoor cycle and HIIT http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sweat-2019-event-to-explore-whether-boutique-fitness-is-reaching-breaking-point/340494 monthly 0.9 2019-01-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH340494_154978_386278.jpg Sweat 2019 event to explore whether boutique fitness is reaching 'breaking point' Boutique fitness specialist Emma Barry will offer a keynote speech, aiming to shed some light on the future of the sector http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/HCM-editor-Liz-Terry:-Gym-bashing-has-to-stop-/340474 monthly 0.9 2019-01-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH340474_471101_376218.jpg HCM editor Liz Terry: 'Gym bashing has to stop' Terry called for the fitness sector to counter the 'annual onslaught' http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/PETA-buys-stake-in-TUI-to-protest-SeaWorld-ties/340464 monthly 0.9 2019-01-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH340464_129499_576743.jpg PETA buys stake in TUI to protest SeaWorld ties SeaWorld's treatment of orca whales remains under close scrutiny http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Budget-chain-Xercise4Less-plans-to-double-in-size-by-2021-/340456 monthly 0.9 2019-01-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH340456_772693_766690.jpg Budget chain Xercise4Less plans to double in size by 2021 The chain looks to grow its estate to 100 clubs by the end of 2021 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Visits-from-Japan-to-the-UK-to-reach-record-high-in-2019/340411 monthly 0.9 2019-01-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH340411_196832_367671.jpg Visits from Japan to the UK to reach 'record high' in 2019 Spending by Japanese visitors in the UK is expected to reach £285m this year, up from £250m in 2017 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Rockcliffe-Hall-Spa-invests-£200k-in-new-gym/340408 monthly 0.9 2019-01-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH340408_842401_917253.jpg Rockcliffe Hall Spa invests £200k in new gym The gym features CV, resistance and functional training equipment from Technogym's Artis and Skill Lines http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Bungee-Workout-launches-onto-UK-market/340384 monthly 0.9 2019-01-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH340384_898540_172018.jpg Bungee Workout launches onto UK market Members wear a harness that is attached to a specifically designed bungee http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/ukactive-adds-sector-representatives-to-Membership-and-Supplier-Councils/340380 monthly 0.9 2019-01-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ ukactive adds sector representatives to Membership and Supplier Councils Those added to the councils include Everyone Active's associate director Ben Beevers http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Saracens-Rugby-Club-acquires-stake-in-Superleague-netball-team-Mavericks/340326 monthly 0.9 2019-01-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH340326_923085_600523.jpg Saracens Rugby Club acquires stake in Superleague netball team Mavericks As part of the partnership, the clubs will share resources and insight for elite player performance http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Rudding-Park-to-launch-out-of-this-world-guest-experiences/340325 monthly 0.9 2019-01-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH340325_472955_427135.jpg Rudding Park to launch out of this world guest experiences Stargazing is believed to have a positive impact on mental health, by calming the mind, fostering feelings of kindness and promoting a sense of unity with nature http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sports-Recreation-Alliance-CEO-Emma-Boggis-to-step-down/340324 monthly 0.9 2019-01-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH340324_133828_168727.jpg Sports Recreation Alliance CEO Emma Boggis to step down Boggis has been SRA chief executive since 2014 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-Dublin-attraction-combines-scientific-exploration-with-sport-/340300 monthly 0.9 2019-01-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ New Dublin attraction combines scientific exploration with sport Located in the Dublin Mountains, Explorium aims to engage people young and old with science but with a focus on physical activity also at its core http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Quest-Apartment-Hotels-to-enter-UK-market-in-2019/340298 monthly 0.9 2019-01-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Quest Apartment Hotels to enter UK market in 2019 Quest will spend £10m redeveloping a commercial office building in the city's Church Street into a 100-room hotel http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/TRX-led-Body-Machine-opens-first-studio-in-London/340294 monthly 0.9 2019-01-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH340294_528746_881301.jpg Boutique studio Body Machine opens in London Occupying three floors, the 7,400sq ft Body Machine club consists of a large TRX studio http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Mixed-response-to-governments-immigration-white-paper/340263 monthly 0.9 2019-01-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH340263_405045_859347.jpg Mixed response to government's immigration white paper The government anticipates the reforms included in the post-Brexit system will result in an 80 per cent drop in long-term workers from the European Economic Area http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Premier-League-begins-search-for-new-CEO-as-Susanna-Dinnage-pulls-out/340254 monthly 0.9 2018-12-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Premier League begins search for new CEO as Susanna Dinnage pulls out Dinnage was set to replace outgoing CEO Richard Scudamore in early 2019 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/London-Irish-to-groundshare-with-Brentford-FC-at-new-stadium/340248 monthly 0.9 2018-12-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH340248_565052_521160.jpg London Irish to groundshare with Brentford FC at new stadium London Irish will move to its new home at the start of the 2019-20 season http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-experiencing-festive-season-boost-in-overseas-visitors/340245 monthly 0.9 2018-12-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH340245_380367_140049.jpg UK experiencing 'festive season boost' in overseas visitors Forward bookings to the UK from China are up 44 per cent up 59 per cent from the Middle East http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/University-led-community-network-to-become-focal-point-for-preventative-health-interventions/340244 monthly 0.9 2018-12-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH340244_930104_441372.jpg University-led community network to become 'focal point for preventative health interventions' The Healthy Futures project will be led by professor Matteo Santin http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Festive-seasons-domestic-tourism-rush-to-provide-£26bn-economic-boost/340220 monthly 0.9 2018-12-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH340220_621935_423467.jpg Festive season's domestic tourism rush to provide £2.6bn economic boost The UK's Christmas markets remain a draw for many domestic visitors http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Dejphon-Chansiri-puts-Sheffield-Wednesday-up-for-sale-/340208 monthly 0.9 2018-12-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH340208_717889_206496.jpg Dejphon Chansiri puts Sheffield Wednesday up for sale Sheffield Wednesday came within one win of being promoted to the Engish Premier League in 2016 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK’s-oldest-open-air-pools-to-be-restored-by-£47m-project/340206 monthly 0.9 2018-12-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ UK’s oldest open-air pools to be restored by £4.7m project The site was first opened in 1815 but was forced to close in 1984 and has fallen into disrepair since  http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/ActiveLab-attracts-record-number-of-international-applications/340204 monthly 0.9 2018-12-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH340204_775887_579845.jpg ActiveLab attracts record number of international applications ActiveLab received applications from 14 different countries http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/London-Mayors-new-Sport-Strategy-includes-£88m-funding-pledge/340166 monthly 0.9 2018-12-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH340166_768303_552620.jpg London Mayor's new Sport Strategy includes £8.8m funding pledge The strategy includes a pledge to invest £8.8m in supporting projects which use sport to boost social integration and increase participation http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Work-to-begin-on-£18m-community-football-project-in-Sunderland/340138 monthly 0.9 2018-12-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH340138_761829_442010.jpg Work to begin on £18m community football project in Sunderland The three hubs will together provide a total of 10 full-size, floodlit 3G synthetic turf pitches http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Fire-hit-Chester-Zoo-begins-fundraising-after-toughest-day/340137 monthly 0.9 2018-12-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Fire-hit Chester Zoo begins fundraising after 'toughest day' Keepers were able to save all birds and mammal species housed in the Monsoon Forest area http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/EMD-UK-names-industry-veteran-Nigel-Wallace-as-chair/340120 monthly 0.9 2018-12-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ EMD UK names industry veteran Nigel Wallace as chair Wallace spent eight years as a director of Lifetime Training and has previously served as executive director of the Fitness Industry Association http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/FA-chief-Martin-Glenn-resigns-– will-step-down-after-2018-19-season/340114 monthly 0.9 2018-12-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH340114_176380_284759.jpg FA chief Martin Glenn resigns – will step down after 2018-19 season Glenn said he had chosen to leave after having 'delivered much of what he came to do' http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Arts_Council_of_Wales_reveals_plan_to_make_funding_more_inclusive_/340110 monthly 0.9 2018-12-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH340110_285813_275205.jpg Arts Council of Wales reveals plan to make funding more inclusive The Glynn Vivian Art Gallery, Swansea http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Go-To-Places-CEO-warns-of-uncertain-future-for-regional-tourism-funding/339978 monthly 0.9 2018-12-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH339978_978403_215271.jpg Go To Places CEO warns of 'uncertain future' for regional tourism funding Curtis-Brignell warned that budgets for tourism promotion and management are at risk http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Wasps-finalising-plans-to-build-centre-of-excellence/340102 monthly 0.9 2018-12-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH340102_887759_616374.jpg Wasps 'finalising' plans to build centre of excellence The centre of excellence will house elite and grassroots facilities http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Scottish-tourism-employing-more-people-than-ever-before/340076 monthly 0.9 2018-12-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH340076_417870_720498.jpg Scottish tourism employing 'more people than ever before' For every £60,000 spent by visitors, a new job is created in Scotland http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Arts-sector-internships-identified-as-“problematic”-in-social-mobility-report-/340058 monthly 0.9 2018-12-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH340058_413248_352767.jpg Arts sector internships identified as “problematic” in social mobility report Internships for young people in workplaces such as museums are often unpaid. http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-Sport-strengthens-mental-health-support-for-elite-sport-– appoints-special-panel-and-first-mental-health-lead/340054 monthly 0.9 2018-12-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH340054_518520_346013.jpg UK Sport strengthens mental health support for elite sport – appoints special panel and first mental health lead UK Sport has appointed an Expert Mental Health panel, which will advise the high-performance system over the coming years http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/RIBA-to-bring-out-new-book-on-wellbeing-in-interiors/340036 monthly 0.9 2018-12-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH340036_586812_447729.jpg RIBA to bring out new book on 'wellbeing in interiors' The book will be released in Spring 2019. http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Government-calls-on-tourism-industry-to-show-renewed-commitment-in-order-to-secure-sector-deal/339975 monthly 0.9 2018-12-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH339975_419779_484426.jpg Government calls on tourism industry to show 'renewed commitment' in order to secure sector deal UK tourism is now estimated to be worth more than £66bn a year to the economy http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Boutique-operator-Victus-Soul-opens-first-studio-in-London-/339946 monthly 0.9 2018-12-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH339946_431311_593228.jpg Boutique operator Victus Soul opens first studio in London The first site in Aldgate features two studios http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/£40m-inland-surf-park-planned-for-Londons-Lee-Valley-/339936 monthly 0.9 2018-12-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH339936_815496_35033.jpg £40m inland surf park planned for London's Lee Valley London is to become the first capital city in the world to have an inland surfing centre http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/SLT-secures-contract-for-West-Smethwick-Park-leisure-hub/339937 monthly 0.9 2018-12-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH339937_475230_580305.jpg SLT secures contract for West Smethwick Park leisure hub SLT chief exec Ash Rai (left) with chair Lynda Bateman http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Lottery-funded-UK-attractions-offer-free-entry-for-Christmas/339919 monthly 0.9 2018-11-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Lottery funded UK attractions offer free entry for Christmas Portsmouth Historic Dockyard will offer free entry between 3-9 December http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Lady-Cobham:-apprenticeships-vital-to-tackling-future-workplace-challenges/339912 monthly 0.9 2018-11-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Lady Cobham: apprenticeships 'vital' to tackling future workplace challenges The former VisitBritain chair was speaking after after a survey showed 78 per cent of UK businesses believe http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Challenging-times-ahead-for-rugby-as-RFU-reports-£30m-losses/339878 monthly 0.9 2018-11-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH339878_760851_428612.jpg 'Challenging times' ahead for rugby as RFU reports £30m losses RFU invested a record £107.7m in the English game during the financial year http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/‘Inclusive-and-diverse’-workforce-theme-revealed-for-active-net-2019/339851 monthly 0.9 2018-11-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ ‘Inclusive and diverse’ workforce theme revealed for active-net 2019 The two-day conference will feature networking sessions, a panel session and a number of breakout workshops discussing the topic of diversified workforces http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-hotel-industry-swinging-towards-luxury-as-investors-target-affluent-visitors/339850 monthly 0.9 2018-11-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH339850_923679_246738.jpg UK hotel industry 'swinging towards luxury' as investors target affluent visitors Some of London landmark hotels, including the Savoy, are now owned, at least in part, by investors from the Gulf http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Anytime-Fitness-appoints-CBRE-to-help-with-UK-expansion/339848 monthly 0.9 2018-11-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/imagesX/HIGH339848_258962_471351.jpg Anytime Fitness appoints CBRE to help with UK expansion CBRE will advise on all of Anytime's property acquisitions http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/ECB-to-encourage-2000-British-Asian-women-to-become-community-sports-leaders/339830 monthly 0.9 2018-11-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH30024_146366.jpg ECB to encourage 2,000 British Asian women to become community sports leaders Up to 2,000 British Asian females will be trained as ECB ‘Activators’ http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/British-Ski-and-Snowboard-rebrands-as-GB-Snowsport/339818 monthly 0.9 2018-11-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH30009_288460.jpg British Ski and Snowboard rebrands as GB Snowsport GB Snowsport's strategic goal is to become a top five snowsport nation by 2030 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Initiative-launched-to-help-dads-and-daughters-get-active-together/339792 monthly 0.9 2018-11-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH29979_717936.jpg Initiative launched to help dads and daughters get active together The programme will encourage fathers to play a greater role in supporting their daughters to develop physical confidence http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/YMCA-Awards-appoints-Paula-Wells-as-director/339791 monthly 0.9 2018-11-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH29975_31120.jpg YMCA Awards appoints Paula Wells as director Wells has spent more than 15 years in the fitness industry http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Holistic-wellness-concept-FoodWell-to-open-first-site-in-Manchester/339784 monthly 0.9 2018-11-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH29970_838659.jpg Holistic wellness concept FoodWell to open first site in Manchester FoodWell will offer group fitness classes in combination with a 'mindful restaurant' http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UKinbound-backs-Theresa-Mays-Brexit-deal/339782 monthly 0.9 2018-11-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH29967_593792.jpg UKinbound backs Theresa May's Brexit deal The UK is set to leave the European Union in March 2019 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Mayfield-Leisure-Centre-opens-its-doors-/339778 monthly 0.9 2018-11-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH29960_480880.jpg Mayfield Leisure Centre opens its doors The centre was designed by Wake Architects and built by Etec Group http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Industry-first-as-Legend-makes-it-data-available-as-part-of-Open-Data-Initiative/339766 monthly 0.9 2018-11-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ 'Industry first' as Legend plans to make its data available as part of Open Data Initiative OpenActive is a community-led initiative designed to help people in England get active using open data http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/-Oxygen-Freejumping-comes-to-London’s-O2/339756 monthly 0.9 2018-11-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH29940_110197.jpg Oxygen Freejumping comes to London’s O2 The venue is the eight collaboration between Oxygen and zynk Design. http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-attractions-celebrate-historic-centenary-Remembrance-Sunday/339700 monthly 0.9 2018-11-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH29873_151804.jpg UK attractions celebrate historic centenary Remembrance Sunday Perhaps the most ambitious project, Pages of the Sea, was held nationwide at 28 beaches – created by British Hollywood film director Danny Boyle http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Mike-Sharrock-appointed-CEO-of-British-Paralympic-Association/339696 monthly 0.9 2018-11-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH29869_29876.jpg Mike Sharrock appointed CEO of British Paralympic Association Sharrock joins the BPA following a long career in the oil industry http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Third-Space-appoints-people-director-to-drive-in-house-training/339694 monthly 0.9 2018-11-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH29863_532285.jpg Third Space appoints people director to drive in-house training The role of people director will be take up by Laura Wigley, who joins from the Dorchester Collection http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Active-Nation-completes-revamp-of-Birchwood-leisure-centre/339667 monthly 0.9 2018-11-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH29816_204276.jpg Active Nation completes revamp of Birchwood leisure centre The centre houses a Les Mills immersive indoor cycling studio – one of only seven in the UK http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Details-released-for-leisure-centre-at-heart-of-Llanelli’s-£200m-Wellness-Village/339666 monthly 0.9 2018-11-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH29815_235446.jpg Details released for leisure centre at heart of Llanelli’s £200m Wellness Village The centre will house a 25m pool and a large health club http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Active-IQ-wins-Innovation-of-the-Year-award-at-FAB-2018/339567 monthly 0.9 2018-10-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH29665_565484.jpg Active IQ wins Innovation of the Year award at FAB 2018 Active IQ won the award for its new Flair for Fitness app, developed by Train Me http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/STA-secures-Collaboration-of-the-Year-prize-at-FAB-Awards/339566 monthly 0.9 2018-10-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH29664_553716.jpg STA secures Collaboration of the Year prize at FAB Awards The development team of the Open Water Swimming Coaching qualification http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Apex-Waterloo-Place-Hotel-launches-Do-Not-Disturb-programme-to-celebrate-National-Sleep-In-Day/339534 monthly 0.9 2018-10-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH29613_600959.jpg Apex Waterloo Place Hotel launches 'Do Not Disturb' programme to celebrate National Sleep In Day The 'Do Not Disturb' package is designed to help guests completely switch off http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Funding-initiative-launched-to-get-more-Scottish-women-into-sport/339536 monthly 0.9 2018-10-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Funding initiative launched to get more Scottish women into sport The initiative was launched by Sportscotland chair Mel Young and Scottish sports minister Joe FitzPatrick (both at the centre of the picture) http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Birmingham-completes-venue-plan-for-2022-Commonwealth-Games/339528 monthly 0.9 2018-10-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH29605_383126.jpg Birmingham completes venue plan for 2022 Commonwealth Games Team England gymnast Hannah Martin and her rivals will compete for gymnastics gold at Arena Birmingham http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/VisitScotland-targets-European-visitor-markets-to-grow-Scottish-tourism/339508 monthly 0.9 2018-10-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH29571_166269.jpg VisitScotland targets European visitor markets to grow Scottish tourism The number of visitors from Europe grew by 17 per cent during 2017 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Eden-Hotel-Collection-partners-with-the-International-Beauty-and-Holistic-Academy-to-launch-new-training-academy-/339468 monthly 0.9 2018-10-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH29509_90236.jpg Eden Hotel Collection partners with the International Beauty and Holistic Academy to launch new training academy The Elan Spa Academy team with the first phase of apprentices http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/National-Maritime-Museum-reveals-new-galleries-following-£126m-investment/339467 monthly 0.9 2018-10-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ National Maritime Museum reveals new galleries following £12.6m investment Designed by interior design practice Casson Mann, the new area provides an additional 40 per cent of permanent gallery space at NMM http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Report:-womens-sport-remains-‘barely-visible’-in-Europe/339460 monthly 0.9 2018-10-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH29492_562863.jpg Report: women's sport remains ‘barely visible’ in Europe The study found that women’s sport is significantly less visible than men’s sport http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Powerleague-to-restructure-business-after-creditors-approve-CVA-plans/339446 monthly 0.9 2018-10-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH29464_97037.jpg Powerleague to 'restructure business' after creditors approve CVA plans The company currently operates more than 440 football pitches across 49 sites in the UK, Ireland and the Netherlands http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Grade-I-listed-mansion-in-Yorkshire-to-become-visitor-attraction/339395 monthly 0.9 2018-10-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Grade I-listed mansion in Yorkshire to become visitor attraction Philip Hammond awarded a £7.6m (US$10m, €8.7m) grant to WWPT in his 2016 Autumn Statement, which was used for roof repairs http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Hello-to-HALO-from-Jim-McMahon/339235 monthly 0.9 2018-10-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH29232_778911.jpg Hello to HALO from Jim McMahon HALO is a multi-purpose development planned for the 23-acre site of the former Johnnie Walker scotch whisky bottling plant in Kilmarnock http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Urban-Room-concept-spreads-to-Nottingham/339367 monthly 0.9 2018-10-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH29373_877921.jpg Urban Room concept spreads to Nottingham Situated at 38 Carrington Street the urban room will provide a space for the public to engage with new developments, projects and schemes http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Leisure-centre-operators-encouraged-to-support-swimming-campaign/339281 monthly 0.9 2018-10-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH29347_269293.jpg Leisure centre operators encouraged to support swimming campaign Swim the Distance raises funds to tackle lung cancer, which kills 36,000 people per year http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Booming-year-for-British-tourism-as-Brexit-approaches/339283 monthly 0.9 2018-10-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH29266_798597.jpg Booming year for British tourism as Brexit approaches In 2017 there was a record 39.2 million inbound tourism visits to the UK, which was up 4 per cent on the previous year http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Hotel-contract-awarded-for-new-Liverpool-cruise-liner-terminal-/339200 monthly 0.9 2018-10-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH29169_516234.jpg Hotel contract awarded for new Liverpool cruise liner terminal Work on the hotel is expected to commence in 2019 and finish the following year http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Dunstable-Leisure-Centre-to-become-community-hub-as-part-of-£20m-investment/339149 monthly 0.9 2018-09-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH29085_331630.jpg Dunstable Leisure Centre to become community hub as part of £20m investment The new centre will house a 25m pool and 100-station health club http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Marathon-Trust-reveals-quartet-of-winners-to-share-£100000-funding/339131 monthly 0.9 2018-09-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH177417_955702.jpg Marathon Trust reveals quartet of winners to share £100,000 funding This year's winning programmes included projects to create walking trails and outdoor gyms http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Uncertainty-to-stall-trading-growth-of-UK-hotel-market/339130 monthly 0.9 2018-09-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH29059_782260.jpg 'Uncertainty' to stall trading growth of UK hotel market PwC bases its forecast partly on a slowdown in hotel occupancy in London. http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Chinas-wealthy-travellers-looking-for-customised-experiences/339125 monthly 0.9 2018-09-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH29054_184184.jpg China's wealthy travellers looking for customised experiences A third of Chinese consumers deemed 'wealthy' – and who have travelled for leisure – have gone on customised tours http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Coach-Core-to-add-10-new-sites-after-netting-£1m-Lottery-grant/339120 monthly 0.9 2018-09-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH29044_827917.jpg Coach Core to add 10 new sites after netting £1m Lottery grant Coach Core has already trained more than 300 young people through an apprenticeship scheme http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Huge-blaze-breaks-out-at-Highbury-Leisure-Centre/339119 monthly 0.9 2018-09-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH29047_10788.jpg Huge blaze breaks out at Highbury Leisure Centre More than 80 firefighters tackled the blaze at the centre http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Edgbaston-to-increase-capacity-for-Ashes-test-and-World-Cup/339038 monthly 0.9 2018-09-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH28920_564385.jpg Edgbaston to increase capacity for Ashes test and World Cup The decision to add 840 seats was made after pre-sales for the Ashes Test were 35 per cent higher than those for the Ashes Test played at Edgbaston in 2015 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Celebrity-trainer-Mark-Anthonys-boutique-FirstLight-Cycle-opens-first-site/339006 monthly 0.9 2018-09-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH28878_91373.jpg Celebrity trainer Mark Anthony's boutique FirstLight Cycle opens first site FirstLight features three separate studios offering full body, cycle workouts led by trainers in darkened rooms http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Tideway-“Super-Sewer”-project-to-create-spaces-for-Londoners-to-“dip-their-toes”-in-Thames/339004 monthly 0.9 2018-09-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH28874_828289.jpg Tideway “Super Sewer” project to create spaces for Londoners to “dip their toes” in Thames Albert Embankment http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-Athletics-chief-Niels-de-Vos-steps-down-after-11-years-at-the-helm/338974 monthly 0.9 2018-09-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH28826_227109.jpg UK Athletics chief Niels de Vos steps down after 11 years at the helm Under his leadership, Team GB won 13 medals, six of them gold, at both the London 2012 and Rio 2016 Olympics http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Thérapie-Clinic-plans-100-site-roll-out-across-UK-and-Ireland/338964 monthly 0.9 2018-09-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH28815_498048.jpg Thérapie Clinic plans 100 site roll out across UK and Ireland The openings are part of Thérapie Clinic's global expansion plans http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Bright-Hospitality-Group-acquires-historic-The-Chichester-boutique-hotel-in-Essex/338963 monthly 0.9 2018-09-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH28814_216395.jpg Bright Hospitality Group acquires historic The Chichester boutique hotel in Essex The addition of the Chichester Hotel takes BHG's portfolio to 12 properties http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/GNH-merger-with-Hotel-Partnership-creates-one-of-Europes-largest-independent-hotel-services-companies/338962 monthly 0.9 2018-09-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH28813_124984.jpg GNH merger with Hotel Partnership creates one of Europe's largest independent hotel services companies The merger brings the group to a combined total of 135 hotels http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Work-to-begin-on-£67m-Northampton-museum-expansion/338961 monthly 0.9 2018-09-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH28812_552916.jpg Work to begin on £6.7m Northampton museum expansion Main elements of the expansion, designed by GSS Architecture, include a new 380sq m temporary exhibitions gallery http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Freedom-of-movement-to-lead-agenda-at-ETOA-European-Tourism-Summit/338948 monthly 0.9 2018-09-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH28777_235267.jpg Freedom of movement to lead agenda at ETOA European Tourism Summit ETOA has singled out free movement of both non-EU visitors into Europe as a key issue for the tourism industry http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Campaign-to-train-21000-sports-coaches-to-be-mental-health-aware/338946 monthly 0.9 2018-09-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH28775_700571.jpg Campaign to train 21,000 sports coaches to be 'mental health aware' The initiative looks to support the mental health and wellbeing of the UK’s most disadvantaged and vulnerable people http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Ten-Health-opens-Mayfair-studio/338922 monthly 0.9 2018-09-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH28746_382847.jpg Ten Health opens Mayfair studio The new space has been made to embody 'all of the luxury of Mayfair' http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UKinbound-appoints-Joss-Croft-as-CEO/338920 monthly 0.9 2018-09-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH28740_828650.jpg UKinbound appoints Joss Croft as CEO Croft brings with him over 25 years of senior leadership experience, spanning positions at the Department for International Trade and VisitBritain http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Revised-plans-for-£20m-The-Journey-attraction-to-be-submitted-later-this-year/338919 monthly 0.9 2018-09-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH28739_10334.jpg Revised plans for £20m 'The Journey' attraction to be submitted later this year Focusing on biodiversity, the underground attraction will mix ancient stone carvings with virtual and augmented reality http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/York-Community-Stadium-on-schedule-for-2019-opening/338918 monthly 0.9 2018-09-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH28738_125957.jpg York Community Stadium on schedule for 2019 opening The venue will have a capacity of 8,000 and will include a number of leisure and community developments around the surrounding area http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/PTs-report-increase-in-number-of-clients-with-mental-health-and-wellbeing-concerns/338912 monthly 0.9 2018-09-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH28732_567960.jpg PTs report increase in number of clients with mental health and wellbeing concerns More than half of PTs are seeing more clients approach them with mental health concerns and worries http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Women-in-Football-appoints-Jane-Purdon-as-its-first-CEO/338888 monthly 0.9 2018-09-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Women in Football appoints Jane Purdon as its first CEO Purdon – currently head of governance and leadership at UK Sport – will join WiF in December http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/First-Dates-star-launches-project-to-promote-hospitality-careers/338838 monthly 0.9 2018-08-31T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH28627_485806.jpg 'First Dates' star launches project to promote hospitality careers Celebrity Maitre D Fred Sirieix has helped promote the My Hospitality World campaign http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-hotels-report-highest-ever-monthly-revenue-during-July/338834 monthly 0.9 2018-08-31T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH28625_591107.jpg UK hotels report 'highest ever monthly revenue' during July The strength of demand has been attributed to an uplift in staycations since the Brexit vote http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/ExploreGB-event-to-be-held-in-Yorkshire-in-2019/338851 monthly 0.9 2018-08-31T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH28644_867918.jpg ExploreGB event to be held in Yorkshire in 2019 Next year's flagship tourism event will be held in the spa town of Harrogate http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Darcey-Bussell-to-kick-off-National-Fitness-Day-with-mass-dance-session/338842 monthly 0.9 2018-08-31T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH28629_852197.jpg Darcey Bussell to kick off National Fitness Day with mass dance session The event – on 26 September – will launch a day of physical activity and fitness celebrations http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Bank-holiday-staycations-provide-UK-economy-with-£175bn-boost/338831 monthly 0.9 2018-08-31T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH28622_320632.jpg Bank holiday staycations provide UK economy with £1.75bn boost The number of Brits taking holidays in the UK has increased steadily since Brexit and the decline in value of the pound http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Boutique-gym-with-focus-on-mental-and-emotional-health-opens-in-London/338785 monthly 0.9 2018-08-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH28565_860066.jpg Boutique gym with focus on mental and emotional health opens in London Mindset houses two large studio areas and offers five bespoke group training classes http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Anytime-Fitness-hits-UK-landmark-with-150th-club/338764 monthly 0.9 2018-08-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH28544_524544.jpg Anytime Fitness hits UK landmark with 150th club Anytime's 150th club in the UK, in Paignton, will be owned by franchisees Simon and Emma Wright http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-Sport-consultation-closes-with-record-number-of-responses/338755 monthly 0.9 2018-08-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH28519_656748.jpg UK Sport consultation closes with "record number" of responses Basketball has been one of the most vocal critics of UK Sport's 'no compromise' approach to funding http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Tim-Hollingsworth-appointed-Sport-England-CEO/338747 monthly 0.9 2018-08-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH28510_267213.jpg Tim Hollingsworth appointed Sport England CEO Prior to his role at BPA, Hollingsworth spent seven years at UK Sport http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/PureGym-looking-to-diversify-plans-roll-out-of-small-box-gym-model/338735 monthly 0.9 2018-08-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ PureGym looking to diversify, plans roll out of 'small box' gym model As well as a small box model, PureGym is considering a women-only concept http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Public-leisure-centre-taps-into-boutique-fitness-trend-with-£12m-investment/338693 monthly 0.9 2018-08-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH28447_559908.jpg Public leisure centre taps into boutique fitness trend with £1.2m investment At the heart of the improvements is a new boutique-style functional training space http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Glasgow-Warriors-rugby-club-to-chart-value-of-social-media-in-sponsorship-deals/338692 monthly 0.9 2018-08-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH28446_957906.jpg Glasgow Warriors rugby club to chart value of social media in sponsorship deals The partnership will allow Glasgow Warriors to track the value of the sponsorships it offers http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/The-Third-Space-to-open-sixth-club-in-2019:-will-include-first-kids-gym-concept/338677 monthly 0.9 2018-08-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ The Third Space to open sixth club in 2019: will include first kids gym concept The Third Space currently operates five clubs in London http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Indian-Hotels-Company-to-introduce-Vivanta-brand-to-UK/338661 monthly 0.9 2018-08-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Indian Hotels Company to introduce Vivanta brand to UK The luxury Vivanta brand targets both business and leisure travellers http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Luxury-operator-Mogford-to-invest-a-further-£85m-in-upgrading-UK-hotel-portfolio-/338660 monthly 0.9 2018-08-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH28403_720477.jpg Luxury operator Mogford to invest a further £8.5m in upgrading UK hotel portfolio All bedrooms at the Old Bank have received a facelift and the hotel will also open a spectacular new rooftop room http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Non-EU-travellers-driving-strong-growth-in-UKs-inbound-tourism/338655 monthly 0.9 2018-08-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH28388_732147.jpg Non-EU travellers driving strong growth in UK's inbound tourism There were 562,000 visits from India to the UK during 2017, up 35 per cent on the previous year http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/BBC-research:-Premier-League-clubs-would-make-profits-playing-in-empty-stadiums/338649 monthly 0.9 2018-08-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH28384_257185.jpg BBC research: Premier League clubs would make profits playing in empty stadiums Fans of EPL clubs are considered some of the most passionate in the world http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/National-Academies-to-drive-LTAs-10-year-vision-for-performance-pathway-/338648 monthly 0.9 2018-08-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH28382_159556.jpg National Academies to drive LTA's 10-year vision for performance pathway The academies will be supported by 11 new Regional Player Development Centres http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Historic-properties-lead-the-way-as-visitors-flock-to-English-attractions/338630 monthly 0.9 2018-08-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH28357_584353.jpg Historic properties lead the way as visitors flock to English attractions British Museum remains the most visited attraction in England with nearly 6 million visitors http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Aerial-fitness-pioneer-Flying-Fantastic-plans-expansion-outside-London/338628 monthly 0.9 2018-08-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Aerial fitness pioneer Flying Fantastic plans expansion outside London Flying Fantastic currently operates at four locations across London http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Snap-Fitness-goes-east-with-UK-expansion-–-opens-first-club-in-Norfolk/338626 monthly 0.9 2018-08-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH28353_838258.jpg Snap Fitness goes east with UK expansion – opens first club in Norfolk Snap Fitness is in the midst of an ambitious expansion push across the UK http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Xercise4Less-appoints-Peter-Wright-as-CEO/338614 monthly 0.9 2018-08-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH28343_924580.jpg Xercise4Less appoints Peter Wright as CEO Wright joins Xercise4Less from Turkish health club chain Mars Sportif, where he helped to grow the business from six to 86 clubs. http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Obama-Foundation-fellow-Alex-Smith-to-speak-at-ukactive-National-Summit/338608 monthly 0.9 2018-08-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH28333_283022.jpg Obama Foundation fellow Alex Smith to speak at ukactive National Summit Smith set up Cares Family in 2011 which aims to help reduce loneliness http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Chris-Grant-steps-down-as-CEO-of-Sported-@sported-UK/338601 monthly 0.9 2018-08-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH28327_862412.jpg Chris Grant steps down as CEO of Sported Grant (second from right) took over the role in February 2014 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Debenhams-and-Sweat!-reveal-roll-out-plan-for-in-store-gyms/338594 monthly 0.9 2018-08-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH28322_238767.jpg Debenhams and Sweat! reveal roll-out plan for in-store gyms Each instore Debenham gym will follow the Sweat! format, which is focused on attracting a predominately 18-33 year-old female membership base http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Seaham-Halls-new-Zen-Garden-to-provide-guests-with-meditative-space/338550 monthly 0.9 2018-08-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH28281_519216.jpg Seaham Hall's new Zen Garden to provide guests with "meditative space" The Zen Garden is part of a £3m refurbishment programme undertaken since 2012 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/IHG-to-introduce-new-Voco-luxury-brand-to-UK-market/338548 monthly 0.9 2018-08-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH28279_258083.jpg IHG to introduce new Voco luxury brand to UK market The Principal St. David’s Hotel in Cardiff will be the first to take on the Voco brand later this year http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Aston-Villa-FCs-future-secured-by-significant-investment/338513 monthly 0.9 2018-07-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Aston Villa FC's future secured by 'significant investment' Nassef Sawiris (left) and Wes Edens have previous investments in the sports industry http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/More-Yoga-entrepreneurs-plan-100-studios-for-London-/338422 monthly 0.9 2018-07-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ MoreYoga entrepreneurs plan 100 studios for London There are currently 15 MoreYoga studios across London, with a pipeline of a further 15 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-community-fund-to-make-Scotland-more-inclusive-and-healthier/338388 monthly 0.9 2018-07-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ New community fund to make Scotland "more inclusive and healthier" The funding will offer two-year grants ranging from £30,000 to £70,000 for any project or partnerships which meet key criteria http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Fitness-deemed-fastest-growing-business-sector-in-the-UK/338366 monthly 0.9 2018-07-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH27979_313200.jpg Fitness deemed "fastest growing business sector" in the UK Between 2013 and 2018, the number of private sector clubs in the UK increased from 3,269 to 4,400 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Tourism-bodies-welcome-Brexit-paper-with-caution/338365 monthly 0.9 2018-07-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH27978_712695.jpg Tourism bodies welcome Brexit paper "with caution" The white paper addressed some of the tourism industry's worries over barriers being created for people visiting the UK from EU http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-hospitality-sector-to-generate-£100bn-during-2018/338353 monthly 0.9 2018-07-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH27967_115878.jpg UK hospitality sector "to generate £100bn" during 2018 The number of people employed by hospitality in the UK now exceeds 2.3 million http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Good-weather-leads-to-tourism-industry-sizzle-for-Britain/338341 monthly 0.9 2018-07-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH27956_836431.jpg Good weather leads to tourism industry sizzle for Britain The current heatwave in the UK has led to an economic upturn for the country’s tourism industry http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/SRA-issues-campaign-to-ensure-every-child-has-right-to-be-active/338299 monthly 0.9 2018-07-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH27900_327097.jpg SRA launches campaign to ensure every child has right to be active The campaign was launched on the back of a study which showed that 86 per cent of UK adults think that parents should take more responsibility to get their child active http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Luxury-Lodges-elevates-accommodation-portfolio-with-new-treetop-offering-/338271 monthly 0.9 2018-07-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH27840_57151.jpg Luxury Lodges elevates accommodation portfolio with new treetop offering The Treehouses are part of Luxury Lodge's collaboration with David Lloyd http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Tate-St-Ives-wins-Art-Funds-Museum-of-the-Year-prize-for-2018/338264 monthly 0.9 2018-07-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH27834_773655.jpg Tate St Ives wins Art Fund's Museum of the Year prize for 2018 Tate St Ives is named Art Fund's Museum of the Year 2018 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Tourism-minister-backs-youth-travel/338246 monthly 0.9 2018-07-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH27802_154634.jpg Tourism minister backs youth travel Ellis gave a keynote speech at the BETA annual parliamentary reception http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Latest-Leisure-Opportunities-news-round-up-is-now-live!/338255 monthly 0.9 2018-07-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH27832_10865.jpg Latest Leisure Opportunities news round-up is now live! Irish rockers U2 are planning to open a new visitor attraction in Dublin http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/SIV-and-Westfield-Health-gym-membership-offers-‘transformational’-mental-health-support/338250 monthly 0.9 2018-07-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ SIV and Westfield Health gym membership offers ‘transformational’ mental health support There will be mental health support membership available at seven of SIV’s Fitness Unlimited venues http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/VisitEngland-reveals-11-regional-winners-for-latest-round-of-£40m-Discover-England-Fund/338243 monthly 0.9 2018-07-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH27801_905882.jpg VisitEngland reveals 11 regional winners for latest round of £40m Discover England Fund. The latest winners include Uncover the Cotswolds, led by Cotswolds Tourism http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Travelodge-launches-new-look-‘budget-chic’-hotel-format/338231 monthly 0.9 2018-07-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH27788_625632.jpg Travelodge launches new look ‘budget chic’ hotel format The new Travelodge Plus format will be rolled out through an investment of around £10m http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Matrix-Fitness-restructures-sales-team/338230 monthly 0.9 2018-07-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH27787_341073.jpg Matrix Fitness restructures sales team Matrix's new recruits (from left to right) – Alex Nardell, Karen Seers, Chris Brown and Paul Jones. http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Northern-Irish-hotels-report-2017-boom-in-uptake/338211 monthly 0.9 2018-07-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH27746_84012.jpg Northern Irish hotels report 2017 boom in uptake Occupancy reached 77 per cent in Northern Ireland hotels in 2017 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Buzz-Gym-partners-with-Life-Fitness-for-UK-expansion-push/338153 monthly 0.9 2018-06-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH27598_999243.jpg Buzz Gym partners with Life Fitness for UK expansion push The soon-to-open Buzz Gym Oxford will be the first facility to launch with Life Fitness kit http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Hyatt-to-open-40000sq-ft-exhale-spa-in-Atlantic-City-casino-resort/338163 monthly 0.9 2018-06-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH27643_100141.jpg Hyatt to open 40,000sq ft exhale spa in Atlantic City casino resort The spa contains a new salt grotto with a Halogenerator FX from Global Halotherapy Solutions http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Opening-date-set-for-University-of-Warwicks-new-Wellness-Hub/338130 monthly 0.9 2018-06-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH27569_502650.jpg Opening date set for University of Warwick's new Wellness Hub The Hub will include a 16,684sq ft health club – one of the largest gyms in UK higher education http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Edinburghs-youth-tourism-campaign-targets-35-million-visitors-/338060 monthly 0.9 2018-06-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH27479_636168.jpg Edinburgh's youth tourism campaign targets 3.5 million visitors (From left): Influencers Davide Verri and Nicanor Garcia with Paula Ward, VisitScotland Regional Leadership Director, and Pete Duncan, Chair of Youth Travel Edinburgh http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Work-begins-on-Aston-Villas-new-training-ground-to-make-space-for-HS2/338033 monthly 0.9 2018-06-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH27432_679903.jpg Work begins on Aston Villa's new training ground to make space for HS2 The complex underwent a complete redevelopment in 2007-08 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Leisure-trust-invests-in-mental-health-first-aid/338003 monthly 0.9 2018-06-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH27378_485212.jpg Leisure trust invests in 'mental health first aid' The course undertaken by the managers was aimed at developing the skills and confidence to approach and support those with mental health issues http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Xercise4Less-reaches-50-club-landmark-with-Chesterfield-opening/337988 monthly 0.9 2018-06-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH27340_576371.jpg Xercise4Less reaches 50 club landmark with Chesterfield opening The Chesterfield club features more than 400 pieces of equipment http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Safe-standing:-Labour-offers-its-support-and-Aberdeen-plans-new-stand/337963 monthly 0.9 2018-06-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH27292_869524.jpg Safe standing: Labour offers its support and Aberdeen plans new stand Allin-Khan said Labour would back plans for safe standing http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Leicester-Council-earmarks-city-centre-location-for-hotel-site/337852 monthly 0.9 2018-06-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH27134_579844.jpg Leicester Council earmarks city centre location for hotel site The council will look to find an operator for the 67-bedroom hotel http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Breaking:-Londons-Mandarin-Oriental-hotel-hit-by-fire/337855 monthly 0.9 2018-06-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH27135_682879.jpg London's Mandarin Oriental hotel hit by fire The hotel is located close to London's Hyde Park http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Report:-Scottish-sports-participation-programmes-changing-lives/337843 monthly 0.9 2018-06-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH27110_853737.jpg Report: Scottish sports participation programmes 'changing lives' According to the study, the Active Schools initiative has made 98 per cent of children and young people feel healthier http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/PayAsUGym-introduces-facial-recognition-feature-to-ID-verification-process/337812 monthly 0.9 2018-06-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH27077_490224.jpg PayAsUGym introduces facial recognition feature to ID verification process The facial recognition feature is one of many new ID verification options added by PayAsUGym http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-Sport-launches-consultation-into-elite-sport-funding/337797 monthly 0.9 2018-06-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH24933_935255.jpg UK Sport launches consultation into elite sport funding Katherine Grainger said UK Sport will not have any 'preconceived conclusions' about the consultation http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Street-League-adds-rugby-to-sports-employability-programme/337714 monthly 0.9 2018-05-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH26932_715697.jpg Street League adds rugby to sports employability programme Street League Rugby was officially launched by culture secretary Matt Hancock http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/£500000-outdoor-terrace-opens-at-LHorizon-Beach-Hotel-in-Jersey/337668 monthly 0.9 2018-05-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH26870_125031.jpg £500,000 outdoor terrace opens at L'Horizon Beach Hotel in Jersey The terrace is designed to offer guests unparallelled views of St Brelade's Bay http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Boutique-New-Road-Hotel-opens-its-doors-in-East-End-of-London/337666 monthly 0.9 2018-05-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH26868_581979.jpg Boutique New Road Hotel opens its doors in East End of London The design of the 80-bedroom hotel pays homage to the building's history as a textile factory http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Hiitgirl-founder-reveals-plans-to-expand-brand-/337700 monthly 0.9 2018-05-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH26900_338061.jpg Hiitgirl founder reveals plans to expand brand Susan Dyson opened the first Hiitgirl studio in 2013. http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Double-Olympic-champion-launches-scheme-to-get-one-million-children-into-gymnastics/337683 monthly 0.9 2018-05-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH26880_952191.jpg Double Olympic champion launches scheme to get 'one million children' into gymnastics Max Whitlock Gymnastics will consist of structured sessions aiming to give children the chance to develop and perfect their skills http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Latest-Leisure-Opportunities-news-round-up-is-now-live!/337642 monthly 0.9 2018-05-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH26846_37762.jpg Latest Leisure Opportunities news round-up is now live! The latest Leisure Opportunities video news roundup is now live and available to watch http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Royal-themed-attraction-opens-at-Peppa-Pig-World/337579 monthly 0.9 2018-05-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH26765_458707.jpg Royal-themed attraction opens at Peppa Pig World Grampy Rabbit’s Sailing Club features individual boats twisting and turning along a Pirate Island-themed lazy river http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sport-England-targets-families-with-£40m-funding-round/337634 monthly 0.9 2018-05-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH26842_657354.jpg Sport England targets families with £40m funding round The funding will focus on getting entire families more physically active http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Fitness-sector-recruits-entering-industry-with-unrealistic-expectations/337572 monthly 0.9 2018-05-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH26758_81813.jpg Fitness sector recruits entering industry with "unrealistic expectations" Recruiting and retaining high-quality fitness staff continues to be a consistent and recurring challenge http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Breaking:-Jennie-Price-to-step-down-from-Sport-England/337532 monthly 0.9 2018-05-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH26698_362663.jpg Breaking: Jennie Price to step down from Sport England Price was awarded the CBE for services to sport in 2017 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Xercise4Less-secures-£42m-in-private-investment-to-fund-expansion-plans/337520 monthly 0.9 2018-05-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH26690_484819.jpg Xercise4Less secures £42m in private investment to fund expansion plans Xercise4Less founder Jon Wright said the growth capital will allow the firm to tap into the growing demand for fitness. http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Record-revenues-see-Premier-League-clubs-nearly-treble-their-profits/337478 monthly 0.9 2018-05-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH26612_270155.jpg Record revenues see Premier League clubs nearly treble their profits The revenue growth was driven by the combination of strong broadcast income and the Financial Fair Play rules http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Supervised-resistance-training-a-‘key-tool’-for-weight-loss/337452 monthly 0.9 2018-05-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH26593_246591.jpg Supervised resistance training a ‘key tool’ for weight loss Those who underwent structured and supervised resistance training programmes saw major improvements in both strength and body composition http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Fire-hit-Cameron-House-hotel-to-reopen-in-2019/337461 monthly 0.9 2018-05-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH26598_123433.jpg Fire-hit Cameron House hotel to reopen in 2019 The hotel will undergo a year-long redevelopment http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/The-Massage-Company-prepares-for-UK-expansion/337379 monthly 0.9 2018-05-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH26481_703631.jpg The Massage Company prepares for UK expansion The Massage Company top team: co-founder Elliot Walker (left) with John Holman, director of spa training (centre) and Charlie Thompson, operations director and co-founder (right) http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Barrecore-becomes-the-latest-operator-to-tap-into-bridal-fitness-market/337369 monthly 0.9 2018-05-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH26476_152535.jpg Barrecore becomes the latest operator to tap into 'bridal fitness' market Barrecore has introduced two courses specifically targeting those preparing for their weddings http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/The-Wave-Bristol-finalises-deal-to-open-Europes-first-Wavegarden-Cove/337351 monthly 0.9 2018-05-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH26451_717774.jpg The Wave Bristol finalises deal to open Europe's first Wavegarden Cove The Wave Bristol will use Wavegarden Cove technology http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Luxury-boutique-spa-to-open-at-Somersets-Windmill-Retreat-Estate/337348 monthly 0.9 2018-05-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH26441_69606.jpg Luxury boutique spa to open at Somerset's Windmill Retreat Estate The spa is designed to create a relaxing wellness haven for its guests http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/FA-confirms-plans-to-sell-Wembley-to-Fulham-owner-Shahid-Khan/337292 monthly 0.9 2018-04-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH26349_790433.jpg FA confirms plans to sell Wembley to Fulham owner Shahid Khan Khan would pay around £600m for the stadium, while the FA would continue to run the Club Wembley hospitality business http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Oscar-Wildes-grandson-opens-first-Wilde-Aparthotel-in-London/337274 monthly 0.9 2018-04-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Oscar Wilde's grandson opens first Wilde Aparthotel in London (from left) Jason Delany, director of brand; Merlin Holland; Tom Walsh, CEO; Keith Freeman, COO; Atul Prakash, GM http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Leeds-United-signs-partnership-with-Uber-/337258 monthly 0.9 2018-04-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Leeds United signs partnership with Uber The partnership will see Uber encourage fans not to drive to the stadium http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Funding-scheme-to-help-retain-men-in-grassroots-football/337182 monthly 0.9 2018-04-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH26222_653237.jpg Funding scheme to help retain men in grassroots football The programme will offer existing grassroots football clubs grants to continue offering playing opportunities in organised football http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Stadium-for-Cornwall-a-step-closer-after-£3m-council-funding-boost/337175 monthly 0.9 2018-04-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH26213_562984.jpg Stadium for Cornwall a step closer after £3m council funding boost As well as a home for the Cornish Pirates rugby club, the stadium will also host Truro City Football Club http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Launch-of-hotel-helps-Lancashire-CCC-record-92-per-cent-increase-in-profits/337131 monthly 0.9 2018-04-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH26166_226312.jpg Launch of hotel helps Lancashire CCC record 92 per cent increase in profits With an average occupancy of 61 per cent, the hotel achieved room revenues of £1m http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/énergie-Fitness-appoints-financial-advisors-ahead-of-sale-and-aggressive-expansion-/337130 monthly 0.9 2018-04-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH26165_779404.jpg énergie Fitness appoints financial advisors ahead of sale and 'aggressive expansion' CEO Jan Spaticchia said the search for a new financial partner is part of plans to complete an aggressive rollout in the UK. http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Dorchester’s-new-museum-brings-200-years-of-crime-to-life/337090 monthly 0.9 2018-04-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH26077_956629.jpg Dorchester’s new museum brings '200 years of crime' to life The £3m museum is run by the Shire Hall Trust http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Record-number-of-cruise-liners-to-provide-Northern-Ireland-tourism-boost-in-2018/337087 monthly 0.9 2018-04-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH26070_359889.jpg Record number of cruise liners to provide Northern Ireland tourism boost in 2018 The increase has been accredited to Visit Belfast's new "Cruise Belfast" campaign http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Government-turns-down-plans-for-safe-standing-in-English-top-flight-football/337061 monthly 0.9 2018-04-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH26039_826169.jpg Government turns down plans for safe standing in English top flight football The pilot would have seen around 3,500 seats being converted to rail seats http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Stessa-Leisure-begins-building-énergie-gym-portfolio-/337037 monthly 0.9 2018-04-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH26016_176089.jpg Stessa Leisure begins building énergie gym portfolio Stessa Leisure founder Adam Thompson (centre) with Square One Law's Ian Gilthorpe (left) and Philip Stewart http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Wattbikes-restructures-top-team-–-founder-Ian-Wilson-moves-from-MD-to-president/336996 monthly 0.9 2018-04-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH25944_659083.jpg Wattbike restructures top team – founder Ian Wilson moves from MD to president Ian Wilson (second from right) with the Wattbike top team http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Study-finds-live-music-more-effective-than-yoga/337015 monthly 0.9 2018-04-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Study finds live music more effective than yoga Additional research has found that people who regularly experience live music reported high levels of personal happiness, contentment, productivity and self-esteem http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Former-Precor-MD-Justin-Smith-joins-eGym/337013 monthly 0.9 2018-04-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH25985_537569.jpg Former Precor MD Justin Smith joins eGym An industry veteran, Smith will focus on eGym's new business development http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Swim-England-to-launch-performance-centre-network-linked-to-universities/336988 monthly 0.9 2018-04-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH25932_78648.jpg Swim England to launch performance centre network linked to universities The Performance Centre Programme will see swimming clubs and pools linking up with universities http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Susan-Gerrard-launches-beauty-academy-for-UK-spa-market/336952 monthly 0.9 2018-03-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH25897_970558.jpg Susan Gerrard launches beauty academy for UK spa market Susan Gerrard brought the Jessica natural nail care to the UK in 1992 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/The-Gym-Group-partners-with-Lifetime-to-open-personal-training-academy/336933 monthly 0.9 2018-03-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH25843_485432.jpg The Gym Group partners with Lifetime to open personal training academy The first academy sites have now launched in London, Manchester and Birmingham http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Founder-of-sports-betting-company-Betfair-Mark-Davies-appointed-chair-of-British-Rowing/336924 monthly 0.9 2018-03-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH25834_871946.jpg Founder of sports betting company Betfair, Mark Davies, appointed chair of British Rowing Davies will take up his new role on 1 April http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/eGym-buys-Netpulse/336891 monthly 0.9 2018-03-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ eGym buys Netpulse eGym and Netpulse join forces http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Conica-appoints-James-Wright-as-commercial-director/336878 monthly 0.9 2018-03-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH25774_728626.jpg Conica appoints James Wright as commercial director Wright will be tasked with building the company’s UK and Irish business http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Xercise4Less-plans-10-new-openings-for-2018-–-will-reach-50-club-landmark-in-June/336866 monthly 0.9 2018-03-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH25763_75449.jpg Xercise4Less plans 10 new openings for 2018 – will reach 50-club landmark in June Launched in 2009 by entrepreneur Jon Wright, Xercise4Less currently has nearly 350,000 members – 30 per cent of who have never previously been members of health clubs http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Government’s-£50m-Integrated-Communities-Strategy-fund-an-‘opportunity’-for-sport/336844 monthly 0.9 2018-03-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH25719_705995.jpg Government’s £50m Integrated Communities Strategy fund an ‘opportunity’ for sport Sports clubs could be among the beneficiaries, as the strategy explicitly recognises the value of sport and recreation in bringing communities together http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Hastings-Hotels-prepares-for-Grand-Central-Belfast-launch-as-part-of-£63m-investment/336840 monthly 0.9 2018-03-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH25714_574718.jpg Hastings Hotels prepares for Grand Central Belfast launch as part of £63m investment The 304-bedroom property will become Northern Ireland’s largest hotel http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/The-Gym-Group-‘still-breaking-records’-as-profits-and-revenue-increase/336830 monthly 0.9 2018-03-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH25687_221368.jpg The Gym Group ‘still breaking records’ as profits and revenue increase Gym Group CEO John Treharne expects the group to open another 15-20 clubs during 2018 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Fitness-to-replace-sport-at-Mold-Leisure-Centre-as-part-of-£14m-investment/336813 monthly 0.9 2018-03-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH25645_460484.jpg Fitness to replace sport at Mold Leisure Centre as part of £1.4m investment The dual-purpose centre serves pupils during school hours and the local community outside of them http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/ECB-director-Andy-Nash-resigns-over-Test-county-payments/336787 monthly 0.9 2018-03-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH25584_742864.jpg ECB director Andy Nash resigns over Test-county payments In his resignation letter Nash alleges that the fees were agreed without the ECB board's approval http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Apex-Hotels-appoints-Ceylinn-Morin-to-spearhead-new-Warmer-Welcome-initiative-/336772 monthly 0.9 2018-03-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH25572_832153.jpg Apex Hotels appoints Celynn Morin to spearhead new Warmer Welcome initiative Ceylinn Morin is a registered dietician, keynote speaker and author http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/VisitBritain-signs-first-ever-commercial-deals-with-destination-management-companies/336767 monthly 0.9 2018-03-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ VisitBritain signs first-ever commercial deals with destination management companies Golf Tourism England is among the projects to benefit from the partnership http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Virgin-Hotels-to-open-first-European-site-in-Edinburgh-in-2020/336763 monthly 0.9 2018-03-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH25561_120731.jpg Virgin Hotels to open first European site in Edinburgh in 2020 The 225-bedroom Virgin Hotel Edinburgh will be located in the landmark India Buildings http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Mindbody-buys-Booker-in-$US150m-deal/336726 monthly 0.9 2018-03-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH25554_294515.jpg Mindbody buys Booker in $US150m deal Rick Stollmeyer (left) with Josh McCarter http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Tokyo-lab-demonstrates-dynamic-projection-mapping-on-dancing-man/336675 monthly 0.9 2018-03-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Tokyo lab demonstrates dynamic projection mapping on dancing man Researchers project content onto a moving person http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Former-travel-warehouse-transformed-into-functional-fitness-club/336642 monthly 0.9 2018-03-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH25453_283058.jpg Former travel warehouse transformed into functional fitness club Gym Unique is co-owned by fitness enthusiast and former Geordie Shore star James Tindale http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-training-levy-under-fire-as-number-of-new-apprenticeships-plunges-by-35-per-cent/336624 monthly 0.9 2018-03-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH795300_324097.jpg New training levy under fire as number of new apprenticeships plunges by 35 per cent The levy is at the centre of the government’s plans to double investment in apprenticeships http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/London-Manchester-and-Birmingham-team-up-to-launch-international-tourism-drive/336570 monthly 0.9 2018-02-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH25325_520088.jpg London, Manchester and Birmingham team up to launch international tourism drive Left to right - The Mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham; West Midlands Mayor Andy Street; The Mayor of London Sadiq Khan http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Scottish-tourism’s-‘bumper-year’-led-by-visitor-attractions/336560 monthly 0.9 2018-02-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH25311_918415.jpg Scottish tourism’s ‘bumper year’ led by visitor attractions The National Museum of Scotland attracted more than 2 million visitors for the first time in its history http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/The-Bannatyne-Group-invests-£650000-in-new-Shrewsbury-spa-/336555 monthly 0.9 2018-02-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH25309_589691.jpg The Bannatyne Group invests £650,000 in new Shrewsbury spa Dave Hammond, general manager at the Shrewsbury, with the spa team. http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Loughborough-University-to-open-£7m-elite-athlete-hotel-with-‘altitude-rooms’-/336536 monthly 0.9 2018-02-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH25289_169140.jpg Loughborough University to open £7m elite athlete hotel with ‘altitude rooms’ Described as the first of its kind in Europe, the hotel will house 20 specially-designed altitude rooms http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Lanserhof-to-open-UKs-first-medical-gym-at-Londons-The-Arts-Club/336537 monthly 0.9 2018-02-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Lanserhof to open UK's first medical gym at London's The Arts Club The new medical gym will be the first of its kind to open in the UK and will feature high-end medical facilities and a state-of-the-art gym http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Programme-of-speakers-revealed-for-boutique-fitness-event-Sweat/336530 monthly 0.9 2018-02-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Programme of speakers revealed for boutique fitness event Sweat Daniel Macaulay, CEO of sports marketing group Brandwave http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Government-pledges-£75m-for-new-sporting-excellence-diploma-scheme/336526 monthly 0.9 2018-02-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif Government pledges £7.5m for new 'sporting excellence' diploma scheme The qualification will be open to those who are on a talent pathway overseen by their sport’s national governing body http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Fusion-Resort-in-Cam-Ranh-relaunches-with-new-wellness-concept--/336516 monthly 0.9 2018-02-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Fusion Resort in Cam Ranh relaunches with new wellness concept The resort has rebranded as a family retreat http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sport-Wales-looks-to-‘diversify-community-sport’-with-new-appointment/336508 monthly 0.9 2018-02-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH19909_692419.jpg Sport Wales looks to ‘diversify community sport’ with new appointment The new role will look to help diversify the sports on offer in Wales http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Rudding-Park-names-Sian-Jones-as-new-assistant-spa-director/336436 monthly 0.9 2018-02-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH25182_823865.jpg Rudding Park names Sian Jones as new assistant spa director Jones is the former head of health club and spa at London luxury hotel Claridge’s http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Leisure-Opportunities-is-doing-an-apprenticeship-survey-–-take-part!-/336399 monthly 0.9 2018-02-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH25132_45944.jpg Leisure Opportunities is doing an apprenticeship survey – take part! The short, three-minute online survey looks to chart companies’ plans for apprentices http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Cardiff-Council-reveals-preferred-location-for-new-£110m-indoor-arena/336403 monthly 0.9 2018-02-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Cardiff Council reveals preferred location for new £110m indoor arena The planned £110m venue would be capable of hosting sports, cultural, and entertainment events http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-£250000-funding-pot-aiming-to-get-people-on-low-incomes-more-active/336390 monthly 0.9 2018-02-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH25124_225407.jpg New £250,000 funding pot aiming to get people on low incomes more active One of the projects to receive the new funding – Lancashire Sport Partnership – will use the grant towards its Challenge through Sport Initiative http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK’s-first-Coaching-Week-to-celebrate-wider-impact-of-sports-coaches/336312 monthly 0.9 2018-02-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH25012_117408.jpg UK’s first Coaching Week to celebrate wider impact of sports coaches UK Coaching wants the new campaign to highlight the positive effects of great coaching on physical and mental wellbeing, as well as on society http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Water-Babies-reveals-plans-to-build-and-operate-in-UK-Germany-and-China/336303 monthly 0.9 2018-02-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH25009_899059.jpg Water Babies reveals plans to build and operate in UK, Germany and China Water Babies lessons teach babies to control their breathing when swimming http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Roehampton-Club-completes-£4m-upgrade-of-outdoor-pool-gym-and-studios/336282 monthly 0.9 2018-02-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH24981_754292.jpg Roehampton Club completes £4m upgrade of outdoor pool, gym and studios The refurbishment was part of a two-phase, £4m redevelopment programme and included the installation of two new studios http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/JD-Gyms-acquires-Ben-Dunne-Gyms-UK/336276 monthly 0.9 2018-02-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ JD Gyms acquires Ben Dunne Gyms UK The new acquisitions in Liverpool and Manchester mark the start of further expansion for JD Gyms this financial year http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Athletics-World-Cup-to-launch-in-London-with-eight-teams-all-led-by-female-captains/336261 monthly 0.9 2018-02-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH24940_209033.jpg Athletics World Cup to launch in London with eight teams all led by female captains The World Cup will take place under the floodlights at the London Stadium http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/If-we-could-start-again…-Grainger-and-Grant-reimagine-UK-funding-system/336260 monthly 0.9 2018-02-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH24933_935255.jpg 'If we could start again…' Grainger and Grant reimagine sport funding system Katherine Grainger said she has found the funding systems at UK Sport and Sport England 'challenging' http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Grace-Belgravia-announces-Cliveden-House-partnership/336204 monthly 0.9 2018-02-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Grace Belgravia announces Cliveden House partnership The agreement means members will be able to access both hotel and spa facilities http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Crouch-reports-‘good-progress’-on-government’s-Sporting-Future-strategy/336199 monthly 0.9 2018-01-31T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH24829_631009.jpg Crouch reports ‘good progress’ on government’s Sporting Future strategy Crouch reported progress in targeted investment and governance standards in sport http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Spabreaks-founder-defends-industry-over-cancer-claims/336194 monthly 0.9 2018-01-31T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Spabreaks founder defends industry over cancer claims Wright praised the spa industry for taking action to improve relationships with cancer sufferers http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sports-leaders-call-on-sector-to-do-more-to-promote-minority-role-models/336190 monthly 0.9 2018-01-31T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH24817_913206.jpg Sports leaders call on sector to do more to promote minority role models Cyrille Regis became a trailblazer for black British men in sport but sector leaders say more needs to be done to promote similar leaders for the future http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/ukactive-4-global-Latent-Demand-Service-DataHub-Steven-Ward-Alex-Burrows/335991 monthly 0.9 2018-01-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH24538_764262.jpg Data insight service promises health club developers 96 per cent accuracy Alex Burrows is director at 4 global, which administers the DataHub http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/British-Gymnastics-Oxygen-Freejumping-trampolining-safety-David-Stalker-Dave-Marshall-National-Governing-Body-for-Gymnastics-and-Trampolining/336143 monthly 0.9 2018-01-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH24757_990983.jpg British Gymnastics partners Oxygen Freejumping to improve trampolining safety and coaching The partnership includes an agreement for Oxygen Freejumping’s court monitor staff to be trained by British Gymnastics tutors to achieve UKCC qualifications http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Professor-Carol-Jagger-Newcastle-University/336111 monthly 0.9 2018-01-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH24730_524039.jpg Disease timebomb to hit over-65s by 2035 as obesity and inactivity rise – study Poor health behaviours, including a lack of exercise, will lead to older people being diagnosed with four or more diseases http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/The-Lanesborough-Bodyism-James-Duigan-memberships-/336109 monthly 0.9 2018-01-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ The Lanesborough teams up with Bodyism for dual membership offer The deal is an extension of an existing partnership, which has seen Bodyism founder James Duigan (pictured) lead fitness sessions on request at The Lanesborough http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Wokingham-Borough-Council-Woodley-Reading-1Life-leisure-centre/336028 monthly 0.9 2018-01-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH24571_544306.jpg Plans confirmed for £14.5m Bulmershe Leisure Centre Set to open in 2020, facilities at the new centre will include a 25m, six-lane swimming pool and health club http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Alliance-Leisrue-Createability-Elemis-Lancaster-City-Council-Salt-Ayre-Ishga-Bignell-Shacklady-Ewing/336085 monthly 0.9 2018-01-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH24686_630031.jpg Luxury spa opens at Salt Ayre Leisure Centre Facilities at the spa include two saunas, a salt Inhalation room and aroma steamroom http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Active-Essex-Active-Surrey-Active-Cumbria-Somerset-Activity-Sports-Partnership-Chelsea-FC-Surrey-FA-YMCA-/336086 monthly 0.9 2018-01-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH24687_908751.jpg All Together campaign aims to get more disabled people active Essex All Together ambassadors http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sported-volunteers-TSB-Paul-Pester-Chris-Grant/336072 monthly 0.9 2018-01-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH24662_618783.jpg More than half of community sports groups face fear of closure – survey More than half of community sports club members surveyed said they feared for the future of their groups http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/ukactive-Lauren-Armes-Emma-Barry-Equinox-Soul-Cycle-F45-Boomcycle-Run-Junkie-Myzone-Dave-Wright-Steven-Ward/336038 monthly 0.9 2018-01-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH24594_770476.jpg Fitness sector to chart next steps for boutique market Following the successful launch of Sweat last year, the next phase of growth for the boutique sector will be debated at this year's event http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Serco-Leisure-Warrior-Assault-Holme-Pierrepont-Country-Park-James-Palmer-Rob-Edmond/335981 monthly 0.9 2018-01-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH24518_911290.jpg Serco Leisure to expand fitness offering with obstacle course launch Warrior Assault a three-storey super slide called ‘Take Off’ http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Baroness-Tanni-Grey-Thompson-/335993 monthly 0.9 2018-01-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH16402_475244.jpg Government policy on fitness and wellbeing in Wales set for scrutiny Tanni Grey-Thompson will be one of the keynote speakers at the conference http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sports-and-Recreation-Alliance-Code-of-Conduct--Code-of-Conduct-for-Rights-Owners-/335997 monthly 0.9 2018-01-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH24546_669327.jpg Broadcasting code of conduct delivers £125m boost for grassroots sport Tennis is one of the sports to benefit from the extra funding http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Prince-Harry-Meghan-Markle-StreetGames-Wales-Invictus-Games/335996 monthly 0.9 2018-01-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Prince Harry and Meghan Markle visit StreetGames project It is the second time Prince Harry has visited a StreetGames project within a year – he previously attended a project in Newham, London http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Ten-Entertainment-Alan-Hand-tenpin-bowling-IPO/335987 monthly 0.9 2018-01-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH24535_304994.jpg Ten Entertainment wants to lure families away from their mobile phones Ten Entertainment plans to add 3-4 sites a year to its portfolio, which currently numbers 40 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Places-for-People-Steve-Mann-ukactive-Steven-Ward-Rich-Millard/335957 monthly 0.9 2018-01-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH24488_308966.jpg Steve Mann joins Places for People in new community role Dr Steve Mann has helped shape the work of the ukactive Research Institute for the past seven years http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Isle-of-Wight-Going-on-a-Bear-Hunt-visitor-attractions-Simon-Dabell-Visit-Isle-of-Wight-tourism-tourist-attraction-National-Trust-/335951 monthly 0.9 2018-01-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Isle of Wight takes families on a bear hunt with new tourism campaign We're Going on a Bear Hunt was originally a 1989 children's picture book written by Michael Rosen http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Spa-Business-School-Peigin-Crowley-spa-education-spa-training-wellness-training/335945 monthly 0.9 2018-01-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH24477_324285.jpg Business management course launched for Irish spa industry Spa consultant Peigin Crowley has worked on the curriculum for the new course http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/John-Glen-tourism-Margot-James-Michael-Ellis-Matt-Hancock-Theresa-May-cabinet-reshuffle-Karen-Bradley-government-Britain-UK-tourism/335906 monthly 0.9 2018-01-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH24423_413775.jpg New tourism minister to be announced as John Glen named City minister Glen was named City minister in the cabinet reshuffle http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Psycle-Rhian-Stephenson/335797 monthly 0.9 2018-01-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH24349_710390.jpg Psycle to double portfolio of studios Rhian Stephenson took over as chief executive of Psycle in 2016 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Halo-Leisure-Herefordshire-Council-Scott-Rolfe-Harry-Bramer/335817 monthly 0.9 2018-01-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20059_740164.jpg Halo lands 75-year leisure centre contract The gym at Ledbury Swimming Pool http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Matt-Hancock-Karen-Bradley-Nick-Pontefract-Sport-England-DCMS/335842 monthly 0.9 2018-01-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH24322_877149.jpg Matt Hancock replaces Karen Bradley as culture secretary and Nick Pontefract leaves for Sport England Matt Hancock was made culture secretary following Theresa's May cabinet reshuffle yesterday (8 January) http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Tony-Hewitt-Parkwood-Group-Parkwood-Leisure/335830 monthly 0.9 2018-01-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH24305_399475.jpg Parkwood Group founder Tony Hewitt dies aged 68 Tony Hewitt was praised for his "invaluable contribution" to the leisure industry over the past 20 years http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/FA-Cup-The-FA-Poet-David-Vujanic-Vuj/335814 monthly 0.9 2018-01-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH24287_865424.jpg FA Cup turns to music and fashion to attract young fans Poet is one of the establishing members of the new group which will promote the FA Cup http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Active-Dorset-ESCAPE-pain-County-Sports-Partnerships-Martin-Kimberley-BH-Live-Mike-Lyons-Public-Health-Dorset/335806 monthly 0.9 2018-01-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH24253_597349.jpg Exercise intervention programme to help arthritis sufferers The classes will be run by a physiotherapist or exercise professional http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Davina-McCall-celebrity/335801 monthly 0.9 2018-01-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH24251_23394.jpg Davina McCall makes New Year’s resolution to become qualified fitness instructor Davina McCall learning from her personal trainer, Ed Lumsden http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Kim-Ingleby-Optimum-Nutrition-Jay-Banks-The-Club-Gym/335768 monthly 0.9 2018-01-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH24191_866241.jpg Personal trainer Kim Ingleby lands Gold Standard Fitness award Kim Ingleby runs mind body coaching company Energised Performance http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Steve-Halsall-Enrgym-The-Collective/335769 monthly 0.9 2018-01-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH24208_460283.jpg Steve Halsall launches boutique gym in 'co-living' building Steve Halsall has trained comedians, pop stars, actors and film directors http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-Year-Honours-Darcey-Bussell-Clare-Connor-Joyce-Cook-Heather-Knight-Sarah-Lewis-Ian-McLauchlan-Jonathan-Morgan-Ed-Morrison-Mark-Robinson/335760 monthly 0.9 2018-01-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH24189_579061.jpg New Year Honours 2018: Sports leaders and stars recognised A trio of players from the England women's cricket team was recognised in the New Year Honours after winning this year's World Cup, as well as a host of sports leaders http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Serco-Leisure-Sport-England-Lilleshall-National-Sports-and-Conferencing-Centre-Bisham-Abbey-National-Sports-Centre-Nottinghamshire-County-Council/335679 monthly 0.9 2017-12-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH24069_355157.jpg National sports centres give managers mental health training Mental health first aid trainees at Lilleshall National Sports and Conferencing Centre http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Brexit-tourism-visitor-attractions-John-Glen-Patricia-Yates/335718 monthly 0.9 2017-12-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH24164_465827.jpg British tourism set for record figures in 2018 More visitors the ever before will visit the UK in 2018, according to VisitBritain http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Learn-to-Swim-Swim-England-Jon-Glenn-European-Swimming-Federation-LEN/335613 monthly 0.9 2017-12-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH23935_816197.jpg European Learn to Swim standards launched The new standards aim to ensure all children across Europe reach the right levels to swim safely http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/athletics-IAAF-World-Para-Athletics-Championships-IAAF-World-Championships-UK-Sport-Seb-Coe-UK-Athletics-Richard-Bowker-The-Sports-Consultancy/335709 monthly 0.9 2017-12-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH24136_663597.jpg Look back at summer of sport shows £107m economic impact of World Athletics in UK After the record-breaking events, prime minister Theresa May hosted a reception for British athletes, coaches and staff involved in the World Athletics and Para Athletics Championships http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/GLL-Finesse-Leisure-Partnership-Welwyn-Hatfield-Borough-Council-Mark-Sesnan-Robin-Loader/335698 monthly 0.9 2017-12-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20183_35400.jpg Finesse Leisure and GLL in talks over merger GLL operates operates 275 leisure and cultural facilities nationwide http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sarah-Begbie-Corinthia-Hotels-Corinthia-ESPA-Life-wellness-director-wellness-spa-Corinthia-London-staff-retention/335659 monthly 0.9 2017-12-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH23992_820506.jpg Corinthia Hotels appoints wellbeing director for staff Sarah Begbie will be tasked with reviewing, developing and implementing wellbeing systems and programmes across Corinthia's eight hotels http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/British-tourism-visitor-attractions-tourism-Steve-Ridgeway-Heathrow-Brexit-Virgin-Atlantic-AirBNB/335625 monthly 0.9 2017-12-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH23963_127692.jpg Industry leaders demand changes to help double value of British tourism by 2025 The letter said that tourism must become a key part of the government's industrial strategy http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/David-Tanner-British-Rowing-GB-Rowing-UK-Sport-Katherine-Grainger-Annamarie-Phelps/335599 monthly 0.9 2017-12-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH23913_769685.jpg Sir David Tanner to step down from British Rowing after 21 years Tanner drove development of the Redgrave Pinsent Rowing Lake at Caversham, an elite training centre which opened in 2006 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/PS-Sustainable-Wellness-Edinburgh-Duncan-Whatmore-Pamela-Griffin-Lynsey-MacKenzie-wellness-mental-health-sustainability-/335523 monthly 0.9 2017-12-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH23794_395799.jpg Private members' wellness club to launch in Edinburgh Designed by local architect and masterplanner Duncan Whatmore, the centre will be located on the western side of Edinburgh http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Virgin-Active-Israel-Rivera/335522 monthly 0.9 2017-12-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH966816_301757.jpg Virgin Active strategy hinges on sense of community, says first head of group exercise Cycling will continue to be at the forefront of the operator's strategy http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Technogym-awarded-five-year-contract-at-Loughborough-University/334836 monthly 0.9 2017-12-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif Technogym awarded five-year contract at Loughborough University Powerbase will become a Technogym Centre of Excellence http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Titanic-Spa-Rasul-Snow-Garden-spa-marketing-wellness-marketing-/335496 monthly 0.9 2017-12-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH23756_377093.jpg Titanic Spa introduces outdoor snow garden for festive period The area has been launched in time for the Christmas period and will stay open until the end of February http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/FlyFit-Crowdcube/335459 monthly 0.9 2017-12-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH23707_784363.jpg FlyFit sets sights on three more airports by crowdfunding £750,000 FlyFit is due to open its studio in Heathrow Terminal 2 in early 2018 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Places-for-People-Leisure-Places-Gym-Sandra-Dodd-Andy-Hastings-Simply-Gym/335438 monthly 0.9 2017-12-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH23634_703856.jpg Places for People doubles low-cost offering with Simply Gym acquisitions The Places Gym portfolio now includes six clubs http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Dermalogica-London-flagship-store-skincare-Sloane-Square/335367 monthly 0.9 2017-12-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH23502_241234.jpg Dermalogica to open flagship London store Designed by Lime Blue Ltd, the 1,500sq ft retail space will be Dermalogica's largest in the UK http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/London-Sport-sporttech-Alex-Zurita/335348 monthly 0.9 2017-12-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH23474_190131.jpg London looks to kickstart sport technology revolution London Sport's new strategic plan aims to develop greater collaboration between sport and tech companies in the capital http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Becky-Adlington-swimwear-Everyone-Active-Jacqui-Tillman-swimming/335292 monthly 0.9 2017-11-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH23397_259393.jpg Body image concerns stopping mothers from teaching children to swim Former Olympic swimmer Becky Adlington welcomed the move to relax swimwear policies so more parents bring their children swimming http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/EF-Medispa-Esther-Fieldgrass-Richmond-medical-spa-London-/335266 monthly 0.9 2017-11-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH23354_513392.jpg EF expands London presence with fifth medical day spa The Richmond clinic will specialise in facial rejuvenation, body toning and intelligent skincare. http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sport-England-funding-volunteers-iwill-Phil-Smith-Tracey-Crouch-Test-Valley-Community-Services-Play-Gloucestershire-Small-Heath-Boxing-Club/335263 monthly 0.9 2017-11-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH23350_779510.jpg Sports projects receive £4.4m funding boost to attract new volunteers Sports volunteers experience the dual benefit of social impact and personal fitness http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Air-Passenger-Duty-tourism-UKinbound-VAT-Northern-Ireland-Deirdre-Wells-/335232 monthly 0.9 2017-11-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH23310_531157.jpg Air Passenger Duty freeze could boost British tourism The move on air tax means that 99 per cent of passengers coming to the UK will not see a rise in APD http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/eGym-Kerstin-Obenauer-Jochen-Michaelis-Eric-Wenig/335211 monthly 0.9 2017-11-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH23275_534735.jpg eGym appoints Obenauer as new head of UK Obenauer has more than 20 years’ experience working in the fitness industry http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/London-Apex-Hotel-spa-refurbishment/335205 monthly 0.9 2017-11-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH23271_924831.jpg London’s Apex City Hotel completes £1.5m refurb with spa and restaurant The nine-month project saw the hotel’s public areas given a makeover http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/green-spaces-Sport-and-Recreation-Alliance-James-Allen-Budget/335200 monthly 0.9 2017-11-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH23265_513141.jpg Budget: Housing vs green space, business rate relief for sport and VAT consultation While the 2017 Budget includes ambitious plans to build 300,000 homes a year, the move poses a threat to green spaces and recreational areas used for physical activity http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Crealy-Great-Adventure-zoo-theme-park-jobs-head-animal-keeper/335189 monthly 0.9 2017-11-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH23248_945169.jpg Crealy Great Adventure Park on the prowl for head animal keeper The successful candidate will be responsible for animals including the park’s popular meerkats at Meerkat Manor http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Gillian-McGraffin-Swinton-Country-Club-North-Yorkshire-spa-bareMinerals-Alton-Towers-Cowley-Manor-Rookery-Hall-Felicity-Cunliffe-Lister-spa /335156 monthly 0.9 2017-11-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH23211_853679.jpg Gillian McGraffin takes the helm at Swinton Estate’s new spa McGraffin joins Swinton from The Grand Brighton Hotel http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Keiser-UK-Garry-Spreadborough-Virgin-Active-David-Lloyd-Leisure/335174 monthly 0.9 2017-11-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH23232_662000.jpg Keiser UK promotes Garry Spreadborough to lead key accounts Spreadborough has previously worked for Virgin Active and David Lloyd Leisure http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Swimming-Sport-England-Serco-Kate-McKnight-Serco-Leisure-This-Girl-Can/335163 monthly 0.9 2017-11-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH23220_286149.jpg More women swimming as rethink over classes sees numbers triple Since January 2016, the number of women taking part in swimming sessions at 20 Serco leisure centres has grown from about 150 a week to nearly 500 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Museums-Sheffield-dementia-friendly-dementia-yorkshire-museums-galleries/335124 monthly 0.9 2017-11-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH23147_482918.jpg Museums Sheffield raises funds for dementia-friendly events If the funding target is met, museums across Sheffield will provide more opportunities to people suffering from dementia http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/The-Training-Room-Decléor-Lava-Shells-Sweet-Squared-CND-Shellac--Spa-Find-training-spa-training-wellness-training-therapists/335118 monthly 0.9 2017-11-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH23133_994553.jpg Product houses team up with wellness training provider The partnership will see students learn about the specialist treatments http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Greenwich-Leisure-Limited-GLL-Barnet-Council-Mark-Sesnan-Sachin-Rajput/335080 monthly 0.9 2017-11-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20183_35400.jpg Diversified leisure provision secures contract renewal for GLL 'Better' is GLL's customer-facing brand http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Gleneagles-The-Good-Spa-Guide-ESPA-Spabreakscom-wellness-spa-awards/335067 monthly 0.9 2017-11-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH23041_67941.jpg ESPA spa at Gleneagles named ‘best in the UK’ The Spa at Gleneagles by ESPA scooped the top prize at this year's awards http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Colin-Jackson-Places-for-People-Leisure-Pellikaan-Construction-Roberts-Limbrick-Architects/335054 monthly 0.9 2017-11-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH23023_117994.jpg £7.5m leisure centre complete with London Olympics pool opens in Birmingham Sparkhill Pool and Fitness Centre http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/RFU-England-Rugby-Deborah-Griffin-Steve-Grainger-Pitch-up-and-Play-Inner-Warrior-action-plan-womens-rugby/335051 monthly 0.9 2017-11-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH23020_727170.jpg RFU launches £10m action plan to engage 100,000 more women and girls in rugby England's Natasha Hunt is one of the players helping to inspire a new generation of women into the sport as the team reached the 2017 Women's World Cup Final http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Becky-Adlington-Bannatyne-Group-Duncan-Bannatyne-Mansfield-spa-wellness-healt-and-fitness-fitness/335041 monthly 0.9 2017-11-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH23009_299869.jpg Olympic star reopens Bannatyne spa and club after £1m investment The spa was opened by Olympic champion Becky Adlington, who will deliver her SwimStars programme at the Mansfield club http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/London-World-Travel-Market-Euromonitor-International-100-City-Destination-Rankings/335020 monthly 0.9 2017-11-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH22941_641775.jpg Competition for leisure travellers set to hurt London’s global ranking London's tourist attractions will face increasing competition from Europe and Asia for visitors, according to the new report http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/London-FA-governance-diversity-Lisa-Pearce-Ruth-Holdaway-Kirstin-Furber-Simon-Hughes-Vivienne-Aiyela-Gabby-Shirley-Paul-Mortimer/335003 monthly 0.9 2017-11-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH22918_181434.jpg London FA heralds ‘progressive new era’ with diverse board selection Former Charlton player Paul Mortimer is one of 10 new appointments to the board of the London FA http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/ukactive-Life-Fitness-Jonas-Software-Sport-England-AXA-PPP-Tech-City-UK-Imoves-Connected-Fitness-Labs-Wexer/334926 monthly 0.9 2017-11-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH22824_444089.jpg Fit-tech startups invited to shape future of physical activity sector ActiveLab will help finalists produce their solutions to the global physical activity crisis http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/ukactive-Pete-Wells-Gill-Twell-Right-Directions/334923 monthly 0.9 2017-11-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH19969_397869.jpg Gym operators urged to be wary of compensation culture Gym operators urged to be wary of compensation culture http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Warrington-Borough-Council-LiveWire-Warrington-Dementia-Alliance-Sport-England-Lawn-Tennis-Association-Stirling-University/334868 monthly 0.9 2017-11-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH22725_803416.jpg Dementia-friendly leisure hub expects one million visits in 2018 The first phase of the hub is set to open in early 2018 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/The-Gym-Group-Frank-Field-gig-economy-PT-contracts-/334891 monthly 0.9 2017-11-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH22786_315960.jpg Challenge to Gym Group PT contracts has implications for fitness sector The government select committee is challenging PT's employment contracts http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Larkfield-Leisure-Centre-Alliance-Leisure-Services-Martin-Guyton-tmactive-Tonbridge-and-Malling-Borough-Council-Leisure-Database/334828 monthly 0.9 2017-11-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH22659_933532.jpg Kent leisure centre revamp driven by demand for group exercise (L-R): Tom Fairey of Alliance Leisure Services, Martin Guyton and Alan Nicholl of tmactive, Stuart Edwards of Tonbridge and Malling council, Mike Stevens of tmactive and contractor Phil Pounder http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Pure-Gym-Goldman-Sachs-Private-Equity-Leonard-Green-Pamplona-and-Providence-CCMP-Capital-Advisors/334839 monthly 0.9 2017-11-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH9829_274960.jpg Final round of bids due for Pure Gym Pure Gym has 180 clubs nationwide http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/NHS-ukactive-Steven-Ward-Sir-Muir-Gray-Life-Fitness-National-Activity-Therapy-Service-Danny-Oliver/334820 monthly 0.9 2017-10-31T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH22653_676907.jpg Getting over-65s active could save NHS £12bn says new report One in five of the UK population will be aged 65 and over by 2025 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Les-Mills-Jean-Ann-Marnoch-/334798 monthly 0.9 2017-10-31T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Jean-Ann Marnoch: "Fitness instructors are undervalued" Jean-Ann Marnoch joined Les Mills UK in 2013, tasked with building its instructor training programme http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Abi-Wright-Spabreakscom-Spabreaks-everywoman-equality-/334783 monthly 0.9 2017-10-31T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH22613_234583.jpg Founder of Spabreaks.com named finalist for inaugural female travel awards Wright founded the Spabreaks booking service in 2008 and it now employs 100 staff http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Chrsi-Lane-Lanes-Health-Club-Virgin-Active-Chris-Lane-Tennis-and-Health-Club-David-Lloyd-Leisure/334790 monthly 0.9 2017-10-31T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH22618_501502.jpg Chris Lane returns to the fitness sector – rebrands former Virgin Active site Chris Lane has launched Lanes Health Club in Angmering, West Sussex http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Spirit-of-2012-Alan-Coppin-Dugald-Mackie-Get-Out-Get-Active-Sports-Grounds-Safety-Authority-RAF-Museum/334771 monthly 0.9 2017-10-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH22609_272833.jpg Spirit of 2012 names Alan Coppin as chair Alan Coppin was announced as the new chair of Spirit of 2012 at the charity's annual summit http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Tourism-Alliance-Package-Travel-Directive-Kurt-Janson-tourism/334737 monthly 0.9 2017-10-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH22559_822277.jpg Tourism Alliance says change to Package Travel Directive would generate £2.2bn The Tourism Alliance says that the 170,000 micro-businesses and SMEs that make up the UK’s domestic tourism industry will be at “significant risk” http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Debenhams-Sweat!-Virgin-Active-Sergio-Bucher-Frank-Reed/334730 monthly 0.9 2017-10-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH22542_463503.jpg Virgin Active co-founder, Frank Reed, partners with Debenhams to trial in-store gyms Sweat! gyms are set to be trialled in three Debenhams stores from early 2018 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/ukactive-National-Fitness-Day-ComRes-DataHub-Darcey-Bussell-Manchester-United-Tottenham-Hotspur-Anthony-Joshua-Davina-McCall-/334725 monthly 0.9 2017-10-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH22540_946386.jpg National Fitness Day gets more than five million Brits moving More than 5.1m Britons took part in the event on 27 September http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Legal-Panel-Framework-Sport-England-Sport-Wales-Sport-Northern-Ireland-Emma-Boggis-Sport-and-Recreation-Alliance-Patrick-Brown-UK-Sport/334676 monthly 0.9 2017-10-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH22535_666947.jpg Free legal aid for sport extended to Northern Ireland after £150k boost The funding will be available for any organisation operating in sport with a turnover of less than £500,000 a year http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Dolphin-Square-spa-london-manager-Zara-Williams/334696 monthly 0.9 2017-10-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH22504_604958.jpg Dolphin Square appoints Williams spa manager Williams brings over a decade of experience from various roles within the spa industry http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/FA-Grow-the-Game-Kelly-Simmons-Paul-Thorogood-Football-Foundation/334633 monthly 0.9 2017-10-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH22370_187716.jpg Football outreach project gets extra £860k to meet demand The FA initially invested £1.5m to Grow the Game but has increased funds to £2.36m http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Daily-Mile-UK-Government-/334624 monthly 0.9 2017-10-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ UK falling behind on childhood fitness, says parliamentary group The Daily Mile has had a positive impact on improving physical activity among children in Scotland but the new report says the UK's devolved nations must do more to share lessons learned http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Places-for-People-Epping-Forest-District-Council/334608 monthly 0.9 2017-10-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH16905_461918.jpg Green roof and 80-station gym planned for new Waltham Abbey leisure centre Waltham Abbey Leisure Centre is due to open in winter 2018 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Frame-Piper-Joan-Murphy-Libby-Gibson-Pip-Black-boutique/334565 monthly 0.9 2017-10-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH22193_657537.jpg Frame to expand boutique fitness studios with £6m investment Frame's community of 'Framers' has delivered £5m in sales this year http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Soho-Gyms-Pure-Gym-The-Gym-Group/334534 monthly 0.9 2017-10-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH22151_987103.jpg Soho Gyms feels the heat from low-cost chains Membership numbers at Soho Gym were up but gym membership income was down http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Everyone-Active-Jamie-Oliver-Sustain-Salford-Community-Leisure-Sheffield-International-Venues/334517 monthly 0.9 2017-10-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH22136_975302.jpg Everyone Active to cut sugary products from clubs Sofia Parente has invited http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/VisitBritain-VisitEngland-visitor-attractions-tourism-tourist-attractions-staycation-Brexit-inbound-tourism-domestic-tourism-Steve-Ridgeway/334468 monthly 0.9 2017-10-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH22074_184755.jpg UK sees record tourist numbers as exchange rate falls VisitBritain's GREAT campaign are among the initiatives which have drawn visitors to the UK http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Cancer-treatment-One-Spa-Edinburgh-Sheraton-Grand-Hotel-Made-for-Life-Foundation-Made-for-Life-Organics/334354 monthly 0.9 2017-10-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Edinburgh’s One Spa introduces ‘cancer touch therapy treatment’ The Cancer Touch Therapy treatment is delivered in partnership with skincare brand Made for Life Organics http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Birmingham-Commonwealth-Games-Louise-Martin-CGF/334443 monthly 0.9 2017-10-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH22043_246291.jpg Birmingham bid for Commonwealth Games ‘not fully compliant’ Insiders believe Birmingham still has the strongest case for hosting the Commonwealth Games 2022 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Everton-Bramley-Moore-Dock-CBRE-Iain-Jenkinson-Joe-Anderson-Liverpool/334435 monthly 0.9 2017-10-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH22030_101716.jpg Everton’s new stadium could boost local economy by £1bn The new stadium will sit on the banks of the river Mersey http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Les-Mills-Born-To-Move-Sport-England/334366 monthly 0.9 2017-10-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Les Mills reaches out to young people with special needs Born to Move was launched in the UK in 2014 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-Sport-Commonwealth-Games-Tracey-Crouch-Simon-Morton-Tour-de-France-Champions-League-Hockey-World-Cup-Boccia-World-Championships/334419 monthly 0.9 2017-10-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH22018_889414.jpg UK targets a decade of sporting ‘mega events’ and seven million spectators The UK is aiming to secure the hottest sporting events of the next 10 years following the success of the 2012 London Olympics http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Knight-Dragon-Design-District-Greenwich-Peninsula-6a-Architects-Barrozi-Veiga-SelgasCano-Adam-Khan-Architects-David-Kohn-Architects-Assemblage/334414 monthly 0.9 2017-10-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH22012_219060.jpg Knight Dragon reveals first glimpse of its diverse London Design District Billed as the first purpose-built district designed for London’s creative industries, The Design District will provide a permanent base for over 1,800 people working in creative fields http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Kurt-Janson-VisitBritain-Tourism-Industry-Council-Tourism-Industry-Deal-John-Glen-Andrew-Stokes-Bernard-Donoghue-James-McClure-Airbnb/334406 monthly 0.9 2017-10-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH21997_32834.jpg Tourism industry launches strategy to boost growth post-Brexit The Tourism Industry Council is aiming to boost all aspects of tourism after Brexit http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Bannatyne-Speedflex-Technogym/334360 monthly 0.9 2017-10-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH21923_464253.jpg Bannatyne Group pumps £1m into Nottinghamshire club Martin Atkins is general manager at Bannatyne Health Club and Spa Mansfield http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Health-Club-Boutique-High-end-Luxury-HIIT-Gym-Studio-London/334283 monthly 0.9 2017-09-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH21800_590141.jpg Luxury fitness brand opens pay-as-you-go studio KXU is a pay-as-you-go boutique studio in Chelsea, London http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Colin-Neil-Democratic-Unionist-Party-Hospitality-Ulster-Cut-Tourism-VAT-Northern-Ireland-Republic-of-Ireland-Nigel-Dodds/334288 monthly 0.9 2017-09-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH21820_486966.jpg Cutting Northern Ireland tourism rates would level playing field with Republic, says report A tax cut could encourage more people to spend more and visit locations such as the Giant's Causeway http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Corinthia-Hotel-ESPA-Life-BodySPace-Wellness/334289 monthly 0.9 2017-09-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH21821_980393.jpg Bespoke fitness concept launches at Corinthia Hotel London BodySPace combines fitness, nutrition, wellness and innovative technology http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/National-Fitness-Day-ukactive-Steven-Ward/334268 monthly 0.9 2017-09-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH21771_312911.jpg It's lift-off for National Fitness Day across UK National Fitness Day aims to reduce inactivity across the UK http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Children-Youngsters-Gym-UK-Expansion-Growth/334246 monthly 0.9 2017-09-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH21738_601890.jpg The Little Gym embarks on aggressive UK expansion The Little Gym Windsor will initially offer 26 gymnastics classes a week http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Pure-Gym-Acquisition-Health-Fitness/334240 monthly 0.9 2017-09-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH14158_137373.jpg Bidders line up with offers for Pure Gym Humphrey Cobbold is Pure Gym chief executive http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Physical-Company-Supplier-Appointment/334189 monthly 0.9 2017-09-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Physical Company appoints director of sales and marketing James Anderson began his sales and marketing career at David Lloyd Leisure http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Leisure-centre-Gym-Swimming-Council-Kent-Application/334217 monthly 0.9 2017-09-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH21702_692983.jpg Shepway Council will seek trust to manage £10m leisure centre and gym The £10m leisure centre in on a former landfill site http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Training-Boxing-Active-IQ-Fitness/334179 monthly 0.9 2017-09-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH21654_851887.jpg Ricky Hatton’s training academy gains Active IQ recognition Hatton Boxing was founded by four-time world boxing champion Ricky Hatton http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Leisure-centre-Golf-Gym-Fitness-Hampshire-Serco/334166 monthly 0.9 2017-09-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Serco Leisure secures Hampshire contract extension Alan Elliott is partnership director at Serco http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Speedflex-HIIT-Fitness-Surrey-Club/334184 monthly 0.9 2017-09-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Speedflex launches eighth studio in newly-owned Surrey club Ben Shephard is a Speedflex ambassador http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Steve-Parry-swimming-Swim-Safe-outdoor-swimming-swimming-lessons/334139 monthly 0.9 2017-09-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Olympic medallist appointed chair of Swim Safe Parry is a long-time campaigner for children’s right to access swimming lessons http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Salt-Ayre-Leisure-Centre-Lancaster-ukactive-Alliance-Leisure-Dr-Steven-Mann-Sarah-Watts/334161 monthly 0.9 2017-09-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH21651_22919.jpg Lancaster Leisure Centre doubles members following £5m redevelopment Salt Ayre Leisure Centre reported a 72 per cent increase in member visits in two months after redevelopment http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Institute-of-Hospitality-IOH-Training-hospitality-Providence-Row/334088 monthly 0.9 2017-09-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH21538_817356.jpg IOH backs training to offer homeless people a career in hospitality Run by a professionally trained chef, the training courses give people the chance to learn new skills, build up confidence and gain qualifications http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Bedford-Lodge-Hotel-Bedford-Lodge-Spa-beauty-treatment-aesthetics/334153 monthly 0.9 2017-09-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Bedford Lodge spa opens ‘aesthetic clinic’ Bedford Lodge CEO Noel Byrne said there has been a 'huge demand' for beauty treatments http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Titanic-Spa-Yorkshire-wellness-Play-Station-spa-revenue-spa-retail/334065 monthly 0.9 2017-09-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH21520_173850.jpg Titanic Spa launches interactive spa boutique The new experimental area has been designed to drive Titanic Spa’s retail revenues http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/low-cost-budget-the-gym-group-lifestyle-fitness/334058 monthly 0.9 2017-09-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH21516_119891.jpg The Gym Group buys 18 Lifestyle Fitness gyms The Gym Group CEO John Treharne says the company is seeking more quality sites http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Peter-Rollins-Thermae-Bath-Spa-Bath-YTL-Hotels-Bath-spa-wellness/334028 monthly 0.9 2017-09-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH21488_502770.jpg Thermae Bath Spa’s marketing chief given outstanding contribution award Rollins has been credited with “putting Bath on the tourist map” http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Yoga-Pilates-Barre-Studio-London/334003 monthly 0.9 2017-09-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH21465_19313.jpg Triyoga to open fifth London studio Triyoga opened its first studio in 2000 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Center-Parcs-Elveden-Forest-resort-Waterside-Lodge/334002 monthly 0.9 2017-09-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Center Parcs reveals Waterside Lodge concept for Elveden Forest The new style of accommodation will be made available in 2018 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Leisure-centre-Dover-Planning-Construction-Building/333987 monthly 0.9 2017-09-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH15237_365628.jpg Councillors green light plans for £26m Dover leisure centre Artist's impression of the planned leisure centre in Dover http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/GLL-Social-enterprise-Gym-Renovation-Upgrade-Wales/333973 monthly 0.9 2017-09-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ GLL invests £3.4m in Cardiff leisure centres Juliette Dickinson regional director at GLL http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/London-Tower-Bridge-One-Tower-Bridge-Squire-and-Partners-Nicholas-Hytner-Nick-Starr-London-Theatre-Company-Bridge-Theatre-architecture-design/333961 monthly 0.9 2017-09-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH21410_473647.jpg London's newest theatre anchors Tower Bridge leisure development Designed by architects Squire and Partners, One Tower Bridge has a prominent riverside location on Potters Fields Park http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Eastleigh-Places-for-People-Leisure-Hampshire-Leisure-Centre-fitness-public-sector/333943 monthly 0.9 2017-09-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH21405_741793.jpg Places for People Leisure seals naming rights deal for £25m leisure centre The new centre will house an eight-lane, 25m swimming pool and large health club http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/VisitBritain-tourism-England-the-UK-staycation/333944 monthly 0.9 2017-09-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH21408_689125.jpg £2.5m ‘staycation’ campaign to target young UK adults 16 to 34-year-olds took almost 1.4 million fewer holidays at home in 2016, compared to a decade ago http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/waterpark-North-Shields-AEW-UK-Long-Lease-Property-Newcastle-visitor-attractions-/333919 monthly 0.9 2017-09-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Newcastle waterpark acquired by investment firm in £2.9m deal Serco Leisure, which manages and operates the Wet 'n' Wild Water Park in Royal Quays, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, has a lease on the property for a further 22 years http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Elemis-Macdonald-Hotels-Spa-wellness-therapist-career/333868 monthly 0.9 2017-09-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH21331_764957.jpg Macdonald Hotels teams up with Elemis to launch ‘career plan’ for staff Spa staff will be able to benefit from a tailor-made careers programme http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Dundee-FC-Scottish-football-SPS-new-stadium-Dundee-Scotland/333825 monthly 0.9 2017-09-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH21270_341113.jpg Dundee FC formalises stadium plans The club is working with architects Leadingham Jameson Rogers and Hynd on the project http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Social-enterprise-operator-Sports-club-Gym-Fitness-Sussex/333804 monthly 0.9 2017-09-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH21236_666459.jpg Wave Leisure secures Sussex sports club L-R: Jeff Morris, chair of the EGSC trustees, Wave’s CEO Duncan Kerr and treasurer of the EGSC trustees http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sweaty-Betty-Frame-Gymclass-Paolas-Bodybarre-studio-retail-althleisure-London-Carnaby-Street-athletic-fashion-blow-dry-bar-/333772 monthly 0.9 2017-08-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Sweaty Betty launches fitness studio and continues to build partnerships with boutique operators Sweaty Betty is partnering with leading boutique fitness operators to offer classes http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/The-Gym-Group-Gym-Group-John-Treharne-Treharne-fitness-activity-health-club-low-cost/333771 monthly 0.9 2017-08-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH10979_638633.jpg The Gym Group plans premium offer as revenues increase CEO and founder John Treharne said the new premium offer will help differentiate The Gym Group from other low cost operators http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Conran-and-Partners-Andaz-London-Liverpool--East-London-Hyatt-architecture-design-City-of-London-Shoreditch/333766 monthly 0.9 2017-08-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Conran and Partners redesign Andaz London Liverpool Street hotel as celebration of city's diversity The Andaz London Liverpool Street is housed in a Grade Two listed railway hotel building constructed in 1884 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Swimming-Nature-Steve-Philpott-Swimming-pools-pools-Eduardo-Ferré-Michael-Clark-Steve-Philpott-Q-Hotels-Hilton-Jurys-Inn-Hertsmere-Leisure/333760 monthly 0.9 2017-08-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH16833_180844.jpg Eduardo Ferré, founder of Swimming Nature, says the company is growing on all fronts Steve Philpott (left) and Michael Clark are overseeing the rapid expansion of Swimming Nature http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-Proto-Col-Wellness-Clinic-Skincare-Beauty-Collagen-/333763 monthly 0.9 2017-08-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH21182_431245.jpg Wellness clinic focusing on collagen treatments opens in Wiltshire The clinic offers a range of treatments including facials, massage and beauty treatments, all of which include Proto-Col collagen products http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Thames-Lido-Bristol-Lido-Lido-Reading-Kings-Meadow/333753 monthly 0.9 2017-08-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH21172_75628.jpg Thames Lido spa prepares for October opening The Spa at Thames Lido will house eight treatment rooms http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Hilton-Curio-Collection-London-SHH-Architecture-Trafalgar-Square-design- The-Trafalgar-St-James/333727 monthly 0.9 2017-08-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH21138_764291.jpg Hilton launches UK's first Curio Collection hotel, a 'sanctuary of style' in Trafalgar Square The Trafalgar St. James has 131 bedrooms and 15 suites http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Cricket-Warwickshire-CCC-Birmingham-/333694 monthly 0.9 2017-08-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Floodlit test match hailed a commercial success after generating £15m for Birmingham economy The UK's first day/night Test match attracted 70,000 spectators over the 3-day event http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UNWTO-Unescom-visitor-attractions-tourism-sustainable-sustainable-tourism-year-for-sustainable-tourism-Taleb-Rifai/333685 monthly 0.9 2017-08-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH21076_470418.jpg UNWTO launches sustainable tourism campaign The global campaign aims to promote sustainable tourism http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Physical-activity-Young-people-Children-Wales/333679 monthly 0.9 2017-08-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Welsh Assembly launches physical activity inquiry Dr Dai Lloyd AM will discuss the barriers 11-16 year-olds face to being more physically active http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Hirsch-Bedner-Associates-HBA-Resort-hospitality-design-Bali-Indonesia/333677 monthly 0.9 2017-08-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH21071_954388.jpg Hirsch Bedner Associates launches new HBA Resort design division Headquartered in Bali, Indonesia, HBA Resorts provide tailored interior design, architecture and landscape services http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Spa-Bannatyne-ELEMIS-Health-and-Fitness-UK/333642 monthly 0.9 2017-08-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH21038_293325.jpg The Bannatyne Group continues expansion, opening Colchester spa The spa has seen upgrades to its relaxation areas http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/MyZone-Wearables/333640 monthly 0.9 2017-08-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH21024_690925.jpg MyZone appoints global director of marketing Gemma Bonnett will be responsible for developing and implementing marketing strategies http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Restoration-National-Trust-UK-design-Malcolm-Reading/333633 monthly 0.9 2017-08-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH21012_641266.jpg Six design teams shortlisted to bring fire-ravaged Clandon Park mansion back to life The design proposed by the team of Donald Insall Associates and Diller Scofidio + Renfro http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Boutique-Retention-Membership-Customer-service/333607 monthly 0.9 2017-08-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH17596_818417.jpg Gym membership business model has made operators 'lazy', says Rod Hill Rod Hill began his fitness career as a trainer in 1992 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Fitness-Gym-Franchise/333599 monthly 0.9 2017-08-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20977_865408.jpg Anytime Fitness to aggressively expand in US state Chuck Runyon is Anytime Fitness co-founder and chief executive http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Older-People-Senior-Ageing-Fitness-Exercising/333576 monthly 0.9 2017-08-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20954_384559.jpg Older people “don’t die” when pushed hard, Active Ageing chief tells PTs Older people need gyms and health clubs to offer them tailored programmes, according to Colin Milner http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Spa-UK-Lifehouse-development/333573 monthly 0.9 2017-08-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Luxury spa refused planning permission for major development The Lifehouse Spa and Hotel has had expansion plans scuppered by local planners http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Table-Tennis-England-Sport-England-funding/333572 monthly 0.9 2017-08-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20951_242928.jpg Funding reinstated as Table Tennis England pushes through governance reforms Losing the funding could have put the organisation's 'future at risk' http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Brentford-football-Premier-League/333570 monthly 0.9 2017-08-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH17145_729148.jpg Premier League-chasing Brentford FC revises stadium plans The stadium is due to be complete by the 2019/20 season http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/China-of-‘increasing-importance’-to-UK-tourism-market/333566 monthly 0.9 2017-08-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20942_662464.jpg China of ‘increasing importance’ to UK tourism market The number of Chinese visitors to the UK hit a record high in 2016 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Spa-Hotel-Luxury-Boutique-Savills-development-Forest-of-Bowland-/333560 monthly 0.9 2017-08-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20929_776375.jpg Historic mill could become luxury boutique spa hotel Historic Kirk Mill has potential for development as a boutique spa hotel http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Leisure-centre-Report-Fitness/333550 monthly 0.9 2017-08-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20922_935730.jpg Fewer people willing to use leisure centres, survey finds Outdoor activities, such as running, may have impacted the willingness of those to use leisure centres http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Virgin-Active-Bannatyne-Acquisition/333545 monthly 0.9 2017-08-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH7372_313509.jpg Bannatyne Group buys Virgin Active's Lincolnshire health club The Bannatyne Group was launched by Duncan Bannatyne in December 1996 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Virgin-Swimming-Teaching/333541 monthly 0.9 2017-08-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20908_465607.jpg Virgin Active teams up with Octonauts to launch kids' swimming initiative The three or five-day crash course is available to members and non-members http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Institute-of-Hospitality-training/333518 monthly 0.9 2017-08-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH725718_757326.jpg Institute of Hospitality ramps up training operations with acquisitions Ducker said the acquisitions will give the Institute a 'tremendous wealth of training material' http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/London-Henderson-Park-Hotel-Hilton/333515 monthly 0.9 2017-08-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20876_256037.jpg Henderson Park enters UK hotel market with £500m deal for Hilton hotels The deal, believed to be worth around £500m, will see Henderson Park take control of two of the UK’s largest hotels http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/FA-Tracey-Crouch-Lionesses-football/333513 monthly 0.9 2017-08-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20875_31754.jpg FA plots bid to host the 2021 UEFA European Women’s Championship Fans witnessed England progress to the semi-final stage in Holland http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/NCTA-VisitEngland-tourism/333509 monthly 0.9 2017-08-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20873_481169.jpg European visitors targeted with English coastline app German, Dutch and French tourists will be targeted with the technology http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Willow-Tea-Rooms-Building-Glasgow-Heritage-Lottery-Fund/333507 monthly 0.9 2017-08-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20872_84020.jpg Visitor centre and restoration grant for Willow Tea Rooms Building The Willow Tea Room Building is the only surviving tea room designed in its entirety by Charles Rennie Mackintosh http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/HVS-hotels-Brexit-London/333505 monthly 0.9 2017-08-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20870_801949.jpg Weak pound contributing to increase in room revenue for UK hotels The increase in visitors was helped by a 40 per cent surge in hotel rooms year-on-year http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sport-Wales/333493 monthly 0.9 2017-08-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20863_108562.jpg Paralympian among new Sport Wales board appointments Britton competed at the 2008 Paralympic Games in Beijing http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Heatherwick-Studio-Thomas-Heatherwick-design-London-Coal-Yards-Kings-Cross-Shanghai-leisure/333477 monthly 0.9 2017-08-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20857_482873.jpg Social media videos capture construction on hotly-anticipated Heatherwick projects Heatherwick Studio are creating a mountain-inspired district in Moganshan, Shanghai, called 1000 Trees http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Arsenal-Premier-League-Emirates-Stadium-football/333478 monthly 0.9 2017-08-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20845_600312.jpg Emirates Stadium becomes first Premier League venue to go ‘green’ All water and food waste will be recycled for more energy at the stadium http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Dame-Kelly-Holmes-Trust-charities/333451 monthly 0.9 2017-08-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20827_442044.jpg Dame Kelly Holmes Trust unveils new chief executive Scott-Spicer replaces Atkins, who left for UK Coaching in June http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Thom-Mayne-Morphosis-hotel-design-architecture-Therme-Vals-House-of-Architects-Peter-Zumthor/333441 monthly 0.9 2017-08-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Thom Mayne blasts 'generic and unmemorable' hotel design trends Mayne was discussing his own approach to hotel design for the House of Architects, located in the Swiss village Vals http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/David-Lloyd-Health-club/333442 monthly 0.9 2017-08-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20823_969630.jpg £3m David Lloyd Harrogate revamp set to begin Huw Davies-Thomas and Philippa Shackleton http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/equality-Leicestershire-CCC-cricket-Asian-Sports-Foundation/333432 monthly 0.9 2017-08-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH910674_685718.jpg Leicestershire CCC to investigate lack of British Asians in sport Khan will deliver a keynote and then join a panel session http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Commonwealth-Games-Liverpool-Birmingham/333422 monthly 0.9 2017-08-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20801_987579.jpg Commonwealth contender Liverpool named as ‘Greatest Sporting City’ The atmosphere at stadiums like Anfield contributed to Liverpool being names as the 'Greatest Sporting City' http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/JD-Gyms-gyms-retail/333406 monthly 0.9 2017-08-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20187_497530.jpg JD prepares to launch gym/retail hybrid in Salford, and plans 12 new sites in 2018 Alun Peacock said JD Gym's wouldn't compromise quality by rolling out too quickly http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Museums-Galleries-Scotland/333401 monthly 0.9 2017-08-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20792_483526.jpg Collections to be protected by Museums Galleries Scotland grants The Hunterian is one of the museums that will receive funding http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Hotel-Spa-Newcastle-Renovation-Redevelopment/333370 monthly 0.9 2017-08-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20776_722418.jpg Malhotra Group completes £1.2m hotel revamp Atul Malhotra says the "development goes way beyond cosmetic" http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Hotel-Spa-Redevelopment/333366 monthly 0.9 2017-08-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20774_605036.jpg Solent Hotel and Spa unveils £5m development Solent Hotel and Spa general manager Steve Woodrow http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Event-Spa-Wellness/333364 monthly 0.9 2017-08-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20773_361407.jpg Wellness event SpaFest to launch next month Amanda Barlow is managing director of Made For Life Organics, which is launching the event http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/The-Spa-at-Ramside-Durham-spas-welness-Beauty-massage/333363 monthly 0.9 2017-08-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20772_786868.jpg The Spa at Ramside brings in extra therapists to accommodate demand Spa director Joanne Green said the expansion of staff will better serve the spa's clients on busy weekends http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Acquisition-Gym-Fitness-Celebrity/333355 monthly 0.9 2017-08-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH9932_933350.jpg Celebrity trainer Mark Anthony offloads Rush Fitness gyms Anthony will be focusing on the flagship Rush Fitness site in Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Bannatyne-Fitness-Health-club/333351 monthly 0.9 2017-08-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20768_974264.jpg Britain's Strongest Disabled Man opens tech-focused Bannatyne club Mark Smith (right) with Scott Mulkern http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/VisitEngland/333347 monthly 0.9 2017-08-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20765_690412.jpg Visitor numbers to English gardens and zoos surge 2016 was the Year of the English Garden http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Spa-Swinton-Estate-Swinton-Ripon/333345 monthly 0.9 2017-08-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20764_441426.jpg Swinton Estate opens £8m luxury spa Designed by architects Bowman-Riley, the 2,000sq m spa is situated at the estate’s country club http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Trampolining-Acquisition/333335 monthly 0.9 2017-08-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20759_936609.jpg Oxygen Freejumping buys Air Space Trampoline Oxygen Freejumping chief executive, David Stalker http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sugar-Levy-Obesity-Children/333273 monthly 0.9 2017-07-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20713_954665.jpg Calls for sugar levy cash for fitness initiatives to be protected The LGA says http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Paralympics-UK/333269 monthly 0.9 2017-07-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20697_343490.jpg Sainsbury’s commits to supporting ParalympicsGB through to Tokyo 2020 Hollingsworth said Sainsbury’s is "very much at the heart of the Paralympic family" http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Fitness-Appointment/333220 monthly 0.9 2017-07-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20646_865083.jpg Matrix UK appoints new marketing director Julian Taylor most recently worked for Performance Health Systems http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Tracey-Crouch-FA-RFU-LTA-ECB-governance/333223 monthly 0.9 2017-07-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH8604_506351.jpg Majority of sports compliant with governance code, says sports minister Crouch said the majority of national governing bodies had "stepped up" http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Leisure-centre-Renovation-Operator/333227 monthly 0.9 2017-07-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20652_78356.jpg Lincoln leisure centre undergoes £1.5m revamp A computer generated image of the soft play area, which is being created to encourage activity among young people http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Queen-Victoria-visitor-attractions-Osborne-House-Judi-Dench-Victoria-and-Abdul-Abdul-Karim-Isle-of-Wight-tourism-Michael-Hunter-/333217 monthly 0.9 2017-07-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Isle of Wight using Queen Victoria for latest tourism drive in £200,000 campaign The tourism drive is based on the upcoming biopic Victoria and Abdul, hitting cinemas in September http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Steve-Double-visitor-attractions-tourism-APPG-Cornwall-hospitality-BHA/333213 monthly 0.9 2017-07-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20641_454311.jpg Steve Double to lead cross-party group for tourism, hospitality and attractions Double is a strong advocate for the sectors as MP for Newquay and St Austell http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Revolution-Bars-UK-/333214 monthly 0.9 2017-07-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20642_357498.jpg Revolution continues rollout as sales remain strong Revolution opened six new bars in the past 12 months http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-Sport-parkrun/333189 monthly 0.9 2017-07-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH9740_810880.jpg UK Sport and parkrun organise mass participation event day More than 630 parkruns and junior parkruns take place every weekend http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/KidZania-London-Edutainment/333183 monthly 0.9 2017-07-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20614_268425.jpg KidZania launches new veterinary attraction in London KidZania’s new Pet Wellbeing Centre includes role-play situations where children learn about animal welfare needs http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/York-football-rugby-league-stadium/333175 monthly 0.9 2017-07-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20606_497101.jpg Work on York Community Stadium to begin in October The stadium will sit alongside a number of leisure and community developments http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Ramside-Hall-treehouses-durham/333151 monthly 0.9 2017-07-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20583_647049.jpg Ramside Hall to launch treehouse accommodation The design is sympathetic to the surroundings and is built using renewable materials wherever possible http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Virgin-Fitness/333133 monthly 0.9 2017-07-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Virgin launches boxing fitness class Punch Punch has premiered at Virgin Active's Barbican health club in London http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/The-spa-at-the-privately-owned-Cliveden-House-boutique-hotel-in-Taplow-UK-will-reopen-on-17-July-following-an-extensive-redevelopment/333040 monthly 0.9 2017-07-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH19470_548971.jpg Cliveden House's new Garden Spa ready for launch The entrance to the spa will be adjacent to the walled garden – where the infamous 'Profumo pool' is located http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/VisitBritain-China-Australia-France-US-Britain-tourism/333123 monthly 0.9 2017-07-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20543_645010.jpg Strong Q1 shows increases in key visitor markets for British tourism Based on figures from the first three months of 2017 the record first quarter showed overall visits up by 10 per cent http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Health-Club/333109 monthly 0.9 2017-07-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Coastal health club St Michaels opens after £2m investment The 1,290sq ft club has an indoor pool http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Jumptastic-Quest/333085 monthly 0.9 2017-07-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20477_489764.jpg Trampoline park wins service and safety awards Jumptastic is located in Gloucestershire http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Costa-Rican-eco-resort-yoga-health-wellness-architecture-design-Studio-Saxe-Hotel-Nalu-Nosara/333079 monthly 0.9 2017-07-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20444_314416.jpg New Costa Rican eco resort features yoga studio enveloped by jungle Studio Saxe were commissioned to design the hotel, which includes a yoga studio and multipurpose gym space surrounded by trees http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Rollercoaster-crash-theme-park-Madrid-Parque-de-Atracciones-visitor-attractions-Gerstlauer-Merlin-Smiler/333076 monthly 0.9 2017-07-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20433_83703.jpg Investigation launched into Madrid rollercoaster crash The park says it is currently investigating the incident http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-City-of-Culture/333067 monthly 0.9 2017-07-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20412_63356.jpg Five in contention to be UK City of Culture 2021 Hull is the current UK City of Culture http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Elevate-physical-activity-trade-show/333065 monthly 0.9 2017-07-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20411_973032.jpg Elevate wins trade show award More than 4,000 delegates attended Elevate in May 2017 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Football-Association-womens-football-education/333063 monthly 0.9 2017-07-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH18080_326330.jpg FA to establish female-dedicated performance centres on university campuses Sue Campbell was appointed as the FA's head of women's football in 2015 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/rugby-IRFU-Ireland-facilities/333047 monthly 0.9 2017-07-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20364_664212.jpg High-performance facility being built for Irish rugby IRFU chief executive Philip Browne said the facility would be a 'leap forward' for Irish rugby http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-Sport-funding-diversity/333041 monthly 0.9 2017-07-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20355_218091.jpg Only 5 per cent of athletes funded by UK Sport come from black or Asian backgrounds Of the 1,124 athletes funded by UK Sport, only 4 per cent (or around 45 athletes) were black http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Activity-Sheffield/333005 monthly 0.9 2017-07-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20308_368891.jpg Sheffield gets moving as city targets to be most active by 2020 More than 10,000 people took part in activities across the city http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Elemis-and-Macdonald-Hotels-launch-joint-marketing-campaign/332998 monthly 0.9 2017-07-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20353_963430.jpg Elemis and Macdonald Hotels launch joint marketing campaign The Elemis bus will offer taster sessions of signature Macdonald treatments http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Pure-Gym-Appointment/332981 monthly 0.9 2017-07-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Rebecca Passmore joins Pure Gym's senior team Rebecca Passmore will be joining Pure Gym from DIY retailer Wickes http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Damian-Collins-sport/332979 monthly 0.9 2017-07-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH14391_543877.jpg Damian Collins remains as Sport Select Committee chair Collins has been an MP since 2010 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Apprenticeships-Training/332966 monthly 0.9 2017-07-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20277_285998.jpg Serco Leisure partners with Lifetime Training Serco has targeted around 150 people to be enrolled on courses in the next 12 months http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Day-spa-offering-treatments-for-cancer-sufferers-opens-in-Cornwall-UK/332941 monthly 0.9 2017-07-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif Day spa offering treatments for cancer sufferers opens in Cornwall, UK The boutique spa will focus on offering a local, Cornish experience http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Wellness-studio/332937 monthly 0.9 2017-07-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20252_839802.jpg The White Studio to offer additional classes The White Studio business partners Angie Voluti (left) and Mimi Davie http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Saracens-London-Stadium-Wembley-Stadium/332935 monthly 0.9 2017-07-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20249_349008.jpg Saracens to host fixture at London Stadium after failing to cement Wembley Stadium partnership Saracens fans enjoyed the team playing at Wembley Stadium several times over the past few years http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/SAPCA-Andy-Reed/332913 monthly 0.9 2017-07-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH8773_309302.jpg SAPCA appoints Andy Reed as first independent chair Reed said he wanted to make a 'real contribution' to SAPCA in achieving its objectives http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Physical-activity-Pregnant/332908 monthly 0.9 2017-07-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20222_569804.jpg Physical activity guidance issued for pregnant women Recommendations aim to reduce issues such as obesity, diabetes and other health concerns during pregnancy http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Speedflex-HIIT/332901 monthly 0.9 2017-07-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20214_425945.jpg Ramside Hall Hotel installs Speedflex on gym floor Ben Steadman, Speedflex chief operating officer, said the machinery "will bring something new to the members" http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/JD-Gyms-Low-cost/332892 monthly 0.9 2017-07-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20187_497530.jpg JD Gyms to increase portfolio to 18 by end of year Alun Peacock, JD Gyms managing director, is “incredibly excited http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/British-Hospitality-Association-BHA-tourism-visitor-attractions-Ufi-Ibrahim/332847 monthly 0.9 2017-07-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20141_201258.jpg BHA calls for government support after study suggests hospitality sector could create 500,000 jobs in next five years Hospitality and tourism is the country’s fourth-largest industry, employing 4.6 million people directly and indirectly http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Alex-Danson-Everyone-Active-hockey/332846 monthly 0.9 2017-07-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20140_596201.jpg Alex Danson programme aims to get 10,000 youngsters into hockey Danson launched the initiative at London's Paddington Recreation Ground http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/CSP-Network-Active-Strategy/332799 monthly 0.9 2017-06-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20086_691029.jpg Active Essex launches strategy to get one million people moving (L-R) Jason Fergus of Active Essex, Dr Zoe Williams of Public Health England, Azeem Akhtar of Active Essex and Ed Sandham of Sport England http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-Sport-Olympics-funding/332796 monthly 0.9 2017-06-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20085_458850.jpg Governing bodies plea for UK Sport funding system change dismissed Grainger officially becomes UK Sport chair on 1 July http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/ukactive-Flame-Awards-Everyone-Active/332787 monthly 0.9 2017-06-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20067_778202.jpg Winners of the ukactive Flame Awards 2017 revealed The awards followed ukactive's Flame Conference in Telford http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Circuit-of-Wales/332765 monthly 0.9 2017-06-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH289051_229785.jpg Circuit of Wales developer ‘hugely disappointed’ to be rejected for government funding The project was expected to take over 830 acres of Blaenau Gwent http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Outdoor-Gym/332740 monthly 0.9 2017-06-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20022_371870.jpg TGO creates gym equipment from Right Guard aerosols Freddie Flintoff and Jamie Redknapp on location at the Right Guard Aerocycle Gym at Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/RFU-injury-prevention/332727 monthly 0.9 2017-06-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH20011_845996.jpg RFU to offer injury prevention exercise training The training uses recommendation from a report published by the RFU and University of Bath http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Cricket-Ireland-ICC-cricket/332720 monthly 0.9 2017-06-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH19997_302545.jpg Cricket Ireland hoping to capitalise on full Test status Ireland played England at Lord's earlier this year http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Future-Fit-Your-Personal-Training/332705 monthly 0.9 2017-06-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH19969_397869.jpg Your Personal Training links up with Future Fit Your Personal Training's 800-plus members will be eligible to access Future Fit's Pro Zone training http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Galgorm-Resort-to-spend-£2m-on-expanding-spa-and-wellness-facilities/332691 monthly 0.9 2017-06-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH19956_211023.jpg Galgorm Resort to spend £2m on expanding spa and wellness facilities As well as a new spa restaurant, the work will upgrade the existing Fratelli restaurant http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/ECB-cricket-pitches/332671 monthly 0.9 2017-06-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH19920_417843.jpg ECB lays hybrid turf at Loughborough performance centre The National Cricket Performance Centre is in Loughborough http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Franchise-easyGym/332295 monthly 0.9 2017-06-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH790677_489205.jpg easyGym unveils franchise plans as part of growth strategy easyGym has 15 gyms nationwide, including eight in London http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Trampolining-Qualification/332657 monthly 0.9 2017-06-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH19908_620408.jpg Level 2 trampoline qualification launched to help boost safety (L-R): Gill Twell, head of development and Quest operations, Sue Popham, head of trampoline parks and Andy Whilde, health and safety and quality manager; all of Rights Directions. http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Edgbaston-cricket/332651 monthly 0.9 2017-06-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH14092_166869.jpg Edgbaston capacity increased for first day/night test in Britain The first ever day/night test was staged in Adelaide in November last year. Edgbaston's test will be the first in Britain http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/CIMSPA-Training-Qualifications/332649 monthly 0.9 2017-06-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH19903_111252.jpg Serco Leisure signs CIMPSA partnership deal Serco staff will be listed in the online CIMSPA exercise and fitness directory http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sport-England-Jennie-Price/332633 monthly 0.9 2017-06-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH19876_792742.jpg Jennie Price recognised in Queen’s birthday honours list Price joined Sport England in 2007 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Rudding-Park-Spa-to-debut-art-of-aufguss-in-the-UK/332602 monthly 0.9 2017-06-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH19835_887941.jpg Rudding Park Spa to debut art of aufguss in the UK The ritual, which lasts around 10 minutes, is meant to revive guests both mentally and physically http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Bannatyne-Acquistion/332564 monthly 0.9 2017-06-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH19775_713155.jpg Bannatyne adds Surrey club to portfolio The Weybridge club "represents a strategic purchase for the group" as it extends into the home counties http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Total-Fitness-Apps/332540 monthly 0.9 2017-06-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH19743_888454.jpg Total Fitness taps into app market The app has been downloaded by more than 12,000 in its first month http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/British-Rowing-UK-Sport-governance/332547 monthly 0.9 2017-06-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH10219_127168.jpg Phelps steps down from British Rowing to adhere to governance code Annamarie Phelps has been on the British Rowing board since 2002 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-Sport-Liz-Nicholl-British-Cycling/332528 monthly 0.9 2017-06-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH7530_503369.jpg UK Sport to conduct ‘root-and-branch review’ of high performance system Liz Nicholl said there was 'no crisis' in the world class performance system http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Tracey-Crouch-Karen-Bradley-DCMS/332521 monthly 0.9 2017-06-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH8604_506351.jpg Sport-focused ministers remain in post following General Election Crouch has been sports minister since 2015 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/British-Cycling-UK-Sport/332517 monthly 0.9 2017-06-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH19752_758582.jpg Damning report into British Cycling culture published UK Sport chief executive Liz Nicholl (left), independent review chair Annamarie Phelps (centre) and British Cycling chair Jonathan Browning (right) http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Gym-Group-Memberships-Trading-update/332504 monthly 0.9 2017-06-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH10979_638633.jpg Gym Group membership breaks 500,000 mark The Gym Group CEO and founder John Treharne http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/LTA-tennis-Scott-Lloyd-David-Lloyd/332492 monthly 0.9 2017-06-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH19690_337912.jpg Scott Lloyd named as Lawn Tennis Association CEO Lloyd spent eight years as chief executive of David Lloyd Leisure http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/British-Paralympic-Association-English-Institute-of-Sport/332477 monthly 0.9 2017-06-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH19683_423451.jpg EIS head of sport science joins British Paralympic Association Diaper spent 13 years ay the English Institute of Sport http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Pulse-Refurbishment/332378 monthly 0.9 2017-06-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH19577_787798.jpg Pulse completes trio of refurbishment projects Pulse will operate the fitness suite at Lough Moss Leisure Centre http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/GLL-Data/332363 monthly 0.9 2017-06-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH519831_343682.jpg GLL publishes open data to boost physical activity participation GLL is looking to broaden community reach and participation opportunities across its sites http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Social-enterprise-gym-renovation-refurbishment/332359 monthly 0.9 2017-06-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH19559_913423.jpg Impulse pumps £500,000 into Sussex leisure centre (L-R) Karl Hayes, operations manager at Impulse Leisure, Stuart James, Lancing Manor leisure centre manager and Peter Wilson, Impulse board chairman http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Stadium-for-Cornwall-Cornish-Pirates-Mark-Evans/332357 monthly 0.9 2017-06-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH19555_976380.jpg Former Harlequins chief takes on Stadium for Cornwall project Evans held senior roles with both Harlequins and Saracens http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/DLL-acquisition/332335 monthly 0.9 2017-06-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ DLL acquires The Park Club and boosts its premium Harbour Club brand with Kensington makeover David Lloyd Leisure CEO, Glenn Earlam, says the acquisition will accelerate the company's growth http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Wellness-spa-Cliveden/332313 monthly 0.9 2017-06-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH19470_548971.jpg Garden Spa to open at Cliveden House this year The entrance to the spa will be adjacent to the walled garden http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Matrix-Appointment/332275 monthly 0.9 2017-05-31T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Matrix Fitness UK appoints new MD Matthew Pengelly will begin his role on 7 June http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Dame-Kelly-Holmes-Trust/332260 monthly 0.9 2017-05-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Dame Kelly Holmes Trust searches for permanent CEO Emma Atkins joined the trust nine years ago http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Election-policy/332255 monthly 0.9 2017-05-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH19433_279289.jpg Political parties lay out sports plans ahead of 2017 General Election Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn reveals the party's policy to move money from the Premier League to grassroots sport http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Conference-Workforce/332239 monthly 0.9 2017-05-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH19418_283372.jpg Happy workforce the focus at Retention Convention (L-R): Host Dean Hodgkin, Lexie Griffiths, Dr Paul Bedford, Justin Tamsett, Keith Smith http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Awards-Trusts-Social-enterprises/332212 monthly 0.9 2017-05-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH19380_453594.jpg Leisure and culture trusts recognised at Sporta UK Awards Steve Cabrera (right) with BBC's Andrew Cotter http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Pulse-Group-Pulse-Fitness-University-Design/332202 monthly 0.9 2017-05-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH19367_99311.jpg South coast university appoints Pulse as fitness partner Neil Mosley is director of education at Pulse Group http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Hotel-Newcastle-Beauty-Spa/332188 monthly 0.9 2017-05-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH19356_528466.jpg Beauty spa opens at Newcastle city centre hotel All About You will be offering facials, massages and spray tans http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Hastings-Hotels-spa-hotels/332187 monthly 0.9 2017-05-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH19355_442668.jpg Northern Irish hotel and spa completes £5m makeover Group managing director Howard Hastings (left) and Culloden Estate general manager Eoin O'Sullivan (right) http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sport-and-Recreation-Alliance-governance/332177 monthly 0.9 2017-05-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH8542_696611.jpg Sport and Recreation Alliance refreshes governance standards Boggis said the principles will build on the Voluntary Code of Sports Governance http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/NSPCC-sport-safeguarding/332173 monthly 0.9 2017-05-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH19345_187548.jpg NSPCC chief lifts the lid on safeguarding challenges in sport NSPCC chief Peter Wanless http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/British-Swimming-Jack-Buckner/332149 monthly 0.9 2017-05-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH19305_138451.jpg Buckner to replace retiring Sparkes as CEO of British Swimming Buckner replaces David Sparkes, who spent 23 years with British Swimming http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/British-Gymnastics-training-dementia/332145 monthly 0.9 2017-05-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH19303_719687.jpg British Gymnastics training people to supervise dementia-friendly sessions 93 per cent of participants appeared happier and more settled after taking part in the sessions http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Dominvs-Group-Marriott/332137 monthly 0.9 2017-05-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH19286_809892.jpg New 140-room Courtyard by Marriott hotel for Oxford The new hotel will be spread across six storeys http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/ISG-Glasgow/332134 monthly 0.9 2017-05-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH19285_389425.jpg ISG takes on £5.5m Anchor Line job Scottish architect James Miller originally designed the building 110 years ago http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Titanic-Spa/332128 monthly 0.9 2017-05-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH19282_241730.jpg Award-winning Yorkshire spa reopens after revamp Bar 1911 is the spa's new bistro http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Highbullen-expansion/332126 monthly 0.9 2017-05-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH19281_434244.jpg Devon hotel to undergo significant expansion The hotel has already undergone an extensive refurbishment http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/RFU-Ian-Ritchie/332117 monthly 0.9 2017-05-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH19274_484953.jpg RFU searches for new CEO as Ritchie retires Ritchie joined the organisation in 2012 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Inactivity/332049 monthly 0.9 2017-05-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH19197_561193.jpg 3d Leisure to launch "Monday Mile" to get employees active 3d Leisure will be introducing its "Monday Mile" initiative next month http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Council-Fusion/332032 monthly 0.9 2017-05-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH19186_406557.jpg Reprieve for leisure centre after last ditch talks Fusion Lifestyle signed a contract in December 2016 to operate leisure centres in South Hams, including Totnes Pavilion http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Beauty-neuroscience-wellness-global-wellness-summit-global-wellness-institute-dr-anjan-chatterjee-nancy-etcoff-lisa-ishii/332053 monthly 0.9 2017-05-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH19199_746618.jpg ‘Groundbreaking’ insights on connections between beauty, neuroscience and wellness to be presented at GWS Dr Anjan Chatterjee is the Elliott professor of neurology at the University of Pennsylvania and the author of 'The Aesthetic Brain: How we Evolved to Desire Beauty and Enjoy Art' http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/London-Sport-policy-national-governing-bodies/332043 monthly 0.9 2017-05-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH165378_987623.jpg Industry needs to be more collaborative, says London Sport chief executive Peter Fitzboydon will leave London Sport for Parkwood Leisure in June http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Study-Research-Obesity-Physical-Activity/332039 monthly 0.9 2017-05-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH90736_585795.jpg Healthy obesity a myth, study concludes The study found that ‘healthy’ obese people are still at higher risk of cardiovascular disease events than the general population http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sport-and-Recreation-Alliance-ukactive/332036 monthly 0.9 2017-05-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH19188_18721.jpg Sport sector tells incoming government: ‘Focus on children and young people' Schools should be ultimately responsible for the physical activity of students, said ukactive and the Sport and Recreation Alliance http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Conference-Elevate-Inactivity-Inclusivity/332027 monthly 0.9 2017-05-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH19180_532902.jpg Thousands seek solutions to inactivity crisis at Elevate 2017 Elevate was attended by academics, allied healthcare professionals, policy makers, leisure operators and sport scientists http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Trust/331943 monthly 0.9 2017-05-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH280007_997574.jpg Link4Life chief executive to depart Gillian Bishop will leave after almost four years in the role http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Bill-Sweeney-Olympics-medals-athlete-welfare/331945 monthly 0.9 2017-05-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH19074_168228.jpg Medal winning ‘obsession’ not impacting athlete welfare, says BOA chief Sweeney became chief executive of the BOA in November 2013 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Council-Everyone-Active/331921 monthly 0.9 2017-05-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH19072_918941.jpg Everyone Active lands Slough Borough Council leisure contract Slough Ice Arena is expected to open in December 2017 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Jon-Johnston-Matrix/331909 monthly 0.9 2017-05-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH19040_555336.jpg Exclusive: End of an era as Johnston prepares to leave Matrix UK Johnston joined the company in 2007 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/World-Leisure-Village-Hotels-hotels/331894 monthly 0.9 2017-05-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH19026_625758.jpg World Leisure secures fourth Village Hotel project The hotel is scheduled to open in autumn 2017 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Manchester-UK-SACO-design-Locke-aparthotel/331889 monthly 0.9 2017-05-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH19023_277104.jpg Lifestyle developer brings Locke aparthotel concept to Manchester Whitworth Locke will have a phased opening, beginning in March 2018 and completing by June 2018 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Wellbeing-Fitness-Weight-Health/331868 monthly 0.9 2017-05-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH18998_196343.jpg Nuffield Health introduces health assessments for businesses Around 23.3 million days are lost due to work-related ill health http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/ukactive-Steve-Ward/331843 monthly 0.9 2017-05-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH14005_42058.jpg Steven Ward steps up as ukactive chief executive Ward has been with the body since 2006 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/RFL-World-Cup-General-Election/331838 monthly 0.9 2017-05-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH18972_191003.jpg RFL calls on incoming government to maintain World Cup 2021 commitment England successfully bid for the tournament last year http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/physical-activity-Dr-Zoe-Williams/331821 monthly 0.9 2017-05-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH18946_716543.jpg Funding needed to 'narrow gap' between doctors and physical activity sector Williams said that GP surgeries shouldn't be sedentary places http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sport-and-Recreation-Alliance-General-Election-volunteering/331803 monthly 0.9 2017-05-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH18916_69299.jpg Workers should get paid leave to volunteer in grassroots sport, says Sport and Rec Alliance Coaching grassroots sport should entitle workers to paid leave, said the Alliance http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Plans-submitted-for-Stone-Leisure-Centre/331801 monthly 0.9 2017-05-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH18915_515412.jpg Plans submitted for Stone Leisure Centre The centre will feature a six lane, 25m swimming pool and a health club with an 80-station gym floor and fitness studios http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Liverpool-Manchester-Joe-Anderson-Commonwealth-Games/331793 monthly 0.9 2017-05-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH9729_60629.jpg ‘Northern Powerhouse’ bid a possibility for the 2022 Commonwealth Games Joe Anderson became Liverpool's first elected mayor in 2012 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/DLL-wellness/331787 monthly 0.9 2017-05-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH18882_351264.jpg DLL considering rolling out ‘group napping classes’ Napercise is being marketed as a 'new type of wellbeing class' http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/GreaterSport-funding-local-authority-CSPs/331765 monthly 0.9 2017-05-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH18850_236753.jpg Workforce needs to adapt to fulfil physical activity agenda, says GreaterSport CEO Harrison joined GreaterSport in 2014 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sport-and-Recreation-Alliance-Paralympics/331759 monthly 0.9 2017-05-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH18846_968665.jpg Rio 2016 Paralympian joins Sport and Recreation Alliance board Usher emerged victorious from Rio 2016 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Wasps-rugby-Ricoh-Arena/331743 monthly 0.9 2017-05-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH377985_857679.jpg CEO who oversaw Wasps’ move to Coventry steps down Armstrong (left) joined the club as CEO in 2014 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Independently-owned-Crantock-Bay-Spa-to-open-in-June/331725 monthly 0.9 2017-05-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Independently-owned Crantock Bay Spa to open in June The boutique spa will focus on offering a local, Cornish experience http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Saracens-rugby-stadium/331737 monthly 0.9 2017-05-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH18827_229801.jpg Saracens to revamp Allianz Park with community in mind An artist's impression of the new stand http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Swindon-Town-football-League-One-training-ground-development/331716 monthly 0.9 2017-04-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH18802_748145.jpg Relegated Swindon Town looks to the future with training ground plan Power (left) said the facilities would also be for the community http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Xercise4Less-The-Club-Company-ukactive/331702 monthly 0.9 2017-04-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH11615_733898.jpg Xercise4Less and Club Company nominated for health club operator award Around 850 industry representatives attended last year's award ceremony http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Roker-Hotel-Tavistock-Hospitality/331640 monthly 0.9 2017-04-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH18714_212923.jpg Three managers join revamped North East hotel following £1m refurb Holroyd joins from the Borrowdale Hotel at Keswick http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Exeter-hotels-architects-Buttress/331632 monthly 0.9 2017-04-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH18703_468049.jpg Grade II listed Exeter hotel to be restored following devastating fire The hotel was originally built in the 16th century http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Tourism-Ireland-Ryanair/331628 monthly 0.9 2017-04-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH18695_94774.jpg Tourism Ireland and Ryanair campaign to reach 5.5m Brits Tourists can get to the Wild Atlantic Way through Cork Airport http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Active-IQ-qualifications/331621 monthly 0.9 2017-04-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH18689_52747.jpg Active IQ supports clinically-focused fitness qualifications One of the Level 4 qualifications relates to managing lower back pain http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/VisitScotland-golf-tourism/331614 monthly 0.9 2017-04-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH18687_632089.jpg Value of golf tourism to Scotland surges to £286m Around half of golf tourists in Scotland come from overseas http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Hotels-Brexit/331608 monthly 0.9 2017-04-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH18685_267692.jpg Brexit hits average UK hotel room rates Besent said the industry needed to prepare for further repercussions following Brexit http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Tanni-Grey-Thompson-duty-of-care-government/331577 monthly 0.9 2017-04-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH18656_287844.jpg All sport governing bodies should have duty of care guardian, says Grey-Thompson report Grey-Thompson said that medal success should 'not be at the cost of individuals involved' http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Commonwealth-Games-Karen-Bradley-Tracey-Crouch/331561 monthly 0.9 2017-04-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH18635_488741.jpg Culture secretary leads UK government’s Commonwealth Games rallying cry Bradley said she wanted the Games to project Britain as an 'outward-looking nation' http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Urban-Oasis-day-spa-hilton-manchester/331525 monthly 0.9 2017-04-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH18604_594387.jpg Growing day spa chain focuses exclusively on healing and launches training brand The Hilton location includes three treatment rooms, including a double room with a Buddha mural, and uses Sothys skincare in its treatments along with its own branded line http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Leamington-FC-football-stadium-development/331512 monthly 0.9 2017-04-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH18585_571112.jpg Leamington FC stadium development plans approved The stadium will be surrounded by a primary school and medical centre http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/LTA-Johanna-Konta-tennis-grassroots-participation/331495 monthly 0.9 2017-04-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH18559_448058.jpg LTA expands children’s participation programme Konta (centre) said the programme was 'great' for getting children active http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Whatever-the-weather-Ibis-Styles-brightens-Manchester-city-hotel-offer/331447 monthly 0.9 2017-04-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Whatever the weather, Ibis Styles brightens Manchester city hotel offer Ibis Styles Manchester Portland hotel has reopened after a major design overhaul http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Bannatyne-health-club-refursbishment/331437 monthly 0.9 2017-04-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH18511_909796.jpg Bannatyne Group pumps £500,000 into Carlisle health club Daniel Gray says “functional training is the way the industry is progressing http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Fitness-Health-Club/331427 monthly 0.9 2017-04-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ The Club Company investing £1.7m in fitness facilities The 56-bedroom hotel was originally created by former Formula 1 world champion Nigel Mansell http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/David-Lloyd-Fitness/331361 monthly 0.9 2017-04-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH18438_907287.jpg David Lloyd Clubs launches Spartan classes The aim of the classes is to build strength and improve agility and stamina http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Trackers-Corporate-health-Employees/331345 monthly 0.9 2017-04-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH18427_141389.jpg Fitbug renamed Kin Wellness as company scraps consumer business Anna Gudmundson said the company has "effectively shut down the consumer business" http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Edgbaston-cricket-Birmingham-ICC-Champions-Trophy/331343 monthly 0.9 2017-04-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH9848_804343.jpg Edgbaston increases capacity for ICC Champions Trophy fixtures The Birmingham-based ground will host Champions Trophy matches in June 2017 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Physical-inactivity-Report-British-Heart-Foundation/331337 monthly 0.9 2017-04-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH18424_471645.jpg Twenty million UK adults physically inactive, BHF reveals Dr Mike Knapton says "levels of physical inactivity and sedentary behaviour in the UK remain stubbornly high" http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Les-Mills-CIMSPA/331300 monthly 0.9 2017-04-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH9265_73389.jpg Group fitness giant Les Mills gains CIMSPA endorsement Les Mills has more than 10,000 instructors http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Newcastle-rugby-union-St-James-Park-Newcastle-United-FC-Newcastle-Falcons/331297 monthly 0.9 2017-04-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH18383_486570.jpg Newcastle anticipates economic boost after being selected to host European rugby finals St James' Park hosted matches from the 2015 Rugby World Cup http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/ASA-rebrands-as-@Swim-England-and-launches-new-strategy-/331289 monthly 0.9 2017-04-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH18371_408438.jpg ASA rebrands and launches new strategy Swim England wants to grow the number and diversity of people swimming regularly http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/England-Netball-ECB/331274 monthly 0.9 2017-03-31T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH18353_706848.jpg England Netball performance chief joins the ECB Lewis is a former Wales under-21 netball player http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Pure-gym/331248 monthly 0.9 2017-03-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH13553_89459.jpg Abandoned IPO cost Pure Gym £6.8m Humphrey Cobbold said it withdrew its IPO plans due to challenging market conditions http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Pure-gym-Financials/331235 monthly 0.9 2017-03-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH18330_115923.jpg Surging membership numbers boost Pure Gym figures Humphrey Cobbold expects http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sport-Wales-Paul-Thomas/331233 monthly 0.9 2017-03-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Sport Wales chair sacked by Welsh government Paul Thomas was appointed as Sport Wales chair in April 2016 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Tracey-Crouch-Mental-Health-Charter-Sport-and-Recreation-Alliance/331221 monthly 0.9 2017-03-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH8604_506351.jpg Sports minister throws weight behind Mental Health Charter Mental health was a key part of the sport strategy unveiled by Crouch in December 2015 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/ECB-cricket-governance/331207 monthly 0.9 2017-03-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH18308_797060.jpg Governance review launched by the ECB Graves said good governance was 'essential for the future of cricket' http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Boxing-Fitness-Gym/331188 monthly 0.9 2017-03-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH18290_877544.jpg Ricky Hatton's boxing brand partners Premier Gym All Premier Gym staff will be trained through the Hatton Academy http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Council-Fitness-Gym/331157 monthly 0.9 2017-03-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH18278_462674.jpg Multi-million pound leisure centre set to open Team GB gold medallist Alex Danson MBE will be on hand to open the centre http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Mind-mental-health-Duke-McKenzie/331167 monthly 0.9 2017-03-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH18259_910774.jpg Two-thirds of sports coaches ‘lack knowledge’ about mental health Duke McKenzie MBE has been appointed as a Mind ambassador http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/National-Spa-Week-campaign-Aromatherapy-Associates-Groupon-spa-wellness-UK/331164 monthly 0.9 2017-03-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH18254_831061.jpg National Spa Week 2017 signs two major sponsors Charlie Thompson believes all UK spas would benefit from signing up to National Spa Week http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/FIFA-World-Rugby-FIH-surfaces-artificial-grass-pitches/331161 monthly 0.9 2017-03-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH18253_861964.jpg Three world governing bodies agree to sport surfaces protocols The protocols include playability, performance and player welfare http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Barrecore-Pilates-Yoga-Ballet-London/331138 monthly 0.9 2017-03-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH15640_23335.jpg Barrecore to open seventh London studio Peter Woods said "busy Londoners are an important audience" for Barrecore http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Tennis-Foundation-UK-Sport/331141 monthly 0.9 2017-03-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH18212_764762.jpg Wheelchair tennis loses UK Sport funding despite Rio 2016 success Gordon Reid won gold during the Rio 2016 Olympics http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Goalball-UK-Paralympics/331122 monthly 0.9 2017-03-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH18201_822206.jpg Goalball UK appoints chief executive ahead of Tokyo 2020 cycle Winder used to be chief executive of the Bradford Bulls Foundation http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/FA-Pulse-football/331115 monthly 0.9 2017-03-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH18195_299468.jpg Pulse eyes more FA Parklife hubs after attracting 16,000 members in three months Warren Ormerod, Pulse's director of soccer http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sport-England-funding-RFL-ASA/331103 monthly 0.9 2017-03-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH18162_170828.jpg Last tranche of governing body funding awards revealed by Sport England The Rugby Football League will receive just under £11m over the next four years http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/council-leisure-centre-Everyone-Active/331087 monthly 0.9 2017-03-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH18157_67592.jpg Everyone Active wins Warwick leisure centre contract David Bibby said Everyone Active has operated sites in the surrounding areas for the past 25 years http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/governance-Rugby-Football-League-UK-Athletics-Sport-England-UK-Sport/331079 monthly 0.9 2017-03-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH15324_157460.jpg Code of Sports Governance ‘deficient’ on BAME representation, say governing body chiefs Nigel Wood said the lack of hard and fast requirements for BAME representation 'may have to be revisited' http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Fitness-cycling-studio-boutique/331072 monthly 0.9 2017-03-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH18136_109050.jpg Boom Cycle to open studio at Battersea Power Station Boom Cycle was founded by Hilary and Robert Rowland in 2011 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Westgate-Healthcare-Holiday-Inn/331071 monthly 0.9 2017-03-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH18134_457403.jpg ‘Tradition-steeped’ Doncaster Holiday Inn acquired for £6.5m Part of the hotel is Grade II listed http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/ECB-participation-cricket/331059 monthly 0.9 2017-03-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH18119_95326.jpg ECB aims to draw 50,000 youngsters into cricket Children will receive packs with bats and balls http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Kadeena-Cox-Sir-Mo-Farah-British-Ethnic-Diversity-Sports-Awards/331011 monthly 0.9 2017-03-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH18041_347215.jpg Kadeena Cox and Mo Farah win big at the British Ethnic Diversity Sports Awards Sprinter Cox won a gold medal at Rio 2016 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Anytime-Fitness-Staffordshire-gym-fitness/331002 monthly 0.9 2017-03-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Precor to equip community-focused Anytime Fitness gym in Cannock Justin Smith, head of UK at Precor, which has helped kit out the Anytime Fitness gym http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Campaign-gym-cancer/330990 monthly 0.9 2017-03-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH18029_766325.jpg Xercise4Less to support breast cancer campaign over Mother's Day Xercise4Less will be inviting non-members to train for free over Mother’s Day weekend http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sadiq-Khan-London-Tottenham-Hotspur-Chelsea-stadium-NFL-football/330978 monthly 0.9 2017-03-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH18022_608433.jpg Sadiq Khan eyes more ‘world-class’ sports venues and permanent NFL franchise for London Khan was elected Mayor of London in May 2016, replacing Boris Johnson http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Belfast-hotel-Signature-Living-Crumlin-Road-Courthouse/330910 monthly 0.9 2017-03-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH17929_846279.jpg Iconic Belfast courthouse undergoes £25m revamp The courthouse has been in a state of disrepair for some time http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Muirfield-Tracey-Crouch-golf/330897 monthly 0.9 2017-03-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH17914_676115.jpg Sports minister pleased with Muirfield’s decision to accept female members Women haven't been able to obtain membership since Muirfield was established in 1744 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Gym-Group-inactivity-gyms/330891 monthly 0.9 2017-03-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH12541_814866.jpg A quarter of Gym Group sites are in areas of high physical inactivity Around 34 per cent of Gym Group members have never previously had a gym membership http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/The-Gym-Group-John-Treharne-gym/330883 monthly 0.9 2017-03-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH9097_241151.jpg The Gym Group records profits of £6.9m a year on from its IPO Treharne said the IPO had improved the company's balance sheet and made it easier to find better sites http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Loughborough-University-sport-academia/330859 monthly 0.9 2017-03-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH17876_391764.jpg Loughborough receives best sporting university accolade Loughborough came joint-first with the University of Sydney http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/RFU-ECB-player-development/330854 monthly 0.9 2017-03-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH17872_217277.jpg RFU’s Powell joins the ECB as national talent manager Powell will oversee all aspects of talent identification and development below international level http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Women-in-Sport-governance/330783 monthly 0.9 2017-03-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH17808_71853.jpg Governing bodies with few female board members should make changes immediately, says Women in Sport Holdaway said governing bodies needed to 'look beyond targets' to make sustainable change http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Retention-conference-workforce/330780 monthly 0.9 2017-03-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH17807_459233.jpg Retention Convention to focus on the impact a happy workforce for gym members Dr Paul Bedford founded the Retention Convention in 2015 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Gymbox-gym-London-fitness/330765 monthly 0.9 2017-03-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH485306_866907.jpg Gymbox profit surges as company expands London footprint Gymbox now has 24,000 members http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Parkdean-acquisition/330752 monthly 0.9 2017-03-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH17767_142643.jpg Private equity firm completes £1.35bn Parkdean takeover Parkdean has 73 sites across the UK http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/FA-Tracey-Crouch-Greg-Clarke-governance/330743 monthly 0.9 2017-03-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH12349_701299.jpg Under-pressure FA unveils governance reform proposals Clarke said the reforms represented 'huge progress' http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Active-IQ-training/330741 monthly 0.9 2017-03-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH17744_346647.jpg Active IQ strengthens senior team Donohoe was formerly at the YMCA http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Tracey-Crouch-World-Para-Athletics-Championships-London/330737 monthly 0.9 2017-03-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH17742_885807.jpg London 2017 Para Athletics Championships ticket offer to inspire participation, says sports minister Triple Rio 2016 gold medallist Hannah Cockroft is expected to be competing at the Championships http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/ASA-equality-Muslim-Womens-Sport-Foundation/330723 monthly 0.9 2017-03-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH17731_671544.jpg ASA relaxes swimwear rules to encourage new competitors Competitors will now be allowed to wear full bodysuits for religious reasons http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Champneys-Dorothy-Purdew-spa/330718 monthly 0.9 2017-03-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH17729_842428.jpg Founder of Champneys immortalised in bronze Shenda Amery's bronze sculpture will be unveiled by Princess Katarina of Yugoslavia http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/ukactive-Tanni-Grey-Thompson-gyms-fitness-health-clubs/330711 monthly 0.9 2017-03-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH320970_685358.jpg ‘Archaic’ town planning laws are blocking gyms and facilitating bookies and fried chicken shops, says ukactive Grey-Thompson said that fitness operators would breathe life into the high street http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Youth-Sport-Trust-PE/330697 monthly 0.9 2017-03-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH17704_17983.jpg Youth Sport Trust lays out vision for PE Oliver said PE needed to be at the 'heart of the educational agenda for schools' http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/ECB-SGSA-cricket-spectator-safety/330683 monthly 0.9 2017-03-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH17689_598591.jpg ECB gears up for busy summers with spectator safety in mind The ECB is gearing up for busy summers of international cricket http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Dalata-Hotel-Group-Pat-McCann/330677 monthly 0.9 2017-03-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH17687_588751.jpg Dalata Hotels Group eyes UK expansion McCann said he was pleased with the growth in Manchester, Cardiff and Leeds http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Mental-health-exercise-fitness/330655 monthly 0.9 2017-03-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH17676_808196.jpg Fitness sector needs to engage with mental health issues, says Mind chief Paul Farmer believes that exercise is the number one preventative measure for mental health http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Alliance-Leisure-council/330644 monthly 0.9 2017-03-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Alliance secures UK-wide leisure framework L-R: Cllr Hugh Evans, council leader; Paul Cluett, Alliance Leisure md; Jamie Groves, the council's head of facilities, assets and housing http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/RFU-womens-rugby/330645 monthly 0.9 2017-03-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH17663_501934.jpg RFU selects 10 teams to contest inaugural Women’s Super Rugby league Worcester Warriors will be among the 10 teams competing http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Pulse-redevelopment-council-leisure-centre/330631 monthly 0.9 2017-03-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH17636_810858.jpg Pulse Group completes £4m leisure centre redevelopment Go! Active at The Arc has two new group exercise studios http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Trust-Sheffield/330617 monthly 0.9 2017-03-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ SIV chief executive announces retirement Steve Bailey plans to travel and spend more time with his parents during his retirement http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Liverpool-Commonwealth-Games-Joe-Anderson-Durban/330609 monthly 0.9 2017-03-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH12562_757511.jpg Liverpool ready to host 2022 Commonwealth Games if Durban backs out Anderson said hosting the Games would stimulate a large regeneration project in the city http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Alan-Shearer-Speedflex-fitness-exercise/330577 monthly 0.9 2017-02-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH17577_82259.jpg Alan Shearer opens Ireland's first Speedflex studio Match of the Day pundit Alan Shearer is a Speedflex director and ambassador http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/London-Aquatics-Centre-GLL-development/330575 monthly 0.9 2017-02-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH17576_536857.jpg London Aquatics Centre celebrates anniversary with free open day Several thousand children have learned to swim in the centre http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Justine-Greening-sugar-tax-sport--PE/330573 monthly 0.9 2017-02-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH17575_962827.jpg Sugar tax money to be spent on PE and sport facilities Greening said the wellbeing benefits from the fund could 'last a lifetime' for schoolchildren http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Liverpool-FC-Premier-League-football-KSS-Design-Group/330545 monthly 0.9 2017-02-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH17551_623526.jpg Liverpool FC eyes £50m training ground revamp KSS Design Group are behind the design of the proposed development http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/The-Gym-Group-John-Treharne-gym-membership-millennials/330541 monthly 0.9 2017-02-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH17542_212365.jpg Surge in millennial members results in the busiest-ever January for The Gym Group Treharne said millennials enjoyed the flexibility of The Gym's offer http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-Sport-Olympics-Rio-2016-medals/330539 monthly 0.9 2017-02-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH17541_734105.jpg UK Sport slams survey that shows only 7 per cent of population care about Olympic medals Kuper said that few kids in Britain could play judo, fencing or equestrianism near their homes http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Gyms-drugs/330508 monthly 0.9 2017-02-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH17503_51470.jpg Gyms should highlight the risks of drug misuse, NICE says Professor Gillian Leng wants gyms to display posters highlighting the risks of drug misuse http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Fitness-Pilates-studio-London/330455 monthly 0.9 2017-02-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH17449_858040.jpg Ten Health and Fitness to open eighth studio Joanne Mathews opened the first Ten studio in 2007 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Council-Manchester-leisure-centre/330446 monthly 0.9 2017-02-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH17430_786607.jpg Multi-million pound boost for Salford leisure centres Swinton and Pendlebury Leisure Centre could be replaced with a £12m complex http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Boutique-gym-Liverpool/330433 monthly 0.9 2017-02-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH17409_818216.jpg Property developer branches out to open boutique gym Bern Giam, who has over 40 years of experience in fitness and martial arts, will be leading a team of personal trainers http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/TRIB3-boutique-gym/330425 monthly 0.9 2017-02-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH17403_637720.jpg TRIB3 going global as part of expansion strategy TRIB3 plans to open 15 franchises in the UK, as well as studios in Spain and Russia http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Physical-activity-trusts-Life-Leisure/330416 monthly 0.9 2017-02-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH17395_128890.jpg North West leisure trusts implement new approach to inactivity actilife combines wearable technology, an online interactive platform and remote coaching http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sapca-Chris-Trickey-conference-branding/330385 monthly 0.9 2017-02-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH17347_192063.jpg Sapca celebrates 20th anniversary with new branding Sapca has reverted from green and yellow branding to blue and red http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sheffield-United-football-stadium-development/330321 monthly 0.9 2017-02-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH17273_466476.jpg Sheffield United plots residential development as part of stadium improvement works The development will include homes and a club shop http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Ministry-of-Sound-gym-London/330301 monthly 0.9 2017-02-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH17236_969028.jpg Ministry of Sound opens central London gym The Archers Ministry Does Fitness has a fully licensed bar http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Homophobia-sport-equality/330260 monthly 0.9 2017-02-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH17191_671439.jpg NGBs encouraged to tackle homophobic abuse in sport by engaging with children early The report demonstrated the concern that young LGBT people were put off participating in sport http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Unite-personal-training/330230 monthly 0.9 2017-02-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH17144_287791.jpg Fitness professional union affiliates with Unite Simcock said the idea was to achieve better contracts and rates of pay for PTs and fitness professional http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Pulse-equipment-gym-fitness-Trust/330198 monthly 0.9 2017-02-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH17121_156794.jpg Pulse Fitness completes £400,000 kit upgrade in Basingstoke Pulse's Richard Sheen hopes to continue to work with Basingstoke Sports Trust in the future http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sport-and-Recreation-Alliance-outdoor-recreation-funding-health/330221 monthly 0.9 2017-02-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH17139_590532.jpg Public Health England should invest in outdoor activities, says Sport and Recreation Alliance The Reconomics Plus report demonstrates the health benefits of activities such as walking http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/FA-football-governance-Rosena-Allin-Khan-Tracey-Crouch/330215 monthly 0.9 2017-02-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH241716_574008.jpg ‘Value’ in setting ethnic minority quotas for the FA board, says shadow sports minister Rosena Allin-Khan was elected MP for Tooting after previous MP Sadiq Khan became the Mayor of London http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/ukactive-appointments-physical-activity/330161 monthly 0.9 2017-02-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH17079_13201.jpg ukactive strengthens senior team with four appointments Jack Shakespeare joins ukactive as head of ukactive Kids http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Anytime-Fitness-franchise-Yorkshire-gym-club/330166 monthly 0.9 2017-02-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH17085_120893.jpg Anytime Fitness to open first club in East Yorkshire Anytime Fitness will open in East Yorkshire in May http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Rod-Carr-UK-Sport-funding-governance/330139 monthly 0.9 2017-02-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH390848_465367.jpg DCMS seeks new chair for UK Sport Rod Carr became UK Sport chair in 2013 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/John-Steele-UK-Sport-Youth-Sport-Trust-SAPCA/330103 monthly 0.9 2017-02-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH17013_244457.jpg Sport sector needs to be more ethically proactive, says former UK Sport chief executive Steele was the chief executive UK Sport, the Youth Sport Trust and the RFU http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sport-England-funding-rugby-netball-basketball-football-tennis/330095 monthly 0.9 2017-02-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH15839_769000.jpg Latest tranche of NGB grants revealed by Sport England Smith said governing bodies understood, and were supportive, of Sport England's funding decisions http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Xercise4Less-Gym-Group-social-media/330066 monthly 0.9 2017-02-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH16958_301596.jpg Xercise4Less ranks first in the social media stakes for Q4 2016 Facebook was the most popular platform for private gym companies, with more than one million likes http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sport-and-Recreation-Alliance-Emma-Boggis-policy/330055 monthly 0.9 2017-02-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH8542_696611.jpg Economic profile of sport and outdoor recreation sector raised by new report Boggis said the report should be used to 'inform national and local decision makers' http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Bannatyne-Alan-Shearer-HIIT-health-club-gym/330048 monthly 0.9 2017-02-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH16933_119322.jpg Former England striker launches Speedflex at Bannatyne club Alan Shearer and trainer Matt Bolam at the Speedflex launch http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Places-for-People-council-lesiure-centre-contract-construction/330015 monthly 0.9 2017-02-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH16905_461918.jpg Places for People Leisure secures 20-year Epping Forest contract The 20-year contract includes the building of Waltham Abbey Leisure Centre. http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Kia-Super-League-womens-cricket-broadcasting/330009 monthly 0.9 2017-02-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH16902_738139.jpg Women’s cricket Super League to be broadcast on Sky Sports Southern Vipers were the winners if the inaugural Super League http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Bootcamp-boutique-classes-London/329986 monthly 0.9 2017-01-31T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH16885_734602.jpg Barry's Bootcamp to open west London studio, offering high-energy classes. Barry’s Bootcamp offers customers hour-long cardiovascular and strength workouts http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Swimming-Nature-Steve-Philpott-people-swimming-leisure/329953 monthly 0.9 2017-01-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH16833_180844.jpg Leisure veterans tasked with aiding Swimming Nature’s ‘aggressive growth plan’ The pair join Swimming Nature during a time when the provider aims to become the 'leading authority on aquatic provision' http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/ukactive-workshop-event-conference-boutique-fitness/329867 monthly 0.9 2017-01-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH16682_200783.jpg ukactive to hold boutique fitness workshop BOOM Cycle co-founders Robert and Hilary Rowland will be sharing their story at Sweat. http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/English-Institute-of-Sport-UK-Sport-performance/329865 monthly 0.9 2017-01-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH16679_701093.jpg EIS appoints from within for head of science and technical development role Dr Currell has been with the EIS since 2006 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/FA-United-Nations-football-football-development-sport-for-peace/329835 monthly 0.9 2017-01-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH16654_216287.jpg FA and United Nations sign youth leadership agreement British 18-25 year-olds will be encouraged to take part in the leadership programme http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Manchester-United-stadium-disability-seating/329812 monthly 0.9 2017-01-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH122129_83578.jpg Disabled access lobby group 'disappointed' by Manchester United stadium plans Premier League clubs have to meet requirements for disability spaces set out in the Accessible Stadia Guide http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Charity-exercise-activity-wellbeing/329736 monthly 0.9 2017-01-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH16542_536862.jpg Lincs Inspire to launch scheme to get over 55s active Active Forever will offer individually designed support for users. http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/GLL-leisure-centre-Preston-council/329655 monthly 0.9 2017-01-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH16453_137893.jpg Cash-strapped council signs leisure centres over to GLL Fulwood and West View leisure centres will be under GLL management in April http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Les-Mills-fitness-leisure-centres-LiveWire/329641 monthly 0.9 2017-01-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH16449_779031.jpg Les Mills fitness programmes return to LiveWire leisure sites BodyPump is a stationary workout that uses light to moderate weights. http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/DCMS-London-2012-employment-sport-/329621 monthly 0.9 2017-01-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH16434_368014.jpg Number of people working in sport grows by 10 per cent since London 2012 Around 1.2m people were working in the sport sector in 2015 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Premier-League-accessibility-stadiums-sport/329590 monthly 0.9 2017-01-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH14391_543877.jpg CMS Committee ‘not convinced’ Premier League will sanction clubs failing disabled access guidelines Collins said it was 'high time' sports clubs with significant resources took action http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Total-Fitness-memberships-members-gym-health-club/329638 monthly 0.9 2017-01-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH16447_410682.jpg Total Fitness memberships help boost revenues Richard Millman, Total Fitness chief executive, says the chain 'continues to differentiate itself in a strongly polarised market'. http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Conference-event-expo-bodybuilding-fitness-nutrition/329623 monthly 0.9 2017-01-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH16435_150717.jpg FitCon expo to stage bodybuilding competitions FitCon will be staging bodybuilding competitions at this year's event http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/GLL-gym-renovation/329619 monthly 0.9 2017-01-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH16433_919174.jpg GLL completes £800,000 gym renovation The gym has astro turf flooring and has been kitted out with Technogym equipment http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Newcastle-Turkish-Baths-spa-Napper-Architects-Fusion-Lifestyle/329600 monthly 0.9 2017-01-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH16411_291870.jpg Newcastle Turkish Baths restoration inspires similar revamp in Manchester Newcastle Turkish Baths restoration inspires similar revamp in Manchester http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Scottish-Conservatives-Ruth-Davidson-physical-activity-sugar-tax/329566 monthly 0.9 2017-01-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH16387_144210.jpg Physical activity should start in pre-school, says report by Scottish Tories Davidson (centre) said the strategy would start a debate about health inequality in Scotland http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/cricket-rugby-league-Headingley-stadium-development/329545 monthly 0.9 2017-01-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH16354_810219.jpg Leeds City Council approves Headingley project, but funding still to be found The stand that adjoins the stadium will be redeveloped under the terms of the proposal http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/LTA-tennis-Michael-Downey-grassroots-facilities-governance/329536 monthly 0.9 2017-01-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH16352_124496.jpg Downey exits LTA, but ‘focus remains’ on grassroots tennis Downey joined the LTA from Tennis Canada in January 2014 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Leisure-centre-construction-council/329520 monthly 0.9 2017-01-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH16327_712647.jpg Kier Group to carry out pre-construction work on £21m leisure centre The leisure centre is scheduled to open at the end of 2018. http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Resorts-hotels-development-Center-Parcs-Alton-Towers/329515 monthly 0.9 2017-01-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif Peter Moore joins Northern Powerhouse Developments board Peter Moore OBE (right) previously worked at Chill Factore indoor ski village, in Manchester. http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/The-Gym-Group-John-Treharne/329516 monthly 0.9 2017-01-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH16325_568810.jpg Gym Group to introduce new products and services to members in 2017 Treharne said floating on the stock exchange had been helpful for the company's continued expansion http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Gym-Group-gym-low-cost/329503 monthly 0.9 2017-01-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH9097_241151.jpg Gym Group on course to meet targets for 2017 John Treharne says the pipeline for new sites in 2017 is the strongest the company has ever had. http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Gym-franchise-London-Anytime-Fitness/329498 monthly 0.9 2017-01-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH16310_428190.jpg Anytime Fitness opens 100th UK club Franchise owner David O’Donnell has two London clubs http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Study-research-exercise-fitness/329448 monthly 0.9 2017-01-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH16262_662990.jpg Weekend-only exercise has significant health benefits, study suggests Weekend warriors are those who meet physical activity targets in one or two sessions. http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Dover-leisure-centre-council-construction/329429 monthly 0.9 2017-01-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH15237_365628.jpg BAM Construction joins project team behind Dover leisure centre Artist's impression of the planned leisure centre in Dover http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Parkour-Tracey-Crouch-Sport-England-funding-Parkour-UK/329423 monthly 0.9 2017-01-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH16236_760944.jpg Parkour able to bid for government funds after officially being recognised as a sport Parkour has been present in the UK since 2003, with the governing body being formed in 2009 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Technogym-gyms-fitness-clubs-physical-activity-social-good/329422 monthly 0.9 2017-01-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH16235_28529.jpg Technogym to donate equipment as part of social good campaign The Let's Move campaign was present in 513 fitness clubs around the world in 2016 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Xercise4Less-Icon-Training-gyms-training/329415 monthly 0.9 2017-01-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH15920_39049.jpg Xercise4Less sharpens frontline training with Icon Gary Denton said Xercise4Less' approach to gym membership was 'refreshing and necessary' http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/ECB-RFU-coaching-Gordon-Lord-rugby-cricket/329408 monthly 0.9 2017-01-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH16227_554225.jpg Cricket exec appointed to oversee RFU coaching development programme Lord has spent 25 years working with the ECB http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/London-Colliers-gym-report-property/329401 monthly 0.9 2017-01-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH16219_878873.jpg Budget gym boom in London leads to surge in rent charges There is still scope to launch 30 more gyms in Central London, according to the report http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Flintshire-gyms-leisure-local-authority/329357 monthly 0.9 2017-01-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH16187_702971.jpg Staff take over leisure centre provision in Flintshire, leading to gym improvement plans Around £2m will go towards the improvement of gym provision in Flintshire http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Jump-In-trampoline-operator/329317 monthly 0.9 2017-01-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH16125_460987.jpg Jump In seeks growth in “affluent catchments” after securing Santander funding Jump In has four venues in its estate already http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/sportscotland-investment-LTA-Mel-Young/329299 monthly 0.9 2017-01-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH8488_983241.jpg ‘Biggest-ever’ tennis facilities investment a sign of things to come, says sportscotland chair Mel Young (centre) became sportscotland chair in June 2016 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Everyone-Active-gym-exercise-swimming/329274 monthly 0.9 2016-12-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH16098_229304.jpg Everyone Active trials modular gym Everyone Active has invested more than £200,000 in the modular gym http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/ukactive-physical-activity-board-directors/329258 monthly 0.9 2016-12-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ ukactive bolsters board with new directors Adrian Packer was tasked with turning round schools engulfed in the ‘Trojan Horse’ scandal http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Everyone-Active-awards-fundraising/329251 monthly 0.9 2016-12-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH16053_846500.jpg Everyone Active recognised at blood cancer charity awards Ben Beevers and Chris Spencer of Everyone Active http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/GLL-training-fitness-education-Future-Fit-Training/329238 monthly 0.9 2016-12-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH532004_120299.jpg GLL signs three-year training deal with Future Fit GLL and Future Fit have signed a three-year training deal http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Ireland-facilities-funding/329218 monthly 0.9 2016-12-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH15989_680903.jpg Irish government creates €30m facilities fund Ross urged all organisations to bid for the funding http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/LTA-sportscotland-tennis-facilities-Tennis-Scotland/329171 monthly 0.9 2016-12-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH12226_269507.jpg LTA and sportscotland pump £15m into indoor court development The LTA wants to capitalise on the success achieved by Scot Andy Murray in 2016 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Training-education-awards/329154 monthly 0.9 2016-12-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH15920_39049.jpg ICON Training on TES awards shortlist Gary Denton said "2016 has been a year of change, challenge and triumph" for ICON http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Swimming-training-quality-assurance/329141 monthly 0.9 2016-12-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH15902_302989.jpg Swimming Nature and Future Fit Training to develop kitemark Swimming Nature and Future Fit Training have been working together to raise standards http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Notts-County-football/329135 monthly 0.9 2016-12-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH15898_974611.jpg ‘Oldest football club in the world’ acquired by local businessman Hardy said he would pay off the club's debt http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Online-gym-membership-hacking/329130 monthly 0.9 2016-12-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH850546_662859.jpg PayAsUGym victim of IT hacking PayasUgym co-founders Jamie Ward (left) and Neil Harmsworth (right) http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-Sport-Liz-Nicholl-funding/329124 monthly 0.9 2016-12-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH7530_503369.jpg UK Sport chief defends funding decisions, but admits ‘devastating impact’ for those missing out Liz Nicholl said the quango was targeting more medals than the haul achieved during Rio 2016 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/India-training-spa-school-Kerala/329083 monthly 0.9 2016-12-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH15836_696579.jpg Indian school to train new spa gurus The School of Wellness has been set up with the aim of creating highly skilled and professional workers for all levels of the spa industry http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Badminton-England-badminton-UK-Sport-funding-Olympics/329111 monthly 0.9 2016-12-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH13342_629170.jpg Badminton England chief launches petition following UK Sport funding cut Christy called on people to sign the petition and lobby their local MP http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Shopping-Leeds-cinema/329104 monthly 0.9 2016-12-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH15870_337705.jpg Leeds shopping centre extension nears completion Rob Jewell of Land Securities, councillor Kim Groves and Peter Finegan of Morgan Sindall at the topping out ceremony http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Twickenham-RFU-rugby-development/329067 monthly 0.9 2016-12-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH15826_105239.jpg Twickenham redevelopment plans approved The new East Stand will increase in size, but not in spectator capacity http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/GLL-Better-Gym-FitSpace-gyms-charity/329052 monthly 0.9 2016-12-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif GLL acquires FitSpace to boost its budget gym offering GLL has purchased the FitSpace eight-strong nationwide chain http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Dr-Rosena-Allin-Khan-local-authority-investment/329054 monthly 0.9 2016-12-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH583448_148545.jpg Shadow sports minister encourages local authority investment in physical activity Allin-Khan’s involvement with her local boxing club has shown her how sport can engage the community http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Tracey-Crouch-stadium-development-accessibility-sport/329036 monthly 0.9 2016-12-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH15781_879105.jpg Sports minister backs EHRC to use legal powers against sports clubs with unaccessible stadiums Crouch (second from right) said football should take the lead for stadium accessibility http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/NHS-workers-to-receive-£1-gym-memberships/329029 monthly 0.9 2016-12-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH15776_941199.jpg NHS workers to receive £1 gym memberships Xercise4Less has 45 clubs across the UK http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Wales-leisure-centre-swimming-council-funding/329017 monthly 0.9 2016-12-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blank.gif Leisure centre saved thanks to council grant Splash Community Trust took over leisure centre in 2014 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/tickets-events-Premier-League-Wimbledon-Deloitte/329013 monthly 0.9 2016-12-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH12226_269507.jpg 70m tickets sold for UK sporting events in 2016 Wimbledon was the best-attended one-off sporting event in 2016 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Xercise4Less-budget-low-cost-gym/329011 monthly 0.9 2016-12-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH15755_435288.jpg Xercise4Less listed in The Sunday Times Fast Track 100 The Leeds based company was founded by ex-rugby player Jon Wright http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/British-Basketball-British-Handball-British-Volleyball-UK-Sport-funding/328977 monthly 0.9 2016-12-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH15706_621382.jpg Punchy statement from trio of NGBs calls for ringfenced UK Sport funding for team sports The British Basketball Federation hasn't received any UK Sport funding for two cycles in a row http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Pulse-building-design-appointment/328532 monthly 0.9 2016-11-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH15230_697956.jpg Pulse Group appoints new executive director Matt Johnson has more than 15 years of experience working in the construction industry http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/VisitBritain-tourism-China/328879 monthly 0.9 2016-12-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH15584_20556.jpg VisitBritain unveils partnerships in bid to attract Chinese travellers The deal was signed at an event held at Madame Tussauds in Shanghai, which was attended by culture secretary Karen Bradley http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sport-England-Jennie-Price-Active-People-Survey-netball-gymnastics-hockey/328895 monthly 0.9 2016-12-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH10695_582469.jpg Hockey, netball and gymnastics help grow the female participation base Price said sport needed to follow the example of low-cost gyms to entice people from lower socioeconomic demographics http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Titanic-Spa-legal-case/328893 monthly 0.9 2016-12-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH15603_475205.jpg Titanic Spa sinks rival in court case The swimming pool at Titanic Spa, Yorkshire http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/FA-football-womens-football-schools-grassroots/328883 monthly 0.9 2016-12-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH15587_622456.jpg Schools not supporting girls who want to play football, says FA women’s participation chief Only 41 per cent of girls play football before the age of 10, compared to 95 per cent of their male counterparts http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/SkinSincere-skincare-UK-Telford-salon-startup/328863 monthly 0.9 2016-12-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH15563_838526.jpg UK skincare brand opens first salon SkinSincere director Gemma Allies at work in the company's newly opened salon in Telford, Shropshire http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Council-GLL-Cardiff-leisure-centre/328832 monthly 0.9 2016-12-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH13055_836428.jpg GLL takes over management of eight Cardiff centres Eastern Leisure Centre is one of eight Cardiff centres now managed by GLL http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Premier-League-AFC-Bournemouth-football-hybrid-pitch/328808 monthly 0.9 2016-12-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH15513_325137.jpg Premier League club becomes the first to install a hybrid pitch AFC Bournemouth is currently taking part in its second successive Premier League season http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sport-England-volunteer-funding/328803 monthly 0.9 2016-12-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH15509_961329.jpg Sport England to 'revolutionise' volunteering with £26m fund There are already more than five million sports volunteers in England http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Newcastle-St-James-Park-rugby-union-Newcastle-United-Newcastle-Falcons/328790 monthly 0.9 2016-12-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH15501_341040.jpg Newcastle backed to host two major rugby union finals St James' Park hosted three matches during the 2015 Rugby World Cup http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Tracey-Crouch-sport-NGBs-policy/328715 monthly 0.9 2016-12-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH8604_506351.jpg Child abuse allegations prompts sports minister to write to national governing bodies Crouch said the sector had to make sure sport was 'as safe as it possibly can be' http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Premier-League-football-Justin-Madders/328681 monthly 0.9 2016-11-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH15357_719767.jpg Premier League clubs may have to invest more in grassroots facilities if bill is approved Madders will deliver the second reading of the bill in February http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/British-Hospitality-Association-BHA-Brexit-Staycation-2-tourism-UK-Britain-Brexit/328666 monthly 0.9 2016-11-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH15337_209689.jpg Inbound tourism declines despite Brexit predictions Post-Brexit analysts predicted an influx of overseas tourists thanks to a weakened pound http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Move-Smart-Xandru-Grech-Malta-SmartCity/328643 monthly 0.9 2016-11-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Move Smart: Personalising fitness in Malta Move Smart: Tailored to the individual, so everyone gets a bespoke programme http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sporting-England-coaching-inactive-Danny-Kerry/328669 monthly 0.9 2016-11-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH15347_147791.jpg Sport England launches coaching plan to reach out to the inactive According to Sport England, a third of inactive people who be encouraged if they had a good coach http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Activity-exercise-campaign-county-sports-partnerships/328623 monthly 0.9 2016-11-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH15310_593888.jpg Campaign to encourage lunchtime physical activity The eight-week challenge will be launched in January http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-Sport-coaching-Rio-2016/328611 monthly 0.9 2016-11-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH15304_634404.jpg Coaches behind GB Rio success complete UK Sport programme The nine coaches started the programme three years ago http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Council-leisure-centre-funding/328582 monthly 0.9 2016-11-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH15282_126777.jpg Leisure centre threatened with closure The centre has a 20m swimming pool, two fully-equipped gyms and a three-court sports hall http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-real-time-Google-feature-can-tell-how-busy-venues-are/328579 monthly 0.9 2016-11-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH15263_178144.jpg New real-time Google feature can tell how busy venues are The service could potentially influence people’s choices on which leisure businesses to visit http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/ICC-Womens-Cricket-World-Cup-cricket-Clare-Connor/328564 monthly 0.9 2016-11-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH177770_467323.jpg Record number of tickets sold for ICC Women’s World Cup Final 2017 Connor said the ticket sales demonstrated a 'strong appetite' for women's cricket http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Council-Dover-leisure-centre-planning/328541 monthly 0.9 2016-11-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH15237_365628.jpg Council finalises team to deliver £26m leisure centre Artist's impression of the planned leisure centre in Dover http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sport-England-funding-pilot-physical-activity-grassroots-sport/328537 monthly 0.9 2016-11-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH15235_265744.jpg Sport England to fund local delivery pilots from March 2017 Sport England is inviting expressions of interest in December http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Council-library-gym-GLL/328528 monthly 0.9 2016-11-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH879558_113827.jpg GLL plans to convert library into gym leads to opposition GLL's plans have led to opposition http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Disability-football-EFL-Penny-Mordaunt-inclusion/328519 monthly 0.9 2016-11-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH15217_427491.jpg Disability football gets £1m boost Several variations of football will be available to participants with a number of impairments http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/tourism/328507 monthly 0.9 2016-11-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Lonely Planet names North Wales among 'world's top 10 regions' North Wales was named in the top 10 thanks to the region 'reinventing itself' http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sporting-Equals-Youth-Sport-Trust-leadership-equality-Alison-Oliver-Arun-Kang/328497 monthly 0.9 2016-11-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH15187_708737.jpg Youth Sport Trust and Sporting Equals devise BAME leadership programme A Future Sport Leaders conference will be held in Manchester in February http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Leicester-City-Premier-League-Leicester-economy-EY/328487 monthly 0.9 2016-11-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH10506_503233.jpg Leicester City’s unlikely title win delivers £140m for local economy Leicester City expectedly won the Premier League title in May 2016 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/England-Netball-netball-participation-grassroots/328476 monthly 0.9 2016-11-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH15165_872999.jpg England Netball participation base mushrooms by 35 per cent Players have been enticed by initiatives such as Back to Netball and Walking Netball http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Survey-professional-body-movement-dance-exercise-inactivity-/328465 monthly 0.9 2016-11-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ National exercise body launches annual survey The survey aims to encourage more people to take part in group exercise classes http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Yoga-fitness-paddleboarding-qualification-Active-IQ/328457 monthly 0.9 2016-11-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH15155_772552.jpg SUPfit joins forces with Active IQ to develop qualification A qualification for teaching stand up paddleboarding has been created http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Aireborough-Leeds/328383 monthly 0.9 2016-11-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH15072_856383.jpg Leeds leisure centre to be turned into community hub as part of £1.2m revamp Improvements will see the swimming pool, changing rooms and the spectator seating being renovated http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/ASA-swimming-coaching/328346 monthly 0.9 2016-11-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH15047_546653.jpg ASA launches swimming coach development programme The coaches will take part in a 14-month programme http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Virtual-reality-gym-Aberdeen-trust/328329 monthly 0.9 2016-11-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH15029_108548.jpg Sport Aberdeen to open dedicated virtual gym The virtual gym is due to open in January 2017 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Glasgow-council-gym-refurbishment/328325 monthly 0.9 2016-11-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH15027_220044.jpg Glasgow Club opens doors to customers Glasgow City Council leader Frank McAveety and Glasgow Club’s Yvonne Greenlees. http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Council-physical-activity-trampoline-investment-health-fitness/328320 monthly 0.9 2016-11-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH15025_227828.jpg Tameside to open first part of £20m project The new attraction is part of a £20m investment project http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/CIMSPA-professional-body-education-student-university-college/328315 monthly 0.9 2016-11-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH15019_410885.jpg CIMSPA launches education partnerships to help develop student employability The partnership will help increase student employability http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/London-Manchester-GB-Taekwondo-Copper-Box-Manchester-Arena-events/328313 monthly 0.9 2016-11-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH15018_191065.jpg London’s Copper Box and Manchester Arena to host flagship Taekwondo competitions GB Taekwondo was awarded the events during a WTF meeting in Canada http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/The-Club-Company-acquires-Woodbury-Park/328302 monthly 0.9 2016-11-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ The Club Company acquires Woodbury Park The 56-bedroom luxury hotel is located within 350 acres of Devon countryside http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/London-Sport-technology-sport-physical-activity-London/328274 monthly 0.9 2016-11-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH165378_987623.jpg Sport and technology hub to launch in London in 2017 Peter Fitzboydon said using tech provided the 'biggest opportunity' for getting more people active http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Council-leisure-centre-plans-Sport-England/328269 monthly 0.9 2016-11-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH13567_806595.jpg Dudley council proposes leisure centre overhaul The leisure centres will both have swimming pools http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Manchester-Trafford/328261 monthly 0.9 2016-11-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH611568_818862.jpg Trafford Council plans £24.4m investment in leisure facilities The strategy recommends the expansion of the Urmston Leisure Centre in Trafford http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Gym-Leeds-exercise-low-cost-budget/328223 monthly 0.9 2016-11-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH14922_487886.jpg Xercise4Less opens biggest gym in West Yorkshire Bob Bowman, Matthew Williamson, Ronnie The Rhino, Qais Ashfaq and Nadia Harding support Movember http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/NHS-obesity-fitness-health-/328214 monthly 0.9 2016-11-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH14909_477186.jpg NHS chief in plea to leisure industry to help tackle staff obesity The leisure industry is urged to help tackle obesity among NHS staff http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Special-Olympics-Ireland-Sport-Ireland-funding-facilities/328211 monthly 0.9 2016-11-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH14907_985440.jpg Special Olympics Ireland moves into National Sports Campus Special Olympics Ireland has 10,000 athletes and 6,921 active volunteers http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Crowdfunding-fitness-London-social-exercise/328184 monthly 0.9 2016-11-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH14877_263837.jpg Fitness platform WeTRAIN seeks £600,000 through crowdfunding campaign WeEXPERIENCE is hosting eight taster sessions throughout November http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/VisitBritain-tourism/328149 monthly 0.9 2016-11-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH14862_496007.jpg UK launches campaign to grow inbound tourism from the Gulf London's famous shops are among the major draws for visitors from The Gulf http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Stechford-Birmingham-fitness/328135 monthly 0.9 2016-11-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH14850_203628.jpg Work begins on £9m Stechford leisure centre in Birmingham Brian Taylor, chair of Birmingham Community Leisure Trust, marks the start of construction of Stechford Leisure Centre http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Bristol-Rugby-Premiership-rugby-rugby-North-Somerset-Council-facilities/328154 monthly 0.9 2016-11-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH14864_200992.jpg Local authority mulls Bristol Rugby training ground application The facility will include four pitches and a gymnasium http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/ECB-cricket-participation/328093 monthly 0.9 2016-11-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH14779_252253.jpg ECB to develop alternative forms of cricket to engage ‘new generation’ The governing body will develop forms such as beach cricket and indoor cricket http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/ukactive-Tanni-Grey-Thompson/328074 monthly 0.9 2016-11-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH8497_104133.jpg £1bn plan to save the NHS by turning leisure centres into “preventative frontline” Tanni Grey-Thompson wants the health care sector's focus to shift from treating illnesses to promoting wellness http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/RFU-artificial-grass-pitches-facilities/328063 monthly 0.9 2016-11-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH14151_37000.jpg Rugby Expo: RFU execs lift the lid on artificial grass pitch programme All 60 Rugby Turf pitches will be built by 2020 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Hastings-sports-complex-facilities/328054 monthly 0.9 2016-11-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH14708_269305.jpg Hastings lines up £12m ‘sustainable sports village’ Hastings United would move into a 3,000-capacity ground as part of the plan http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/ECB-cricket-Chance-to-Shine-participation/328028 monthly 0.9 2016-11-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH14680_394555.jpg ECB doubles its investment to bring cricket to state school children Chance to Shine has engaged three million state school children over 11 years http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Droitwich/328010 monthly 0.9 2016-11-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH14673_172526.jpg £1.1m fitness and spa revamp completed at Droitwich leisure centre The cv area, kitted with Technogym equipment, has a new layout http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/British-Basketball-Federation-Nick-Humby-Lisa-Wainwright/327953 monthly 0.9 2016-11-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH9316_128685.jpg All change at British Basketball Federation with Humby exit and Wainwright appointment Nick Humby (right) joined the newly-created BBF in January 2016 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Fitness/327948 monthly 0.9 2016-10-31T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH14612_663893.jpg Health club members admit to “cheat days” Predetermined cheat days are used widely as a reward for working out in the gym http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/FA-ECB-LTA-Sport-and-Recreation-Alliance-Women-in-Sport-Sporting-Equals/327944 monthly 0.9 2016-10-31T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH12349_701299.jpg A Code for Sports Governance: Industry reaction Clarke, who chairs the much-criticised FA, said he welcomed the reforms http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sport-England-funding-facilities-grassroots/327938 monthly 0.9 2016-10-31T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH14607_456392.jpg Sport England reveals new funding timeline Sport England will focus on improving inactivity levels among the elderly first http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/People/327813 monthly 0.9 2016-10-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Createability strengthens sales team Adam Rogers joins the company from Johnson Health Tech http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/FA-Cup-FA-grassroots-football-Martin-Glenn/327801 monthly 0.9 2016-10-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH14476_397078.jpg FA Cup deal can have a ‘transformational impact’ on grassroots football Manchester United won the FA Cup final in May 2016 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/GB-Taekwondo-UK-Sport-taekwondo-Manchester-London/327795 monthly 0.9 2016-10-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH14472_309486.jpg Britain in the hunt to host three Taekwondo events with UK Sport backing Olympic gold medallist Jade Jones has given her backing to the bids http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Fitness-Active-Nation-Tim-Hewett/327781 monthly 0.9 2016-10-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH14458_999543.jpg Tim Hewett joins Active Nation board Hewett is a former business development director of Places for People Leisure http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Premier-League-Sunderland-equality/327779 monthly 0.9 2016-10-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH14456_711919.jpg Premier League to fund autism-friendly facilities for its clubs following Sunderland initiative The Shippey Campaign was launched by Kate and Peter Shippey after their autistic son had a bad experience watching Sunderland http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Yoga-fitness/327720 monthly 0.9 2016-10-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH14399_598077.jpg Ten Health launches physio-approved, “injury-proof” yoga classes The new class allows greater focus on individual attention and adaptation http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Damian-Collins-Culture-Media-and-Sport-Select-Committee-Helen-Grant/327710 monthly 0.9 2016-10-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH14391_543877.jpg Damian Collins to permanently chair the Sport Select Committee Collins has been an MP since 2010 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Breaking:-2017-GWS-to-take-place-at-The-Breakers/327706 monthly 0.9 2016-10-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH14386_210524.jpg Breaking: 2017 GWS to take place at The Breakers Susie Ellis, centre, celebrates with representatives from The Breakers as well as the three co-chairs for next year's event http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Bradley-Stoke-leisure-Gloucestershire/327696 monthly 0.9 2016-10-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH14377_221823.jpg Bradley Stoke centre prepares for January relaunch The new Xheight zone, designed by Hangfast, comprises 17 separate climbing walls http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/FA-football-Baroness-Sue-Campbell/327679 monthly 0.9 2016-10-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH14369_129388.jpg FA reaffirms commitment to double the number of female players following Girls’ Football Week Around 130,000 participants took part in two Girls' Football Week events in 2016 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Theresa-May-UK-Sport-funding-Liz-Nicholl/327651 monthly 0.9 2016-10-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH14349_387242.jpg Theresa May commits to UK Sport funding boost May said she wanted to see similar Olympic success at Tokyo 2020 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Gymbox-HSBC-Business-Growth-Fund/327629 monthly 0.9 2016-10-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH181235_733839.jpg Gymbox to expand after securing £39m investment package Gymbox will open a new site in Farringdon with the investment http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sport-and-Recreation-Alliance-sport-womens-sport-brands-Rio-2016/327625 monthly 0.9 2016-10-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH14308_349518.jpg Brands ‘missing opportunities’ by focusing away from women’s sport Laura Kenny was one of a number of successful female Team GB athletes http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/3d-leisure-fitness-corporate/327615 monthly 0.9 2016-10-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH14303_560882.jpg 3d Leisure continues mid-market roll out and sets sights on Greece 3d Leisusre's new office in Greece will be headed by country manager Yianni Patsani http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/AndArchitects-Luton-Town-FC-stadium-development/327578 monthly 0.9 2016-10-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH9975_398885.jpg AndArchitects founder unveils ‘flexible’ Luton Town stadium plans The stadium development is expected to be complete by 2020 if planning permission is approved http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Golf-health-politics-participation/327567 monthly 0.9 2016-10-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH14229_169027.jpg MPs ‘welcome’ study on the healing effects of golf The sport can help with chronic diseases and mental health problems http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Ely-leisure-centre/327561 monthly 0.9 2016-10-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH14227_610526.jpg Work on Ely Leisure Village underway Developed by Turnstone Estates, the project will include a new flagship leisure centre and a multi-screen cinema operated by Cineworld http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Tenby/327538 monthly 0.9 2016-10-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH14203_761607.jpg Revamped Tenby Leisure Centre reopens Improvements included the installation of a new fitness suite equipped with Technogym kit http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Devolution-tourism-leisure-England-local-government/327531 monthly 0.9 2016-10-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH14200_426782.jpg Devolution can boost local tourism in England, says study Handing more responsibility to local government could help boost tourism, according to the LGA http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Heritage-Lottery-Fund-HLF-Templemore-Baths-Belfast-City-Council-victorian-baths-visitor-attraction-heritage/327513 monthly 0.9 2016-10-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH14181_844743.jpg HLF grants £5m to restore historic Victorian baths in Belfast A lot of the building is in poor condition with the HLF funding used to expertly restore the heritage site http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Stadium-for-Cornwall-stadium-development-Cornish-Pirates-rugby/327499 monthly 0.9 2016-10-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH9849_923415.jpg Legal challenge threatens Stadium for Cornwall plans The stadium was given the green light by Cornwall Council in July http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sandwell-Leisure-Trust-gyms-health-club-sport-local-authority/327470 monthly 0.9 2016-10-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH14133_727530.jpg Surge in visitors and member numbers boosts SLT’s turnover by £3m The number of children taking part in free swimming grew by 29 per cent in 2015/16 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Labour-Dr-Rosena-Allin-Khan-sport-politics-Jeremy-Corbyn-Tom-Watson-Sadiq-Khan/327467 monthly 0.9 2016-10-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH14132_592611.jpg Jeremy Corbyn appoints new shadow sports minister Allin-Khan tweeted that she was a 'keen boxer' following her appointment http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Active-Training-Awards-ukactive-CIMSPA/327438 monthly 0.9 2016-10-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH14103_71793.jpg Active Training Awards nominations revealed as event expands to include a conference Fusion Lifestyle won last year's Large Employee of the Year award http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Edinburgh-Leisure-gym-refurbishment-investment/327429 monthly 0.9 2016-10-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH14099_298287.jpg Edinburgh leisure centre reopens after £1m revamp Part of the investment went towards a new cycle centre http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Women-in-Sport-equality-participation-grassroots-sport-Ruth-Holdaway/327366 monthly 0.9 2016-10-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH14028_66529.jpg Women who play sport are more likely to progress in the workplace, report finds Women who play sport at least three times a week are also more likely to have a university degree http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/London-Sport-funding-technology-grassroots/327345 monthly 0.9 2016-10-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH14008_628423.jpg London Sport develops funding identification tool for clubs and organisations Local London sports clubs should be able to find appropriate funding more easily http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Womens-Sport-Week-Women-in-Sport-Womens-Sport-Trust/327309 monthly 0.9 2016-10-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH11553_194855.jpg Women’s Sport Week: What’s on? Women's Sport Week will attempt to raise awareness of opportunities for all women to take part in sport http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/DW-Sports-Fitness-First-gym-health-club/327295 monthly 0.9 2016-09-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH13943_929461.jpg DW Sports swoops for all 62 UK Fitness First clubs Whelan (left) and Best (right) said they would invest in the clubs to maintain and improve their quality http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Birmingham-Commonwealth-Games-event-bidding-facilities-venues/327285 monthly 0.9 2016-09-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH13936_510715.jpg Birmingham shows off sporting venues as it officially launches 2026 Commonwealth Games bid Council leader John Clancy said hosting the Games would deliver positive economic impact to the city and wider area http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Nuffield-CBT-emotional-wellbeing-mental-health/327223 monthly 0.9 2016-09-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Nuffield Health acquires emotional wellbeing provider Nuffield CEO Steve Gray: Emotional wellbeing is a http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Scottish-Rugby-Edinburgh-Rugby-Glasgow-Warriors/327271 monthly 0.9 2016-09-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH13931_320974.jpg Scottish Rugby aims to raise money by selling professional clubs Edinburgh Rugby may be sold to raise money for the grassroots game and national team http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Edgbaston-ICC-Champions-Trophy-cricket-Birmingham/327249 monthly 0.9 2016-09-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH450927_423315.jpg ICC Champions Trophy to net Birmingham £25m Edgbaston chief executive Neil Snowball said the ground had performed well during the 2013 edition of the tournament http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Premier-League-BT-disability-sport-grassroots-funding/327221 monthly 0.9 2016-09-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH13877_122821.jpg Premier League and BT invest in disability inclusion programme Each Premier League club will employ a dedicated disability officer as part of the scheme http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sajid-Javid-AFC-Wimbledon-stadium-Merton-Council-Sadiq-Khan/327219 monthly 0.9 2016-09-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH301556_909824.jpg Government approves AFC Wimbledon stadium proposal Javid's letter cleared the way for the proposed development following a 20 month planning process http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/CSP-Network-governance-sport-Sport-England-Richard-Saunders-Andrew-Reid-Country-Sports-Partnerships/327209 monthly 0.9 2016-09-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ CSP Network invests in board training programme in bid to improve governance The training programme, supported by Sport England, has included networking events, training workshops and webinar sessions http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Xercise4Less-Manchester-gyms-health-clubs-fitness/327173 monthly 0.9 2016-09-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH9409_689777.jpg Xercise4Less to establish new Manchester site Xercise4Less already has 41 sites open across the country http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/FIFA-Fatma-Samoura-football-Andy-Burnham-Soccerex/327169 monthly 0.9 2016-09-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH13809_431264.jpg Grassroots football at the centre of Soccerex keynotes Samoura – the new FIFA secretary general – gave her first official address since her appointment http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/broadcasting-grassroots-sport-funding-NGBs/327159 monthly 0.9 2016-09-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH13804_593422.jpg Broadcast deal sees millions pumped into grassroots sport The deal will see events such as the FA Cup broadcast on free-to-air television http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Join-In-Sport-and-Recreation-Alliance-Eddie-Izzard-volunteering-Join-In/327149 monthly 0.9 2016-09-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH8542_696611.jpg Sport and Recreation Alliance takes over assets of volunteer charity Join In Boggis said she was delighted to take the brand on and boost sports volunteering http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/VisitBritain-tourism-UK-Britain/327146 monthly 0.9 2016-09-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH13786_476435.jpg July breaks inbound tourism records for Britain 3.8 million people visiting the UK from overseas in July http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Gym-Fitness-First-health-and-fitness/327139 monthly 0.9 2016-09-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH381002_700080.jpg The return of autumn encourages people back to the gym The number of people searching for 'gym' on the internet increased by 39 per cent http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sport-and-Recreation-Alliance-grassroots-facilities-sports-clubs/327095 monthly 0.9 2016-09-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH13721_493707.jpg More sports clubs own facilities – but availability concerns remain Basketball clubs owned the fewest venues and made the least revenue http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/National-Fitness-Day-gets-100000-people-active/326967 monthly 0.9 2016-09-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH13576_899824.jpg National Fitness Day gets 100,000 people active More than 18,000 events were organised across the UK during the day http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/T20-ECB-cricket-counties-participation/326920 monthly 0.9 2016-09-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH8860_149128.jpg ECB agrees new T20 format to ‘drive participation’ The competition will work alongside the existing T20 Blast tournament http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Pure-Gym-IPO-Humphrey-Cobbold-technology/326917 monthly 0.9 2016-09-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH13553_89459.jpg IPO will enable Pure Gym to ramp up consumer-focused technology, says chief executive Cobbold said investment in technology would free up staff to concentrate on 'member experience' http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Tom-Pursglove-MP-parliament-Sport-and-Recreation-Alliance-/326897 monthly 0.9 2016-09-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH13533_568090.jpg Corby MP recognised as grassroots sport champion Pursglove is the vice-chair of the APPG for Sport http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Concordia-Leisure-centre-reopens-following-£31m-redevelopment/326886 monthly 0.9 2016-09-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH818373_688523.jpg Concordia Leisure centre reopens following £3.1m redevelopment The centre's fitness facilities have been upgraded http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/TUI-commits-to-creating-2000-new-apprenticeships/326866 monthly 0.9 2016-09-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ TUI commits to creating 2,000 new apprenticeships TUI will look to invest in apprenticeships at all levels of its business http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Kelly-Simmons-FA-football-Soccerex-participation/326854 monthly 0.9 2016-09-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH9114_477793.jpg FA participation chief to reveal National Game Strategy progress at Soccerex Simmons will discuss progress made in the context of the National Game Strategy http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Aldi-Irish-Rugby-rugby-union-grassroots-participation/326850 monthly 0.9 2016-09-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH13501_496996.jpg Aldi backs Irish Rugby grassroots programme Almost 65,000 children have taken part in the scheme since 2009 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/RFU-Andy-Cosslett-rugby-union-governance/326841 monthly 0.9 2016-09-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH13497_286608.jpg England Rugby 2015 chair poised for RFU role The 61-year-old spent 14 years in various roles with Cadbury Schweppes http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Bournemouth-Fitness-Life-Fitness/326819 monthly 0.9 2016-09-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH13475_75668.jpg Historic Stokewood Leisure Centre to receive £1m fitness upgrade New group exercise spaces will be created as part of the upgrades http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Leisure-Centre-Woodford-Hull/326808 monthly 0.9 2016-09-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH13466_39420.jpg Hull leisure centre to undergo £6m redevelopment New facilities at the centre will include a learner pool http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Octane-Fitness/326792 monthly 0.9 2016-09-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH13474_50528.jpg Octane Fitness UK expands sales team Jo Paddon joins Octane Fitness from youth activity provider Fit For Sport http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Karen-Bradely-Olympics-team-sports-Clive-Efford-UK-Sport/326773 monthly 0.9 2016-09-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH12110_34251.jpg Government ‘urged’ to invest more in team sports Bradley was named as culture secretary in July by Theresa May http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Fitness/326744 monthly 0.9 2016-09-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH13405_161382.jpg Green prescriptions: UK urged to learn from New Zealand and prescribe outdoor exercise to patients 72 per cent of those given green 'prescriptions' noticed positive changes to their health http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Fitness-National-Fitness-Day-ukactive/326735 monthly 0.9 2016-09-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGHTHUMB12759_821465.jpg Sixth National Fitness Day kicks off with 18,000 events Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson, chair of ukactive http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/West-Ham-Premier-League-Football-Supporters-Federation-football-Olympic-Stadium-David-Gold/326720 monthly 0.9 2016-09-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH13373_341350.jpg Football Supporters’ Federation backs West Ham’s safe standing plans West Ham co-chair David Gold will talk to the Premier League and FA about the possibility of implementing safe standing in the Olympic Stadium http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Pure-Gym-fitness/326681 monthly 0.9 2016-09-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH9829_274960.jpg Pure Gym secures Banbury site Pure Gym currently operates 160 clubs – including one in Oxford http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Team-GB-Olympics-Rio-2016-hockey-GB-Hockey/326683 monthly 0.9 2016-09-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH13356_431892.jpg New GB Hockey performance chief eyes ‘clinical, consistent’ success Team GB's women's team won gold at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Champneys-beauty-therapists-beauty-school-tuition-loan/326654 monthly 0.9 2016-09-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH13340_230400.jpg Champneys offering tuition loans for students at its beauty industry college Students are now able to enrol for courses at Champneys International College through the Advanced Learner Loan http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Matrix-Fitness-Abbeycroft-Leisure/326669 monthly 0.9 2016-09-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH13339_449549.jpg Abbeycroft Leisure renews Matrix contract Matrix will continue to supply Abbeycroft sites for the next seven years http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Queens-Club-Aegon-Championships-tennis-London-facilities/326645 monthly 0.9 2016-09-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH13317_757784.jpg Queen’s Club to add 2,000 seats for 2017 Aegon Championships Andy Murray won this year's championship shortly before emerging from Wimbledon triumphant http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Volleyball-England-volleyball-London-2012-NGBs/326635 monthly 0.9 2016-09-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH13302_663910.jpg Volleyball England chief exits ahead of new funding cycle Wainwright joined the NGB as chief executive eight years ago http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Liverpool-FC-Anfield-football-stadium-development/326595 monthly 0.9 2016-08-31T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH13251_918739.jpg New high street planned for area around Liverpool FC’s Anfield stadium The development is expected to take place over the next few years http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Tourism-Scotland/326591 monthly 0.9 2016-08-31T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH13248_614622.jpg Scottish coastal tourism worth £323m Between 2010 and 2014, domestic trips increased by 6 per cent http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/sportscotland-basketballscotland-funding-basketball-Glasgow-Rocks/326589 monthly 0.9 2016-08-31T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH13247_995054.jpg Strategic partnership formed to boost Scottish basketball Glasgow Rocks will play a major role in the Scottish player pathway, alongside Caledonia Pride http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/The-Gym-Group-Acquisition-Results-Gyms/326582 monthly 0.9 2016-08-31T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH12541_814866.jpg The Gym Group acquires four new sites from rival operator The four sites are likely to open in Q1 2017 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Clinical-Public-Health-England-GPs-Wellbeing-Activity/326554 monthly 0.9 2016-08-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH681611_824395.jpg PHE to recruit more clinical champions to promote physical activity 45% of women and 33% of men are not active enough for good health http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/British-Cycling-Olympics-Rio-2016-Ian-Drake-Bob-Howden-Joanna-Rowsell-Shand-facilities/326502 monthly 0.9 2016-08-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH13151_599204.jpg ‘Smart investment and better infrastructure’ can future-proof the success of cycling, says NGB Howden said it was a good time to capitalise after cycling had 'captured the nation's imagination' http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Cancer-Charity-Fundraising-Running-Survey/326482 monthly 0.9 2016-08-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH13136_413213.jpg Macmillan Cancer encourages running-shy Brits to get trainers on OutRun September encourages Brits to set themselves a target for the month http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Leisure-centre-Worthing-Pulse-Fitness-Equipment/326447 monthly 0.9 2016-08-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH13097_475000.jpg Pulse Fitness strengthens relationship with South Downs Leisure Trust The fitness suite that will boast 60 stations of Pulse’s Series 3 cardio equipment http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Council-Cardiff-leisure-centre-/326411 monthly 0.9 2016-08-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH13055_836428.jpg Leisure centre reopens after £6.5m revamp The leisure centre has reopened after 30 months http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sadiq-Khan-AFC-Wimbledon-stadium-development-London/326409 monthly 0.9 2016-08-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH88562_720149.jpg Mayor gives AFC Wimbledon a clear path to new stadium The development will include more than 600 homes and leisure facilities http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Scottish-Rugby-development-coaching-Sarah-Dixon/326404 monthly 0.9 2016-08-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH13051_220103.jpg Scottish Rugby scraps women’s under-20 team for new development programme Former Scotland international Sarah Dixon has been appointed as the programme manager http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-Sport-Olympic-Games-Rio-2016-Team-GB/326379 monthly 0.9 2016-08-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH13025_457120.jpg Team GB medal achievement showcased the ‘best high performance system in the world’ Mo Farah's two gold medals contributed to the overall haul of 67 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/British-Paralympic-Association-Tim-Hollingsworth-facilities-Paralympics-Rio-2016/326368 monthly 0.9 2016-08-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH13022_635108.jpg ‘Long way to go’ before disabled people have adequate access to grassroots sport, says British Paralympic chief Hollingsworth said he was encouraged that the government sport strategy would increase opportunities for disabled people who wanted to take part in grassroots sport http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Health-clubs-beauty-products/326356 monthly 0.9 2016-08-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH13000_626365.jpg David Lloyd Clubs and Elemis strike beauty deal David Lloyd Club Amida spas will have a range of Elemis products http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Refurbishment-leisure-centres-investment/326346 monthly 0.9 2016-08-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH12992_503573.jpg Everyone Active centres undergo revamp The centre in Sunderland has undergone a £1.8m revamp http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Government-UCI-Road-World-Championships-Welcome-to-Yorkshire-cycling/326341 monthly 0.9 2016-08-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH12991_810415.jpg Government makes Road World Championships bid with £24m commitment The race will take in all parts of Yorkshire if the bid is successful http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/British-Cycling-membership-Olympics-London-2012-Rio-2016/326313 monthly 0.9 2016-08-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH12960_879200.jpg Elite success contributes to British Cycling membership boost The number of people taking part in competitive races has more than doubled to 62,000 since 2012 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/ukactive-event-National-Fitness-Day/326294 monthly 0.9 2016-08-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH82869_649889.jpg National Fitness Day event finder goes live More than 4,000 sites will hold events http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/West-Ham-United-Premier-League-Olympic-Stadium-Karren-Brady/326311 monthly 0.9 2016-08-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH12959_765866.jpg Olympic Stadium granted capacity increase – but West Ham wants more The 2016/17 season is West Ham's inaugural year playing at the Olympic Stadium http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/councils-leisure-centres-operator/326300 monthly 0.9 2016-08-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH12938_102409.jpg District council to appoint external partner to manage leisure centres Council plans for Newbold Comyn http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Team-GB-Rio-2016-UK-Sport-funding-Tracey-Crouch-Liz-Nicholl-Jason-Kenny/326289 monthly 0.9 2016-08-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH12925_827733.jpg Team GB hits UK Sport medal target days before the conclusion of Rio 2016 Gold medals for Laura Trott and Jason Kenny helped Team GB towards its record-breaking target http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Trusts-leisure-centre-project-development-Manchester/326264 monthly 0.9 2016-08-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH12888_308326.jpg Ethics Leisure to steer £1.3m project following budget cut An iTrain Gym brand will be introduced at the site http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/RFL-rugby-league-coaching-equality-female-coaches/326256 monthly 0.9 2016-08-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH12877_870624.jpg Free courses for female rugby league coaches Only 445 women are qualified as trained rugby league coaches – with the many not regularly active http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/LGA-London-2012-local-authority-funding-facilities/326230 monthly 0.9 2016-08-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH12857_448041.jpg Local authorities at the ‘forefront’ of London 2012 legacy, says LGA The number of divers in Plymouth surged after Tom Daley trained in the city's £46.5m aquatics centre http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Council-swimming-gym-leisure-centre-fitness/326217 monthly 0.9 2016-08-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH12849_624347.jpg Council’s scheme to help tackle obesity proving a success Dulwich Leisure Centre offers free swim and gym use for locals http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/FIFA-Soccerex-Fatma-Samoura-Atletico-Madrid-China/326213 monthly 0.9 2016-08-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH10597_813001.jpg FIFA’s first female general secretary headlines Soccerex Samoura was appointed in May shortly after the election of Gianni Infantino as president http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Council-centres-tender/326203 monthly 0.9 2016-08-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH12810_329057.jpg Everyone Active wins tender to run London borough leisure centres Plan of swimming pool at Romford Leisure Centre http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/CSP-review-Andy-Reed-Sporting-Future-Tracey-Crouch-DCMS-Sport-England/326183 monthly 0.9 2016-08-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH8773_309302.jpg CSPs need to improve ‘strategic leadership’ capabilities, finds review Reed delivered his findings to Tracey Crouch and the DCMS http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Ireland-rugby-Rugby-World-Cup-2023-event-bidding/326151 monthly 0.9 2016-08-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH12758_118347.jpg Ireland sets aside €1.5m war chest for Rugby World Cup bid An all-Ireland tournament will 'be very beneficially in terms of its political dimension' http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Fitness-Leisure-centre-Technogym/326146 monthly 0.9 2016-08-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH12750_459704.jpg Delayed £11.3m Workington Leisure Centre to open next month The 90-station gym has been supplied by Technogym http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Premier-League-Sunderland-football-stadium-facilities/326137 monthly 0.9 2016-08-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH12735_575039.jpg Premier League Sunderland to revamp stadium The Stadium of Light has been Sunderland's home since 1997 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/GLL-staff-management-training-accreditation/326108 monthly 0.9 2016-08-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH12697_911064.jpg GLL and CIMSPA in partnership deal to develop managers Official signing of agreement by Mark Sesnan (GLL MD), Tara Dillon (CIMSPA CEO) and witnessed by Lorraine Patrinos (GLL associate director) and Mac Cleves (GLL College head) http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Tracey-Crouch-governance-equality-diversity-Rio-2016/326099 monthly 0.9 2016-08-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH12682_233336.jpg Sports minister eyes 'improved recruitment' process for female leaders in sport Crouch has taken part in various events while attended the Rio 2016 Olympics http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Policy-government-DCMS-DoH-DoE-Sporting-Future-boxing/326089 monthly 0.9 2016-08-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH12665_194458.jpg All government departments need a sports policy-focused minister, say MPs Conservative MP Charlotte Leslie is the chair of the APPG for Boxing http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Philips-wearable-healthcare/326071 monthly 0.9 2016-08-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Philips to launch devices to help track health Watch continuously and automatically measures health biometrics http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/FA-participation-grassroots-funding-Kelly-Simmons/326032 monthly 0.9 2016-08-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH12595_381895.jpg FA partners with education institutions to stimulate participation figures The FA hopes the scheme reaches 70,000 football participants http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/London-2012-Tessa-Jowell-Rugby-League-World-Cup-Sadiq-Khan-Commonwealth-Games-Rio-2016-Liverpool/326034 monthly 0.9 2016-08-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH59355_789608.jpg London 2012 legacy under the microscope and the USA muscles in on England Rugby League World Cup bid Team GB won 65 medals in 2012 and 47 medals at the Beijing 2008 Olympics http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Brexit-exports-DCMS-business-sport/326029 monthly 0.9 2016-08-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH12594_228383.jpg One-third of all British sports service exports purchased by EU organisations Exporting sport service – such as coaching – netted the UK £1.8bn in revenue in 2014 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/West-Bromwich-Albion-Premier-League-football-China-Aston-Villa-Wolverhampton-Wanderers/326021 monthly 0.9 2016-08-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH12589_933704.jpg West Brom becomes the third West Midlands football club to be acquired by Chinese investors West Brom finished 14th in the Premier League last season http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Willmott-Dixon-bags-contract-for-£15m-Littlehampton-Leisure-Centre/326011 monthly 0.9 2016-08-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH12585_240875.jpg Willmott Dixon bags contract for £15m Littlehampton Leisure Centre Construction on the centre will begin in 2017 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Powerleague-five-a-side-private-sector-football-grassroots-facilities/326008 monthly 0.9 2016-08-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH12584_380792.jpg European expansion: Powerleague establishes second Dutch hub Powerleague CEO Rupert Campbell is keen on expanding further into continental Europe http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Archery-GB-Neil-Armitage-governance-UK-Sport-facilities-participation/325979 monthly 0.9 2016-08-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH12565_949701.jpg Archery GB appoints chief executive to implement its latest strategy Armitage was appointed as interim CEO in December 2015 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Fitness/325934 monthly 0.9 2016-08-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH12541_814866.jpg The Gym Group secures Doncaster town centre site The Doncaster site will increase the number of clubs in the company’s UK portfolio to more than 80 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Rowing-British-Rowing-Sport-England-SWIPE-Get-Berkshire-Active-facilities-/325927 monthly 0.9 2016-08-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH12538_406302.jpg Community rowing facility opens at London 2012 venue Youngsters can use the lake for free or at low cost http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Wales-Commonwealth-Games-Aston-Villa-UK-Sport-Rio-2016-Olympics-Bristol-City/325892 monthly 0.9 2016-07-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH12503_227884.jpg Wales bins Commonwealth bid, UK Sport hires performance chief and Aston Villa heads to India Cardiff's Vitality Stadium will not be used for the 2026 Commonwealth Games – but more sporting facilities may pop up around it http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sport-England-Manchester-inactivity-Jennie-Price/325878 monthly 0.9 2016-07-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH12477_820148.jpg Sport England called upon in Manchester’s battle with inactivity Jennie Price (front centre) said the GMCA was a 'very powerful partner' as a result of devolution http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Saqiq-Khan-AFC-Wimbledon-League-One-stadium-football-London/325861 monthly 0.9 2016-07-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH11298_71357.jpg AFC Wimbledon stadium fate to be decided in two weeks following consultation Former Labour MP Khan was elected mayor of London in May http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Bristol-City-Bristol-Sport-stadium-development-eco-solar-panels/325847 monthly 0.9 2016-07-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH12445_156603.jpg Bristol City boosts eco credentials with solar panels for Ashton Gate The solar panels are expected to save Bristol City £150,000 over 20 years in energy bills http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Mike-Goody-STA-Invictus-Games/325827 monthly 0.9 2016-07-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH12426_387578.jpg ‘Prince of the pool’ to champion swimming safety for the STA Goody said he wanted everybody to have the opportunity to swim http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Leeds-City-Council-Yorkshire-County-Cricket-Club-local-authority-cricket-redevelopment-Headingley/325819 monthly 0.9 2016-07-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH12408_571041.jpg Headingley redevelopment wins £4m Leeds City Council backing The North-South Stand and hospitality facilities will be redeveloped as part of the project http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Wales-fitness-public-health-inactivity/325795 monthly 0.9 2016-07-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH12389_250433.jpg “One in five” deaths in South Wales preventable through exercise Physical activity levels in adults and children in South Wales are “very low” http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sport-England-Sense-funding-charity-participation-grassroots/325798 monthly 0.9 2016-07-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH12390_449646.jpg Sport England funds football, cycling and swimming opportunities for deafblind individuals Individuals will be able to take part in a number of sports or physical activities http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Wales-Commonwealth-Games-Sport-Wales-Ken-Skates-facilities/325799 monthly 0.9 2016-07-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH9510_745775.jpg Wales eyes more elite sports facilities as Commonwealth Games bid scrapped Skates said the facilities review would have a view to increasing Wales' spread of elite sporting venues http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/RFU-Premiership-Rugby-rugby-grassroots-funding/325769 monthly 0.9 2016-07-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH12355_863839.jpg Millions for grassroots rugby: RFU and Premiership Rugby deal to benefit the community game Saracens won the Premiership Rugby title last season http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-Sport-BAE-Systems-virtual-reality-Simon-Timson/325752 monthly 0.9 2016-07-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH12350_925604.jpg How UK Sport is using virtual reality to prepare athletes for the Olympics The system will allow athletes to discover the unique twists and turns of certain courses http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Politics-policy-people/325738 monthly 0.9 2016-07-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH12327_852990.jpg New ministers named to Department of Health Nicola Blackwood – the new under secretary of state for public health and innovation http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Wolverhampton-Wanderers-Premier-League-Championship-Aston-Villa/325717 monthly 0.9 2016-07-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH12310_509320.jpg Wolves becomes latest football club to attract Chinese owners Wolves have been in the Football League since 2012 when the club dropped out of the Premier League http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Welsh-Rugby-Union-rugby-grassroots-facilities-infrastructure/325695 monthly 0.9 2016-07-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH12280_259298.jpg Welsh Rugby Union to plough £1m into infrastructure upgrades Grassroots clubs will be able to bid from a £800,000 pot for facility upgrades http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Bannatynes-Fitness/325678 monthly 0.9 2016-07-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH12276_485839.jpg Bannatyne Group reopens Rotherham club following £500,000 revamp Rotherham United goalkeeper and Bannatyne club member Paddy Kenny (left) with Mark Hodgkinson, general manager on the new gym floor http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/VisitBritain-tourism-UK-tourism-Brexit-weakened-pound-tourism-statistics-travel/325655 monthly 0.9 2016-07-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH12238_475266.jpg VisitBritain predicts 'strong summer' for inbound tourism Visitor numbers are expected to be strong after a record first quarter and a weakened pound enticing overseas visitors http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Leeds-City-Council-Leeds-Yorkshire-County-Cricket-Club-Headingley-stadium-development/325653 monthly 0.9 2016-07-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH7533_513537.jpg Leeds City Council ponders £4m Headingley grant An artist's impression of the rugby stadium's redeveloped North–Stand http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Immune-system-behaviour-social-behaviour-research/325625 monthly 0.9 2016-07-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH12213_201904.jpg Immune system controls social behaviour, study finds The discovery that the immune system – and possibly germs, by extension – can control our interactions raises many exciting avenues for scientists to explore http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Pokemon-fitness-Pokemon-go/325606 monthly 0.9 2016-07-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Pokemon Go getting people active Pokemon Go is getting people more physically active http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Aberdeen-FC-football-stadium-development-Scottish-Premiership/325587 monthly 0.9 2016-07-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH10526_139941.jpg Aberdeen FC stadium plan hits opposition The stadium – if the plans are greenlit – is expected to be ready in time for the start of the 2019/20 season http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/English-Institute-of-Sport-Nigel-Walker-mental-health-UK-Sport/325508 monthly 0.9 2016-07-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH10455_996334.jpg EIS earmarks more investment for the mental wellbeing of athletes Walker revealed that athletes were undergoing clinical psychiatry tests to determine their mental health state http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-Sport-Liz-Nicholl-talent-identification-equality/325492 monthly 0.9 2016-07-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH12015_405429.jpg Diverse athletes to benefit from UK Sport talent ID campaign Nicholl said the campaign would result in more ethnic minority athletes being funded by UK Sport http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Facebook-National-Fitness-Network-Graeme-Hinde-Katie-Bulmer-Cooke/325479 monthly 0.9 2016-07-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif Facebook launch for National Fitness Network LFX founder Graeme Hinde hopes to scale up the network and launch a number of events for fitness enthusiasts in 2017 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-Sport-Liz-Nicholl-Brexit-funding-elite-sport-Olympics/325475 monthly 0.9 2016-07-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH7530_503369.jpg UK Sport chief confident funding arrangements won’t be altered by Brexit Liz Nicholl said that UK Sport provides huge value and was confident in the funding it has been promised http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-Sport-elite-sport-Olympic-Games-Tokyo-2020-Liz-Nicholl/325461 monthly 0.9 2016-07-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH766798_317148.jpg UK Sport eyes Tokyo 2020 success with talent ID programme Helen Glover won gold at London 2012 having been identified as a potential rower via a talent identification scheme http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Women-in-Sport-Investec-research-equality-Ruth-Holdaway/325444 monthly 0.9 2016-07-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH11961_285899.jpg Women in Sport to investigate link between participation and career progression According to Ruth Holdaway, 77 per cent of women in management positions play sport http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Argos-ukactive-National-Fitness-Day-physical-activity-Tanni-Grey-Thompson-Tracey-Crouch/325389 monthly 0.9 2016-07-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH82869_649889.jpg Argos throws weight behind National Fitness Day 2016 Last year saw 2,000 venues open their doors to run free exercise sessions http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Marriott-Hainan-China-hotel-spa/325346 monthly 0.9 2016-07-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH11831_754642.jpg Marriott set to open new beach resort and spa in Hainan The 144-bedroom resort will be completed in two phases, with the final phase completed in early 2017 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Royal-Commonwealth-Society-Confederation-of-Indian-Industry-(CII)-Tourism-Alliance-India-visa-tourism/325337 monthly 0.9 2016-07-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH11810_585887.jpg Tourism sector urges visa incentive for flagging India figures The UK’s market share of global Indian tourists has halved over the last decade http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sport-England-Chris-Grant-Karen-Pickering-Wasim-Khan-Ian-Cumming-Denise-Barrett-Baxendale-Andy-Long/325244 monthly 0.9 2016-07-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Sport England makes six new board appointments Sported chief executive Chris Grant is one of six new members to the Sport England board http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sheffield-Olympic-Legacy-Park-infrastructure-London-2012-Sheffield-Sharks-Sheffield-Eagles/325223 monthly 0.9 2016-07-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH11668_16916.jpg Sheffield’s Olympic Legacy Park receives £4.9m funding boost An artist's impression of the exterior of the Olympic Legacy Park http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Women-in-Sport-Womens-Sport-Week-Sky-Sports-BBC/325110 monthly 0.9 2016-06-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH11553_194855.jpg Second Women’s Sport Week pencilled in for October Women's Sport Week will attempt to raise awareness of opportunities for all women to take part in sport http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Wasps-Netball-Superleague-England-Netball-Joanna-Adams/325091 monthly 0.9 2016-06-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH522569_497919.jpg Wasps establishes franchise in Netball Superleague Surrey Storm were crowned champions of the 2016 Netball Superleague http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/LTA-UK-Sport-Simon-Timson-tennis-Olympics-Liz-Nicholl-performance-elite-sport/325081 monthly 0.9 2016-06-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH11527_464775.jpg UK Sport performance director set to take LTA role Timson joined UK Sport in 2013 from the ECB http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Brexit-EU-Referendum-Tourism-tourism-alliance/325062 monthly 0.9 2016-06-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH11517_426374.jpg Brexit could mean 'Staycation 2' for UK 'Staycation 2' could be on its way, at least in the short term http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Center-Parcs-Sherwood-Forest-spa-treetop-sauna-nature-themed-spa/325031 monthly 0.9 2016-06-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH11494_112019.jpg Treetop sauna to star at Center Parcs’ new forest-themed spa concept at Sherwood Forest The brand will now bring the essence of nature into the thermal and cooling experiences at Sherwood Forest, with more than ten experience rooms, relaxation areas and a treetop sauna http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-Sport/324957 monthly 0.9 2016-06-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH11425_480163.jpg Astall and Springman reappointed to UK Sport board Sarah Springman played a pivotal role in successfully lobbying for triathlon to be accepted onto the sport programme at London 2012 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Business-leisure-Brits-travel-bleisure/324921 monthly 0.9 2016-06-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Business or leisure? Brits blurring lines when it comes to travel The research suggests that bleisure travellers could make for happier and more engaged employees at no extra cost to businesses http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Warwickshire-County-Cricket-Club-cricket-grassroots-participation-Birmingham-City-Council/324809 monthly 0.9 2016-06-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH11272_439195.jpg Warwickshire CCC to hand out 1,000 free cricket bats to youngsters Warwickshire's Ian Bell (left) poses with a plastic bat http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Westerwood-Hotel-Glasgow-spa/324769 monthly 0.9 2016-06-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH11242_730562.jpg Glasgow's Westerwood Hotel to expand spa The development aims to improve the flow of the spa and enhance the experience for guests, and will include the addition of three new treatment rooms, including a double http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Stanley-House-Hotel-and-Spa-Sarah-Wellfair-spa-manager/324751 monthly 0.9 2016-06-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH11225_816525.jpg Sarah Wellfair to head up spa at Stanley House Wellfair was most recently manager at the House of Elemis in Mayfair, and has more than seven years’ experience managing spas across the globe http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Bedford-independent-health-club-Matthew-Towers/324705 monthly 0.9 2016-06-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH11174_730458.jpg Upmarket health and racquet club set for Bedford Work is already underway on the health club, which is being designed by Hooper Architects http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sale-Sharks-rugby-union-Premiership-Simon-Orange-CorpAcq/324733 monthly 0.9 2016-06-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH11215_625368.jpg New Sale Sharks owner aims to make Manchester a rugby union hotbed Orange (right) said he wanted to close the gap with the teams above in the Premiership table http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Powerleague-participation-FA-Kelly-Simmons-football-grassroots/324707 monthly 0.9 2016-06-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH11176_339255.jpg Powerleague offers free five-a-side for women Powerleague will also launch free Soccercise classes for women beginning their football journey http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Stadium-for-Cornwall-facilities-government-John-Whittingdale/324703 monthly 0.9 2016-06-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH10485_724998.jpg Government backs Stadium for Cornwall project Whittingdale said he was 'committed' to the building of a new multi-use stadium in Cornwall http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Tracie-Kearney-Babor-UK-skincare/324632 monthly 0.9 2016-06-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH11134_26596.jpg Tracie Kearney named MD of Babor UK Tracie Kearney is MD of Babor UK http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/AFC-Wimbledon-Chelsea-football-Kingsmeadow-stadium-League-One/324633 monthly 0.9 2016-06-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH88562_720149.jpg AFC Wimbledon exchanges Kingsmeadow contracts with Chelsea AFC Wimbledon is still waiting for planning permission to build its proposed new stadium in Merton http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Research-Brexit-UK-tourism-£41bn-TravelZoo/324615 monthly 0.9 2016-06-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH529816_526380.jpg Research suggests Brexit could cost UK tourism £4.1bn Tourism hubs such as London could suffer if the UK votes to leave the EU http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Swansea-City-football-Premier-League-MLS-DC-United-NBA/324600 monthly 0.9 2016-06-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH11090_655499.jpg Swansea the latest Premier League club to attract US investors Swansea City has been in the Premier League since 2011/12 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Scottish-Rugby-rugby-Murrayfield-development-hotel/324567 monthly 0.9 2016-06-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH11062_141335.jpg Scottish Rugby plans hotel development for Murrayfield Murrayfield has been the home of Scottish rugby since 1925 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Tourism-Society-Symposium-2016-business-culture/324540 monthly 0.9 2016-06-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Keynote speaker unveiled for Tourism Society Symposium 2016 Lovett boasts 20 years’ senior-level experience across the museums, arts, heritage and protected landscape sectors http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Wasps-Premiership-Rugby-Coventry-training-facility-Ricoh-Arena/324520 monthly 0.9 2016-06-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH11036_27857.jpg Wasps eyes “world-class” training facility in Coventry The facility will include three pitches, an indoor kicking barn and physiotherapy rooms http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Premier-League-Football-League-football-Bundesliga-Serie-A/324507 monthly 0.9 2016-06-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH10506_503233.jpg Premier League revenues boost Football League turnover past £4bn The Premier League accounted for £3.3bn of the overall revenues http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Tottenham-Hotspur-Wembley-Stadium-Premier-League-Champions-League-football-FA/324455 monthly 0.9 2016-05-31T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH10957_766049.jpg Tottenham Hotspur agrees deal to play matches at Wembley Tottenham Hotspur is required to move to another venue in order to meet UEFA requirements http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Goals-Soccer-Centres-football-private-sector-grassroots/324416 monthly 0.9 2016-05-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH540502_497822.jpg Goals appoints casino boss as chief executive Goals posted a £6.2m pre-tax loss in March http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Ritz-Carlton-community-experiences/324360 monthly 0.9 2016-05-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH10879_769763.jpg Ritz-Carlton launches ‘Impact Experiences’ The programme, dubbed Impact Experiences, hopes to foster collaboration and a sense of accomplishment in guests, and enable them to feel personally connected to the local community http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Health-clubs-VAT-payments-3d-Leisure/324325 monthly 0.9 2016-05-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH10836_253012.jpg Health clubs ‘could be owed thousands’ in VAT payments Operator 3d Leisure recently saved £701,868.80 over a period of three years as a result of reclaiming http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Bradford-City-football-League-One-acquisition/324395 monthly 0.9 2016-05-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH10921_389970.jpg German businessmen swoop for Bradford City Edin Rahic will move to the UK to base himself at the club’s home ground, Valley Parade http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/British-Cycling-Stuart-Lancaster-Annamarie-Phelps-review-Shane-Sutton/324392 monthly 0.9 2016-05-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH10920_309964.jpg Stuart Lancaster part of panel to probe British Cycling culture Lancaster coaches England during last year's home Rugby World Cup http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Rugby-World-Cup-2015-England-rugby-events-tournament-hosting-revenue-economics/324350 monthly 0.9 2016-05-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH472910_998193.jpg Rugby World Cup 2015 the ‘fifth biggest single-sport event ever’ 2.5m tickets were sold for the Rugby World Cup, with 460k bought by overseas fans http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Premier-League-football-stadium-SGSA-Level-Playing-Field-Joyce-Cook-Manchester-United/324337 monthly 0.9 2016-05-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH7547_979110.jpg Premier League clubs not expected to meet disabled spectator requirements Joyce Cook OBE is the founder of CAFE and the chair of charity Level Playing Field http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/BBF-basketball-Nick-Humby-participation-facilities-Sport-England-UK-Sport/324327 monthly 0.9 2016-05-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH9316_128685.jpg Basketball aiming to become the second-largest team game in Britain Nick Humby (right) joined the newly-created BBF in January 2016 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/DW-Sports-Scott-Best-Best’s-Bootcamp-boutique-studio-Charing-Cross/324181 monthly 0.9 2016-05-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH10688_223017.jpg DW Sports director launches new Best’s Bootcamp boutique The range of 50-minute classes are soundtracked by Best’s resident DJs http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Coventry-City-Coventry-Rugby-Club-football-rugby-stadium-development-Wasps-Rugby-Ricoh-Arena/324185 monthly 0.9 2016-05-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH10690_270323.jpg Coventry City and Coventry Rugby Club explore ground-share possibilities Butts Park has been Coventry Rugby's home since 2004 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Leicester-Tigers-rugby-Premiership-Leicester-Sir-Peter-Soulsby-Wasps/324134 monthly 0.9 2016-05-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH10632_513588.jpg Leicester Tigers ready to pounce on multi-use development project The club has played at Welford Road since 1892 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/David-Cameron-Birmingham-Commonwealth-Games-Liverpool/324123 monthly 0.9 2016-05-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH426330_260385.jpg Prime minister encourages Birmingham to bid for Commonwealth Games Cameron said it was up to Birmingham to decide to bid, but said the city should 'think big' http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Everton-Liverpool-stadium-development-football/324119 monthly 0.9 2016-05-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH10618_65414.jpg Unviable stadium plan forces Everton rethink Everton's current stadium Goodison Park has been the club's home since 1892 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Blackburn-Rovers-football-Frank-Whittle-Partnership-architecture-development-community-facilities-grassroots/324103 monthly 0.9 2016-05-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH10598_217520.jpg Blackburn Rovers partners with FWP on community centre project An artist's impression of the front of the redeveloped community centre http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Aberdeen-FC-football-Scotland-development-stadium/324021 monthly 0.9 2016-05-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH10526_139941.jpg Aberdeen FC takes a step closer to stadium development The stadium is expected to be ready in time for the start of the 2019/20 season http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/World-Rugby-rugby-Bill-Beaumont-governance-RFU/324018 monthly 0.9 2016-05-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH10525_915157.jpg Bill Beaumont officially named chair of World Rugby Pichot (left) and Beaumont (right) celebrate their election http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Doping-sport-UK-Anti-Doping-Nicole-Sapstead/324001 monthly 0.9 2016-05-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH10504_254964.jpg Sport’s financial contribution to UK Anti-Doping is “scandalous”, claims chief executive Sapstead floated the idea of a levy being applied to sport ticket sales which could go towards the anti-doping pot http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Freedom-Leisure-Arun-leisure-facilities-West-Sussex/323946 monthly 0.9 2016-05-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH10445_128627.jpg Freedom Leisure takes reins of Arun facilities Nigel Lynn, CEO at Arun District Council (left) with Ivan Horsfall Turner, Freedom Leisure MD http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/FIFA-football-World-Cup-event-hosting/323983 monthly 0.9 2016-05-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH9230_629840.jpg FIFA to choose World Cup host in May 2020 Gianni Infantino has mooted the expansion of the World Cup from 32 teams to 40 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Switch-The-Play-Leon-Lloyd-social-enterprise-athlete-transition-Duty-of-Care-Sporting-Future/323935 monthly 0.9 2016-05-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH10440_739084.jpg Foundation which helps athletes prepare for retirement adds new directors Leon Lloyd played for Leicester Tigers for a decade and won five caps for England http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Thornton-Sports-administration-artificial-pitches-Hotel-Football/323909 monthly 0.9 2016-05-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH10422_118929.jpg Thornton Sports enters administration amid “quality problems” Thornton Sports installed the 12th floor pitch in Manchester's Hotel Football http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Colin-Averis-UK-sales-director-Pavigym/323880 monthly 0.9 2016-05-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Colin Averis named UK sales director for Pavigym Averis arrives with a wealth of experience, having held a wide range of roles during his 15 years in the leisure industry http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Powerleague-football-facilities-development-participation-grassroots/323885 monthly 0.9 2016-05-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH10397_280669.jpg Fragranced dressing rooms and Adidas hubs part of Powerleague’s Next Generation Powerleague opened its facility outside Wembley Stadium in 2011 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Olympic-Games-GLL-GLL-Sport-Foundation-funding-Sally-Gunnell/323879 monthly 0.9 2016-05-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH10394_616891.jpg GLL Sport Foundation makes £1.2m available for young Olympic hopefuls Sally Gunnell is a patron for the GLL Sport Foundation http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/sports-coach-UK-Coachwise-British-Gymnastics-Sporting-Future-Sport-England-UK-Sport/323853 monthly 0.9 2016-05-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH10369_158916.jpg British Gymnastics executive hired as new sports coach UK boss Gannon was the executive director of business and development for British Gymnastics http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Spa-Vision-Ye-Olde-Bell-Hotel-UK-spa-wellness/323775 monthly 0.9 2016-05-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH10261_754491.jpg Spa Vision creating 17,000sq ft spa at 17th century British hotel The focus will be on offering specialist spa and wellbeing packages for guests at the 60-bedroom, 17th century hotel, with a goal “to be recognised as one of the finest spa and wellbeing facilities in the UK http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Hearts-Scottish-Premier-League-football-development-stadium/323846 monthly 0.9 2016-05-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH10368_287806.jpg Hearts stadium revamp gathers pace as half of funding secured An artist's impression of Tynecastle following the redevelopment work http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/RFU-rugby-USA-Rugby-development/323748 monthly 0.9 2016-05-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH10230_826928.jpg USA Rugby chief takes RFU role Melville will take up his role in the summer http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/David-Moorcroft-Coventry-Sports-Network-facilities/323731 monthly 0.9 2016-04-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH10218_984722.jpg Former UK Athletics chief Moorcroft returns to Coventry Sports Foundation David Moorcroft (centre) will oversee new projects and developments for the charity http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/British-Cycling-UK-Sport-Jess-Varnish-Shane-Sutton-Annamarie-Phelps-Liz-Nicholl/323733 monthly 0.9 2016-04-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH10219_127168.jpg British Cycling kicks off organisational review amid high profile sexism allegations Annamarie Phelps of British Rowing will chair the review which will begin 'imminently' http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Gender-diversity-Women-in-Sport-Sport-and-Recreation-Alliance-equality-British-Wrestling/323722 monthly 0.9 2016-04-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH8542_696611.jpg Governance code expected to address lack of gender diversity on sports boards Boggis said she was 'absolutely confident' that gender diversity would be addressed prominently in the code http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/FA-football-coaching-grassroots-participation-qualifications/323697 monthly 0.9 2016-04-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH10163_916033.jpg FA sets August date to re-shape qualification structures Les Howie said the new-look courses will enable coaches to 'develop, improve and learn' while enjoying their football http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/JD-Gyms-Washington-Coventry/323597 monthly 0.9 2016-04-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH10083_784093.jpg JD Gyms kicks on with stylish new sites The recently-launched gym in Coventry has a strong emphasis on design http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Life-Fitness-European-Space-Agency-supplier-contract/323633 monthly 0.9 2016-04-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2022/HIGH323633_660152_883782.jpg Lift-off for Life Fitness with European Space Agency gym contract ESA staff, including astronaut Tim Peake, place a high premium on physical fitness http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Cary-Arms-spa-Devon-England/323672 monthly 0.9 2016-04-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Devon’s Cary Arms opening new glass-fronted spa The new Cary Spa will feature a glass-fronted pool and sunbathing deck, offering panoramic vistas along the unspoilt Jurassic coastline http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Cricket-Cricket-Ireland-facilities-strategy-Test-cricket/323657 monthly 0.9 2016-04-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH10131_981278.jpg Cricket Ireland readies facilities strategy to push the sport into mainstream The strategy is part of a wider plan to make Ireland ready for Test cricket by 2020 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/YouSPA-UK-Ireland-digital-portal-search-engine/323625 monthly 0.9 2016-04-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ YouSPA digital portal launches in the UK and Ireland Boudon-Doris said the main objective in entering the UK and Ireland is to introduce spas to the benefits of a global portal serving the wider audience of spa and leisure holiday customers http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Oxygen-Freejumping-David-Stalker-trampolining-Leeds/323595 monthly 0.9 2016-04-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif Oxygen Freejumping bounds ahead with fresh sites The debut Oxygen site in West Acton, London, has made a big impression http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Joanna-Rowsell-Shand-cycling-facilities-Wattbike-Olympics-London-2012/323583 monthly 0.9 2016-04-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH10054_906195.jpg More facilities would improve British cycling, says Rowsell-Shand Rowsell-Shand (right) won a gold medal in the Team Pursuit at the London 2012 Olympic Games http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/LTA-Michael-Downey-participation-tennis-grassroots/323541 monthly 0.9 2016-04-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH10005_393736.jpg LTA opens up free coaching programme to 5,000 extra children The initiative was intended to boost interest among children following Great Britain's Davis Cup win http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/David-Evennett-parkrun-Stoke-Gifford-Parish-Council-Sporting-Future-government-DCMS-sport-strategy/323529 monthly 0.9 2016-04-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH81267_268089.jpg Government urges parish council to “reconsider” charging for parkrun David Evennett has looked after Tracey Crouch's sports brief since January http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Snap-Fitness-MSG-Life-franchise-TwentyTwoYards/323480 monthly 0.9 2016-04-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH309762_434533.jpg Snap Fitness signs 30-club UK franchise deal The first Snap Fitness gym under the new MSG Life agreement is expected to launch in Bristol in May http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Luton-Town-football-stadium-League-Two/323507 monthly 0.9 2016-04-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH9975_398885.jpg Luton Town to apply for stadium planning permission this summer The stadium development will be part of a wider regeneration project in Luton http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Mark-Anthony-Rush-Fitness-flagship-site/323450 monthly 0.9 2016-04-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH9932_933350.jpg Mark Anthony’s Rush Fitness unveils flagship site The 1,000sq m (10,764sq ft) gym boasts a broad range of fitness offerings http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Bolton-Premier-League-Football-Association-Football-Foundation-Sam-Allardyce-Mark-Lawrenson/323484 monthly 0.9 2016-04-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH9951_549646.jpg Football Foundation part funds £1.8m multi-sport facility in Bolton Sunderland manager Sam Allardyce helped to officially open the facility http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Bath-Rugby-Newcastle-Falcons-Northampton-Saints-Saracens-Wasps-Premiership-Rugby-health-training/323466 monthly 0.9 2016-04-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH9940_873092.jpg Premiership Rugby clubs launch health-orientated training course Wasps’ Guy Thompson has backed the initiative http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Body-transformation-London-Justin-Maguire-FE-Body-Transformation-Centre/323441 monthly 0.9 2016-04-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH9929_662793.jpg Body transformation specialist Justin Maguire to launch high-end London hub Maguire will harness his 15+ years' experience in fitness for the new venture http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Wales-Lidl-participation-Euro-2016-football-Chris-Coleman/323412 monthly 0.9 2016-04-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH9887_984260.jpg Peer-led grassroots football initiative launched in Wales The aim is to have 200,000 more youngsters playing football by 2024 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Cornwall-Truro-stadium-Cornish-Pirates-Truro-and-Penwith-College/323387 monthly 0.9 2016-04-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH9849_923415.jpg Retail scheme to finance £10m Stadium for Cornwall The stadium was given the green light by Cornwall Council last July http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Religion-Edgbaston-Vatican-City-Birmingham-Saltley-Academy/323385 monthly 0.9 2016-04-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH9848_804343.jpg Edgbaston to host religious cricket series The Birmingham-based ground will host the tournament between 15 and 19 September http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/ICSS-SIGA-corruption-Richard-Caborn-Sir-Dave-Richards-Football-Association/323301 monthly 0.9 2016-04-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH9773_264409.jpg Sports bodies and personalities join to establish anti-corruption body The first meeting of SIGA occurred in Madrid, Spain http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Joe-Anderson-Commonwealth-Games-Liverpool/323278 monthly 0.9 2016-04-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH9729_60629.jpg Liverpool lining up 2026 Commonwealth Games bid Joe Anderson became Liverpool's first elected mayor in 2012 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Baroness-Tanni-Grey-Thompson-DCMS-David-Evennett-Duty-of-Care-Baroness-Sue-Campbell-Jason-Roberts-Brian-Moore-safety-wellbeing-grassroots/323245 monthly 0.9 2016-04-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH705055_751404.jpg Government launches safety and wellbeing in sport review Grey-Thompson and her working group colleagues will compile a final report on safety and wellbeing in sport http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Wellness-magazine-balance-london/323229 monthly 0.9 2016-04-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH9686_953854.jpg New consumer wellness magazine launches Copies of the monthly publication were given out in Tube stations across the city by people dressed in funky clothes and wigs http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/RFU-Maggie-Alphonsi-rugby-participation/323196 monthly 0.9 2016-04-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH9654_749889.jpg RFU turns to England legend for legacy initiative Alphonsi won 70 caps for England and the Women's Rugby World Cup in 2014 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/IAAF-IAAF-Congress-Sebastian-Coe-Lamine-Diack-Excel-London-2012-Olympic-Stadium/323188 monthly 0.9 2016-04-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH9641_277689.jpg London’s Excel ready to host the 2017 IAAF Congress Sebastian Coe was voted in as IAAF president during the last Congress in Beijing in 2015 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/British-Military-Fitness-workplace-wellness-corporate-offering/323077 monthly 0.9 2016-04-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH9538_566184.jpg British Military Fitness takes inactivity battle into the workplace The new BMF corporate offering will see the company creating bespoke packages based on the shift patterns of a company’s employees http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Lotus-Spa-opens-at-historic-Jacobean-mansion-in-Scotland/323018 monthly 0.9 2016-04-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH9509_162815.jpg Lotus Spa opens at historic Jacobean mansion in Scotland Inglewood House, the Grade A-listed Jacobean mansion in Alloa, Scotland, has been transformed into a hotel and spa after a £500,000 investment http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Worcester-Warriors-Premiership-Rugby-artificial-pitch-stadium-Sixways-Stadium/323153 monthly 0.9 2016-04-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH9610_720842.jpg Worcester to become third Premiership Rugby club to lay artificial pitch The artificial pitch will be laid in time for the start of the 2016/17 season http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/London-Sport-Interactive-disability-sport-County-Sports-Partnership/323150 monthly 0.9 2016-04-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH9609_433172.jpg London Sport merges with Interactive Angus Robertson said the merger would have a 'positive impact' promoting disability equality in physical activity http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/SAPCA-Andy-Reed-policy-sport-strategy-Sporting-Future/323098 monthly 0.9 2016-04-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH8773_309302.jpg SAPCA aims to raise its profile with Andy Reed appointment Reed said he wanted to make a 'real contribution' to SAPCA in achieving its objectives http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Lawn-Tennis-Association-LTA-Alastair-Marks-courts-facilities-participation-tennis/323084 monthly 0.9 2016-04-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH9545_850299.jpg LTA gearing up to launch 'bolder' facilities strategy The facilities strategy will be revealed a year on from Great Britain's Davis Cup victory in Belgium in November 2015 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Netball-England-Netball-Superleague-Joanna-Adams-Liverpool-2019-World-Cup/323033 monthly 0.9 2016-04-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH9515_930533.jpg England netball players to get full-time status Players selected to become full-time will begin full-time training on 13 June 2016 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Oriam-Scotland-Basketball-Scotland-Netball-Scotland-Scottish-Handball/323011 monthly 0.9 2016-04-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH9502_513745.jpg Scotland’s £32.9m Oriam to welcome elite basketball, netball and handball McCafferty, Achara and Pettit (left to right) represented their respective sports which have signed up to use Oriam http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Steve-Bambury-Pure-World-Energy-1Life/322653 monthly 0.9 2016-03-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH9150_193886.jpg Steve Bambury joins Pure World Energy as director of operations In his new role, Bambury is responsible for the operational delivery of the business http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Big-Lottery-Fund-Rugby-Football-League-rugby-league-grassroots/322983 monthly 0.9 2016-03-31T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH9459_209872.jpg Big Lottery Fund donates £271k to grassroots rugby league The funding has gone towards training coaches, providing new equipment and first aid training http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Elite-training-Level-4-strength-and-conditioning-fitness-qualification/322655 monthly 0.9 2016-03-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH9152_13558.jpg New fitness qualification unveiled for elite training The course has been developed by Strength and Conditioning Education founder Brendan Chaplin http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sport-Ireland-participation-Michael-Ring/322949 monthly 0.9 2016-03-31T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH8207_26177.jpg Decline in organised team sports contributes to dip in Irish sport participation Michael Ring (centre) said he was encouraged by the rate of social sport participation http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Fitness-First-sale-Martin-Seibold-Oaktree-Capital-Management/322930 monthly 0.9 2016-03-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH992955_51498.jpg Exclusive: ‘Significant interest’ in Fitness First buyout Fitness First has made significant investments in expanding the functional and athletic offerings on its gym floors http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Tanni-Grey-Thompson-Wales-Commonwealth-Games/322893 monthly 0.9 2016-03-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH705055_751404.jpg Tanni Grey-Thompson backs Welsh Commonwealth Games bid The Paralympic gold medallist said Wales had to be 'a bit brave and a bit bold' http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Treasury-grassroots-sport-David-Gauke-DCMS-government/322882 monthly 0.9 2016-03-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH9352_166880.jpg Government seeks private sector investment in grassroots sport with corporation tax cut Treasury financial secretary David Gauke said that private sector funding was 'crucial' to the future of the sector http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sport-Wales-Dr-Paul-Thomas-governance-quangos-Wales-Ken-Skates/322875 monthly 0.9 2016-03-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH9345_234620.jpg Sport Wales names new chair Dr Paul Thomas will replace Professor Laura McAllister on 1 April 2016 for a three-year term http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/RFU-Premiership-Rugby-rugby-union-Newcastle-Falcons-Saracens-artificial-turf/322868 monthly 0.9 2016-03-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH9344_425570.jpg Rugby union bodies to deepen reporting on the effects of artificial turf Saracens' Allianz Park is one if two Premiership stadiums with artificial turf http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Wasps-rugby-Aviva-Premiership-facilities-David-Armstrong-Ricoh-Arena/322837 monthly 0.9 2016-03-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH307754_809943.jpg Wasps planning new indoor sport and music arena David Armstrong (centre-left) said that while the plans were at the very early stage, he hoped to break ground in two or three years http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Basketball-British-Basketball-Federation-Nick-Humby/322826 monthly 0.9 2016-03-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH9316_128685.jpg British Basketball Federation to open public consultation Nick Humby (right) joined the newly-created BBF in January 2016 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/London-2012-Olympics-Hugh-Robertson/322814 monthly 0.9 2016-03-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH9304_685429.jpg London 2012 legacy “done down” because participation was “drastically undercounted”, says former Olympics minister Sir Hugh Robertson was the sports minister during the London 2012 Olympic Games http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Grassroots-government-George-Osborne-funding-Sport-England-national-governing-bodies-corporation-tax-Budget-2016/322771 monthly 0.9 2016-03-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH467168_31595.jpg Grassroots sports clubs may become exempt from corporation tax Osborne's Treasury department will launch the consultation this week http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Rochdale-AFC-football-League-One-Spotland-Stadium-Rochdale-Borough-Council/322712 monthly 0.9 2016-03-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH9203_483566.jpg Rochdale secures 100 per cent of stadium shares Rochdale Borough Council has owned shares in Spotland Stadium since 1991 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Bath-UK-World-Water-Day-spa-historic-baths-Thermae-Bath-Spa/322682 monthly 0.9 2016-03-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH9197_809569.jpg UK’s historic Cross Bath offers free access for World Water Day Visitors can sample the water at the Bath's historic Pump Room http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Debra-Stuart-NHS-Premier-Global-Simon-Stevens/322652 monthly 0.9 2016-03-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH57309_397810.jpg £600m NHS staff wellness drive must go deeper, says Debra Stuart Debra Stuart, CEO of Premier Global, believes the NHS should utilise the behavioural change expertise of the physical activity sector to educate staff http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Government-sugar-tax-Baroness-Sue-Campbell-Youth-Sport-Trust-Tracey-Crouch/322666 monthly 0.9 2016-03-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH9176_500980.jpg ‘Transformational’ sugar levy will double PE budget in primary schools Baroness Sue Campbell said the fund would increase levels of physical activity in schools http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Ski-indoor-ski-Selby-facilities-leisure-Alliance-Leisure-Inspiring-Healthy-Lifestyles/322651 monthly 0.9 2016-03-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH9149_282352.jpg Indoor ski complex to open in Selby Summit Indoor Adventure is expected to be open to the public in May http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sheffield-development-facility-Olympic-Legacy-Park-Sheffield-Sharks-basketball-British-Basketball-League/322634 monthly 0.9 2016-03-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH9138_227200.jpg New £3.5m home for Sheffield Sharks approved An artists impression of the arena and surrounding area http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Football-Football-Association-pitches-development-funding-investment-grassroots-Kelly-Simmons/322613 monthly 0.9 2016-03-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH9114_477793.jpg FA makes £8m commitment to grassroots pitch improvements Kelly Simmons said that 30,000 people responded to the FA's pitch provision survey in January http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sportscotland-Community-Sports-Hubs-Scotland-Jamie-Hepburn-funding-facilities/322601 monthly 0.9 2016-03-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH9108_131190.jpg Sportscotland to spend £6m on 50 Community Sports Hubs The hubs were described as an 'innovative' approach to the development of sport by sports minister Jamie Hepburn http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/soothe-massage-on-demand-london/322591 monthly 0.9 2016-03-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH9098_737021.jpg Massage firm Soothe expands into Europe Soothe founder Merlin Kauffman http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Rugby-Bill-Beaumont-World-Rugby-Rugby-Football-Union/322586 monthly 0.9 2016-03-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH9091_44047.jpg Bill Beaumont poised to be elected World Rugby chair Bill Beaumont is expected to be voted in to the role during an 11 May Council meeting in Dublin http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Massage-company-franchise-charlie-thompson-UK-Surrey-massage/322332 monthly 0.9 2016-03-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH8836_449131.jpg New massage franchise venture to debut in Surrey, UK Elliot Walker, commercial director and co-founder, John Holman, director of spa training and Charlie Thompson, operations director and co-founder http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Aromaworks-spa-Aylesbury-UK/322494 monthly 0.9 2016-03-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH9008_642697.jpg Aromaworks to launch flagship day spa The full range of AromaWorks treatments will be available within the spa, as well as waxing and nail treatments http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/sportscotland-Living-Wage-quango-sport-funding/322548 monthly 0.9 2016-03-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH9058_995253.jpg Living Wage commitment made by sportscotland Stewart Harris (right) said the commitment would enhance sportscotland's reputation as an employer of choice http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Olympic-Stadium-Premier-League-West-Ham-United-football-Populous/322539 monthly 0.9 2016-03-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH132827_515618.jpg West Ham eyes Olympic Stadium capacity expansion West Ham United will move into the stadium in time for the start of the 2016/17 season http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Events-Sebastian-Coe-John-Whittingdale-Telegraph-Eddie-Jones-Rugby-World-Cup/322519 monthly 0.9 2016-03-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH9031_642303.jpg Seb Coe and John Whittingdale to speak at Telegraph sport conference IAAF president Sebastian Coe will address delegates at the conference http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Scott-Niven-Bannatyne-Group-Duncan-Bannatyne/322476 monthly 0.9 2016-03-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH8978_149344.jpg Scott Niven appointed to drive new Bannatyne fitness strategy Niven will be charged with continuing the fitness aspects of Bannatyne’s upmarket repositioning strategy http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Football-League-One-Scunthorpe-United-North-Lincolnshire-Council-development-leisure/322459 monthly 0.9 2016-03-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH8968_569521.jpg Scunthorpe United receives stadium green light as part of £1.2bn regeneration project The stadium will form part of a larger development project which will include 6,000 houses and man-made lakes and beaches http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Technology-UK-Sport-British-Cycling-Rio-2016-Olympics-cycling-innovation-BAE-Systems/322457 monthly 0.9 2016-03-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH8962_349387.jpg BAE Systems develops advanced ergometer for Team GB cyclists EIS biomechanist Paul Barratt said the ergometer would ensure the athletes performed 'at their most competitive' at the Rio 2016 Olympics http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Premier-League-football-Arsenal-Football-Supporters-Federation-fans-tickets/322452 monthly 0.9 2016-03-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH7561_537602.jpg Premier League clubs cap away ticket prices The FSF launched the Twenty's Plenty campaign in 2013 to lobby against high away ticket prices http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Football-Gareth-Southgate-UK-Sport-coaching/322430 monthly 0.9 2016-03-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH8930_804935.jpg UK Sport enrolls 11 elite coaches onto its Elite Programme The coaches will take part in the individualised, interchangeable programme for three years http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/NHS-fund-£600m-Simon-Stevens-national-incentive-fund/322372 monthly 0.9 2016-03-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH8869_603621.jpg New £600m NHS fund to get staff fit Fitness classes, running clubs and team sports have been put forward as suggestions for boosting workplace wellness http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/London-Ushvani-Spa-Hormonal-yoga-international-womens-day/321809 monthly 0.9 2016-02-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH8243_253941.jpg London’s Ushvani Spa celebrates International Women’s Day with hormonal yoga workshop The workshop will focus on a woman’s innate strength and power http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Cricket-ECB-T20-Blast-County-Cricket/322359 monthly 0.9 2016-03-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH8860_149128.jpg ECB cuts number of county cricket fixtures The T20 Blast will take place in July and August to be more accessible to a family audience http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Football-IFAB-FIFA-technology-video-referee/322310 monthly 0.9 2016-03-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH367813_139398.jpg Football associations green light video referee experiment IFAB's Annual General Meeting took place in Cardiff http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Design-Cold-Water-Islands-Tourism-Conference-Isle-of-Arran-Visit-Scotland-Europe/322150 monthly 0.9 2016-03-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH8614_504486.jpg Design on the agenda for Cold Water Islands Tourism Conference Many of the North Atlantic’s islands, such as Arran, are aiming to pool common experiences of cold water tourism http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Boutique-fitness-London-Heartcore-Barry’s-Bootcamp-Frame-Fitness-SoulCycle-/322149 monthly 0.9 2016-03-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Boutique studio boom set to spread beyond London Heartcore co-founder Brian Schuring says expansion beyond the capital is a natural progression for boutique operators http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/CLAD-concepts-OMA-fashion-architecture-design-art-New-York/322285 monthly 0.9 2016-03-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH8782_750343.jpg Our concepts of the week: OMA reveal previously unseen fashion show concepts Stepped concentric circles create a unique space for fashion shows, with the audience depicted sitting on the steps while models walk around the rings http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Rugby-World-Rugby-RFU-Bill-Beaumont-election-governance/322263 monthly 0.9 2016-03-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH8757_228007.jpg Player welfare and union investment at the heart of Beaumont’s election pitch Bill Beaumont has been chair of the Rugby Football Union since 2012 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Fitness-Schwinn-Bestival-Revolution-Ride-Tim-Weeks/322202 monthly 0.9 2016-03-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH8678_156245.jpg Rock’n’roll fitness: Schwinn to set pulses racing at Bestival Festival-goers get into the swing of things at last year's event http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/sportscotland-Commonwealth-Games-Olympic-Games/322241 monthly 0.9 2016-03-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH8731_694548.jpg Sportscotland sets aside £192k athlete fund for 2018 Commonwealth and Winter Olympic Games Mike Whittingham (centre) with Stephanie Kernachan and Reece McFadden, who won a bronze medal in boxing at the 2014 Glasgow Commonwealth Games http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Duncan-Bannatyne-promotions-Justin-Musgrove-Ken-Campling-Anthony-Elliott-The-Bannatyne-Group/322187 monthly 0.9 2016-03-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH8647_937700.jpg Bannatyne rewards loyalty with promotions for top team (L-R) Ken Campling, Justin Musgrove and Anthony Elliott have all been promoted http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Hotel-expansion-restaurant-Celtic-Manor-Richard-Davies-Wales-Hilton-Newport/322195 monthly 0.9 2016-03-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH8672_687926.jpg Hotel expansion and new restaurant for Celtic Manor The Ryder Cup venue is adding greater capacity and a new restaurant helmed by Richard Davies http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Macdonald-Hotels-spa-therapists-reward-programme/321996 monthly 0.9 2016-02-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH8456_838751.jpg Macdonald Hotels launches therapist reward programme Therapists will receive points based on the customer feedback, and a monthly, quarterly half-year and annual awards scheme will be celebrated by the spa teams http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/David-Cameron-international-visitors-England-regional-tourism-VisitBritain/322158 monthly 0.9 2016-03-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH8620_994269.jpg Boost for Cameron as regional tourism stats show steady growth David Cameron wants to rebalance the economy to make sure the benefits of tourism are felt right across the country http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Rugby-RFU-CBRE-participation-schools-commercial-funding/322103 monthly 0.9 2016-02-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH8577_875854.jpg RFU extends partnership around participation programme In 2014/15, the All Schools programme contributed to 130,000 new students taking part in rugby http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/European-Union-Brexit-referendum-sport-Sport-and-Recreation-Alliance-David-Cameron-Emma-Boggis-Sports-Think-Tank-Andy-Reed/322067 monthly 0.9 2016-02-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH8542_696611.jpg Brexit could increase equipment costs and limit sports funding Grassroots sport could be affected by the lack of formal trade agreements said Boggis http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Health-and-Fitness-Omnibus-Survey-HAFOS-exercise-physical-activity-Mike-Hill-Leisure-net/321953 monthly 0.9 2016-02-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH636958_853482.jpg ‘Greater public understanding’ of links between activity and health The findings suggest that the growing momentum behind tackling physical activity may be beginning to nudge the needle http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/World-Cup-FIFA-Russia-Qatar-UKTI-football-facilities-business-infrastructure/321993 monthly 0.9 2016-02-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH8447_334299.jpg Winning sport-related business in Russia and Qatar 'a challenge' for British firms UKTI's Aizaz Thapur (left) and Taissia Zelenkova 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http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH986376_861398.jpg New Bristol Rovers owners await stadium appeal The club will find out in March if its appeal to build the UWE Stadium has been successful http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Oxygen-Freejumping-David-Stalker-Fred-Turok-Beechbrook-Capital/321897 monthly 0.9 2016-02-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH80861_346798.jpg Oxygen Freejumping targets 30 sites by 2018 after £10m funding boost The debut Oxygen site in West Acton, London, has made a big impression http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Football-Bolton-Wanderers-Wigan-Athletic-training-ground-Championship-League-One/321893 monthly 0.9 2016-02-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH8335_856880.jpg Debt-ridden Bolton Wanderers sells training ground to Wigan Athletic Wigan chair David Sharpe said the acquisition of the 'high quality' training ground was integral to the club's future http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Xercise4Less-flood-Yorkshire-Carnegie-Kevin-Sinfield/321874 monthly 0.9 2016-02-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Flood-ravaged Xercise4Less flagship fights back to full fitness The low cost operator’s Xercise4Less Leeds site was swamped with more than 4ft of water on Boxing Day 2015 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/IAU-World-24-Hour-Championships-Belfast-bidding-event-development/321840 monthly 0.9 2016-02-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH8281_428131.jpg Belfast wins right to host the IAU World 24-Hour Championships Ed Smith was the chair behind the winning bid for Belfast http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Even-Hotels-wellness-pittsburgh-eugene-Oregon-Houston-/321793 monthly 0.9 2016-02-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH8215_633124.jpg Even to open three more US properties Even currently has three properties open, including its flagship New York Times Square South hotel http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/David-Lloyd-Leisure-DLL-expansion-Glasgow/321790 monthly 0.9 2016-02-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH8214_934788.jpg David Lloyd cranks up expansion with new £10m Glasgow club The new club is situated next to the picturesque Rouken Glen Park http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Premium-London-chain-Third-Space-Tower-Bridge-health-club-gym-chain-Colin-Waggett-SparcStudio/321782 monthly 0.9 2016-02-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH8199_951551.jpg Third Space unveils wellness-focused London health club On the wellness side, the club contains a range of thermal experiences and a dramatic black swimming pool http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Local-authority-Cheshire-West-and-Chester-Council-pitches-facilities/321774 monthly 0.9 2016-02-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH8193_246608.jpg Chester Council asks residents to 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http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH8138_296108.jpg Martin St Quinton acquires controlling stake in Gloucester Rugby St Quinton took his original 25 per cent stake in the club in October 2008 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Healthy-living-ageing-population-life-expectancy-PHE-Public-Health-England/321673 monthly 0.9 2016-02-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH8043_793612.jpg Healthy living key as life expectancy increases: PHE The fact older people are living for much longer offers a multitude of opportunities for physical activity providers to help maintain health and mobility http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Rugby-Bath-Rugby-redevelopment-Recreation-Ground-capacity/321649 monthly 0.9 2016-02-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH8012_437263.jpg Bath allowed to increase Recreation Ground capacity Bath now has a four-year consent window to submit full redevelopment plans to the council http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Disability-sport-survey-WheelPower-Sport-England/321643 monthly 0.9 2016-02-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH8006_608931.jpg WheelPower launches strategy-shaping survey for disability sport The survey will aim to find out the extent to which wheelchair users take part in sport, as well as barriers to participation http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Netball-Celtic-Dragons-Hertfordshire-Mavericks-Yorkshire-Jets-Loughborough-Lightning-Manchester-Thunder-Team-Bath-Surrey-Storm/321569 monthly 0.9 2016-02-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH7951_868547.jpg Franchises asked to bid for Netball Superleague place Surrey Storm won the Superleague in 2015 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/David-Cameron-football-Liverpool-Premier-League-Clive-Efford/321582 monthly 0.9 2016-02-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH426330_260385.jpg David Cameron: 'I will look 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http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH7907_815190.jpg English rugby takes a crash course on concussion Mike Brown suffered concussion during a Six Nations match against Wales last year http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Football-pitches-Derby-County-the-Championship/321480 monthly 0.9 2016-02-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH7861_811725.jpg Derby County signs multi-million pound deal for six SISGRASS pitches The iPro Stadium, formerly known as Pride Park, opened in 1997 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sol-Campbell-Denise-Lewis-diversity-sport-football-FA-Premier-League-FIFA-Sporting-Equals-BEDSA-2016-Awards/321457 monthly 0.9 2016-02-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH7832_757895.jpg Sol Campbell would 'love to help' football authorities diversify Campbell said the football authorities needed people who 'thought ahead of the curve' http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/SAPCA-Chris-Trickey/321478 monthly 0.9 2016-02-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH7860_820447.jpg Body to explore individual membership structure SAPCA chief executive Chris Trickey said individual membership would lead to a better educational programme and knowledge-sharing capabilities http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Netball-walking-netball-walking-football-England-Netball-Football-Association-Age-UK/321405 monthly 0.9 2016-02-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH7778_962775.jpg England Netball launches walking version to boost accessibility Walking netball will be rolled out in September following trials starting in April http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Olympics-BBC-Discovery-Communications-broadcasting/321344 monthly 0.9 2016-02-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH7717_449801.jpg BBC secures 2022 and 2024 Olympic coverage Around 50m tuned in to the BBC to watch the 2012 London Olympic Games http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sport-Tracey-Crouch-David-Evennett-parliament-House-of-Commons/321299 monthly 0.9 2016-02-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH81267_268089.jpg David Evennett picks up temporary DCMS sports brief David Evennett will remain as a government whip during his temporary tenure http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/David-Cameron-support-package-tourism-floods-north-of-England/321291 monthly 0.9 2016-02-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH426330_260385.jpg David Cameron unveils support package to boost tourism across flood-hit north David Cameron is eager to boost regional tourism and entice UK visitors to explore beyond London http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Commonwealth-Games-Northern-Ireland-/321275 monthly 0.9 2016-02-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH7621_404560.jpg Commonwealth Youth Games heading to Northern Ireland Ben Fisher and Lydia Mills (centre) made up part of Northern Ireland's team for the 2015 Commonwealth Youth Games in Samoa http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Chinese-tourists-tourism-initiatives-VisitBritain-David-Cameron/321274 monthly 0.9 2016-02-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH499557_73271.jpg Chinese tourists visiting UK up 40 per cent Chinese tourists typically spend four times more than the average visitor to the UK http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/App-Find-A-Player-sport-technology/321247 monthly 0.9 2016-01-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH7606_86603.jpg Tinder for sport? Player database app gets £150k funding Find A Player will allow captains and coaches the chance to find player replacements at short notice http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Football-Bolton-Wanderers-Football-Club-Championship/321239 monthly 0.9 2016-01-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH37575_370861.jpg Bolton Wanderers supporters make move to buy the club The supporters trust is rounding up support from local businesses and institutions to buy the club http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Premier-League-football-Arsenal-Aston-Villa-Chelsea-Everton-Leicester-City-Liverpool-Manchester-United-Newcastle-United-Tottenham-Hotspur/321200 monthly 0.9 2016-01-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH7561_537602.jpg Fans lobby Premier League clubs for ticket price freeze and increased away supporters subsidy The Twenty's Plenty campaign claims Premier League clubs should cap away ticket prices at £20 each http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Football-Association-football-Gregg-Dyke-England-FA-Council/321225 monthly 0.9 2016-01-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH7596_490475.jpg FA chair Greg Dyke steps down over reform opposition Dyke said the reforms he wanted would have faced a 'fight' from the FA Council http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Cricket-rugby-league-rugby-union-Leeds-Rhinos-Yorkshire-County-Cricket-Club-redevelopment/321178 monthly 0.9 2016-01-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH7533_513537.jpg Headingley redevelopment plans to be unveiled to the public An artist's impression of the rugby stadium's redeveloped North Stand http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Joanne-McCue-Bannatyne-boutique-fitness-north-east-WattFitness-Teeside/321117 monthly 0.9 2016-01-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH7477_142017.jpg Joanne McCue Bannatyne bringing boutique fitness to the north east Joanne McCue Bannatyne runs a string of CrossFit clubs across the north east http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-Sport-Rio-2016-Olympics-athletics-cycling-gymnastics-Simon-Timson/321116 monthly 0.9 2016-01-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH59355_789608.jpg Team GB on course for record Olympic medals haul, says UK Sport Team GB won 65 medals in 2012 and 47 medals at the Beijing 2008 Olympics http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Football-Football-Foundation-FA-Premier-League-grassroots-facilities-3G-pitches/321065 monthly 0.9 2016-01-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH7453_274998.jpg Football Foundation helped grassroots facilities to £47m facelift in 2015 Funds went towards the creation of 44 3G pitches in 2015 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Disney-fitness-app-kids-active-Citrus-Suite-ukactive-Steven-Ward/321055 monthly 0.9 2016-01-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Disney working on 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http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Andrew-Stokes-Marketing-Manchester-British-Tourist-Authority-BTA-VisitEngland-VisitBritain-Sally-Balcombe/321024 monthly 0.9 2016-01-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ British Tourist Authority brings in Andrew Stokes to oversee £40m Discover England fund In his role as director, England, Stokes will lead on the development and delivery of the £40m ‘Discover England Fund’ http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-Sport-#EveryRoadtoRio-athletics-para-sport-London-2012-Rio-2016/321007 monthly 0.9 2016-01-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH7369_929047.jpg #EveryRoadtoRio events contribute £21m to UK economy in 2015 Over 250,000 spectators turned out for the events in 2015 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UKAD-doping-WADA-RUSADA-David-Howman-John-Whittingdale-Pippa-Britton-Trevor-Pearce-Sarah-Winckless-Olympic/320993 monthly 0.9 2016-01-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH7356_415276.jpg UK Anti-Doping poised to oversee suspended Russia’s drug-testing operations David Howman said clean athletes and the public expected 'a quality testing programme' for Russian athletes http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/GLL-Better-Gym-Stratford-east-London-2012-Games-Olympic-Village-Technogym-Createability/320915 monthly 0.9 2016-01-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH519831_343682.jpg GLL opens £900,000 Better Gym Stratford at former Olympic Village The fitness facility features 130 Technogym stations http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/ukactive-Right-Directions-health-and-safety-compliance-leisure-stricter-sentencing-guidelines/320920 monthly 0.9 2016-01-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH245494_469816.jpg Safety compliance is paramount ahead of stricter sentencing guidelines, warns ukactive Recent reports have found that accidents are more likely to 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http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Rugby-League-World-Cup-David-Collier-George-Osborne-England/320827 monthly 0.9 2016-01-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH166962_281427.jpg RLIF sets timescale for 2021 World Cup bidding process Australia won its 10th World Cup title in 2013 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/match-fixing-Association-of-Tennis-Professionals-Women’s-Tennis-Association-Grand-Slam-Board-International-Tennis-Federation-Chris-Kermode-/320813 monthly 0.9 2016-01-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH350861_148320.jpg Match-fixing not covered up, say tennis authorities ATP chief Kermode said 'no player was immune' from investigation http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/exercise-equivalent-RSPH-ukactive-labelling-obesity-food-and-drink-physical-activity/320781 monthly 0.9 2016-01-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH88522_805644.jpg Health experts call for 'exercise equivalent' to feature on snack labels ukactive executive director Steven Ward said the positive reinforcement may be more effective in getting people active http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/truGym-gym-chain-trampoline-trampoline-park-Leeds-Jump-Arena-Parm-Singh/320763 monthly 0.9 2016-01-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH249934_31391.jpg truGym team make leap into trampoline sector The new leisure venture, called Jump Arena, recently launched its first indoor trampoline park in Leeds city centre http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/LiveWire-Warrington-Technogym-functional-fitness-leisure-centres/320723 monthly 0.9 2016-01-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH333445_222668.jpg LiveWire leads £1m functional fitness facelift of Warrington gyms All four sites are now offering members a new timetable of short 20-minute functional workouts on the gym floor http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Wimbledon-Association-of-Tennis-Professionals-Chris-Kermode/320746 monthly 0.9 2016-01-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif ATP set to launch new grass tournament before Wimbledon The grass tournament will launch in the week before Wimbledon 2017, coinciding with Nottingham's Aegon Open http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/British-Military-Fitness-Blacks-Outdoor-Retail-Harry-Sowerby-Royal-British-Legion-Major-Series/320689 monthly 0.9 2016-01-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH720205_857473.jpg British Military Fitness joins ranks with Blacks Outdoor Retail The tie-up between two champions of outdoor life is the latest example of fitness business joining forces with synergistic brands to drive participation http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Xercise4Less-i-motion-gym-Gareth-Evans-Nikolaj-Dockree-gym-chain/320693 monthly 0.9 2016-01-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Former Xercise4Less property director to drive i-motion gym expansion i-motion expects Nikolaj Dockree to help drive significant expansion, with plans to reach 20 sites in the next two to three years http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Big-Lottery-Fund-pledges-£500k-to-sport-and-loneliness-foundation/320630 monthly 0.9 2016-01-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH370915_402886.jpg Big Lottery Fund pledges £500k to sport and loneliness foundation The foundation uses iconic imagery, video and audio to tackle loneliness and dementia http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Andy-Murray-raises-£83k-for-Syrian-children/320610 monthly 0.9 2016-01-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH43266_924783.jpg Andy Murray raises £83k for Syrian children Murray's donations were matched by the Lawn Tennis Association and the Association of Professional Tennis http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-Athletics-manifesto:-Trust-in-athletics-at-its-lowest-point-in-decades/320598 monthly 0.9 2016-01-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif UK Athletics manifesto: Trust in athletics at its 'lowest point in decades' Chair Ed Warner said only 'radical reform' would increase trust in athletics http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sport-Ireland-Ireland-Sport-Dublin/320578 monthly 0.9 2016-01-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH330482_193685.jpg Dublin’s €4m High Performance Sports Centre to open next month Sport Ireland offered members of the media a preview of the centre, which opens in February http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Spa-training-beauty-training-UK-training-news/320524 monthly 0.9 2016-01-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH897227_439872.jpg Lifetime Training adding new beauty therapy diplomas Initially the courses will be offered through Lifetime Beauty Academies in Birmingham, Manchester and Brentwood, with a wider rollout to cities such as London and Liverpool later this year http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Anti-doping-budget-doubled-and-constitution-rewritten-as-part-of-IAAF-future-blueprint/320479 monthly 0.9 2016-01-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif Anti-doping budget doubled and constitution rewritten as part of IAAF future blueprint Coe said the principles of his vision would attract more young people to athletics http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sport_prominent_in_New_Year_Honours_list/320375 monthly 0.9 2016-01-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH421962_346442.jpg Sport prominent in New Year Honours list Heather Rabbatts, the FA's only female board member, was recognised for services to football and equality http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Leicester_hailed_as_UK’s_most_active_city_for_gym_visits/320360 monthly 0.9 2016-01-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif Leicester hailed as UK’s most active city for gym visits According to the report, residents in Leicester use the gym eight times a month on average http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Brits_will_pile_on_more_than_300,000,000lbs_this_Christmas_–_see_a_live_count_here/320349 monthly 0.9 2015-12-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Brits will pile on more than 300,000,000lbs this Christmas – see a live count here It's hard to resist the midwinter lure of the calories http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Coventry_City_extends_Ricoh_Arena_stay_to_2018/320311 monthly 0.9 2015-12-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH86624_292253.jpg Coventry City extends Ricoh Arena stay to 2018 Coventry City returned to the Ricoh Arena in August 2014 after a season playing at Sixfields http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Everton_poised_for_£200m_US_takeover/320304 monthly 0.9 2015-12-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH561358_773628.jpg Everton poised for £200m US takeover The club is hoping to build a new stadium to replace the ageing Goodison Park http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK_Sport_funding:_Data_management_firm_to_aid_bodys_investment_decisions/320280 monthly 0.9 2015-12-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH281626_678728.jpg UK Sport funding: Data management firm to aid body's investment decisions All sports will be analysed in the run-up to the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/John_Lewis_dismisses_reports_of_planned_gym_concept/320191 monthly 0.9 2015-12-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH377051_286240.jpg John Lewis dismisses reports of planned gym concept John Lewis had been linked to an in-store gym concept http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/London_spa_offering_male_yoga_workshops/320248 monthly 0.9 2015-12-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH738161_673919.jpg London spa offering male yoga workshops Areas focused on will include hamstrings, calves, hip flexors, quadriceps, shoulders and pectorals http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/ICC_World_Cup_prize_money_highlights_gender_disparity_/320246 monthly 0.9 2015-12-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH745617_878732.jpg ICC World Cup prize money highlights gender disparity Male teams will benefit from a prize fund of $5.6m for next year's tournament http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Bannatyne_Group_heads_upmarket_with_major_refurb_and_new_philosophy/320200 monthly 0.9 2015-12-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif Bannatyne Group heads upmarket with major refurb and new philosophy The company has a new top team in place – helmed by managing director Justin Musgrove – which is committed to leading the business into a new era http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/DCMS_under_fire_over_tourism_strategy_‘U_turn’/320186 monthly 0.9 2015-12-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH6601_302233.jpg DCMS under fire over tourism strategy ‘U-turn’ Tourism minister Tracey Crouch said VisitEngland and VisitBritain must work towards the same goal to further grow the visitor economy http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Wasps_eyes_further_expansion_with_training_ground_and_leisure_facility_/320118 monthly 0.9 2015-12-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH307754_809943.jpg Wasps eyes further expansion with training ground and leisure facility 'David Armstrong (centre-left) wants to "futureproof' Wasps for the next 100 years http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Fusion_Lifestyle_heads_north_to_save_historic_Newcastle_leisure_complex/320041 monthly 0.9 2015-12-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH6530_892726.jpg Fusion Lifestyle heads north to save historic Newcastle leisure complex The Grade II listed complex, built in 1928 to serve the population of Newcastle upon Tyne, was shut in 2013 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Aberdeen_earmarks_2019-20_for_new_stadium/320080 monthly 0.9 2015-12-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif Aberdeen earmarks 2019/20 for new stadium Revised stadium plans incorporate an academy and a new transport strategy http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Beauty_academy_rebrands_after_confusion_with_terrorist_organisation/320093 monthly 0.9 2015-12-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH133787_973201.jpg Beauty academy rebrands after confusion with terrorist organisation The academy was previously named for the Egyptian goddess of rebirth, who was known for empowering women through teaching them skills and knowledge to become independent http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/RFU_tackles_weather_woes_with_£57m_investment_in_100_artificial_pitches_/320055 monthly 0.9 2015-12-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH714000_148962.jpg RFU tackles weather woes with £57m investment in 100 artificial pitches Artificial pitches are being built to avoid weather-related match postponements http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Euro_2016_poised_for_goal_line_technology/320069 monthly 0.9 2015-12-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH6459_838617.jpg Euro 2016 poised for goal-line technology The Premier League has been using goal-line technology since 2013 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK_leisure_spending_to_break_£80bn_barrier_this_year/320038 monthly 0.9 2015-12-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH57017_298485.jpg UK leisure spending to break £80bn barrier this year Music festivals such as Glastonbury have contributed to the major growth in live music spending over the past five years http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/The_latest_edition_of_CLADmag_is_available_now/320060 monthly 0.9 2015-12-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ The latest edition of CLADmag is available now The latest issue of CLADmag is published today http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Tourism_boss_blasts_government_over_airport_expansion_inertia/320018 monthly 0.9 2015-12-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif Travel boss blasts government over airport expansion inertia Expansion of airport capacity in south east England is key to ensuring continued growth for the tourism industry http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Elemis_opens_training_centre_in_Birmingham/320005 monthly 0.9 2015-12-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH6433_263673.jpg Elemis opens training centre in Birmingham The training centre teaches technology, hands-on treatments, understanding the strengths of great actives and formulation, knowledge of consultation, client retention and closing of a sale http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Merton_Council_signs_off_AFC_Wimbledon_stadium_plans/319989 monthly 0.9 2015-12-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH88562_720149.jpg Merton Council signs off AFC Wimbledon stadium plans The development will include a 20,000 capacity stadium and 602 residential homes http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/West_London_private_school_invests_in_£14m_leisure_facility/319977 monthly 0.9 2015-12-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH6424_28043.jpg West London private school invests in £14m leisure facility The spacious new gym features a range of Precor fitness equipment http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Winter_break_and_League_Cup_bonus_points_part_of_Scottish_football_revamp/319923 monthly 0.9 2015-12-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH242140_529338.jpg Winter break and League Cup bonus points part of Scottish football revamp Celtic won the last League Cup before the format reshuffle http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/England’s_Ramside_adds_outdoor_spa_garden,_two_pools/319825 monthly 0.9 2015-12-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH385202_322341.jpg England’s Ramside adds outdoor spa garden, two pools The Spa at Ramside Hall Hotel in Durham, UK has added an outdoor spa garden and vitality pool http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Tracey_Crouch_appointed_to_Wada_board/319887 monthly 0.9 2015-12-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif Tracey Crouch appointed to Wada board Crouch becomes part of Wada's council of EU representatives http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/IAAF_launches_World_Indoor_Tour/319883 monthly 0.9 2015-12-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH319371_495315.jpg IAAF launches World Indoor Tour Each World Indoor Tour meeting will stage at least 12 disciplines http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Bear-Grylls-and-Downton-Abbey-star-in-new-VisitBritain-tourism-magazine/319829 monthly 0.9 2015-12-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH924600_653527.jpg Bear Grylls and Downton Abbey star in new VisitBritain tourism magazine Adventurer Bear Grylls is the star of VisitBritain's new magazine promoting UK tourism http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sport-England-offers-tips-on-how-to-save-under-threat-facilities/319800 monthly 0.9 2015-12-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH906064_516609.jpg Sport England offers tips on how to save under-threat facilities ACV status allows clubs to bid for facilities when they are put up for sale http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/FA-technical-director:-England-can-win-2022-World-Cup/319838 monthly 0.9 2015-12-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ FA technical director: England can win 2022 World Cup Dan Ashworth highlighted player education, the implementation of specialist coaches and the national training centre as 'catalysts' towards tournament success http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/The-Original-Bowling-Company-takeover-of-Bowlplex-wins-CMA-approval/319831 monthly 0.9 2015-12-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH951233_184097.jpg The Original Bowling Company takeover of Bowlplex wins CMA approval The deal sees the operator behind the Hollywood Bowl brand take its total number of nationwide bowling centres to 54 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Administration-threatened-Bolton-courted-by-new-owners/319790 monthly 0.9 2015-12-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH37575_370861.jpg Administration-threatened Bolton courted by new owners The Macron Stadium is the home of Bolton Wanderers FC http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Seb-Coe:-Athletics-at-a-crossroads/319740 monthly 0.9 2015-12-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif Seb Coe: Athletics at a crossroads Coe became the IAAF's president in August 2015 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Grassroots-football-campaigner-calls-for-levy-on-agents’-fees/319723 monthly 0.9 2015-12-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif Grassroots football campaigner calls for levy on agents’ fees A 10 per cent levy would help improve grassroots facilities around the country, according to Saunders http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Craig-Potter-joins-YMCA-Awards-as-head-of-commercial/319717 monthly 0.9 2015-12-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH361289_77566.jpg Craig Potter joins YMCA Awards as head of commercial Rob May (left) and Craig Potter want to harness technology to reach learners in new ways http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Glasgow’s-Crossbasket-Castle-undergoes-£9m-conversion-into-period-hotel/319635 monthly 0.9 2015-11-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH870449_667688.jpg Glasgow’s Crossbasket Castle undergoes £9m conversion into period hotel Husband and wife team the Timoneys have invested more than £9m restoring the building to its former glory http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Bristol-Arena-proposals-submitted-to-the-council/319671 monthly 0.9 2015-12-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Bristol Arena proposals submitted to the council The proposal includes a solar panelled roof and a perforated steel upper facade http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Record-RFU-revenues-contribute-to-increased-grassroots-investment/319683 monthly 0.9 2015-12-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Record RFU revenues contribute to increased grassroots investment RFU's revenue soared despite England's poor showing at the 2015 Rugby World Cup http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Circuit-of-Wales-racing-site-on-track-after-government-decision/319647 monthly 0.9 2015-11-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH289051_229785.jpg Circuit of Wales racing site on track after government decision The £315m project will take over 830 acres of Blaenau Gwent http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Arsenal-FC-to-launch-soccer-schools-in-China/319616 monthly 0.9 2015-11-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH494652_27292.jpg Arsenal FC to launch soccer schools in China Arsenal will send club coaches to China to deliver sessions at selected schools http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Wasps’-Ricoh-Arena-to-host-next-three-Rugby-Expo/319577 monthly 0.9 2015-11-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH307754_809943.jpg Wasps’ Ricoh Arena to host next three Rugby Expo David Armstrong (centre-left) is 'excited' about growing Rugby Expo at the Ricoh http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Shakespeare’s-England-names-new-CEO-ahead-of-Bard’s-400th-anniversary/319511 monthly 0.9 2015-11-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH35735_737951.jpg Shakespeare’s England names new CEO ahead of Bard’s 400th anniversary Helen Peters, formerly deputy director of tourism for Bicester Village, will take over from outgoing head Robin Tjolle http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-Sport-gets-surprise-29-per-cent-budget-boost/319515 monthly 0.9 2015-11-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ UK Sport gets surprise 29 per cent budget boost to go for Olympic gold UK Sport chair Rod Carr has played a blinder http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Cricket-attendances-hit-18-year-high/319462 monthly 0.9 2015-11-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH5193_854225.jpg Cricket attendances hit 18-year high The number of spectators to English and Welsh cricket matches rose 11% to 2.33m http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Northampton-Town-FC-owner-announcement-coincides-with-police-investigation/319452 monthly 0.9 2015-11-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH618001_205219.jpg Northampton Town FC owner announcement coincides with police investigation Police issued a warrant at Sixfields to investigated "alleged financial irregularities" http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Aberdeen-FC-inches-closer-to-new-home-after-strong-financial-performance/319434 monthly 0.9 2015-11-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif Aberdeen FC inches closer to new home after strong financial performance Club chair Stewart Milne http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Spurs-appoints-Mace-as-pre-construction-partners/319410 monthly 0.9 2015-11-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH802644_23423.jpg Spurs appoints Mace as pre-construction partners The 61,000-stadium will be built alongside 579 homes and a 180-room hotel http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Elemis-breaks-records-at-QVC-UK/319383 monthly 0.9 2015-11-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH373008_626920.jpg Elemis breaks records at QVC UK Elemis used QVC for the global launch of a new Sweet Orchard fragrance, which will only be available at QVC UK until May 2016 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Average-Airbnb-listing-in-London-‘more-expensive-than-hotels’ /319309 monthly 0.9 2015-11-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH914651_350922.jpg Average Airbnb listing in London ‘more expensive than hotels’ Analysts said that one of the main drivers of Airbnb’s rapid growth has been the ease with which new listings can enter the market http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/AFC-Wimbledon-sells-Kingsmeadow-stadium-to-Chelsea/319302 monthly 0.9 2015-11-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH420717_312713.jpg AFC Wimbledon sells Kingsmeadow stadium to Chelsea The Cherry Red Records has been home to AFC Wimbledon since 2002 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Social-media-a-‘powerful-global-influencer’-for-tourism/319248 monthly 0.9 2015-11-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH499557_73271.jpg Social media a ‘powerful global influencer’ for tourism Photos of famous landmarks uploaded to social media help persuade users' friends to visit that country, notes the report http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/The-Good-Spa-Guide-names-UK’s-best-spas/319151 monthly 0.9 2015-11-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH35084_542002.jpg The Good Spa Guide names UK’s best spas Terry Kelly, Golf and Spa Manager at the Roe Park Resort, pictured with the award for Best spa in Northern Ireland http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/I’m-in!-Duncan-Bannatyne-heads-Down-Under-for-TV-show-I’m-a-Celebrity…/319097 monthly 0.9 2015-11-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif I’m in! Duncan Bannatyne heads Down Under for TV show I’m a Celebrity… Duncan Bannatyne will face a series of tough tasks in the jungle http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Voya-names-Higgs-national-educator-and-promoter/319020 monthly 0.9 2015-11-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH57006_132233.jpg Voya names Higgs national educator and promoter Joanne Higgs http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/-Franklin-named-spa-manager-at-luxury-castle-hotel-Swinton-Park/319017 monthly 0.9 2015-11-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH479911_78880.jpg Franklin named spa manager at luxury castle hotel Swinton Park Emma Franklin http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/‘The-ultimate-in-multi-tasking-and-relaxation’:-Parents-spa-while-kids-climb-the-high-ropes-at-N.-Ireland-adventure-centre/319015 monthly 0.9 2015-11-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH115175_602875.jpg Parents spa while kids climb the high ropes at N. Ireland adventure centre Parents can check children five years and older into the Adventure Centre and then check themselves into the spa http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Leisure-entrepreneur-to-sell-fitness-equipment-by-blind-auction/318782 monthly 0.9 2015-10-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Leisure entrepreneur to sell fitness equipment by blind auction Daniel Jones previously worked at both Safe Space Lockers and Physique Sports as sales director http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/First-spa-apprentices-take-part-in-learning-‘The-Macdonald-Way’-/318528 monthly 0.9 2015-10-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH590920_713405.jpg First spa apprentices take part in learning ‘The Macdonald Way’ The apprentices attended a two-day interactive induction workshop at the Macdonald Craxton Wood Hotel and Spa http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-indie-budget-gym-aims-to-be-‘first-of-many’/318727 monthly 0.9 2015-10-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH434125_968939.jpg New indie budget gym aims to be ‘first of many’ Mike Walker designed GymFit4Less to be 'welcoming and accessible' to both beginners and more experienced customers http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-banking-on-Chinese-tourism-with-new-visa-extension/318722 monthly 0.9 2015-10-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH499557_73271.jpg UK banking on Chinese tourism with new visa extension Chinese tourists spend four times more than the average visitor to the UK http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/George-Osborne’s-business-rates-reshuffle-will-create-‘fragmented-and-patchy’-tourism-landscape/318686 monthly 0.9 2015-10-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH581637_611819.jpg George Osborne’s business rates reshuffle will create ‘fragmented and patchy’ tourism landscape George Osborne's changes to business rates will have ‘profound implications’ for tourism http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Alastair-Campbell-to-speak-at-sports-leadership-convention/318630 monthly 0.9 2015-10-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH409502_456554.jpg Alastair Campbell to speak at sports leadership convention Alastair Campbell, the former director of communications and strategy for Tony Blair's Labour government, will be among the speakers http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-hotels-rated-‘highest-in-Europe’-for-good-customer-service/318603 monthly 0.9 2015-10-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif UK hotels rated ‘highest in Europe’ for good customer service British service was described as 'formal and polite' by 35 per cent of respondents http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Folklore-inspired-spa-debuts-in-13th-century-Irish-castle/318547 monthly 0.9 2015-10-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH100879_205879.jpg Folklore-inspired spa debuts in 13th century Irish castle A Tree of Life mural, by South African mosaic artist Jane Du Rand, stretches across an entire wall of the pool area http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Southend-United-reveals-21,000-seat-stadium-plans/318520 monthly 0.9 2015-10-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH246591_182519.jpg Southend United reveals 21,000-seat stadium plans The plans include a 21,000-capacity stadium and a retail development with 12-screen cinema http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Groundskeeper-awards-to-“break-all-records”/318446 monthly 0.9 2015-10-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH169546_528839.jpg Groundskeeper awards to “break all records” talkSPORT journalist Mark Saggers will host the awards night http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/VisitBritain-brings-in-Bond-to-fire-tourism-campaign/318426 monthly 0.9 2015-10-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH29427_553721.jpg VisitBritain brings in Bond to fire tourism campaign It is the third time that VisitBritain has partnered with the Bond franchise to inspire more international visitors to come to Britain http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/17-projects-to-benefit-from-latest-round-of-Make-Your-Move-funding/318358 monthly 0.9 2015-10-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH888956_277075.jpg 17 projects to benefit from latest round of Make Your Move funding One of the projects to benefit is Swim Together, which targets women aged over 45 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Castleford-Tigers’-£135m-stadium-plans-clear-final-hurdle/318322 monthly 0.9 2015-09-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH78016_161147.jpg Castleford Tigers’ £135m stadium plans clear final hurdle The stadium will form part of a £135m mixed-use project http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-speakers-announced-for-Spa-Life-UK/318308 monthly 0.9 2015-09-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH939681_521505.jpg New speakers announced for Spa Life UK Beata Alexandrowicz will share her secrets of “How to prevent therapist burnout” http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Greenwich’s-trading-history-inspires-ESPA-spa-at-London-InterContinental/318306 monthly 0.9 2015-09-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH588535_625954.jpg Greenwich’s trading history inspires ESPA spa at London InterContinental Bespoke printed mosaic tiles, rugs and delicate die-cut pendant lighting were inspired by the area’s trading of porcelain and silks http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Kickstarter-campaign-aims-to-get-kids-moving-with-magic-and-martial-arts/318265 monthly 0.9 2015-09-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH805693_809450.jpg Kickstarter campaign aims to get kids moving with magic and martial arts Current offerings – such as street magic, breakdancing and martial arts – are hosted by experts in their field http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/David-Johns-joins-Bigwave-Media-as-business-development-manager/318202 monthly 0.9 2015-09-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ David Johns joins Bigwave Media as business development manager 54-year-old David Johns has enjoyed a long career in sports and exercise management http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Paralympic-hero-named-among-civil-service’s-new-diversity-champions/318210 monthly 0.9 2015-09-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH688894_630020.jpg Paralympic hero named among civil service’s new diversity champions Paralympic champion Chris Holmes was appointed to the House of Lords in 2013 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/The-London-School-of-Complementary-Health-opens-new-branch/318125 monthly 0.9 2015-09-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH630814_951112.jpg The London School of Complementary Health opens new branch The LSCH specialises in warm bamboo, hot stone and Bellabaci cupping massage http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sport-England-and-UK-Sport-could-work-better-together/318182 monthly 0.9 2015-09-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH889943_978001.jpg Sport England and UK Sport "could work better together" The EIS has worked with Ed Clancy who won medals at the Commonwealth Games http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Ex-Man-Utd-boss-to-open-World-Travel-Market-London-2015/318155 monthly 0.9 2015-09-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH909734_757511.jpg Ex-Man Utd boss to open World Travel Market London 2015 David Gill helped the Red Devils become one of the richest football clubs in the world http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Fitness-education-‘lagging-in-uptake-of-technology’/318127 monthly 0.9 2015-09-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH688793_724319.jpg Fitness education ‘lagging in uptake of technology’ eLearning can be particularly useful for facilitating flexible studying http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Football-tourism-nets-£684m-windfall-for-UK-economy/318076 monthly 0.9 2015-09-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH597607_970786.jpg Football tourism nets £684m windfall for UK economy The research highlights the mass international appeal of Premier League football and its increasingly valuable role as a global draw for visitors to Britain http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Chelsea-and-Tottenham-vying-for-Wembley-relocation-while-stadiums-are-built/318040 monthly 0.9 2015-09-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH604460_393981.jpg Chelsea and Tottenham vying for Wembley relocation while stadiums are built Wembley looks likely to host either Chelsea or Tottenham from 2017-18 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Leaders-identify-seven-next-steps-to-take-after-Welsh-Global-Wellness-Institute-Roundtable-/317937 monthly 0.9 2015-09-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH259814_906589.jpg Leaders identify seven 'next steps' to take after Welsh Global Wellness Institute Roundtable Professor Terry Stevens speaks at the Global Wellness Institute Roundtable in Wales in July http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Clubbercise-teams-up-with-Street-Step-to-help-disadvantaged-youth-into-work/318019 monthly 0.9 2015-09-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH18355_903913.jpg Clubbercise teams up with Street Step to help disadvantaged youth into work The dance class will be used to help nurture skills such as body language, communication and first impressions http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Health-and-safety-specialist-Right-Directions-brings-in-leisure-veterans/318017 monthly 0.9 2015-09-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH831526_709369.jpg Health and safety specialist Right Directions brings in leisure veterans (L-R) New recruits Charli Turner, Andy Waters, Tricia Lewis http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Wahanda-hits-the-10,000-salon-mark/317970 monthly 0.9 2015-09-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH843281_623539.jpg Wahanda hits the 10,000 spa and salon mark Lopo Champalimaud http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/FA-CEO-Martin-Glenn-renews-pledge-to-increase-funding-for-artificial-pitches/317952 monthly 0.9 2015-09-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ FA CEO Martin Glenn renews pledge to increase funding for artificial pitches Glenn is overseeing a reorganisation of the FA which will seek to increase spending on grassroots football http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Hilton-teams-with-Uber-to-offer-guests-smoother-travel-and-city-guides/317941 monthly 0.9 2015-09-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH291582_252956.jpg Hilton teams with Uber to offer guests smoother travel and city guides Hilton HHonors members will soon be able to explore the ‘Local Scene’ in select US cities through a digital guide of Uber's top trending restaurants and nightlife spots http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Bannatyne-Group-acquires-Clarice-House-hotel-and-spa/317933 monthly 0.9 2015-09-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH948701_545631.jpg Bannatyne Group acquires Clarice House hotel and spa The Neo-Jacobean mansion sits on a 20-acre estate and boasts a wide range of facilities http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Jon-Nasta-appointed-as-Xercise4Less-marketing-director/317927 monthly 0.9 2015-09-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH98292_372014.jpg Jon Nasta appointed as Xercise4Less marketing director Nasta said he hopes to bring innovation to the role and assist in developing a ‘number of industry firsts’ http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Public-consultation-for-major-mixed-use-scheme-in-Taunton/317898 monthly 0.9 2015-09-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH769634_772318.jpg Public consultation for major mixed use scheme in Taunton Taunton's Firepool project could soon move forward http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Welsh-tourism-grows-year-on-year/317897 monthly 0.9 2015-09-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH499501_660809.jpg Welsh tourism grows year-on-year Experiences like Surf Snowdonia are boosting visits to Wales http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Wasps-appoint-Olympic-champion-Darren-Campbell-as-sprint-coach/317874 monthly 0.9 2015-09-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH670047_243635.jpg Wasps appoint Olympic champion Darren Campbell as sprint coach Campbell was part of the 4x100m Team GB gold winning team at the 2004 Athens Olympics and silver in the 200m at the 2000 Sydney Olympics http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Pulse-lands-five-year-fitness-development-contract-with-Sport-Aberdeen/317775 monthly 0.9 2015-08-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Pulse lands five-year fitness development contract with Sport Aberdeen Pulse MD Chris Johnson says the company will offer 'sustainable, future-proof leisure provision for the trust' http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-Spa-Association-launches-advice-line/317773 monthly 0.9 2015-08-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH640063_65233.jpg UK Spa Association launches advice line The advice line was launched at the UK Spa Association's networking event http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-set-to-become-‘major-player’-in-wine-tourism/317777 monthly 0.9 2015-08-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH502206_42286.jpg UK set to become ‘major player’ in wine tourism Rathfinney wine estate in Sussex is currently expanding both its winery and visitor facilities due to demand http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Macdonald-Hotels-partners-with-International-School-of-Beauty-Therapy-for-spa-apprenticeship-and-academy/317817 monthly 0.9 2015-09-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH32134_780303.jpg Macdonald Hotels partners with International School of Beauty Therapy for spa apprenticeship and academy The International School of Beauty Therapy has created “The Macdonald Way,” a customised training program http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Well-kept-parks-encourage-activity,-says-study/317791 monthly 0.9 2015-09-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif Well-kept parks encourage activity, says study Parks need to convey a feeling of safety, says new research http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-management-team-for-UK’s-Rockcliffe-Hall/317787 monthly 0.9 2015-09-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH42591_439749.jpg New management team for UK’s Rockcliffe Hall Victoria Lees and Ali Bramwell http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Record-inbound-visits-during-H1,-but-strong-Pound-suffocates-spending/317776 monthly 0.9 2015-08-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH334826_802705.jpg Record inbound visits during H1, but strong Pound suffocates spending London remains a major tourism draw and is forecast to attract 18.82m international visitors in 2015 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Choices-Health-Clubs-breathes-new-life-into-derelict-Lake-District-pool/317705 monthly 0.9 2015-08-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH588249_985344.jpg Choices Health Clubs breathes new life into derelict Lake District pool The 20,000sq ft (1,858sq m) site features a new pool, sauna, steamroom and Jacuzzi as part of the £39.99 per month proposition http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Planning-granted-for-new-£23m-leisure-centre-in-Hampshire/317685 monthly 0.9 2015-08-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH599471_373557.jpg Planning granted for new £23m leisure centre in Hampshire The leisure centre has been designed so that its architecture ‘blends seamlessly’ into the natural surroundings http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Social-enterprise-to-seek-approval-for-UK-lido-and-health-spa/317592 monthly 0.9 2015-08-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH195957_731014.jpg Social enterprise to seek approval for UK lido and health spa Mark Thwaites of Thames Lido is supporting Twickenham Alive in its efforts http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Strong-investment-returns-to-spark-surge-in-hotel-franchises:-report/317611 monthly 0.9 2015-08-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH115782_202477.jpg Strong investment returns to spark surge in hotel franchises: report In London alone, there are currently 3,705 rooms scheduled to open in the next three years under a franchise agreement http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-£11.5m-London-private-members-club-to-feature-spa/317270 monthly 0.9 2015-07-31T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH401473_27627.jpg New £11.5m London private members club to feature spa ISG will redevelop an 18th century former East India Company warehouse and adjacent residential building http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Visitor-numbers-to-UK-coastline-‘fall-by-a-third’/317588 monthly 0.9 2015-08-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Visitor numbers to UK coastline ‘fall by a third’ The report highlighted a steady decline in the nation’s feelings of connectedness to the coast, particularly in young people http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Thames-Lido-launches-bid-to-restore-Twickenham-Lido-with-health-spa/317571 monthly 0.9 2015-08-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH526343_947192.jpg Thames Lido supports campaign to restore Twickenham Lido with health spa Thames Lido is currently overseeing the £3m (US$4.5m, €3.8m) restoration of another UK lido, the Grade II-listed lido in Reading http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Anytime-Fitness-targets-top-spot-as-it-racks-up-50th-UK-club/317511 monthly 0.9 2015-08-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH854737_87023.jpg Anytime Fitness targets top spot as it racks up 50th UK club Anytime Fitness UK chair Andy Thompson http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/John-Lewis-and-salon-operator-Regis-UK-to-launch-in-store-beauty-and-spa-concept/317481 monthly 0.9 2015-08-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH851846_620336.jpg John Lewis and salon operator Regis UK to launch in-store beauty and spa concept The new 2,500sq m (26,910sq ft) concept will offer a relaxation spa area, including four treatment rooms, for guests to enjoy massages, body treatments, facials and pamper packages http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/FA-to-invest-record-£260m-in-grassroots-football/317484 monthly 0.9 2015-08-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH412287_554332.jpg FA to invest record £260m in grassroots football The grassroots funding will focus on participation, facilities and coaching http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Football-star-Dion-Dublin-reopens-independent-leisure-hub-after-revamp/317465 monthly 0.9 2015-08-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH309936_654765.jpg Football star Dion Dublin reopens independent leisure hub after revamp Dion Dublin (left) does the honours with Sports ConneXion gym manager Simon Taylor http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Council-greenlights-two-new-stadiums-for-Truro/317422 monthly 0.9 2015-08-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH993572_849287.jpg Council greenlights two new stadiums for Truro The Stadium of Cornwall will be the new home for Cornish Pirates rugby team http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Tube-strikes-a-‘nightmare’-for-London-tourism/317383 monthly 0.9 2015-08-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH829993_317447.jpg Tube strikes a ‘nightmare’ for London tourism Tube workers have taken 24-hour industrial action against plans for an all-night underground service http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Independent-Hotel-Show-2015-set-for-‘bigger-and-better’-event/317361 monthly 0.9 2015-08-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH335069_115705.jpg Independent Hotel Show 2015 set for ‘bigger and better’ event More than 300 exhibitors from across the hotel supply chain will be in attendance http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/ukactive-to-support-EU-backed-active-learning-for-kids-initiative/317328 monthly 0.9 2015-08-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH818229_543192.jpg ukactive to support EU-backed active learning for kids initiative ALCIS is expected to directly reach approximately 5,000 children, with the aim of empowering the youngsters to make and implement their own lifestyle choices http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Is-the-leisure-industry-in-good-health/317296 monthly 0.9 2015-08-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH743228_757346.jpg Is the leisure industry in good health? The results of the survey will be unveiled in the weeks leading up to LIW 2015 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-government-begins-radical-overhaul-of-sports-funding-strategy/317310 monthly 0.9 2015-08-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH198990_909035.jpg UK government begins radical overhaul of sports funding strategy Tracey Crouch has said she will rip up the existing strategy http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Bath-Rugby-stadium-a-step-closer/317305 monthly 0.9 2015-08-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH13122_311645.jpg Bath Rugby stadium plans back on track The Recreation Ground stadium currently has a maximum capacity of 14,000 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Manchester-United-legend-Eric-Cantona-backs-Bath-City-FC-take-over-project/317226 monthly 0.9 2015-07-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH805756_605060.jpg Manchester United legend Eric Cantona backs Bath City FC take over project Cantona made his pledge to back the campaign on a video message http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/ALVA-director-Bernard-Donoghue-named-chair-of-The-Tourism-Alliance/317211 monthly 0.9 2015-07-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH73214_262140.jpg ALVA director Bernard Donoghue named chair of The Tourism Alliance Bernard Donoghue (right) was previously deputy chair of The Tourism Alliance http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Historic-Boringdon-Halls-new-spa-in-Dartmoor-England-to-offer-open-air-treatments/317158 monthly 0.9 2015-07-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH87903_31420.jpg Historic Boringdon Hall’s new spa in Dartmoor, England, to offer open-air treatments The new spa, designed by Plymouth-based Design Development architects, was inspired by the surrounding moorland http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Places-for-People-Leisure-leads-charge-of-local-authority-operators-into-budget-sector/317183 monthly 0.9 2015-07-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH225572_496901.jpg Places for People Leisure leads charge of local authority operators into budget sector The new Places Gym in Corby provides members with more than 100 stations to accommodate their exercise needs http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-Spa-Association-to-hold-networking-event-at-Stoke-Park/317153 monthly 0.9 2015-07-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH948936_369788.jpg UK Spa Association to hold networking event at Stoke Park The event is free to UK Spa Association members, and £25 for non-members http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-group-of-MPs-to-fight-for-tourism-VAT-cut/317161 monthly 0.9 2015-07-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ New group of MPs to fight for tourism VAT cut Margaret Ritchie MP will co-chair the new group http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Glasgow-2014-worth-£740m-to-Scottish-economy/317118 monthly 0.9 2015-07-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH147491_474121.jpg Glasgow 2014 worth £740m to Scottish economy The Games attracted an estimated 690,000 visitors to Scotland during the Games http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Englands-Rockliffe-Hall-opening-£1m-spa-garden/317069 monthly 0.9 2015-07-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH629504_508113.jpg England’s Rockliffe Hall opening £1m spa garden Artist’s impressions of the new spa garden at Rockliffe Hall. http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Voya-makes-double-addition-to-business-development-team/317054 monthly 0.9 2015-07-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH144929_346509.jpg Voya makes double addition to business development team Emma Roberts http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Stars-of-tomorrow-shine-in-national-Fitness-Trainer-Competition/317055 monthly 0.9 2015-07-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH932414_616205.jpg Stars of tomorrow shine in national Fitness Trainer Competition Active IQ commercial director Jenny Patrickson with the 2015 national finals at Loughborough University http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Cameron-unveils-5-point-plan-to-tempt-tourists-beyond-London/317039 monthly 0.9 2015-07-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH426330_260385.jpg Cameron unveils 5-point plan to tempt tourists beyond London David Cameron wants tourists to explore the Cornish Riviera to the Scottish Highlands and everything in between... http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/St-Brides-Spa-Hotel-refurb-to-showcase-spectacular-surroundings/317037 monthly 0.9 2015-07-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH305373_588337.jpg St Brides Spa Hotel refurb to showcase 'spectacular surroundings' The refurb is intended to create a greater unity between the hotel and spa http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Bound-for-success-David-Stalkers-Oxygen-Freejumping-opens-for-business/317011 monthly 0.9 2015-07-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH503215_94021.jpg Bound for success? David Stalker’s Oxygen Freejumping opens for business Mayor Harbhajan Kaur Dheer, CEO David Stalker, Sébastien Foucan and local children http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-medical-massage-experts-at-ESPA-Life-at-Corinthia/316999 monthly 0.9 2015-07-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH949923_266013.jpg New medical massage experts at ESPA Life at Corinthia Roopjeet Panesar, one of four new medical massage experts, is a master of osteotherapy and naturotherapy as well as a qualified Kinesio Taping practitioner http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Marriott-Hotels-and-the-University-of-Wales-launch-intensive-two-year-degree-in-international-hotel-management/316962 monthly 0.9 2015-07-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH514934_647492.jpg Marriott Hotels and the University of Wales launch intensive two-year degree in international hotel management Andrew Campbell (left) head of the University's school of Tourism and Hospitality with Michael Downie, general manager of the Swansea Marriott http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Goodwood-Hotels-Waterbeach-spa-re-launches-after-refurbishment/316907 monthly 0.9 2015-07-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH895522_68805.jpg Goodwood Hotel’s Waterbeach spa re-launches after refurbishment The refurbishment included adding in a new relaxation area where the spa reception had been http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-fitness-and-lifestyle-qualification-to-keep-emergency-services-fighting-fit/316914 monthly 0.9 2015-07-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH364416_144290.jpg New fitness and lifestyle qualification to keep emergency services fighting fit The course has been specially created for the emergency services, incorporating specific equipment to make it functional http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Hydrothermal-Spa-Forum-‘a-welcome-and-much-needed-seminar-for-the-industry/316894 monthly 0.9 2015-07-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH384756_241385.jpg Hydrothermal Spa Forum ‘a welcome and much-needed seminar for the industry’ Twenty-one industry delegates attended the forum http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Martin-Symcox-named-new-director-of-IQL-UK/316806 monthly 0.9 2015-07-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH131831_150004.jpg Martin Symcox named new director of IQL UK Symcox joined IQL UK in 2009 as business development manager and has played a key role in ensuring the delivery of products and services http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Rocknrevenue-Music-tourism-brings-£3bn-boost-to-UK-economy/316825 monthly 0.9 2015-07-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH878356_988067.jpg Rock'n'revenue: Music tourism brings £3bn boost to UK economy Festivals such as Glastonbury have proved a huge draw for music tourists http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/The-Royal-Crescents-Tattinger-Spa-Garden-creates-champagne-themed-outdoor-relaxation-retreat/316807 monthly 0.9 2015-07-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH305144_61847.jpg The Royal Crescent's Tattinger Spa Garden creates champagne-themed outdoor relaxation retreat The Tattinger Spa Garden aims to engage the five senses http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Global-Wellness-Institute-hosting-roundtable-in-Wales/316803 monthly 0.9 2015-07-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH944796_184088.jpg Global Wellness Institute hosting roundtable in Wales The roundtable will include a discussion of opportunities and key challenges for Wales in wellness tourism http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Castleford-Tigers-stadium-plans-clear-final-hurdle/316796 monthly 0.9 2015-07-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH78016_161147.jpg Castleford Tigers’ stadium plans clear final hurdle The stadium will form part of a £135m mixed-use project http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/GLL-to-launch-Better-Gym-at-former-Olympic-Village/316777 monthly 0.9 2015-07-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH268692_51446.jpg GLL to launch Better Gym at former Olympic Village The new gym is just a javelin's throw away from the famous Olympic Velodrome http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/‘New-approach-needed-for-UK-sports-policy/316766 monthly 0.9 2015-07-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH802978_935100.jpg ‘New approach’ needed for UK sports policy Trends such as mass participation events are changing the nature of sport – and policy should reflect that, the report says http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Historic-Welsh-hotel-ready-for-rebirth-as-chic-boutique/316743 monthly 0.9 2015-07-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH407882_567114.jpg Historic Welsh hotel ready for rebirth as chic boutique The refurb has seen the Grade II listed building become a 61-bedroom boutique hotel http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UKs-National-Spa-Week-set-for-2-6-November/316566 monthly 0.9 2015-06-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH928516_667227.jpg UK’s National Spa Week set for 2-6 November The UK's annual Spa Week will take place 2-6 November http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/EF-Medispa-bringing-iv-vitamin-infusions-to-Londons-Canary-Wharf/316541 monthly 0.9 2015-06-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH567187_661112.jpg EF Medispa bringing i.v. vitamin infusions to London’s Canary Wharf EF Medispa founder Esther Fieldgrass http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Nuffield-Health-reaps-rewards-of-expansion-with-13-per-cent-earnings-increase/316622 monthly 0.9 2015-06-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH104252_202780.jpg Nuffield Health reaps rewards of expansion with 13 per cent earnings increase Close to £15m was invested in maintaining and developing Nuffield Health's 77 gyms http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/WATG-invite-Zaha-Hadid-and-Foster-Partners-to-design-a-cake-for-London-Architecture-Week/316624 monthly 0.9 2015-06-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ WATG invite Zaha Hadid and Foster + Partners to design a cake for London Architecture Week Piping bags at dawn: The Great Architectural Cake Bake-Off http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Wyre-Council-opens-Spa-on-the-Breck-completing-first-phase-of-£51m-plans-to-“reinvent-leisure”/316557 monthly 0.9 2015-06-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH196431_300780.jpg Wyre Council opens Spa on the Breck, completing first phase of £5.1m plans to “reinvent leisure” The Spa on the Breck was designed by DaleSauna http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/VisitEngland-launches-travel-hub-offering-real-time-tourism-advice-via-Twitter/316542 monthly 0.9 2015-06-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH374129_207645.jpg VisitEngland launches travel hub offering real-time tourism advice via Twitter VisitEngland CEO James Berresford (left) launches the new hub with tourism minister Tracey Crouch http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Commonwealth-Games-legacy-delivering-change-for-East-End-of-Glasgow/316578 monthly 0.9 2015-06-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH356108_895240.jpg Commonwealth Games legacy delivering change for East End of Glasgow The east end of the city has been transformed by the building of the Glasgow 2014 athletes' village – located on the banks of the River Clyde http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/ukactive-to-offer-businesses-benchmarking-report-as-part-of-Flame-feedback/316535 monthly 0.9 2015-06-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ ukactive to offer businesses benchmarking report as part of Flame feedback ukactive operations director Geraldine Tuck said the benchmarking will help Flame entrants develop and improve their organisation throughout the year http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Britain-targets-Chinese-tourism-with-new-single-visa-pilot/316540 monthly 0.9 2015-06-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH269016_257293.jpg Britain targets Chinese tourism with new single visa pilot Announcing the reform, Theresa May said: 'This scheme will create a one-stop shop for Chinese visitors to the UK and Europe, whether they are coming here for business or leisure' http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Buckingham-Group-appointed-to-build-£18m-Scunthorpe-stadium/316490 monthly 0.9 2015-06-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH453507_521846.jpg Buckingham Group appointed to build £18m Scunthorpe stadium The stadium has been designed by the Frank Whittle Partnership http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Waterlooville-Leisure-Centre-beefs-up-gym-as-part-of-£3m-extension/316449 monthly 0.9 2015-06-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH969713_737593.jpg Waterlooville Leisure Centre beefs up gym as part of £3m extension The revamped gym contains more than 150 stations – with equipment supplied by Life Fitness http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/London-retains-top-spot-as-world’s-most-popular-tourist-destination/316395 monthly 0.9 2015-06-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH334826_802705.jpg London retains top spot as world’s most popular tourist destination London is forecast to draw in 18.82m international visitors in 2015, according to the index http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Nuffield-Health-gyms-beef-up-beauty-offering-with-new-Elemis-tie-up/316393 monthly 0.9 2015-06-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH196966_28670.jpg Nuffield Health gyms beef-up beauty offering with new Elemis tie-up A total of 22 Nuffield Health centres have been selected for the initial roll-out of the new beauty suites, with 10 sites being fully refurbished http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Xercise4Less-wages-war-on-budget-rivals-in-Milton-Keynes/316365 monthly 0.9 2015-06-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH220993_738012.jpg Xercise4Less wages war on budget rivals in Milton Keynes CEO Jon Wright wants Xercise4Less to be the number one budget gym chain in the UK http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Olympic-legend-Daley-Thompson-launches-‘old-school-gym-concept/316355 monthly 0.9 2015-06-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH599494_898538.jpg Olympic legend Daley Thompson launches ‘old-school’ gym concept Thompson will be a regular fixture at the gym and aims to harness his wealth of training knowledge to get the best out of people http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Savvy-shopping-Brits-spending-less-on-leisure-study/316338 monthly 0.9 2015-06-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH280941_435799.jpg Savvy shopping Brits spending less on leisure: study 34 per cent of UK consumers cut back their spending on leisure and entertainment in 2014 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/1Life-to-oversee-major-gym-revamp-at-Grantham-Meres-Leisure-Centre/316336 monthly 0.9 2015-06-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH921123_600443.jpg 1Life to oversee major gym revamp at Grantham Meres Leisure Centre A dedicated service is also being created to build on the work of an already-successful GP referral programme at the centre http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Watergate-Bay-team-launch-new-Another-Place-hotel-collection/316264 monthly 0.9 2015-06-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Watergate Bay team launch new Another Place hotel collection Rampsbeck Hotel is the inaugural hotel in the Another Place collection http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Center-Parcs-acquired-by-Canadian-property-firm-Brookfield/316127 monthly 0.9 2015-06-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH161090_856833.jpg Center Parcs acquired by Canadian property firm Brookfield The most recent Center Parcs resort – Woburn Forest – launched in June 2014 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Golf-resort-Formby-Hall-on-the-market-for-£20m/316085 monthly 0.9 2015-05-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH343852_512149.jpg Golf resort Formby Hall on the market for £20m+ The golf operation includes an 18-hole parkland championship par course, 9-hole par-3 course, driving range and a PGA Academy http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Pure-Gym-wins-race-to-acquire-LA-Fitness/316059 monthly 0.9 2015-05-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH665811_413528.jpg Pure Gym wins race to acquire LA Fitness Humphrey Cobbold (right) succeeded Peter Roberts (left) as Pure Gym CEO in January http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/HSE-busts-‘myth-of-need-for-repeat-gym-inductions/316055 monthly 0.9 2015-05-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH129122_723486.jpg HSE busts ‘myth’ of need for repeat gym inductions There has long been confusion over the health and safety requirements regarding inductions http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/truGym-lands-sought-after-marina-site-for-flagship-facility/316049 monthly 0.9 2015-05-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH324957_721339.jpg truGym lands sought-after marina site for flagship facility The Medway club comprises more than 220 stations, including Life Fitness cardio and strength zones http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-tourism-deficit-tops-£1bn-per-month/316026 monthly 0.9 2015-05-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH675271_692801.jpg UK tourism deficit tops £1bn per month Increased spending by Britons abroad has contributed to the widening of the tourism deficit http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/DLL-to-launch-£93m-health-club-in-Newbury/316023 monthly 0.9 2015-05-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH359426_116306.jpg DLL to launch £9.3m health club in Newbury The 3,300sq m (35,521sq ft) site will be DLL's first new health club to open under incoming CEO Glenn Earlam http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Awarding-organisation-CYQ-to-rebrand-as-YMCA-Awards/316016 monthly 0.9 2015-05-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH73486_854606.jpg Awarding organisation CYQ to rebrand as YMCA Awards Rob May, director of YMCA Awards, says the rebranding marks a new chapter in the organisation’s evolution http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Lifetime-Training-teams-with-Everyone-Active-to-tackle-inactivity-through-behaviour-change/316011 monthly 0.9 2015-05-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH34706_526082.jpg Lifetime Training teams with Everyone Active to tackle inactivity through behaviour change Lifestyle services are becoming an increasingly vital cog of public health, with the physical activity sector well-positioned to offer its expertise in the area http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Candidates-announced-for-ukactive-Membership-Council/315999 monthly 0.9 2015-05-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH93278_794976.jpg Candidates announced for ukactive Membership Council David Stalker will chair the new Membership Council http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Explorer-and-TV-star-Levison-Wood-to-help-Virgin-Active-bring-adventure-to-the-gym/315990 monthly 0.9 2015-05-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH929541_642215.jpg Explorer and TV star Levison Wood to help Virgin Active bring adventure to the gym Action man Levison Wood hopes to bring fresh ideas to fitness programming http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Exclusive-Jeremy-Hunts-obesity-pledge-‘misses-the-mark/315972 monthly 0.9 2015-05-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH678380_661092.jpg Exclusive: Jeremy Hunt’s obesity pledge ‘misses the mark’ Jeremy Hunt said he will 'put in place a national strategy to reduce diabetes and particularly childhood obesity' http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Active-IQ-secures-partnership-with-Nordic-Walking-UK/315967 monthly 0.9 2015-05-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH424675_472594.jpg Active IQ secures partnership with Nordic Walking UK Nordic Walking UK has more than 3,000 trained instructors, while 500 new learners complete their qualifications each year http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Xercise4Less-ventures-south-with-first-London-health-club/315935 monthly 0.9 2015-05-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH413841_153381.jpg Xercise4Less ventures south with first London health club Xercise4Less founder and CEO Jon Wright is expanding his chain across the country http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/SIBEC-2015-Gym-staff-need-to-become-‘tech-geeks/315934 monthly 0.9 2015-05-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH152122_612094.jpg SIBEC 2015: Gym staff need to become ‘tech geeks’ (L-R) Steven Ward, Justin Musgrove, David McLean, Sandra Dodd and Graeme Hinde participate in the panel session at SIBEC 2015 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Iconic-Lords-media-centre-to-undergo-£4m-refurbishment/315914 monthly 0.9 2015-05-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH15188_79105.jpg Iconic Lord’s media centre to undergo £4m refurbishment The media centre first opened in 1999 and won the Stirling prize in the same year http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/SIBEC-UK-2015-underway-at-The-Belfry/315904 monthly 0.9 2015-05-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH488954_917913.jpg SIBEC UK 2015 underway at The Belfry The Belfry in Birmingham plays host to SIBEC UK 2015 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/£175m-investment-secured-for-Northern-Irish-sport-facilities/315884 monthly 0.9 2015-05-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif £17.5m investment secured for Northern Irish sport facilities The funding will benefit community sport across the region http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Cybex-lands-equipment-supply-contract-for-British-Weight-Lifting/315844 monthly 0.9 2015-05-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH219454_567666.jpg Cybex lands equipment supply contract for British Weight Lifting (L-R) British weightlifters Natalie Blake, Sarah Davies, Ali Jawad, Cybex UK commercial director Rob Thurston and Zoe Smith http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Aberdeen-City-councillors-vote-in-favour-of-hotel-spa-and-riding-centre-project/315845 monthly 0.9 2015-05-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH974698_333917.jpg Aberdeen City councillors vote in favour of hotel, spa and riding centre project The hotel and its accompanying equestrian centre will be built near Hayfield Riding Centre in Hazlehead Park http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/World-Economic-Forum-ranks-UK-fifth-for-tourism-competitiveness/315803 monthly 0.9 2015-05-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH530863_260617.jpg World Economic Forum ranks UK fifth for tourism competitiveness Britain's cultural heritage has boosted its ranking in the world tourism market http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Programme-released-for-Sports-Summit-2015/315822 monthly 0.9 2015-05-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Programme released for Sports Summit 2015 Triathlon champion Chrissie Wellington will be among the keynote speakers http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Everyone-Health-secures-‘landmark-contract-for-Cambridgeshires-lifestyle-services/315725 monthly 0.9 2015-05-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH558361_175972.jpg Everyone Health secures ‘landmark’ contract for Cambridgeshire's lifestyle services The Everyone Health team bids to foster greater integration between health, wellbeing and leisure professionals http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/énergie-Group-lands-ex-Domino’s-duo/315703 monthly 0.9 2015-05-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH464646_678832.jpg énergie Group lands ex-Domino’s duo Rob Lane previously helped Domino's expand from a market capitalisation of £26m in 2001 to £874m in 2010 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Family-run-day-spa-opens-in-West-Sussex-UK/315691 monthly 0.9 2015-05-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH211219_449635.jpg Family-run day spa opens in West Sussex, UK The whirlpool was supplied by Spaworks and the sauna is from Zoki http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Family-and-friends-important-in-getting-women-to-play-sport/315666 monthly 0.9 2015-05-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif Family and friends important in getting women to play sport The report says role models – such as double Olympic champion Laura Trott – can encourage women to take up sport, but family and friends play a role too http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Scunthorpe-United-secures-planning-permission-for-£18m-stadium/315598 monthly 0.9 2015-05-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH453507_521846.jpg Scunthorpe United secures planning permission for £18m stadium The stadium has been designed by the Frank Whittle Partnership http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/MyFitnessPal-unveils-its-first-paid-for-wellness-service/315591 monthly 0.9 2015-05-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH616281_774080.jpg MyFitnessPal unveils its first paid-for wellness service Analysts say MyFitnessPal’s latest offering shows the company starting to confront the challenge of converting its extensive reach into consistent revenue streams http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/PayasUgym-targets-business-travel-market-with-‘Unlimited-pass-offering/315587 monthly 0.9 2015-05-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH850546_662859.jpg PayasUgym targets business travel market with ‘Unlimited’ pass offering PayasUgym co-founders Jamie Ward (left) and Neil Harmsworth (right) http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Liz-Terry-honoured-with-Tourism-Society-fellowship/315573 monthly 0.9 2015-05-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH690255_419384.jpg Liz Terry honoured with Tourism Society fellowship Liz Terry has reported on the tourism industry across four decades and was awarded an MBE in 2007 for services to publishing http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Finalists-announced-for-Flame-Awards-2015/315485 monthly 0.9 2015-04-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH665975_693174.jpg Finalists announced for Flame Awards 2015 Last year's glitzy awards ceremony saw roughly 800 industry representatives in attendance http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Royal-baby-birth-expected-to-bring-tourism-boom/315454 monthly 0.9 2015-04-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Royal baby birth expected to bring tourism boom The UK celebrated a record year for inbound tourism in 2013 when Prince George was born http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Andrew-Bagnall-takes-reins-at-Keiser-UK/315448 monthly 0.9 2015-04-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH12068_753477.jpg Andrew Bagnall takes reins at Keiser UK Andrew Bagnall knows the company well from his time distributing Keiser products at Forza Fitness http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Amazon-launches-hotel-booking-site-separate-to-Amazon-Local/315411 monthly 0.9 2015-04-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH832715_55606.jpg Amazon launches hotel booking site, separate to Amazon Local Montauk Manor in Montauk, New York, is one of the hotels featured on the Amazon Destinations site http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Over-65s-the-most-frequent-gym-users-Nuffield-research/315419 monthly 0.9 2015-04-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/2024/HIGH315419_234881_891439.jpg Over 65s the most frequent gym users: Nuffield research Nuffield Health says gym usage peaks at age 72 – when members typically rack up eight visits per month on average http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Focusing-on-obesity-‘is-a-mistake’-says-ukactive-chief/315384 monthly 0.9 2015-04-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH146269_855405.jpg Focusing on obesity ‘is a mistake,’ says ukactive chief Stalker called on the UK’s next government to establish tackling physical inactivity as a top tier public health priority http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Appleby-Manor-to-launch-thermal-spa-in-Lake-District/315351 monthly 0.9 2015-04-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH808150_414569.jpg Appleby Manor to launch thermal spa in Lake District The four-star 31-key hotel is receiving advice from spa consultant Michelle Stacey and design input from Duncan Mackenzie from Mackenzie Wheeler Architects http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Southampton-Harbour-Hotel-to-break-ground-at-Ocean-Village/315320 monthly 0.9 2015-04-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH717704_96101.jpg Southampton Harbour Hotel to break ground at Ocean Village The hotel and apartments are due to be completed and ready to open in June 2017, conceived by design firm Scott Brownrigg http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/ASA-names-Nick-Caplin-as-new-director-of-participation/315338 monthly 0.9 2015-04-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ ASA names Nick Caplin as new director of participation Nick Caplin joins the ASA from Sony Computer Entertainment Europe where he has been director of communications http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Developer-reveals-strategy-for-Victorian-Woodhall-Spa-regeneration/315323 monthly 0.9 2015-04-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH136846_254799.jpg Developer reveals strategy for Victorian Woodhall Spa regeneration Once the proposals are finalised, the next stage for GN Construction will be to attract investors or an existing operating company to provide finance to develop the scheme http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Fitness-focused-Microsoft-Band-goes-on-sale-in-the-UK/315316 monthly 0.9 2015-04-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH182477_478982.jpg Fitness-focused Microsoft Band goes on sale in the UK Initial reaction has seen the Band hailed as a potential rival to the forthcoming Apple Watch http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Green-Party-pledges-to-cut-tourism-VAT-in-election-manifesto/315277 monthly 0.9 2015-04-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Green Party pledges to cut tourism VAT in election manifesto Green Party leader Natalie Bennett unveiled the manifesto this week http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Fitness-First-trains-sights-on-LA-fitness-London-clubs/315253 monthly 0.9 2015-04-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH16602_247663.jpg Fitness First trains sights on LA fitness London clubs Fitness First Group CEO Andrew Cosslett wants the chain to be a premium proposition throughout London http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Physical-Company-keeps-it-in-the-family-as-John-Halls-becomes-MD/315237 monthly 0.9 2015-04-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH476694_777751.jpg Physical Company keeps it in the family as John Halls becomes MD John Halls was appointed sales and marketing director in July 2011 and has helped Physical Company enjoy rapid growth http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-regional-hotels-outshine-London-rivals-says-report/315206 monthly 0.9 2015-04-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH782819_813610.jpg UK regional hotels outshine London rivals, says report 2014 saw the re-launch of many high-profile hotels, like the five-star Cromlix Hotel in Perthshire, owned by Andy Murray http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Will-Apples-ResearchKit-transform-health-studies/315202 monthly 0.9 2015-04-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH880699_641645.jpg Will Apple’s ResearchKit transform health studies? Apple's ResearchKit platform could have major implications for participation in health studies http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Pulse-lands-leisure-development-contract-worth-up-to-£45m/315187 monthly 0.9 2015-04-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH627873_416396.jpg Pulse lands leisure development contract worth 'up to £45m' (L-r) Aron Nassim (director of projects at Pulse), SCDC Cllr Richard Kerry and Mark Taylor (contracts manager at Places for People Leisure) http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Weavers-House-Spa-opens-at-The-Swan-at-Lavenham/315003 monthly 0.9 2015-04-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH824498_399213.jpg Weavers' House Spa opens at The Swan at Lavenham Roger Balmer Design and interior design firm Todhunter Earle worked on the project http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Chef-shortage-threatens-to-jeopardise-UK-tourism/315017 monthly 0.9 2015-04-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif Chef shortage threatens to jeopardise UK tourism Chefs like Rick Stein have boosted food tourism http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/WTTC-bullish-about-tourism-projections/315012 monthly 0.9 2015-04-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH14477_621897.jpg WTTC bullish about tourism projections Buckingham Palace is the number one destination for overseas tourists visiting the UK http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Beatles-themed-hotel-in-Liverpool-up-for-sale/315011 monthly 0.9 2015-04-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Beatles-themed hotel in Liverpool up for sale The Lennon suite at the Hard Day's Night Hotel http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Widespread-support-for-Mental-Health-Charter-for-Sport-and-Recreation/315010 monthly 0.9 2015-04-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH404797_250934.jpg Widespread support for Mental Health Charter for Sport and Recreation Emma Boggis, chief executive of the Sport and Recreation Alliance, is driving the charter forwards http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/NorthEdge-Capital-backs-Total-Fitness-takeover-with-£115m-investment/314988 monthly 0.9 2015-03-31T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH519516_841904.jpg NorthEdge Capital backs Total Fitness takeover with £11.5m investment NorthEdge Capital partner Ray Stenton led the buyout and will join the Total Fitness board http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sport-England-gives-£12m-to-National-Partners/314983 monthly 0.9 2015-03-31T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Sport England gives £12m to National Partners Sport England has given £12m to specialist organisations http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/£2m-government-funding-boost-for-Special-Olympics-GB/314952 monthly 0.9 2015-03-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH928052_732128.jpg £2m government funding boost for Special Olympics GB The much-needed government funding will support the participation of a number of athletes at this year's World Summer Games http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Shoreditch-start-up-takes-functional-training-outdoors/314916 monthly 0.9 2015-03-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH161798_575397.jpg Shoreditch start-up takes functional training outdoors BaseFit is very much in-step with the growing trend towards extreme fitness propositions http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Revealed-Britains-unhealthiest-high-streets/314880 monthly 0.9 2015-03-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH660969_874025.jpg Revealed: Britain’s unhealthiest high streets There are now calls to provide planning powers to local authorities to limit numbers of betting shops, payday lenders and fast food outlets http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/FitPro-appoints-new-head-of-commercial-development/314873 monthly 0.9 2015-03-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH773128_491962.jpg FitPro appoints new head of commercial development Terry Gibbs will focus on managing commercial business activity and identifying and securing new business http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Luxury-spa-to-be-operated-by-trainee-therapists-as-part-of-vocational-student-campus/314817 monthly 0.9 2015-03-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH549043_568313.jpg Luxury spa to be operated by trainee therapists as part of vocational student campus Architecture firm IBI Taylor Young is in charge of the campus’ design and BAM Construction is building the campus http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Senior-team-appointed-for-upcoming-Ramside-Hall-spa/314804 monthly 0.9 2015-03-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH726550_991072.jpg Senior team appointed for upcoming Ramside Hall spa Jill Russell, Anthony Woodhouse and Phillipa Donnison make up the new spa and leisure team at Ramside Hall http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Boutique-hotel-seeks-partner-to-manage-upcoming-spa/314741 monthly 0.9 2015-03-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH393683_991065.jpg Boutique hotel seeks partner to manage upcoming spa The spa will offer guests two treatment rooms, two shower rooms and a separate area for pedicures and manicures http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Pure-Gym-CEO-We’re-not-a-sexist-company/314776 monthly 0.9 2015-03-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH520385_763172.jpg Pure Gym CEO: We’re not a sexist company Humphrey Cobbold (right) succeeded Peter Roberts (left) as Pure Gym CEO in January http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Titanic-Hotel-in-Liverpool-officially-opens-underground-spa/314723 monthly 0.9 2015-03-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH637062_900057.jpg Titanic Hotel in Liverpool officially opens underground spa The five treatment rooms are encased in exposed brickwork arches and there is a Roman bath-style pool and an aqua thermal zone http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-Sport-looks-beyond-Rio-2016-with-review-into-high-performance-sport/314755 monthly 0.9 2015-03-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH281626_678728.jpg UK Sport looks beyond Rio 2016 with review into high performance sport Mo Farah was one of the great success stories of the London 2012 Olympic Games http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Spa-village-planned-for-Northern-Irish-resort-in-£10m-upgrade/314745 monthly 0.9 2015-03-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH711500_26209.jpg 'Spa village' planned for Northern Irish resort in £10m upgrade The venue will house a total of 128 bedrooms when the development is complete, thanks to funding from First Trust and Invest NI http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-app-to-offer-instant-retention-advice/314737 monthly 0.9 2015-03-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH781470_763249.jpg New app to offer instant retention advice Retention Guru director Dr Paul Bedford is behind the new app http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Budget-2015-Pubs-toast-chancellors-beer-duty-cut/314706 monthly 0.9 2015-03-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH467168_31595.jpg Budget 2015: Pubs toast chancellor’s beer duty cut Chancellor George Osborne delivered his final budget of this parliament in Westminster today (18 March) http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Cold-water-islands-tourism-conference-kicks-off-in-Scotland/314692 monthly 0.9 2015-03-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH694386_276360.jpg Cold water islands tourism conference kicks off in Scotland Many of the North Atlantic’s islands, such as Arran, are aiming to pool common experiences of cold water tourism http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Poldark-provides-marketing-boost-to-Cornwall/314583 monthly 0.9 2015-03-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Poldark provides marketing boost to Cornwall Charlestown: one of Poldark's many locations http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/IPC-launches-Proud-Paralympian-to-support-athletes/314614 monthly 0.9 2015-03-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ IPC launches Proud Paralympian to support athletes Paralympian swimmer and role model, Ellie Simmonds http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Obesity-is-a-biologically-mediated-disease-says-report/314558 monthly 0.9 2015-03-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH235303_210968.jpg Obesity is a biologically mediated disease, says report Obesity is biologically mediated disease, says report http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Waltham-Forest-Leisure-Centre-plans-given-go-ahead/314610 monthly 0.9 2015-03-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Waltham Forest Leisure Centre plans given go ahead The new look Waltham Forest Leisure Centre http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Identical-twin-study-shows-benefits-of-exercise/314548 monthly 0.9 2015-03-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH101545_43683.jpg Identical twin study shows benefits of exercise Twin studies show physiological impact of exercise http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Constructions-starts-in-Manchester-on-Belle-Vue-Sports-Village/314566 monthly 0.9 2015-03-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH446451_277888.jpg Constructions starts in Manchester on Belle Vue Sports Village Manchester's Belle Vue Sports Village http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Britains-canoe-elite-get-new-world-class-training-facility/314545 monthly 0.9 2015-03-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH509704_333245.jpg Britain's canoe elite get new world-class training facility Britain's best canoe athletes were on-hand at the launch http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Major-benchmarking-report-highlights-narrowing-price-gap-between-public-and-private-gyms/314530 monthly 0.9 2015-03-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Major benchmarking report highlights narrowing price gap between public and private gyms Fast-growing budget operators like Pure Gym are helping to lower the average price of a private gym membership http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Yorkshires-Titanic-Spa-extends-social-space/314497 monthly 0.9 2015-03-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH637882_722496.jpg Yorkshire's Titanic Spa extends social space Existing experiences on offer at this spa include a relaxation lounge, mud chamber, leisure club, heat and ice thermal experiences and a hydrobath http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-tourism-in-good-place-as-room-rates-increase/314516 monthly 0.9 2015-03-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH515217_698632.jpg UK tourism in good place as room rates increase More than 3 million people are expected to line the roads during Le Tour's progress across the UK. http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Alphonsi-joins-Women’s-Sport-Trust/314508 monthly 0.9 2015-03-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Alphonsi joins Women’s Sport Trust Alphonsi joins Women’s Sport Trust http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Another-step-forward-for-space-tourism-plans/314485 monthly 0.9 2015-03-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH602298_885806.jpg Another step forward for space tourism plans Britain is keen to be at the forefront of space tourism plans http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Pilates-legend-Lolita-San-Miguel-to-stage-masterclasses-in-Scotland/314450 monthly 0.9 2015-03-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH240831_470515.jpg Pilates legend Lolita San Miguel to stage masterclasses in Scotland Lolita San Miguel has more than 56 years' Pilates experience http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Minister-for-sport-backs-anti-sexism-football-campaign/314446 monthly 0.9 2015-03-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH526020_21668.jpg Minister for sport backs anti-sexism football campaign Grant has welcomed a campaign to battle sexism in football http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Europe-sees-hotel-value-hike-for-fifth-straight-year/314417 monthly 0.9 2015-03-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH951072_428482.jpg Europe sees hotel value hike for fifth straight year Manchester enjoyed double digit hotel value growth and has a strong development pipeline for hotels up to 2017 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/ukactive-seeks-board-members-to-launch-‘new-era/314408 monthly 0.9 2015-03-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH800870_763683.jpg ukactive seeks board members to launch ‘new era’ ukactive CEO David Stalker, due to step down in June, hopes the elected board members can lead the organisation into a new era http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sports-venue-technology-event-held-in-London-this-month/314396 monthly 0.9 2015-03-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH269888_825682.jpg Sports venue technology event held in London this month The event will include a tour of the London Olympic Park http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/BHA-chair-Nick-Varney-laments-visa-policy-for-Chinese-tourists/314388 monthly 0.9 2015-03-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH643346_722897.jpg BHA chair Nick Varney laments visa policy for Chinese tourists BHA chair Nick Varney believes the marketing campaign in China is ultimately futile due to the current policy on visas for Chinese visitors http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Gill-Morris-joins-Habia-as-partnership-director/314345 monthly 0.9 2015-03-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH631767_661047.jpg Gill Morris joins Habia as partnership director Gill Morris has her own business consultancy and skills training company GMT Business Training http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Doctors-call-for-child-wellbeing-to-be-election-priority/314343 monthly 0.9 2015-03-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Doctors call for child wellbeing to be election priority Doctors say focusing on promoting healthy lifestyles from a young age makes economic and moral sense http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Latest-round-of-Improvement-Fund-focuses-on-artificial-pitches/314340 monthly 0.9 2015-03-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH124719_783181.jpg Latest round of Improvement Fund focuses on artificial pitches Most of the projects to receive funding involve creation of new artificial sports surfaces http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Peak-District-spa-with-mill-wheel-powered-shower-to-debut-in-March/314298 monthly 0.9 2015-02-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH943961_971744.jpg Peak District spa with mill wheel-powered shower to debut in March Katie and Wendy Kirk are two of the family team that manages the spa http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Freedom-Leisure-bolsters-management-team/314290 monthly 0.9 2015-02-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH696184_888132.jpg Freedom Leisure bolsters management team New recruits Mike Worsnop and Alyson Zell http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Rockliffe-Hall-spa-director-Liz-Holmes-lands-Virgin-Active-role/314282 monthly 0.9 2015-02-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH884566_705858.jpg Rockliffe Hall spa director Liz Holmes lands Virgin Active role Having joined Rockliffe in 2009, Holmes grew the team to over 60 and scooped a slew of spa industry awards in the process http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Total-eclipse-expected-to-bring-tourism-boost-to-north-of-Scotland/314266 monthly 0.9 2015-02-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH344255_540322.jpg Total eclipse expected to bring tourism boost to north of Scotland The eclipse is expected to see up to 98 per cent of the sun disappear across parts of northern Scotland http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Gyms-wise-up-to-potential-of-extreme-challenges-trend/314254 monthly 0.9 2015-02-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH415925_645036.jpg Gyms wise up to potential of extreme challenges trend Consumers are increasingly willing to splash out on extreme endurance events http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Tom-Kerridge-stars-at-inaugural-PUB15-trade-show/314260 monthly 0.9 2015-02-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH54419_171334.jpg Tom Kerridge stars at inaugural PUB15 trade show Tom Kerridge emphasised the importance of being proactive to drive profitability http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Active-IQ-aims-to-upskill-college-students-with-two-year-exercise-course/314224 monthly 0.9 2015-02-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH478844_717000.jpg Active IQ aims to upskill college students with two-year exercise course The qualification is designed to provide students with a clear line of sight towards a career in active leisure http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Cornish-spa-hotel-transformation-project-begins/314175 monthly 0.9 2015-02-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH941119_678337.jpg Cornish spa hotel transformation project begins Within the main historic building there will be a 120-seat brasserie and conference and meeting facilities, including a suite for weddings and events http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Health-clubs-go-on-the-market-for-£1-each/314165 monthly 0.9 2015-02-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Health clubs go on the market for £1 each Members are put through their paces at the Hearts Ladies Health Club launch of Les Mills Bodypump claases http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Kings-Head-Hotel-to-unveil-day-spa-in-March-2015/314089 monthly 0.9 2015-02-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH843175_408900.jpg Kings Head Hotel to unveil day spa in March 2015 The 45-bedroom hotel was closed for eight years for a £7.5m makeover http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Hatherley-Manor-Hotel-to-invest-in-£3m-spa-to-achieve-four-star-rating/314088 monthly 0.9 2015-02-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH188489_481005.jpg Hatherley Manor Hotel to invest in £3m spa to achieve four-star rating Originally discussed back in 2002, the plans to build a spa were shelved. Now, however, the investment money will come from the business itself http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Manchester-City-becomes-first-football-club-to-unveil-wearable-match-day-app/314138 monthly 0.9 2015-02-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH271283_137615.jpg Manchester City becomes first football club to unveil wearable match day app The CityMatchday Wear app has been designed for the Android Watch http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Golf-Tourism-England-clubs-together-England-Golf-for-new-partnership/314131 monthly 0.9 2015-02-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH681658_497266.jpg Golf Tourism England clubs together England Golf for new partnership Golf Tourism England CEO Andrew Cooke aims to emulate the success of countries like Scotland and Ireland http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Center-Parcs-owner-engages-banks-on-£25bn-listing/314122 monthly 0.9 2015-02-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH579522_375215.jpg Center Parcs owner 'engages banks' on £2.5bn listing Center Parcs, the resort chain helmed by Martin Dalby, is reportedly being taken public by owner Blackstone http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/2014-Another-record-year-for-tourism-but-China-concerns-linger/314095 monthly 0.9 2015-02-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ 2014: Another record year for tourism, but China concerns linger The number of inbound visits reached a record 34.8 million, up by nearly 2 million – 6 per cent – on 2013 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-web-based-resource-launched-for-sports-clubs/314042 monthly 0.9 2015-02-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH325205_221303.jpg New web-based resource launched for sports clubs The resources will offer a wide range of help to grassroots clubs http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/QHotels-invests-£15m-in-day-spa-for-Manchester/313966 monthly 0.9 2015-02-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH599169_820757.jpg QHotels invests £1.5m in day spa for Manchester Charlie Thompson, group spa support manager at QHotels and chair of the UK Spa Association, says the objective is to create a first-class day spa in Manchester http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Older-people-and-men-increasingly-seeking-cosmetic-surgery-survey/313975 monthly 0.9 2015-02-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH323799_631819.jpg Older people and men increasingly seeking cosmetic surgery: survey 57 per cent of the surgeons responding to the survey said clients were looking to rejuvenate rather than enlarge features http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/The-Spa-Hotel-at-Ribby-Hall-Village-opens-new-wellness-centre/313978 monthly 0.9 2015-02-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH550998_651035.jpg The Spa Hotel at Ribby Hall Village opens new wellness centre The Wellness Centre, is an extension to the existing thermal zone spa http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Xercise4Less-to-launch-range-of-pregnancy-focused-exercise-services/313921 monthly 0.9 2015-02-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH678957_989312.jpg Xercise4Less to launch range of pregnancy-focused exercise services Xercise4Less health and fitness executive Sarah Philp with her son Isaac http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Construction-begins-on-destination-spa-in-Devon/313914 monthly 0.9 2015-02-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Construction begins on destination spa in Devon The 1,700sq m (18,299sq ft) spa will use the hotel’s own in-house brand of natural products for treatments http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Spring-summer-start-for-£2bn-Covent-Garden-Market-regeneration/313913 monthly 0.9 2015-02-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH666457_291520.jpg Spring/summer start for £2bn Covent Garden Market regeneration Records of the market can be traced back to 1654, while the current neo-classical structure dates back to the 1830s http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Tune-Hotels-announces-further-London-expansion-plans/313871 monthly 0.9 2015-02-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH570391_892411.jpg Tune Hotels announces further London expansion plans The new Tune Hotel Canary Wharf is targeted at workers in the financial district http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Seven-sports-to-receive-extra-funding-for-Rio-Olympic-cycle/313930 monthly 0.9 2015-02-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH153247_323259.jpg Seven sports to receive extra funding for Rio Olympic cycle The seven sports receiving extra funding include fencing http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/InstructAbility-training-programme-plans-northern-expansion/313892 monthly 0.9 2015-02-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH405230_55288.jpg InstructAbility training programme plans northern expansion Once qualified through InstructAbility, instructors are placed within gyms to gain work experience and to encourage other disabled people to get active http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Gleneagles-Hotel-and-golf-resort-on-the-market-for-£200m/313903 monthly 0.9 2015-02-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH293340_440108.jpg Gleneagles Hotel and golf resort on the market for £200m The 850-acre site features a 232-bedroom hotel and three golf courses http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Silver-screen-favourite-Stoke-Park-gets-£500000-gym-upgrade/313895 monthly 0.9 2015-02-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH229083_785635.jpg Silver screen favourite Stoke Park gets £500,000 gym upgrade The upmarket gym offers memberships for around £100 per month http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/First-ever-European-Sport-Tourism-Awards-to-be-held-in-May/313864 monthly 0.9 2015-02-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH806734_69713.jpg First ever European Sport Tourism Awards to be held in May The awards will reward innovation and achievement in sport tourism http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Rugby-World-Cup-to-provide-£22bn-boost-to-the-UK-economy/313858 monthly 0.9 2015-02-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH966158_239221.jpg Rugby World Cup to provide £2.2bn boost to the UK economy England will host the tournament for the first time since 1991 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Lifetime-Training-pairs-with-PTA-Global-for-advanced-personal-training-course/313853 monthly 0.9 2015-02-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH340245_14398.jpg Lifetime Training pairs with PTA Global for advanced personal training course The course covers a wide range of key skills for personal trainers http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/London-boutique-fitness-market-coming-of-age-says-Heartcore-founder/313838 monthly 0.9 2015-02-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ London boutique fitness market coming of age, says Heartcore founder Heartcore Fitness co-founder Brian Schuring expects 2015 to be a big year for boutique group fitness http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Qatar-takes-control-of-Londons-Canary-Wharf/313810 monthly 0.9 2015-02-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH309792_510161.jpg Qatar takes control of London’s Canary Wharf Songbird Estates has accepted a £2.6bn takeover bid for Canary Wharf http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/VisitBritain-targets-£70m-tourism-boost-for-UK-countryside/313808 monthly 0.9 2015-02-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH136038_499617.jpg VisitBritain targets £70m tourism boost for UK countryside (From left) Paul Roden, chair of Peak District and Derbyshire Tourist Board; Jim Dixon, tourism consultant; Mark Di-Toro, VisitBritain head of media; and Devonshire Group CEO Richard Reynolds launch the campaign at Chatsworth House in Derbyshire http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-Spa-Association-pushes-forward-with-benchmarking-initiative/313786 monthly 0.9 2015-01-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH583601_976809.jpg UK Spa Association pushes forward with benchmarking initiative Alex De Carvalho, vice chair of the association in charge of market intelligence, hopes more spas will contribute to the benchmarking system http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/GLL-expansion-continues-with-North-Country-Leisure-merger/313774 monthly 0.9 2015-01-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH498789_360169.jpg GLL expansion continues with North Country Leisure merger GLL managing director Mark Sesnan said the enterprise has decided it wants to take its operations nationally and outside London http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Active-People-Survey-–-swimming-plunges-to-new-depths-while-team-sports-prosper/313752 monthly 0.9 2015-01-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif Active People Survey – swimming plunges to new depths while team sports prosper The number of young people playing sport regularly has increased in the past 12 months http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/£75m-Tewkesbury-leisure-centre-to-launch-in-2016/313718 monthly 0.9 2015-01-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH869862_66800.jpg £7.5m Tewkesbury leisure centre to launch in 2016 Build work on the Pozzoni Architects-designed leisure centre is set to start on 9 February http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Southwark-Council-to-pilot-free-leisure-access-for-young-and-old/313719 monthly 0.9 2015-01-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH121186_630734.jpg Southwark Council to pilot free leisure access for young and old School kids and pensioners alike will enjoy more access to physical activity under the pilot http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Cosmetic-surgery-popularity-declines/313690 monthly 0.9 2015-01-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH913713_670473.jpg Cosmetic surgery 'popularity declines' The industry has been under intense scrutiny since the PIP breast implant scandal in 2012 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Glasgow-2014-contracts-worth-£510m-to-local-economy/313736 monthly 0.9 2015-01-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH389056_575350.jpg Glasgow 2014 contracts worth £510m to local economy Glasgow 2014 has been hailed as providing the local economy with a £669m boost http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Xercise4Less-to-push-ahead-with-7-new-sites/313728 monthly 0.9 2015-01-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH871575_723442.jpg Xercise4Less to push ahead with 7 new sites The Brierley Hill Xercise4Less, which launches on Friday (30 January), features 40 treadmills http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/First-class-fitness-facility-planned-for-Wigan-sports-centre/313713 monthly 0.9 2015-01-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH159247_364903.jpg 'First class' fitness facility planned for Wigan sports centre The first phase of construction work at Howe Bridge Sports Centre is underway http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/University-of-Edinburgh-unveils-major-Cardio-gym-refurb/313704 monthly 0.9 2015-01-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH862165_16552.jpg University of Edinburgh unveils major Cardio gym refurb The opening ceremony was conducted by the University of Edinburgh's Jim Aitken (left), Precor marketing manager Jonathan Griffiths (right) and elite student athlete Rhona Auckland http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/England-to-host-U17-football-European-Championships-in-2018/313702 monthly 0.9 2015-01-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ England to host U17 football European Championships in 2018 England won the U17 championships last year http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/1Rebel-launches-first-boutique-in-City-of-London/313691 monthly 0.9 2015-01-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH315193_79693.jpg 1Rebel launches first boutique in City of London The club’s interior, which has been designed by London-based architecture firm Studio C102, is described as 'industrial luxe' http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/US-investors-buy-Jurys-Inn-group-for-£680m/313689 monthly 0.9 2015-01-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH528687_828503.jpg US investors buy Jurys Inn group for £680m Jurys Inn employs about 2,000 people and operates 7,000 rooms http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/The-Ritz-Londons-recently-refurbished-spa-partners-with-Elemis/313670 monthly 0.9 2015-01-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH818909_345804.jpg The Ritz London's recently refurbished spa partners with Elemis Situated on the seventh floor of the hotel, the design of the spa salon reflects the Louis XVI interiors of the hotel. http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Cambridge-United-abandons-plans-for-new-stadium/313682 monthly 0.9 2015-01-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH465817_912937.jpg Cambridge United abandons plans for new stadium The Abbey has been the home ground of Cambridge United FC since 1932 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Tourism-Alliance-urges-government-rethink-on-Air-Passenger-Duty/313674 monthly 0.9 2015-01-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Tourism Alliance urges government rethink on Air Passenger Duty Tourism Alliance chair Ufi Ibrahim warns the move could undermine efforts to boost regional tourism http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Medi-spa-cosmetic-surgeon-certification-rules-to-change/313652 monthly 0.9 2015-01-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH478892_817777.jpg Medi-spa cosmetic surgeon certification rules to change The whole cosmetic surgery industry has been under intense scrutiny since thousands of women were fitted with substandard breast implants made by Poly Implant Prothese (PIP) http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Virgin-Active-to-offer-Tough-Mudder-training-sessions/313627 monthly 0.9 2015-01-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH725994_968210.jpg Virgin Active to offer Tough Mudder training sessions Tough Mudder has attracted more than 1.5 million participants to date http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Matfen-Hall-launches-£300000-thermal-spa/313561 monthly 0.9 2015-01-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH66161_326349.jpg Matfen Hall launches £300,000 thermal spa There is a 16m (52ft) swimming pool and spa pool in addition to the new thermal suite http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Beauty-Experts-Academy-launched-by-three-female-entrepreneurs/313591 monthly 0.9 2015-01-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH52232_361878.jpg Beauty Experts Academy launched by three female entrepreneurs The academy will run a specialised programme to help companies get the most from their team and business http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Tour-de-France-helps-Yorkshire-break-tourism-records/313590 monthly 0.9 2015-01-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH895090_279588.jpg Tour de France helps Yorkshire break tourism records The peloton riding up Hullen Edge Lane in Yorkshire during the stage 2 of Le Tour de France 2014 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Pete-Burt-named-new-managing-director-of-WLCT/313568 monthly 0.9 2015-01-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH226857_739345.jpg Pete Burt named new managing director of WLCT New managing director Pete Burt has been with the Trust for more than 10 years http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Humphrey-Cobbold-appointed-new-Pure-Gym-CEO/313562 monthly 0.9 2015-01-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH256663_677790.jpg Humphrey Cobbold appointed new Pure Gym CEO Peter Roberts (left) is delighted to have appointed Humphrey Cobbold as his successor http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Meditation-could-prevent-workforce-absenteeism-UK-cross-party-inquiry/313559 monthly 0.9 2015-01-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH217496_689286.jpg Meditation could prevent workforce absenteeism: UK cross-party inquiry Members of the all party group stressed that teachers, prison officers and nurses would benefit from mindfulness training http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Introducing-the-pilot-scheme-behind-the-£2m-This-Girl-Can-campaign/313556 monthly 0.9 2015-01-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH436336_504424.jpg Introducing: the pilot scheme behind the £2m This Girl Can campaign The I Will If You Will scheme was introduced in September 2013 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/BMF-first-to-receive-ukactive-Outdoor-Code-of-Practice-certification/313546 monthly 0.9 2015-01-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH808213_119424.jpg BMF first to receive ukactive Outdoor Code of Practice certification Operating outdoors requires different competencies and carries different risks to traditional workouts, says BMF's Rob Love http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Poundland-cuts-the-fat-with-£1-fitness-range/313547 monthly 0.9 2015-01-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH824635_276154.jpg Poundland cuts the fat with £1 fitness range High street heavyweights like Poundland and Sports Direct are shaking up the budget fitness sector http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Indie-hotel-gym-given-New-Year’s-facelift/313524 monthly 0.9 2015-01-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH161380_491201.jpg Indie hotel gym given New Year’s facelift The addition of Life Fitness Discover SE consoles means gym members can now use technology to tailor and track their workouts http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Victoria-Branch-swaps-Premier-for-new-consultancy-venture/313517 monthly 0.9 2015-01-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH325575_577172.jpg Victoria Branch swaps Premier for new consultancy venture Branch says it's a dream to set up her own consultancy http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Edinburgh-council-to-consider-£43m-Meadowbank-stadium-replacement-plans/313476 monthly 0.9 2015-01-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH561066_134711.jpg Edinburgh council to consider £43m Meadowbank stadium replacement plans The Meadowbank stadium was built for the 1970 Commonwealth Games http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Ramside-Hall-Hotel-to-partner-with-ESPA-for-new-spa/313420 monthly 0.9 2015-01-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Ramside Hall Hotel to partner with ESPA for new spa The spa will offer 12 treatment rooms. Other leisure facilities to be developed include a gym, dance studio, hair salon and an Asian-style restaurant and bar http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Shaun-the-Sheep-to-front-£4m-stay-cation-marketing-campaign/313458 monthly 0.9 2015-01-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH225700_883356.jpg Shaun the Sheep to front £4m stay-cation marketing campaign Shaun the Sheep is making his big screen debut in 2015 with the release of his very first movie http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Xercise4Less-targets-100-gyms-by-2017/313390 monthly 0.9 2015-01-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH413841_153381.jpg Xercise4Less targets 100 gyms by 2017 Xercise4Less founder and CEO Jon Wright is expanding his chain across the country http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Rochdales-Link4Life-appoints-permanent-chief-executive/313394 monthly 0.9 2015-01-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH280007_997574.jpg Rochdale’s Link4Life appoints permanent chief executive Gillian Bishop has a strong background in working with local authorities http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Luxury-hotel-and-spa-proposed-for-£34m-marina-development/313340 monthly 0.9 2015-01-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH987022_653177.jpg Luxury hotel and spa proposed for £34m marina development Greg Clark, Conservative MP for the region will decide whether the development is to receive state funding http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Hotel-acquisitions-and-development-in-Europe’s-top-cities-essential-for-survival-in-2015-report/313355 monthly 0.9 2015-01-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH708727_942906.jpg Hotel acquisitions and development in Europe’s top cities essential for survival in 2015: report Munich: one of the ‘hot cities’ identified in the HVS preview of 2015 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Nuffield-Health-teams-up-with-Amateur-Swimming-Association/313325 monthly 0.9 2015-01-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH531116_669825.jpg Nuffield Health teams up with Amateur Swimming Association Nuffield Health will offer the lessons to both members and non-members http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Green-light-for-£52m-Warrington-regeneration-scheme/313331 monthly 0.9 2015-01-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH341307_447255.jpg Green light for £52m Warrington regeneration scheme The mixed-use scheme is slated for completion in 2019 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Owner-of-bacteria-infested-spa-ordered-to-pay-damages-to-four-teenagers/313250 monthly 0.9 2015-01-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH354023_465082.jpg Owner of bacteria-infested spa ordered to pay damages to four teenagers Water tests had not been carried out in more than a year, according to an investigation carried out by local health inspectors http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Push-to-improve-disabled-access-at-UK-sports-venues/313318 monthly 0.9 2015-01-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH122129_83578.jpg Push to improve disabled access at UK sports venues Swansea was one of only three Premier League clubs to meet the requirements for disability spaces set out in the Accessible Stadia Guide http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sports-industry-professionals-feature-on-New-Years-Honours-list/313312 monthly 0.9 2015-01-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH725372_272432.jpg Sports industry professionals feature on New Year's Honours list Sarah Hunter, part of the triumphant England Women's Rugby Team, received an MBE http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Nuffield-Health-leads-calls-for-‘head-of-wellbeing’-in-every-secondary-school/313304 monthly 0.9 2015-01-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Nuffield Health leads calls for ‘head of wellbeing’ in every secondary school Nuffield Health CEO David Mobbs says schools must take note of the wellbeing of their staff and pupils http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/David-Lloyd-lands-exclusive-tie-up-for-Les-Mills-Immersive-Fitness-concept/313296 monthly 0.9 2015-01-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH133774_888475.jpg David Lloyd lands exclusive tie-up for Les Mills Immersive Fitness concept The concept fuses group fitness with virtual reality http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Former-jail-in-England-poised-to-become-a-themed-luxury-spa/313263 monthly 0.9 2015-01-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH591957_507779.jpg Former jail in England poised to become a themed luxury spa The proposed site dates back to the 1700s http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/VisitBritain-forecasts-2015-to-be-another-record-year-for-tourism/313254 monthly 0.9 2015-01-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH349166_731250.jpg VisitBritain forecasts 2015 to be another record year for tourism Sally Balcombe took charge of the UK tourism agency in September 2014 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Reynolds-flagship-health-club-and-spa-opens/313161 monthly 0.9 2014-12-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH275858_370063.jpg Reynolds' flagship health club and spa opens The 28,000sq ft (2,601sq m) health club features a new wing for beauty, spa and changing facilities http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/énergie-Group-racks-up-100000th-member/313209 monthly 0.9 2014-12-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH788698_406515.jpg énergie Group racks up 100,000th member énergie chair and CEO Jan Spaticchia (left) with Sir Ranulph Fiennes at the évolution conference http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Government-approval-for-new-industry-led-hair-and-beauty-apprenticeships/313133 monthly 0.9 2014-12-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH873882_463500.jpg Government approval for new industry-led hair and beauty apprenticeships George Hammer of Urban Retreat says the standards will benefit the student and the employer alike http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Bannatyne-finance-director-arrested-– accused-of-multi-million-pound-fraud/313095 monthly 0.9 2014-12-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif Bannatyne finance director arrested – accused of multi-million pound fraud Police are investigating a possible fraud at Duncan Bannatyne's Darlington-based business http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Ethnic-diversity-sports-awards-to-be-launched-next-year/313080 monthly 0.9 2014-12-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Ethnic diversity sports awards to be launched next year The awards will celebrate the success and achievements of BME athletes http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/ukactives-Turning-the-tide-of-inactivity-scoops-Public-Affairs-Award/313048 monthly 0.9 2014-12-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH613125_406128.jpg ukactive's Turning the tide of inactivity scoops Public Affairs Award ukactive CEO David Stalker fronted the successful campaign http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-indie-gym-to-offer-‘train-more-pay-less’-package/313009 monthly 0.9 2014-12-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH977340_248494.jpg New indie gym to offer ‘train more, pay less’ package The project is being headed up by Philip Wright, an ex-Arabic interpreter for the British Army in Afghanistan and Iraq http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Government-launches-parliamentary-group-for-running/312991 monthly 0.9 2014-12-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH773945_906440.jpg Government launches parliamentary group for running The government is making concerted efforts to promote running to work http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/BMF-rounds-off-year-with-double-appointment/312988 monthly 0.9 2014-12-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH494471_549475.jpg BMF rounds off year with double appointment New head of events Alex Stanley joins from sports management firm IMG http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Manchester-United-grounds-team-among-2014-IOG-award-winners/312984 monthly 0.9 2014-12-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif Manchester United grounds team among 2014 IOG award winners The IOG awards ceremony was held at stadiumMK last night http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Glasgow-2014-running-track-relaid-at-Grangemouth-Stadium/312898 monthly 0.9 2014-12-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH389056_575350.jpg Glasgow 2014 running track relaid at Grangemouth Stadium The track in use during the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Active-Training-Awards-2014-winners-announced/312871 monthly 0.9 2014-11-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH410809_554737.jpg Active Training Awards 2014 winners announced Representatives from Schwinn Cycling collect their award from CIMSPA's David Stalker (centre) and Tara Dillon (left), plus Active IQ's Jenny Patrickson (right) http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Exclusive-énergie-set-for-‘biggest-growth-ever-in-2015/312812 monthly 0.9 2014-11-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH976195_763187.jpg Exclusive: énergie set for ‘biggest growth ever’ in 2015 énergie chief Jan Spaticchia started the fitness franchise in 2003 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http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Fitness-firms-urged-to-upskill-young-employees-through-free-apprenticeship-scheme/312743 monthly 0.9 2014-11-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH653187_329425.jpg Fitness firms urged to upskill young employees through free apprenticeship scheme Training is delivered through a combination of distance learning supported by Focus Training tutors and workshop attendance http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Fitness-wearables-will-dip-but-then-bounce-back-says-study/312711 monthly 0.9 2014-11-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif Fitness wearables will dip, but then bounce back, says study Wearables need to evolve to offer more functionality than smartphones, says Gartner http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Marketing-and-operations-advice-dominates-Spa-Life-UK/312702 monthly 0.9 2014-11-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH123652_707846.jpg Marketing and operations advice dominates Spa Life UK B J Cunningham, brand expert and visiting professor gave a talk on customer loyalty http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sport-Northern-Ireland-launches-mental-health-and-wellbeing-programme/312678 monthly 0.9 2014-11-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH530706_875880.jpg Sport Northern Ireland launches mental health and wellbeing programme The scheme will be supported by former Arsenal captain Tony Adams (far right) and his Sporting Chance charity http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Dilapidated-hospital-to-be-transformed-into-boutique-hotel/312629 monthly 0.9 2014-11-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/410897_121962.jpg Dilapidated hospital to be transformed into boutique hotel In 2012, TV chef Jason Lloyd hosted a dinner party with experts from paranormal group Haunted Planet at Birkwood Castle in the hope of experiencing paranormal activity http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Fitness-apps-to-be-promoted-through-the-NHS/312581 monthly 0.9 2014-11-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH432392_90567.jpg Fitness apps to be promoted through the NHS The use of smartphone fitness apps will be promoted to NHS patients under a Department of Health initiative http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Mediterranean-diet-is-best-way-to-tackle-obesity-say-doctors/312618 monthly 0.9 2014-11-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH573653_604086.jpg Mediterranean diet is best way to tackle obesity, say doctors The traditional Mediterranean diet, which is higher in fat reduces the risk of heart attack and stroke even within months of implementation http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/The-spa-at-Ribby-Hall-gets-set-for-expansion/312546 monthly 0.9 2014-11-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH158858_409204.jpg The spa at Ribby Hall gets set for expansion The hotel, staffed by 105 employees, will remain open throughout the renovation http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Grimsby-Town-confirms-ambitious-£200m-stadium-plans/312616 monthly 0.9 2014-11-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH135224_367143.jpg Grimsby Town confirms ambitious £200m stadium plans The club has played at Blundell Park for more than 115 years http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Burnham-outlines-Labour-vision-for-activity-focused-NHS/312571 monthly 0.9 2014-11-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH137917_923758.jpg Burnham outlines Labour vision for activity-focused NHS Andy Burnham delivers his keynote at the ukactive National Summit 2014 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Hodgson-concerned-over-NFL-impact-on-Wembley-pitch/312556 monthly 0.9 2014-11-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH192652_539589.jpg Hodgson concerned over NFL impact on Wembley pitch Hodgson said the pitch was 'not in the best of nick' at a recent press conference http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Exclusive-LA-fitness-‘premiumising-London-and-looking-to-grow/312547 monthly 0.9 2014-11-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH792955_665805.jpg Exclusive: LA fitness ‘premiumising’ London and looking to grow There will be 10 LAX clubs in London by the end of 2015, says CEO Martin Long http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Multidisciplinary-health-clinic-Be-Well-London-to-open-on-26-November/312512 monthly 0.9 2014-11-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH744806_818528.jpg Multidisciplinary health clinic Be Well London to open on 26 November The Be Well London clinic will also offer a full ‘Health MOT’ at the University of Westminster clinic in Fitzrovia http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Barry’s-Bootcamp-to-launch-second-London-studio/312501 monthly 0.9 2014-11-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH707926_863716.jpg Barry’s Bootcamp to launch second London studio The new studio will follow the nightclub theme and high intensity workout mantra of the first Barry’s Bootcamp in Euston http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Discrimination-against-minorities-still-rife-in-football/312492 monthly 0.9 2014-11-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH302277_975871.jpg Discrimination against minorities still "rife" in football Chris Powell is one of two black managers currently employed by the 92 professional league clubs http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Africa-Cup-of-Nations-under-threat-as-host-Morocco-misses-deadline/312474 monthly 0.9 2014-11-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH435996_110725.jpg Africa Cup of Nations under threat as host Morocco misses deadline The Africa Cup of Nations is due to be held in Morocco from 17 January to 8 February 2015 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/GB-Basketball-gets-emergency-£118m-funding-from-Sport-England/312446 monthly 0.9 2014-11-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH781105_786135.jpg GB Basketball gets emergency £1.18m funding from Sport England British Basketball has welcomed the consultation http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/MMA-themed-indie-gym-packs-a-punch-with-new-premises/312410 monthly 0.9 2014-11-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH584793_330264.jpg MMA-themed indie gym packs a punch with new premises The new open-plan site spans across two floors http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Gloucester-Rugby-in-profit-for-fourth-year-running/312416 monthly 0.9 2014-11-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH576440_36607.jpg Gloucester Rugby in profit for fourth year running Gloucester Rugby CEO Steve Vaughan joined the club after working on the London 2012 Games http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Les-Mills-launches-‘Born-to-Move-childhood-activity-initiative/312408 monthly 0.9 2014-11-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH18376_821705.jpg Les Mills launches ‘Born to Move’ childhood activity initiative Everyone Active is the first operator to provide Born To Move, initially offering the classes across 10 of its leisure centres http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/PT-company-to-upskill-entire-workforce-in-anticipation-of-exercise-referrals/312371 monthly 0.9 2014-11-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH708267_394901.jpg PT company to upskill entire workforce in anticipation of exercise referrals The entire LSF-PT team of personal trainers, exercise coaches and specialists working across the UK will meet the new standards http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sport-England-launches-This-Girl-Can-campaign/312334 monthly 0.9 2014-11-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH42152_813330.jpg Sport England launches This Girl Can campaign The campaign aims to inspire women to get more active http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Les-Mills-UK-bolsters-team-with-raft-of-appointments/312271 monthly 0.9 2014-10-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH647944_823067.jpg Les Mills UK bolsters team with raft of appointments (L-R) New recruits Justine Williams, Dave Alstead and Natalie Prescott http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Clinique-and-Bobbi-Brown-pop-up-boutiques-join-luxury-branded-stores-in-Covent-Garden-London/312238 monthly 0.9 2014-10-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH913453_367665.jpg Clinique and Bobbi Brown pop-up boutiques join luxury branded stores in Covent Garden, London The digital pod experience at the Clinique pop-up takes clients through the stresses and strain facial skin is put under during the day http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/University-of-Nottingham-to-build-£40m-sports-complex/312256 monthly 0.9 2014-10-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH868911_746133.jpg University of Nottingham to build £40m sports complex An artist's impression of the new £40m sports complex http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Ramside-Hall-Hotel-UK-spends-£18m-on-extended-leisure-facilities/312227 monthly 0.9 2014-10-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif Ramside Hall Hotel, UK, spends £18m on extended leisure facilities A new spa is expected to open in May 2015, offering 12 treatment rooms http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-Sport-to-consider-changing-funding-criteria-after-Rio-2016/312226 monthly 0.9 2014-10-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH781105_786135.jpg UK Sport to consider changing funding criteria after Rio 2016 British Basketball has welcomed the consultation http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Celebrity-studded-gym-chain-Third-Space-bought-by-investment-firm-Encore/312208 monthly 0.9 2014-10-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH396886_254780.jpg Celebrity-studded gym chain Third Space bought by investment firm Encore Prince Harry is believed to be among The Third Space's famous patrons http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Finalists-announced-for-Active-Training-Awards-2014/312184 monthly 0.9 2014-10-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH436541_146251.jpg Finalists announced for Active Training Awards 2014 Lifetime Training, in partnership with DC Leisure, was crowned Apprenticeship Provider of the Year at the 2013 Active Leisure Awards ceremony http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Latest-round-of-Inspired-Facilities-Fund-announced-–-148-projects-share-£10m/312182 monthly 0.9 2014-10-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif Latest round of 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2014-10-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH487818_793632.jpg Jo Monkhouse swaps Everyone Active for Leisure-net Jo Monkhouse joins her husband David, who became a director at Leisure-net earlier this year http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Winter-Olympic-hero-Jenny-Jones-to-launch-snowsport-club-for-youngsters/312140 monthly 0.9 2014-10-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH315355_610206.jpg Winter Olympic hero Jenny Jones to launch snowsport club for youngsters Jones won the bronze medal at the Sochi 2014 Games http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Power-Rangers-and-Fit-For-Sport-team-up-to-get-kids-moving/312131 monthly 0.9 2014-10-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH584089_642806.jpg Power Rangers and Fit For Sport team up to get kids moving The emPOWER scheme teaches kids and parents the values of being a Power Ranger http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Mark-Talley-joins-Everyone-Active-as-group-fitness-development-manager/312119 monthly 0.9 2014-10-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH513717_71148.jpg Mark Talley joins Everyone Active as group fitness development manager Talley holds a BSc in PE, Sports Science and Recreation Management from Loughborough University http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-government-initiative-aiming-to-strengthen-“fan-power”-at-football-clubs/312118 monthly 0.9 2014-10-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH519139_159737.jpg New government initiative aiming to strengthen “fan power” at football clubs Minister for sport Helen Grant launched the initiative this week http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Cycling-specialist-Neil-Troutman-joins-Keiser-UK-as-master-instructor/312080 monthly 0.9 2014-10-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH531471_207258.jpg Cycling specialist Neil Troutman joins Keiser UK as master instructor Neil Troutman has a breadth of training and management experience http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sport-initiative-to-help-people-with-mental-health-problems/312060 monthly 0.9 2014-10-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH72314_884336.jpg Sport initiative to help people with mental health problems Young people in the highest earning households are more active than those living in underprivileged environments http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/First-projects-completed-under-Sport-Englands-£18m-Primary-Spaces-fund/312002 monthly 0.9 2014-10-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif First projects completed under Sport England’s £18m Primary Spaces fund It is hoped the new funding will improve outdoor sport provision at UK schools http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Indie-gym-fuses-fitness-with-physiotherapy/311995 monthly 0.9 2014-10-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH758025_698059.jpg Indie gym fuses fitness with physiotherapy The décor maintains the club's urban theme through exposed timber and wall murals http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/BBCs-Price-of-Football-survey-ticket-price-increases-outstrip-cost-of-living/311974 monthly 0.9 2014-10-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH824907_677813.jpg BBC’s Price of Football survey: ticket price increases outstrip cost of living The Emirates Stadium, home of Arsenal FC – and the most expensive tickets in UK professional sport http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/LA-fitness-appoints-Sam-Theyers-as-new-national-head-of-fitness/311956 monthly 0.9 2014-10-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH292081_607256.jpg LA fitness appoints Sam Theyers as new national head of fitness Theyers has previously held health and fitness roles in both New Zealand and Dubai http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Manchester-United-legends-to-kick-off-Hotel-Football-in-December/311945 monthly 0.9 2014-10-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH501967_980719.jpg Manchester United legends to kick off Hotel Football in December Ryan Giggs has said the new hotel aims to appeal to both Man United fans and the wider market http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-Sport-to-search-Army-ranks-for-Olympic-medal-hopefuls/311910 monthly 0.9 2014-10-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH307392_468332.jpg UK Sport to search Army ranks for Olympic medal hopefuls Royal Artillery captain Heather Stanning was the first Team GB athlete to win gold at London 2012 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/47-sport-projects-in-Scotland-to-benefit-from-latest-Active-Places-funding-round/311879 monthly 0.9 2014-10-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif 47 sport projects in Scotland to benefit from latest Active Places funding round One of the projects to benefit is a city centre BMX trail in Edinburgh http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sarah-Edmonds-wins-Active-IQ-promotion-after-just-four-months/311845 monthly 0.9 2014-10-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH284641_475340.jpg Sarah Edmonds wins Active IQ promotion after just four months Edmonds possesses 20 years’ experience in the active leisure industry http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Nuffield-Health-secures-£330m-of-funds-to-fuel-expansion/311838 monthly 0.9 2014-10-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif Nuffield Health secures £330m of funds to fuel expansion Nuffield Health chief financial officer Greg Hyatt has overseen the investment deal http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/What’s-driving-the-boom-in-boutique-fitness-studios/311771 monthly 0.9 2014-10-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH900554_426559.jpg What’s driving the boom in boutique fitness studios? London's Athlete Lab is among the many high-profile boutique fitness studio launches seen so far in 2014 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Council-run-£14m-UK-leisure-centre-to-feature-thermal-spa-zone/311806 monthly 0.9 2014-10-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH487443_231571.jpg Council-run £14m UK leisure centre to feature thermal spa zone The spa is expected to attract consumers who may not have considered using a local authority centre previously http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/White-Paper-calls-for-greater-confidence-in-exercise-referrals/311769 monthly 0.9 2014-10-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH345434_806296.jpg White Paper calls for greater confidence in exercise referrals The panel of experts at the recent 'Exercise Is Medicine’ roundtable http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sheffields-Olympic-Legacy-Park-a-step-closer/311794 monthly 0.9 2014-10-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH618694_356476.jpg Sheffield's Olympic Legacy Park a step closer Plans for the Olympic Legacy Park include a community stadium, indoor arena and a 50-bedroom hotel http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Exercise-professionals-under-skilled-for-tackling-inactivity-survey/311707 monthly 0.9 2014-10-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH954163_91817.jpg Exercise professionals 'under-skilled' for tackling inactivity: survey The survey was conducted with 1,200 exercise and management professionals http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Experts-give-views-on-encouraging-exercise-amid-an-inactivity-crisis/311673 monthly 0.9 2014-09-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH980794_875706.jpg Experts give views on encouraging exercise amid an inactivity crisis Experts are looking at ways to encourage activity even in its simplest form http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/LIW-2014-Time-for-public-health-delivery-action-is-now-says-Stalker/311698 monthly 0.9 2014-10-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH995271_437920.gif LIW 2014: Time for public health delivery action is now, says Stalker Stalker urged the physical activity sector to seize its public health delivery chance in his keynote http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Caird-Park-site-chosen-for-Dundee-regional-sports-hub/311672 monthly 0.9 2014-09-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH424255_671402.jpg Caird Park site chosen for Dundee regional sports hub Local football clubs Dundee FC and Dundee United FC are part of a team working on the project http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Cracknell-calls-for-responsible-reporting-on-health-and-fitness/311651 monthly 0.9 2014-09-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH879558_825024.jpg Cracknell calls for responsible reporting on health and fitness Cracknell says the media must consider the wider implications of the way it reports on diet and exercise http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Members-Choice-Health-Club-Awards-2014-The-winners-list-in-full/311683 monthly 0.9 2014-10-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif Members’ Choice Health Club Awards 2014: The winners list in full TV personality Mark Durden-Smith presented the awards for the fourth year running http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-adults-spend-five-times-longer-in-front-of-screens-than-they-do-exercising-poll/311680 monthly 0.9 2014-09-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH460526_775171.jpg UK adults spend 'five times longer' in front of screens than they do exercising: poll Inactivity levels in the UK are becoming increasingly troublesome to people's health http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Portsmouth-FC-clears-all-debts-following-Supporters-Trust-takeover/311661 monthly 0.9 2014-09-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif Portsmouth FC clears all debts following Supporters Trust takeover The club has now declared itself debt-free http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Stalker-New-NICE-guidelines-will-help-strengthen-activity-evidence-base/311642 monthly 0.9 2014-09-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH88839_957618.jpg Stalker: New NICE guidelines will help strengthen activity evidence base ukactive CEO David Stalker has welcomed the new NICE guidelines, which he believes may help physical activity play a bigger role in public health http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Joanne-Bannatyne-bids-to-bring-boutique-indoor-cycling-to-the-north-east/311629 monthly 0.9 2014-09-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH663460_923076.jpg Joanne Bannatyne bids to bring boutique indoor cycling to the north east The trio behind WattCyle (left to right) Lee Howe, Joanne Bannatyne and Andy Mockler http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Focus-training-targets-corporate-market-with-launch-of-Staff-Academy/311601 monthly 0.9 2014-09-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH218811_454157.jpg Focus training targets corporate market with launch of Staff Academy Focus Training operations director Ben Jackson expects the initiative will save businesses money on training http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Keiser-bolsters-UK-business-with-double-appointment/311590 monthly 0.9 2014-09-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH897129_224043.jpg Keiser bolsters UK business with double appointment Nick Startin (left) and Mark Gregory are welcome additions to the Keiser UK team http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Premiership-Rugby-alters-salary-cap-to-boost-home-grown-talent/311564 monthly 0.9 2014-09-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH13949_56709.jpg Premiership Rugby alters salary cap to boost home-grown talent London Wasps and Northampton Saints scrum up during a Saints vs Wasps Premiership match http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Nuffield-Health-showcases-£19m-refurb-at-flagship-London-gym/311562 monthly 0.9 2014-09-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH329801_801518.jpg Nuffield Health showcases £1.9m refurb at flagship London gym The new-look gym – which took nearly three months to complete – will operate in harmony with the site's in-house medical centre http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Revealed-the-exercises-PT-clients-hate-the-most/311548 monthly 0.9 2014-09-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH687888_87923.jpg Revealed: the exercises PT clients hate the most 28 per cent of clients identify the burpee as their least favourite exercise http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Plymouth-led-research-team-given-£13m-funding-to-explore-impact-of-web-tool-on-GP-exercise-referral-scheme/311516 monthly 0.9 2014-09-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif Plymouth-led research team given £1.3m funding to explore impact of web tool on GP exercise referral scheme The trial is expected to take around 37 months to complete http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Health-club-teams-up-with-timber-firm-to-create-beastly-boot-camp/311488 monthly 0.9 2014-09-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH577934_745358.jpg Health club teams up with timber firm to create beastly boot camp Staff from theclub and Fountain Timber MD Steven Sutton (second from left) showcase the new fitness course http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/‘Sharing-isnt-caring-–-health-body-warns-athletes-of-infection-risks/311461 monthly 0.9 2014-09-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH345262_749476.jpg ‘Sharing isn’t caring’ – health body warns athletes of infection risks A survey of rugby players dressing room hygiene habits threw up a number of 'high-risk practices' http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Everyone-Active-joins-PayasUgym-network/311454 monthly 0.9 2014-09-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif Everyone Active joins PayasUgym network Everyone Active operates 93 clubs and leisure venues across the country http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Peppa-Pig-workout-programme-to-tackle-inactivity-among-toddlers/311438 monthly 0.9 2014-09-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/547230_817075.jpg Peppa Pig workout programme to tackle inactivity among toddlers The 45-minute sessions will be designed to 'inspire and engage both parent and child' http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/What-does-an-unhealthy-BMI-look-like/311430 monthly 0.9 2014-09-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH238797_132856.jpg What does an unhealthy BMI look like? The visual scale used as part of the study (pictured) threw up some alarming body perceptions http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/PayasUgym-launches-UK-Fitness-Marketplace-service/311262 monthly 0.9 2014-09-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH789774_644234.jpg PayasUgym launches UK Fitness Marketplace service PayasUgym co-founders Jamie Ward (left) and Neil Harmsworth (right) http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Grayshott-Spa-launches-nurturing-programme-for-post-cancer-patients/311254 monthly 0.9 2014-09-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/984598_59871.jpg Grayshott Spa launches nurturing programme for post-cancer patients Simon Lowe, CEO of Grayshott, hosted the champagne reception with British fashion designer Dame Zandra Rhodes http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Mike-Ashley-reported-to-have-bought-naming-rights-for-Rangers-Ibrox-Stadium-for-just-£1/311231 monthly 0.9 2014-09-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH33554_264969.jpg Mike Ashley reported to have bought naming rights for Rangers' Ibrox Stadium for just £1 Supporters have expressed disappointment at the reports http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Industry-heavyweights-to-rally-across-UK-for-National-Fitness-Day/311238 monthly 0.9 2014-09-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH331009_14169.jpg Industry heavyweights to rally across UK for National Fitness Day Fitness sessions will be taking place across Britain in a bid to get the nation moving http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Work-underway-on-£12m-spa-refurbishment-of-Kinmel-Manor/311228 monthly 0.9 2014-09-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH139255_414805.jpg Work underway on £1.2m spa refurbishment of Kinmel Manor The facility will house a six-treatment room spa with hydrotherapy pool http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Large-golf-resort-planned-for-outskirts-of-Edinburgh-Scotland/311220 monthly 0.9 2014-09-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH416154_201382.jpg Large golf resort planned for outskirts of Edinburgh, Scotland An artist's impression of how the new club house will look http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Former-home-of-Rushden-and-Diamonds-FC-to-be-demolished-to-make-way-for-leisure-development/311160 monthly 0.9 2014-09-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH486813_457056.jpg Former home of Rushden and Diamonds FC to be demolished to make way for leisure development Rushden and Diamonds was forced to dissolve in 2011 due to financial difficulties http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Nearly-half-of-16-year-old-girls-put-off-sport-by-‘ugly’-PE-kit/311114 monthly 0.9 2014-09-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH280258_256270.jpg Nearly half of 16-year-old girls put off sport by ‘ugly’ PE kit The project found that simply changing the traditional PE kit could have a big impact on participation http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Health-leaders-call-for-emergency-obesity-measures/311095 monthly 0.9 2014-09-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif Health leaders call for emergency obesity measures Dr Rachel Pryke, clinical lead for nutrition at the RCGP, says we have reached a state of emergency with childhood obesity http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Boston-Uniteds-£100m-mixed-use-stadium-development-plans-gain-initial-approval/310996 monthly 0.9 2014-08-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH516861_501020.jpg Boston United's £100m mixed-use stadium development plans gain initial approval The community stadium will be the centre of a £100m mixed-use development http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Exclusive-Martin-Long-scotches-LA-fitness-sell-off-speculation/310988 monthly 0.9 2014-08-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif Exclusive: Martin Long scotches LA fitness sell-off speculation Long has been at the helm of LA fitness since moving from Game Group in 2008 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Think-tank-proposes-GPs-prescribe-fitness-classes-in-local-parks/310958 monthly 0.9 2014-08-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH625907_870609.jpg Think-tank proposes GPs prescribe fitness classes in local parks GPs could potentially refer patients to support groups like exercise classes in parks and green spaces http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Pregnancy-Spa-Guide-added-to-UK-spa-booking-website/310961 monthly 0.9 2014-08-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH604688_551284.jpg Pregnancy Spa Guide added to UK spa booking website There is a section within the guide where five top pregnancy spa myths are debunked http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/RAF-appoints-Pulse-as-exclusive-supplier-of-leased-fitness-equipment/310943 monthly 0.9 2014-08-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH967375_157697.jpg RAF appoints Pulse as exclusive supplier of leased fitness equipment Pulse first started supplying the UK's armed forces in April 2013 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Newly-acquired-Irish-club-becomes-largest-in-énergie-estate/310932 monthly 0.9 2014-08-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH771328_313959.jpg Newly-acquired Irish club becomes largest in énergie estate The health club is the first énergie site to feature an indoor climbing wall and squash courts http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/British-Military-Fitness-swells-ranks-with-return-of-founder/310894 monthly 0.9 2014-08-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH380924_158106.jpg British Military Fitness swells ranks with return of founder Harry Sowerby’s return to BMF comes as the company seeks to expand its bootprint across the outdoor fitness market http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Pure-Gym-to-maintain-march-on-Manchester-with-latest-club-launch/310884 monthly 0.9 2014-08-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH193175_644700.jpg Pure Gym to maintain march on Manchester with latest club launch Pure Gym founder and CEO Peter Roberts aims to launch 20 new gyms by the end of 2014, taking the total number of sites to 90 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Portsmouth-becomes-first-football-club-to-complete-successful-crowdfunding-project/310844 monthly 0.9 2014-08-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH26661_25512.jpg Portsmouth becomes first football club to complete successful crowdfunding project The club had been looking for funds to create new youth team facilities http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Paul-Pindar-to-chair-ITC-following-management-buy-out/310831 monthly 0.9 2014-08-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH226292_103053.jpg Paul Pindar to chair ITC following management buy-out Pindar plans to grow ITC's offering in the luxury travel market http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Organic-Beauty-Festival-to-educate-spa-managers-on-organic-certified-products/310820 monthly 0.9 2014-08-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH401201_150679.jpg Organic Beauty Festival to educate spa managers on organic-certified products The Potting Shed Spa in Batley will be offering a range of treatments incorporating organic-certified products throughout September http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/No-pain-no-gain-Wristband-provides-electric-shock-to-help-banish-bad-habits/310777 monthly 0.9 2014-08-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH791361_487066.jpg No pain no gain? Wristband provides electric shock to help banish bad habits The prototype is now available for pre-order and is due to ship in 2015 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Aberdeen-stadium-“will-be-ready-for-2017”/310762 monthly 0.9 2014-08-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif Aberdeen stadium “will be ready for 2017” An artist's impression of the new stadium at Loirston Loch http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-grant-scheme-for-sustainable-community-sports-projects-in-Scotland/310760 monthly 0.9 2014-08-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH765217_36084.jpg New grant scheme for sustainable community sports projects in Scotland The new fund will look to create sustainable community sports facilities http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Virgin-Active-to-launch-tech-savvy-London-health-clubs-in-early-2015/310753 monthly 0.9 2014-08-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH205657_905666.jpg Virgin Active to launch 'tech-savvy' London health clubs in early 2015 The gym chain launched by Richard Branson is in the midst of a three-year £100m UK investment programme http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sheffield-to-host-2017-National-Summer-Games/310732 monthly 0.9 2014-08-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH683518_551601.jpg Sheffield to host 2017 National Summer Games The 2013 Games in Bath attracted more than 1,700 athletes http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/The-Academy-Health-Club-Harrogate-to-undergo-£500000-makeover/310717 monthly 0.9 2014-08-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH722826_299903.jpg The Academy Health Club Harrogate to undergo £500,000 makeover Work on the gym refurbishment will commence on 15 August and the gym will reopen on 1 September 2014 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Industry-leaders-rail-against-‘irresponsible-TV-exercise-claims/310705 monthly 0.9 2014-08-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif Industry leaders rail against ‘irresponsible’ TV exercise claims Dr Michael Mosley made a series of controversial claims during his TV appearance http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Exclusive-Spaticchia-hits-back-at-énergie-reports-in-Irish-press/310646 monthly 0.9 2014-08-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif Exclusive: Spaticchia hits back at énergie reports in Irish press Spaticchia said the legacy of the Jackie Skelly estate meant journalists would always be on the lookout for 'easy' stories about the fate of the clubs http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-health-crisis-a-‘ticking-time-bomb-for-NHS-report/310628 monthly 0.9 2014-08-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH953868_928417.jpg UK health crisis a ‘ticking time-bomb’ for NHS: report Those behind the report say the public chooses to ignore health guidelines in the knowledge that the NHS is on hand to 'pick up the pieces' http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Nuffield-Health-acquires-nine-Virgin-Active-health-clubs/310622 monthly 0.9 2014-08-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH534857_907786.jpg Nuffield Health acquires nine Virgin Active health clubs Nuffield Health Wellbeing MD Dr Andrew Jones says the acquisitions will help strengthen the organisation's integrated health and wellbeing proposition http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Ripped-Gym-expands-to-second-site-in-Basildon/310596 monthly 0.9 2014-08-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH61009_435909.jpg Ripped Gym expands to second site in Basildon The new site took nearly three months to fit out http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/£125m-Flitwick-Leisure-Centre-given-go-ahead/310578 monthly 0.9 2014-08-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH988590_837060.jpg £12.5m Flitwick Leisure Centre given go-ahead Provided a developer can be sought in time, work is expected to begin in autumn, with hopes of a winter 2015 completion date http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Essex-yoga-studio-stretches-out-into-cycle-hub-craze/310542 monthly 0.9 2014-07-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH344632_865178.jpg Essex yoga studio stretches out into cycle hub craze The cycling studio is first UK facility to be kitted out with the new Keiser M3i Bike http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Active-IQ-and-CIMSPA-unite-for-qualification-partnership/310530 monthly 0.9 2014-07-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH883294_251765.jpg Active IQ and CIMSPA unite for qualification partnership CIMSPA chief operating officer Tara Dillon says the new qualifications will extend the management and leadership development options available to its members http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/‘Steps-into-Work-finds-leisure-opportunities-for-students-with-learning-disabilities/310516 monthly 0.9 2014-07-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH48719_906976.jpg ‘Steps into Work' finds leisure opportunities for students with learning disabilities The GLL interns at their passing out ceremony in the London Aquatics Centre http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-sports-facility-guide-published-by-Sport-England/310500 monthly 0.9 2014-07-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH662348_663894.jpg New sports facility guide published by Sport England The guidance will assist local authorities to assess facility needs http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sports-Direct-shop-relocation-opens-door-to-latest-site-for-rival-JD-Gyms/310494 monthly 0.9 2014-07-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH490412_674021.jpg Sports Direct shop relocation opens door to latest site for rival JD Gyms Both JD Sports and HMV occupy prominent spots on Newcastle's popular shopping stretch Northumberland Street http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Cross-party-report-too-few-community-sports-facilities-in-the-UK/310480 monthly 0.9 2014-07-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH805282_965289.jpg Cross party report: too few community sports facilities in the UK The committee said it was concerned over the number and quality of sporting facilities http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Spa-meets-music-trend-Welsh-festival-Green-Man-latest-to-embrace-wellness-offerings/310466 monthly 0.9 2014-07-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH627057_409384.jpg Spa meets music trend: Welsh festival Green Man latest to embrace wellness offerings Spa offerings at music festivals offer attendees the chance to look their best, whatever the weather http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Work-starts-on-Adwick-Leisure-Centre-improvement-plan/310460 monthly 0.9 2014-07-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH87780_433566.jpg Work starts on Adwick Leisure Centre improvement plan The 10-pin bowling addition is expected to look similar to this recent installation in Slough http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Glasgow-hotel-prices-spike-158-per-cent-for-Commonwealth-Games/310448 monthly 0.9 2014-07-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH609309_963071.jpg Glasgow hotel prices spike 158 per cent for Commonwealth Games Hoteliers in Glasgow are expecting a large influx of guests for the 2014 Games http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Construction-to-finally-start-on-new-£84m-Grimsby-Leisure-Centre/310406 monthly 0.9 2014-07-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH253570_747493.jpg Construction to finally start on new £8.4m Grimsby Leisure Centre The new FaulknerBrowns-designed centre will be operated by Lincs Inspire http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Paralympic-champion-Hannah-Cockroft-disabled-children-“missing-out-on-sport”/310398 monthly 0.9 2014-07-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH535600_935684.jpg Paralympic champion Hannah Cockroft: disabled children “missing out on sport” Hannah Cockroft (second from right) with children at a Youth Sport Trust event http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Football-based-mental-health-project-wins-UEFA-award/310362 monthly 0.9 2014-07-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/199488_938846.jpg Football-based mental health project wins UEFA award Certificate presentation with John Hollins, former Chelsea FC defender and manager (centre) http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Pure-Gym-to-push-forward-with-expansion-despite-failed-merger/310347 monthly 0.9 2014-07-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif Pure Gym to push forward with expansion despite failed merger Pure Gym founder and CEO Peter Roberts is undeterred by the setback http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Exclusive-1Rebel-gym-chain-hits-£115m-crowdfunding-target-in-11-days/310315 monthly 0.9 2014-07-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif Exclusive: 1Rebel gym chain hits £1.15m crowdfunding target in 11 days (Left to right) Ops director Kevin Yates, model Lauren Capulet, co-founder James Balfour, model El Wood and co-founder Giles Dean http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Polytan-owner-SportGroup-acquires-Australian-sports-pitch-company-Team-Sports/310312 monthly 0.9 2014-07-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH790416_917793.jpg Polytan owner SportGroup acquires Australian sports pitch company Team Sports A Polytan surface at the Dalian stadium in China http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Focus-Training-makes-triple-tutor-appointment/310302 monthly 0.9 2014-07-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/540423_437890.jpg Focus Training makes triple tutor appointment Personal trainers (left to right) Zoey Rufus, Sarah Boyd and Becky Thomson aim to boost the tutor support team http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Crowne-Plaza-Hotel-Marlow-to-receive-£500000-health-club-and-spa-upgrades/310277 monthly 0.9 2014-07-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH864433_851843.jpg Crowne Plaza Hotel Marlow to receive £500,000 health club and spa upgrades The Quad health club and spa looks out onto the property's lake http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Tottenham-Hotspur-receives-final-go-ahead-for-£400m-stadium-plans/310276 monthly 0.9 2014-07-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif Tottenham Hotspur receives final go-ahead for £400m stadium plans An artist's impression of Spurs' new home http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Gymbox-secures-£10m-in-funding-to-expand-beyond-London-to-cities-across-the-UK/310254 monthly 0.9 2014-07-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH181235_733839.jpg Gymbox secures £10m in funding to expand beyond London to cities across the UK Gymbox is set to expand across the UK after securing a £10m investment with an additional £7m in fresh loans http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sportscotland-unveils-new-£20m-facility-fund/310228 monthly 0.9 2014-07-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH765217_36084.jpg Sportscotland unveils new £20m facility fund The fund will be used to create new regional and national facilities http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-training-portal-offers-exercise-video-library/310218 monthly 0.9 2014-07-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH175652_574274.jpg New training portal offers exercise video library Plans are in place to add more courses to the portal in the near future http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Report-Women-in-danger-of-remaining-“second-class-citizens”-in-sport/310202 monthly 0.9 2014-07-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif Report: Women in danger of remaining “second class citizens” in sport The IOC Executive Board in 2013 - only three women among the 15 members http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/National-Sport-Centre-receives-£7m-upgrade/310180 monthly 0.9 2014-07-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH236462_777729.jpg National Sport Centre receives £7m upgrade Sports minister Helen Grant at the opening of the redeveloped Bisham Abbey http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Flame-Awards-2014-The-winners-list-in-full/310140 monthly 0.9 2014-07-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif Flame Awards 2014: The winners list in full The glitzy awards ceremony saw roughly 800 industry representatives in attendance http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/London-2012-global-legacy-project-reaches-25-million-children/310110 monthly 0.9 2014-07-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH151691_462807.jpg London 2012 global legacy project reaches 25 million children The programme looks to empower children through sport in some of the poorest areas of the world http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Xen-Do-martial-arts-aiming-to-kick-off-expansion/310080 monthly 0.9 2014-06-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH592358_529524.jpg Xen-Do martial arts aiming to kick off expansion Xen-Do's instructors boast a range of international martial arts accolades between them http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/The-Gym-Group-merger-with-Pure-Gym-stalled-by-Competition-and-Markets-Authority/310054 monthly 0.9 2014-06-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif The Gym Group merger with Pure Gym stalled by Competition and Markets' Authority The Gym Group CEO John Treharne is due to replicate his role at the new company, if the merger is approved http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/GYM-MK-back-in-business-after-equipment-overhaul/310046 monthly 0.9 2014-06-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH330585_90623.jpg GYM MK back in business after equipment overhaul As part of Cybex’s full service offering, GYM MK also received marketing support for the design, production and installation of onsite branding and artwork http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Charter-launched-to-encourage-Welsh-LGBT-community-to-take-part-in-sport/310036 monthly 0.9 2014-06-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH193023_658988.jpg Charter launched to encourage Welsh LGBT community to take part in sport (From left to right) Sport Wales’ Emma Tobutt; Wales’ minister for culture and sport John Griffiths; LGBT Sport Cymru Network chair Helen Adams; and Stonewall’s Andrew White. http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Scotland-invests-in-artificial-turf-seven-new-sports-pitches-open-in-June/310032 monthly 0.9 2014-06-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH63933_492547.jpg Scotland invests in artificial turf - seven new sports pitches open in June The indoor 3g pitch at the Inverclyde National Training Centre http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Disability-report-blasts-leisure-centres-over-accessibility/310017 monthly 0.9 2014-06-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif Disability report blasts leisure centres over accessibility Many older people with impaired vision find that barriers are preventing them from exercising http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Manchester-City-owner-to-spearhead-new-£1bn-Manchester-regeneration-project/309999 monthly 0.9 2014-06-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif Manchester City owner to spearhead new £1bn Manchester regeneration project Sheikh Mansour is the owner of Abu Dhabi United Group, the company that took over Manchester City Football Club in September 2008 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/University-sport-gets-£10m-funding-boost/309978 monthly 0.9 2014-06-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH397397_430746.jpg University sport gets £10m funding boost The funding aims to increase sport participation at universities http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Wimbledon-kicks-off-with-improved-fan-engagement-technology/309964 monthly 0.9 2014-06-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH635895_322456.jpg Wimbledon kicks off with improved fan engagement technology Fans will be able to use real-time statistics and data to enrich their spectator experience http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Green-light-for-artificial-surfing-lake-in-Bristol-UK/309960 monthly 0.9 2014-06-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH480645_324707.jpg Green light for artificial surfing lake in Bristol, UK A CGI of how the visitor centre will appear, overlooking the surf lake http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Ofsted-report-highlights-chasm-in-sporting-opportunities-between-state-and-private-schools/309950 monthly 0.9 2014-06-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH225137_543193.jpg Ofsted report highlights chasm in sporting opportunities between state and private schools The report highlights the lack of access to competitive sport for pupils in state schools http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/D2F-Fitness-secures-exclusive-distribution-rights-to-latest-Reebok-fitness-line/309907 monthly 0.9 2014-06-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH858783_232329.jpg D2F Fitness secures exclusive distribution rights to latest Reebok fitness line The range consists of over 90 products, including the famous Reebok Step, which celebrates its 25th anniversary this year http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Exclusive-Sports-Direct-assumes-control-of-first-health-club/309883 monthly 0.9 2014-06-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif Exclusive: Sports Direct assumes control of first health club It has been a long-held goal of Sports Direct founder Mike Ashley to enter the health club market http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Plans-for-£78m-Welsh-hotel-dont-meet-local-social-housing-rules/309867 monthly 0.9 2014-06-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH119756_174555.jpg Plans for £7.8m Welsh hotel don't meet local social housing rules Gwynedd Council says the provision of affordable housing is a priority for an area such as Abersoch http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Cross-party-UK-parliamentary-report-calls-for-action-on-concussion-protocols/309860 monthly 0.9 2014-06-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH358280_635358.jpg Cross-party UK parliamentary report calls for action on concussion protocols The report calls for more coherent action to help implement better approaches to concussion http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Change4Life-and-Disney-announce-partnership-to-boost-kids-activity-levels/309852 monthly 0.9 2014-06-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH854880_210856.jpg Change4Life and Disney announce partnership to boost kids' activity levels The scheme will look to get children to do a few extra 10-minute bursts of exercise each day http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Fitness-industry-group-exercise-leaders-create-Bosu-3dxtreme/309838 monthly 0.9 2014-06-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH10556_231732.jpg Fitness industry group exercise leaders create Bosu 3dxtreme The session is based on what BOSU call ‘triplex training;’ the concept of fusing cardio, conditioning and core to achieve a lean and strong physique http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Harlow-Leisurezone-expands-offerings-with-children’s-soft-play-centre/309834 monthly 0.9 2014-06-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH583238_733881.jpg Harlow Leisurezone expands offerings with children’s soft play centre The three-storey facility will include slides, a glide rail and a section for younger children, as well as a cafe and seating area for parents http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/ukactive-to-restructure-board-as-part-of-review/309806 monthly 0.9 2014-06-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH946017_999808.jpg ukactive to restructure board as part of review CEO David Stalker will be on the oversight committee tasked with ensuring the efficacy of the review process http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Irish-golf-complex-snapped-up-by-Kennedy-Wilson-Europe/309796 monthly 0.9 2014-06-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH14700_532720.jpg Irish golf complex snapped up by Kennedy Wilson Europe The seafront hotel boasts a course designed by golfing legend Bernhard Langer, plus 138 bedrooms and conferencing facilities http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Fitness-First-lands-Team-GB-training-contract/309782 monthly 0.9 2014-06-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH468785_501649.jpg Fitness First lands Team GB training contract Fitness First’s UK managing director Martin Seibold (left) and BOA chair Lord Sebastian Coe launch the new partnership http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Study-Football-most-beneficial-to-improve-the-health-of-senior-men/309752 monthly 0.9 2014-06-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH314130_229327.jpg Study: Football most beneficial to improve the health of senior men The football participants made a 30 per cent improvement in muscle function http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Aqua-Sana-spa-at-Center-Parcs-Woburn-Forest-has-opened-its-doors/309751 monthly 0.9 2014-06-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/785209_141759.jpg Aqua Sana spa at Center Parcs Woburn Forest has opened its doors A new steam bath cabin with a mineral infusion system is one of the spa's many offerings http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Young-Pioneers-help-to-tackle-childhood-obesity/309736 monthly 0.9 2014-06-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH305451_764392.jpg Young Pioneers help to tackle childhood obesity Lancaster was presented with a Points of Light award recognising his volunteering efforts http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Bolton-Wanderers-granted-outline-planning-permission-for-£100m-sport-education-and-office-development/309714 monthly 0.9 2014-06-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH153482_774000.jpg Bolton Wanderers granted outline planning permission for £100m sport, education and office development Bolton Wanderers will build a new sports academy as part of the £100m development http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Premier-League-club-revenues-reach-£3bn-landmark/309665 monthly 0.9 2014-06-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif Premier League club revenues reach £3bn landmark The Premier League attracts some of the world's best players - but clubs spend 71 per cent of their revenues on wages as a result http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-recruits-promote-outreach-schemes-for-overweight-children-in-Oldham/309670 monthly 0.9 2014-06-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/221439_838605.jpg New recruits promote outreach schemes for overweight children in Oldham Peter Wolstenholme is the first full time officer of OCL’s in-house GP referral scheme and has been appointed due to an increase in referrals http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-health-club-membership-surges-past-8-million/309656 monthly 0.9 2014-06-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH294666_762337.gif UK health club membership surges past 8 million Low cost operators like John Treharne's The Gym Group continue to drive UK health and fitness industry growth http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Pulse-Fitness-targets-gym-start-ups-with-equipment-hire-initiative /309642 monthly 0.9 2014-06-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH420731_771900.jpg Pulse Fitness targets gym start-ups with equipment hire initiative Operators can choose from a variety of different stations, such as treadmills, cross trainers, R bikes, steppers, U-Cycles and strength equipment http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/StreetGames-to-create-200-pop-up-sport-clubs-for-disadvantaged-children/309622 monthly 0.9 2014-06-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH224316_873664.jpg StreetGames to create 200 pop up sport clubs for disadvantaged children Commonwealth champion Kelly Sotherton at the launch of the project http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-Zumba-Combo-Qualification-launched-for-instructors/309610 monthly 0.9 2014-06-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH631120_164520.jpg New Zumba Combo Qualification launched for instructors The course takes four days to complete and will launch in London at the end of June http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Three-quarters-of-British-men-to-be-overweight-or-obese-by-2030-study/309592 monthly 0.9 2014-05-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH911143_474986.jpg Three quarters of British men to be overweight or obese by 2030: study Results show three out of four men will be at risk of heart disease or a stroke in the next 16 years http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Voyas-seaweed-skincare-to-treat-Aer-Lingus-business-class-passengers/309589 monthly 0.9 2014-05-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH870317_51704.jpg Voya's seaweed skincare to treat Aer Lingus business class passengers Voya's products from the sea are taking to skies to be sold in-flight with Aer Lingus http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/REPs-announces-2014-South-East-Fitness-Convention/309588 monthly 0.9 2014-05-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH502139_376450.jpg REPs announces 2014 South East Fitness Convention The event will be held at ExCeL London in Greenwich http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Port-Talbot-Town-FC-tables-stadium-plans/309538 monthly 0.9 2014-05-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif Port Talbot Town FC tables stadium plans Plans for the stadium include a health club and community spaces http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/énergie-signs-five-club-Fit4less-deal-in-London/309533 monthly 0.9 2014-05-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH235604_907181.jpg énergie signs five-club Fit4less deal in London énergie Group CEO Jan Spaticchia has plans for roughly 30 new Fit4less gyms to open by the end of the year http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Mandarin-Oriental-Hyde-Park-launches-new-fitness-focused-wellbeing-centre/309518 monthly 0.9 2014-05-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH399096_97566.jpg Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park launches new fitness-focused wellbeing centre The fitness centre will be available to a limited private membership http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Flame-Awards-2014-finalists-unveiled/309492 monthly 0.9 2014-05-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH798257_737584.jpg Flame Awards 2014 finalists unveiled The 2013 Flame Awards also took place in Telford http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Updated-South-African-Benchmark-Report-due-in-July-2014/309490 monthly 0.9 2014-05-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH779016_962423.jpg Updated South African Benchmark Report due in July 2014 The 2009 results showed treatment revenue per spa had decreased by 16 per cent between 2007-8 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Nuffield-Health-Wellbeing-pushing-forward-with-digital-innovation-to-progress-corporate-offerings/309453 monthly 0.9 2014-05-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH398354_378875.jpg Nuffield Health Wellbeing pushing forward with digital innovation to progress corporate offerings The charity has created a new e-health system to make its services more accessible http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/SIBEC-UK-2014-draws-to-a-close/309456 monthly 0.9 2014-05-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH794088_420673.jpg SIBEC UK 2014 draws to a close The newly-refurbished Belfry in Birmingham was the site for SIBEC UK 2014 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/London-studio-saddles-up-to-join-the-cycle-focused-health-club-craze/309408 monthly 0.9 2014-05-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif London studio saddles up to join the cycle-focused health club craze Live streamed heart rates appear on large screens allowing riders to monitor their progress and ensure instructors are teaching to each rider’s individual target zone http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/How-can-we-tackle-problematic-inactivity-levels-in-the-UK/309424 monthly 0.9 2014-05-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH108361_899036.jpg How can we tackle problematic inactivity levels in the UK? A number of experts have called for more discussion across different sectors http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/SIBEC-UK-2014-underway-at-The-Belfry/309422 monthly 0.9 2014-05-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH524048_789669.jpg SIBEC UK 2014 underway at The Belfry The newly-refurbished Belfry is the site for SIBEC UK 2014 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Administrators-put-Welsh-Quay-Hotel-and-Spa-on-the-market-for-£7m/309419 monthly 0.9 2014-05-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH373315_546755.jpg Administrators put Welsh Quay Hotel and Spa on the market for £7m Owned by Albemarle Leisure, the hotel and spa is operated separately by Deganwy Quay Ltd under a lease http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Jim-Graham-joins-The-Gym-Group-as-chief-operating-officer/309402 monthly 0.9 2014-05-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH805905_247190.jpg Jim Graham joins The Gym Group as chief operating officer Pending regulatory approval of The Gym Group's merger with Pure Gym, Graham will become commercial director of the new group http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Natural-trend-sparks-sales-stall-for-haircare-products-says-research/309319 monthly 0.9 2014-05-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH370841_349063.jpg 'Natural' trend sparks sales stall for haircare products, says research As many as a fifth of UK women are attracted to the convenience of 2-in-1 shampoo products http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Spa-bookings-agency-adds-plus-size-category-to-its-search-criteria/309329 monthly 0.9 2014-05-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH324194_319201.jpg Spa bookings agency adds 'plus size' category to its search criteria The ‘plus size’ category is designed to help consumers find spas which welcome and accommodate all shapes and sizes http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Report-small-increase-in-number-of-female-leaders-within-English-sport/309294 monthly 0.9 2014-05-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH72167_325483.jpg Report: small increase in number of female leaders within English sport There are now more high-profile female sporting role models than ever before - but women still lag behind men in the number of leadership roles http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/ARK-Leisure-founders-return-with-‘Dragons-Den-like-investment-venture/309284 monthly 0.9 2014-05-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH285329_579536.jpg ARK Leisure founders return with ‘Dragons’ Den-like’ investment venture Socius co-founder Andy Kay says social media has proved a fruitful marketplace for business leads http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Premier-Global-announces-85-per-cent-yearly-profit-growth/309280 monthly 0.9 2014-05-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH329466_46518.jpg Premier Global announces 85 per cent yearly profit growth Debra Stuart, CEO of Premier Global, said the company deployed an aggressive strategy as the economy showed signs of improvement http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/£4m-Active-Clubs-grant-scheme-launched-for-Northern-Ireland/309278 monthly 0.9 2014-05-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif £4m Active Clubs grant scheme launched for Northern Ireland The grants will look to increase participation numbers http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Cherkley-Court-regains-planning-permission-after-Appeal-Court-overturns-rejection- /309269 monthly 0.9 2014-05-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH814603_288653.jpg Cherkley Court regains planning permission after Appeal Court overturns rejection A High Court decision has been overturned at the Appeal Court regarding plans for the stately home http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Industry-leaders-identify-key-issues-at-active-net-2014/309232 monthly 0.9 2014-05-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH466337_862721.jpg Industry leaders identify key issues at active-net 2014 CIMSPA's interim chief operating officer Tara Dillon stressed the need for physical activity organisations to invest in staff http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Forces-in-Afghanistan-peddle-group-cycling-instructor-training-course/309168 monthly 0.9 2014-05-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH377064_408128.jpg Forces in Afghanistan peddle group cycling instructor training course British forces at Kandahar Airfield base in Afghanistan after a hard group cycling session http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/active-net-2014-Industry-must-take-heed-of-microgym-success/309126 monthly 0.9 2014-04-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH579004_376012.jpg active-net 2014: Industry must take heed of microgym success Microgyms like Fitness First's BEAT are becoming increasingly popular, causing health and fitness experts to urge greater innovation from the wider industry in order to keep up http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Entrepreneurs-awarded-innovation-funding-to-boost-active-lifestyles-in-Britain/309124 monthly 0.9 2014-04-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH603255_378716.jpg Entrepreneurs awarded innovation funding to boost active lifestyles in Britain The four ventures are seeking to increase sport and activity participation levels http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/David-Lloyd-and-Universal-Music-join-forces-to-launch-workout-playlist-app/309074 monthly 0.9 2014-04-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH41300_229086.jpg David Lloyd and Universal Music join forces to launch workout playlist app The app continues the growing trend for professionally-curated and customisable workout playlists http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-uni-course-delves-deep-into-the-business-of-football/309054 monthly 0.9 2014-04-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH858829_469184.jpg New uni course delves deep into the business of football Students will examine the management of power relationships in football, a skill that helped Sir Alex Ferguson become arguably the greatest manager of all time http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Ben-Ainslie-launches-inner-city-sailing-academy-in-Southampton/309048 monthly 0.9 2014-04-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH833004_180115.jpg Ben Ainslie launches 'inner-city sailing academy' in Southampton Olympic champion sailor Ben Ainslie at the launch of the academy http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Disability-sport-in-England-to-receive-£8m-boost/309036 monthly 0.9 2014-04-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH281285_647907.jpg Disability sport in England to receive £8m boost A record number of disabled people now play sport regularly http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Mark-Bremners-3d-Leisure-launches-fitness-facility-at-Lambeth-Academy/309034 monthly 0.9 2014-04-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH109343_520102.jpg Mark Bremner’s 3d Leisure launches fitness facility at Lambeth Academy 3d Leisure, helmed by managing director Mark Bremner, oversaw the new launch at the school, which was established in 2004 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Places-for-People-to-oversee-major-investment-projects-as-part-of-new-contract-wins/309023 monthly 0.9 2014-04-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH355615_853233.jpg Places for People to oversee major investment projects as part of new contract wins Places for People Leisure’s business development manager Robin Knight is delighted to have secured two new long-term contracts http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Most-children-wouldnt-miss-competitive-aspect-of-school-sport/309012 monthly 0.9 2014-04-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH133806_478290.jpg Most children wouldn't miss competitive aspect of school sport More than half of children (64 per cent) don't see winning as an important aspect of sport http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sport-an-important-tool-for-promoting-the-UK-globally/309000 monthly 0.9 2014-04-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blank.gif Sport an "important tool" for promoting the UK globally London 2012 had a significant impact on how the international community perceives the UK http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Community-initiative-launched-to-train-50000-sport-leaders/308992 monthly 0.9 2014-04-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH997510_129867.jpg Community initiative launched to train 50,000 'sport leaders' The initiative was launched jointly by (from left to right) Debbie Lye, CEO of Spirit of 2012 Trust; Linda Plowright, CEO of Sports Leaders UK; John Tucker, partnerships director, ukactive; Holly Austen-Davies, community life manager, Asda. http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Tom-Daley-Diving-Academy-to-launch-in-London/308966 monthly 0.9 2014-04-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH503796_876483.jpg Tom Daley Diving Academy to launch in London The Olympic medallist has endorsed the academy http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Life-Fitness-sets-sights-on-public-sector-with-new-appointments /308947 monthly 0.9 2014-04-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH473898_359734.jpg Life Fitness sets sights on public sector with new appointments Before joining Life Fitness, Rebecca Knight spent four years as an area sales manager at Technogym http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Watford-girls-school-upgrades-gym-gear/308953 monthly 0.9 2014-04-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH982938_887644.jpg Watford girls school upgrades gym gear The functional and varied equipment is suited to the gym’s predominantly female clientele http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Eden-Hotel-Collection-invests-12m-in-waterfront-hotel-development/308918 monthly 0.9 2014-04-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH706488_640422.jpg Eden Hotel Collection invests £12m in waterfront hotel development Located in South Sands, Salcombe, the hotel will feature a private beach and an extensive terrace with sea views of British coastline http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Dave-Brailsford-steps-down-from-British-Cycling/308904 monthly 0.9 2014-04-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH713857_534270.jpg Dave Brailsford steps down from British Cycling Brailsford joined British Cycling in 1998 and became performance director in 2003 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Workingtons-£94m-leisure-centre-plans-unveiled-by-Allerdale-Council /308878 monthly 0.9 2014-04-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH111025_978915.jpg Workington’s £9.4m leisure centre plans unveiled by Allerdale Council The proposed £9.4m leisure centre would be built in Workington town centre http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Olympic-athletes-commission-joins-Professional-Players-Federation/308870 monthly 0.9 2014-04-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH817169_640399.jpg Olympic athletes' commission joins Professional Players Federation BAC represents the UK's Olympic and Paralympic athletes http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/ukactive-highlights-its-credentials-to-be-regulator-of-national-activity-strategy/308864 monthly 0.9 2014-04-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH982531_409070.jpg ukactive highlights its credentials to be regulator of national activity strategy ukactive is 'uniquely positioned' to effectively manage the evaluation of a national plan, says CEO David Stalker http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Bannatynes-pumps-£850000-into-north-east-club-upgrades/308816 monthly 0.9 2014-04-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH773409_647526.jpg Bannatyne's pumps £850,000 into north east club upgrades Bannatyne’s Fitness north east regional manager Colin MacGillivray http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Unfinished-multi-million-euro-Irish-Kilternan-Hotel-complex-faces-major-writedown/308758 monthly 0.9 2014-04-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/417114_636183.jpg Unfinished multi-million euro Irish Kilternan Hotel complex faces major writedown The development occupies 300 acres in the foothills of the Dublin mountains http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Education-entertainment-and-a-mystery-guest-at-active-net-2014/308738 monthly 0.9 2014-04-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH40096_778716.jpg Education, entertainment and a mystery guest at active-net 2014 In between networking sessions and one-to-one meetings, are targeted educational tracks and high-level industry panel debates http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Are-health-clubs-doing-enough-to-appeal-beyond-the-middle-classes/308700 monthly 0.9 2014-03-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH591223_614042.jpg Are health clubs doing enough to appeal beyond the middle classes? Research has spurred discussion around the class debate http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Leisure-net-Solutions-and-David-Monkhouse-Consulting-to-merge/308698 monthly 0.9 2014-03-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH658603_48486.jpg Leisure-net Solutions and David Monkhouse Consulting to merge Mike Hill (left) and David Monkhouse will pool their companies' resources as of 1 April http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Local-authority-extends-multi-million-pound-loan-to-Buxton-Crescent-Thermal-Spa-development/308685 monthly 0.9 2014-03-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH211957_65823.jpg Local authority extends multi-million pound loan to Buxton Crescent Thermal Spa development The luxury 79-room hotel and spa project's completion date has been delayed until 2016. http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/General-manager-appointed-to-YTL-owned-Gainsborough-Bath-Spa-hotel/308680 monthly 0.9 2014-03-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH152076_822590.jpg General manager appointed to YTL-owned Gainsborough Bath Spa hotel Martin Clubbe, new general manager of The Gainsborough Bath Spa, previously worked for Macdonald Hotels http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Tiddenfoot-Leisure-Centre-goes-green-with-energy-harnessing-equipment/308647 monthly 0.9 2014-03-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH415418_561967.jpg Tiddenfoot Leisure Centre goes green with energy-harnessing equipment Members work up a worthwhile sweat as their workouts provide power for the leisure centre http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Dalesauna-supplies-low-cost-infrared-sauna-technology/308633 monthly 0.9 2014-03-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH327838_946133.jpg Dalesauna supplies low cost infrared sauna technology New low cost and safe infrared technology is developed by Dalesauna http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Further-£20m-earmarked-for-simplified-Inspired-Facilities-fund/308622 monthly 0.9 2014-03-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blank.gif Further £20m earmarked for 'simplified' Inspired Facilities fund The funding has assisted 1,300 projects since 2011 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Headline-speakers-announced-for-Flame-2014/308614 monthly 0.9 2014-03-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH72508_587648.jpg Headline speakers announced for Flame 2014 As ever, this year's conference will include the Flame Awards, which last year winners crowned across 11 different categories http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Fitness-First-makes-microgym-debut-with-BEAT/308610 monthly 0.9 2014-03-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH782820_680597.jpg Fitness First makes microgym debut with BEAT The new club runs 14 sessions a day with a 5-class format designed to suit a range of different levels and abilities http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Fitness-Firsts-Mike-Balfour-invests-in-a-new-high-intensity-gym-chain/308580 monthly 0.9 2014-03-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/334844_176533.jpg Fitness First's Mike Balfour invests in a new 'high intensity' gym chain One Rebel aims to cash in on the growing demand for interval training http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Moderate-exercise-is-not-as-effective-as-strenuous-exercise-at-preventing-flu/308570 monthly 0.9 2014-03-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH57309_381208.jpg Moderate exercise is not as effective as strenuous exercise at preventing flu A boost to your work out could banish the flu virus http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Precor-partners-with-YMCA-to-get-young-people-fit-and-active/308560 monthly 0.9 2014-03-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH85256_152894.jpg Precor partners with YMCA to get young people fit and active As part of the deal, equipment provider Precor will raise funds for the YMCA charity through a series of fun-filled events http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Poor-pitches-blamed-for-decline-in-grassroots-football/308554 monthly 0.9 2014-03-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH560530_694656.jpg Poor pitches blamed for decline in grassroots football Councils have been blamed for lack of investment in facilities http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Psycle-pushing-exercisers-to-face-the-music/308552 monthly 0.9 2014-03-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH297370_747454.jpg Psycle pushing exercisers to face the music Psycle uses high intensity interval and low impact exercises conducted on a bike http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Couch-potatoes-and-living-room-aerobics-–-Britains-workout-habits-revealed/308528 monthly 0.9 2014-03-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH988476_775684.jpg Couch potatoes and living room aerobics – Britain’s workout habits revealed One in five Britons blame their lethargy on lack of time, while 15 per cent admit to feeling uncomfortable going to the gym or swimming pool because they feel too unfit http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Opening-date-set-for-spa-at-Cornwall-eco-retreat-in-the-UK /308524 monthly 0.9 2014-03-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH586138_877035.jpg Opening date set for spa at Cornwall eco-retreat in the UK Holistic treatments will be on offer in the spa's four treatment rooms http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Optimistic-future-for-British-snowboarding/308482 monthly 0.9 2014-03-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH579427_419687.jpg Optimistic future for British snowboarding Jones gets some pre-Games practise at Xscape Braehead http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Inverclyde-Leisure-installs-Legend-system-to-improve-efficiency/308476 monthly 0.9 2014-03-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH955721_472807.jpg Inverclyde Leisure installs Legend system to improve efficiency The Trust has installed a Legend Club Management system across 13 of its facilities http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Prince-Harry-launches-Invictus-Games-for-injured-soldiers/308468 monthly 0.9 2014-03-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH862052_209930.jpg Prince Harry launches Invictus Games for injured soldiers Prince Harry visited the Warrior Games in May 2013 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/LA-fitness-plans-to-sell-33-clubs-to-help-secure-its-long-term-future/308464 monthly 0.9 2014-03-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH803946_664114.jpg LA fitness plans to sell 33 clubs to help secure its long-term future The business will launch a sale process of 33 clubs as part of a restructure http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Staff-intervention-key-to-promoting-functional-training/308432 monthly 0.9 2014-03-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blank.gif Staff intervention key to promoting functional training Burnley Borough Council have managed to 'crack the code' of popularising functional training, but many are struggling to replicate this http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/£1m-fund-launched-to-help-communities-run-sport-facilities-in-Scotland/308426 monthly 0.9 2014-03-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blank.gif £1m fund launched to help communities run sport facilities in Scotland The fund will help communities own and operate sports clubs http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/£5m-flood-relief-fund-to-tackle-damage-to-sports-facilities/308414 monthly 0.9 2014-03-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH120834_540772.jpg £5m flood relief fund to tackle damage to sports facilities Hundreds of clubs have suffered from the weather http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Obesity-hospital-admissions-much-higher-for-women-say-new-figures/308402 monthly 0.9 2014-02-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH698592_486432.jpg Obesity hospital admissions much higher for women, say new figures Figures show that female admissions were more than twice as high as men during 2012-13 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Women’s-weight-training-could-be-key-to-growing-gym-market-study/308388 monthly 0.9 2014-02-25T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH226884_665645.jpg Women’s weight training could be key to growing gym market: study Precor’s poll of 500 women found women have negative perceptions of weights http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-Spa-Association-board-elections-to-take-place-on-24-February/308361 monthly 0.9 2014-02-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH947069_585832.jpg UK Spa Association board elections to take place on 24 February Monday’s AGM will take place during the Professional Beauty trade show at ExCeL London http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Helen-Grant-women-should-be-offered-the-sport-they-want/308354 monthly 0.9 2014-02-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH215896_921503.jpg Helen Grant: women should be offered the sport they want Sports minister Helen Grant http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Pampering-for-pooches-at-new-dog-spa/308352 monthly 0.9 2014-02-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH233688_642572.jpg Pampering for pooches at new dog spa Dogs become divas at the new Dog Spa in Whitby http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/David-Lloyd-Leisure-in-search-for-new-club-locations/308342 monthly 0.9 2014-02-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH609433_918081.jpg David Lloyd Leisure in search for new club locations After opening its first group training studio in Islington, David Lloyd Leisure is now seeking further city and town centre locations http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Street-League-and-Decathlon-team-up-to-get-young-people-into-the-workplace- /308328 monthly 0.9 2014-02-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH242798_680148.jpg Street League and Decathlon team up to get young people into the workplace Originally founded as an organisation working with homeless people in 2001, Street League now works with 16 to 25-year-olds who are not in employment http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Former-kickboxing-champ-to-open-London-HIIT-gym/308322 monthly 0.9 2014-02-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH687461_550400.jpg Former kickboxing champ to open London HIIT gym HiiT Studios will open in London's popular Bankside area, a short distance from the Tate Modern http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Premier-and-Les-Mills-team-up-to-offer-exercise-to-music-qualification/308308 monthly 0.9 2014-02-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/994208_475634.jpg Premier and Les Mills team up to offer exercise to music qualification The exercise to music qualification provides learners with the prerequisite knowledge to go on and complete any of the Les Mills programmes http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Government-review-doesnt-go-far-enough-to-help-consumers-says-BABTAC/308306 monthly 0.9 2014-02-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH735205_321824.jpg Government review doesn't go far enough to help consumers, says BABTAC The Government’s report has laid out a number of key suggestions to improve regulation in the sector http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Lizzy-Yarnolds-Olympic-gold-a-journey/308298 monthly 0.9 2014-02-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH30517_138770.jpg Lizzy Yarnold's Olympic gold - a journey Lizzy Yarnold at the Sochi Winter Olympic Games http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Ceri-Lewis-joins-SportsArt-Fitness/308296 monthly 0.9 2014-02-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH925107_779396.jpg Ceri Lewis joins SportsArt Fitness Ceri Lewis has previously worked for Fitness First and LOCOG http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Cybex-UK-expands-to-new-headquarters/308292 monthly 0.9 2014-02-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH555764_296490.jpg Cybex UK expands to new headquarters The onsite gym at Cybex's new headquarters will serve as a showcase site for the manufacturer’s fitness equipment. http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Joanne-Bannatyne-opens-gym-near-ex-husbands-health-club/308282 monthly 0.9 2014-02-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH540606_747290.jpg Joanne Bannatyne opens gym near ex-husband's health club CrossFit Jacana, which features Again Faster equipment and Wolverson competition kettlebells, offers a range of high intensity CrossFit classes in addition to open gym sessions http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/£26m-makeover-of-Belfry-resort-nearing-completion/308267 monthly 0.9 2014-02-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH479272_687505.jpg £26m makeover of Belfry resort nearing completion The Belfry has hosted four Ryder Cup tournaments and is home to several PGA approved golf courses http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Caudalie-chooses-London-to-launch-boutique-and-spa-concept/308266 monthly 0.9 2014-02-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blank.gif Caudalie chooses London to launch boutique and spa concept Mathilde Thomas, founder of Caudalie http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Aromatherapy-Associates-Geraldine-Howard-excited-by-post-takeover-potential/308244 monthly 0.9 2014-02-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH778826_359418.jpg Aromatherapy Associates' Geraldine Howard excited by post-takeover potential Aromatherapy Associates was founded by Geraldine Howard and business partner Sue Beechey in 1985 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/West-Ham-signs-deal-to-sell-stadium-in-2016/308230 monthly 0.9 2014-02-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH409183_272960.jpg West Ham signs deal to sell stadium in 2016 West Ham United's Boleyn Ground http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Balbirnie-Gym-in-Fife-Scotland-completes-redevelopment/308220 monthly 0.9 2014-02-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH377535_441803.jpg Balbirnie Gym in Fife, Scotland, completes redevelopment Balbirnie's new basement gym http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Green-light-for-£5m-Fylde-Coast-leisure-project/308187 monthly 0.9 2014-02-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH27629_744608.jpg Green light for £5m Fylde Coast leisure project The Poulton site will gain a new state-of-the-art spa with aqua-thermal journey http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/GLL-expands-property-portfolio-by-acquiring-Dagenhams-Sporthouse/308154 monthly 0.9 2014-02-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH642833_352145.jpg GLL expands property portfolio by acquiring Dagenham's Sporthouse The Sporthouse was an official Games training venue for London 2012 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Nearly-two-thirds-of-nations-adults-overweight-Public-Health-England/308153 monthly 0.9 2014-02-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH533415_306846.jpg Nearly two-thirds of nation's adults overweight: Public Health England At present, health problems associated with being overweight or obese cost the health service over £5 billion each year. http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/House-Spa-to-open-at-Dormy-House-this-week/308107 monthly 0.9 2014-02-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH126414_679345.jpg House Spa to open at Dormy House this week Ecover, the green cleaning products brand, is thought to be behind the spa http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Swim-instructor-training-scheme-gets-large-scale-roll-out/308080 monthly 0.9 2014-01-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH473342_410383.jpg Swim instructor training scheme gets large-scale roll out The initial pilot scheme ran across five centres in Bristol and Plymouth http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-ad-campaign-pitches-Bath-as-ultimate-detox-destination/308077 monthly 0.9 2014-01-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH471898_187057.jpg New ad campaign pitches Bath as ultimate detox destination The campaign hopes to attract visitors seeking a post-Christmas pick-me-up http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Stadium-of-Cornwall-plans-back-on/308072 monthly 0.9 2014-01-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blank.gif Stadium of Cornwall plans back on The new stadium has been designed by The Miller Partnership http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Service-sector-leads-UK-economic-recovery/308068 monthly 0.9 2014-01-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH398373_337778.jpg Service sector leads UK economic recovery Overall, the UK economy grew by 1.9 per cent in 2013, its strongest rate since 2007 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/BMI-obesity-measure-for-ethnic-minorities-should-be-lower-says-NICE/308066 monthly 0.9 2014-01-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH582833_72753.jpg BMI obesity measure for ethnic minorities should be lower, says NICE Ethnic minority groups are up to six times more likely to be diagnosed with type 2 diabetes or stroke than those in the wider population. http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Cardiff-Council-reveals-£9m-Splott-pool-plans/308042 monthly 0.9 2014-01-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH127661_437129.jpg Cardiff Council reveals £9m Splott pool plans An artist's impression of the new community hub http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Train-Fitness-to-launch-a-la-carte-gym-concept/308026 monthly 0.9 2014-01-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/573509_88429.jpg Train Fitness to launch 'a la carte' gym concept The sleek spin room at Train Fitness has the feel of a nightclub http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/LA-fitness-–-diversifying-or-downsizing/308012 monthly 0.9 2014-01-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH230963_441725.jpg LA fitness – diversifying or downsizing? The company expects to deliver LA 20 sessions to over 12,000 people in February http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Fitness-First-to-invest-£270m-in-brand-makeover/307996 monthly 0.9 2014-01-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH941891_462111.jpg Fitness First to invest £270m in brand makeover The Freestyle zones are a new feature for Fitness First http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-Sport-and-England-launch-Major-Events-Legacy-fund/307982 monthly 0.9 2014-01-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blank.gif UK Sport and England launch Major Events Legacy fund The fund will be open to all NGBs http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/InstructAbility-rolls-out-2014-training-programmes/307972 monthly 0.9 2014-01-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH423959_51812.jpg InstructAbility rolls out 2014 training programmes Courses will run across the south of England during 2014 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/The-Wave-submits-plans-for-Bristol-surfing-lake/307970 monthly 0.9 2014-01-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH488276_137258.jpg The Wave submits plans for Bristol surfing lake The Wave aims to bring surfing inland http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Swansea-pool-chosen-as-Welsh-performance-centre-for-swimming/307956 monthly 0.9 2014-01-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH671345_539306.jpg Swansea pool chosen as Welsh performance centre for swimming The National Pool in Swansea http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Spafinder-ventures-into-TV-advertising/307882 monthly 0.9 2014-01-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH238364_973456.jpg Spafinder ventures into TV advertising Bevan: promoting gifting and Spafinder search http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Football-Foundation-passes-£1bn-grassroots-investment-mark/307852 monthly 0.9 2014-01-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH710654_747803.jpg Football Foundation passes £1bn grassroots investment mark Over 12,000 projects funded since the Foundation's launch http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sport-England-invests-£75m-in-developing-sports-in-deprived-areas/307833 monthly 0.9 2013-12-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blank.gif Sport England invests £7.5m in developing sports in deprived areas £7.5m specifically for boosting sporting opportunities in deprived communities http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Spa-sector-losing-bookings-through-poor-handling-of-customer-enquiries-survey/307750 monthly 0.9 2013-12-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blank.gif Spa sector losing bookings through poor handling of customer enquiries - survey Only six per cent of spas ask potential clients making a telephone enquiry what benefits they want from a treatment http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Scarboroughs-Crown-Spa-targets-further-glory-after-Grand-Prix-gold-award/307774 monthly 0.9 2013-12-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/671341_146893.jpg Scarborough's Crown Spa targets further glory after Grand Prix gold award The award-winning Crown team with Leisure Media MD Liz Terry http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Scottish-school-sport-to-receive-£6m-funding-boost/307772 monthly 0.9 2013-12-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif Scottish school sport to receive £6m funding boost Scotland aims to become the "best place in the world" for a child to grow up actively http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/No-change-in-number-of-people-playing-sport-following-London-2012/307770 monthly 0.9 2013-12-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blank.gif No change in number of people playing sport following London 2012 Canoeing was one of five Olympic sports to increase participation numbers http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Newcastle-United-unveils-plans-for-new-training-complex/307708 monthly 0.9 2013-12-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH681007_771990.jpg Newcastle United unveils plans for new training complex Work will begin in May 2015 with completion set for early 2016 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Plans-revealed-for-five-star-hotel-and-spa-in-Tunbridge-Wells-UK /307632 monthly 0.9 2013-12-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH623513_120051.jpg Plans revealed for five-star hotel and spa in Tunbridge Wells, UK The hotel and spa is planning to be built on the grounds of the Salomon estate in Tunbridge Wells, Kent http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Grimsby-Town-supporters-launch-online-petition-over-stadium/307586 monthly 0.9 2013-11-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blank.gif Grimsby Town supporters launch online petition over stadium Grimsby Town FC seeking a move from its Blundell Park site http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-government-proposal-will-lower-training-standards-for-UK-spas /307583 monthly 0.9 2013-11-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH549194_162205.jpg New government proposal will lower training standards for UK spas The proposal will lower the level of qualification for training therapists from current NVQ level to the new VRQ level http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/David-Lloyd-Leisure-announces-new-DL-Flex-scheme-for-employers/307550 monthly 0.9 2013-11-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH467111_474313.jpg David Lloyd Leisure announces new DL Flex scheme for employers The scheme aims to enable businesses to help improve the health and fitness of their workforces http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Lords-report-on-London-2012-legacy-more-needs-to-be-done/307516 monthly 0.9 2013-11-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blank.gif Lords report on London 2012 legacy: more needs to be done Crowds line the streets of London to welcome the 2012 British Olympic team on their victory parade on 10 September, 2012 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-support-for-CIMSPA-following-business-plan-rethink/307512 monthly 0.9 2013-11-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH670872_991388.jpg New support for CIMSPA following business plan rethink The new plan was adopted by a record number of CIMSPA members at its AGM this year http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Staircases-get-calorie-counts-in-new-government-backed-scheme /307504 monthly 0.9 2013-11-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH607061_629431.jpg Staircases get calorie counts in new government-backed scheme Staircases will now have calorie counts included http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Exciting-times-for-Derbys-main-sports-venues/307502 monthly 0.9 2013-11-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH835724_430549.jpg Exciting times for Derby's main sports venues The county Ground is set for a £3.6m redevelopment http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Number-of-fitness-instructors-undertaking-diabetes-and-obesity-course-on-the-rise/307496 monthly 0.9 2013-11-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH141618_351496.jpg Number of fitness instructors undertaking diabetes and obesity course on the rise Research indicates that the number of people suffering from diabetes will increase two-fold in the next 20 years http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Lifetime-Training-and-Les-Mills-UK-combine-to-provide-new-FitEx-qualification/307482 monthly 0.9 2013-11-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH948706_922314.jpg Lifetime Training and Les Mills UK combine to provide new FitEx qualification The qualification seeks to enrich instructors' learning experiences, while also boosting returns from training investment http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/SRA-chief-executive-Tim-Lamb-to-retire/307480 monthly 0.9 2013-11-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH356429_616064.jpg SRA chief executive Tim Lamb to retire Tim Lamb will step down in February 2014 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/PayasUgym-announces-deal-with-Virgin-Active/307472 monthly 0.9 2013-11-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH100397_316358.jpg PayasUgym announces deal with Virgin Active PayasUgym and Virgin Active are working on the basis of an average 30 per cent discount http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Bali-resort-to-unveil-Indonesias-first-Heavenly-Spa-by-Westin/307466 monthly 0.9 2013-11-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH54643_76849.jpg Bali resort to unveil Indonesia’s first Heavenly Spa by Westin Double treatment room with doors opening out onto garden http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-Italian-spa-for-the-Poiano-Resort-in-Lake-Garda/307447 monthly 0.9 2013-11-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH644028_234576.jpg New Italian spa for the Poiano Resort in Lake Garda The spa feature an infinity pool with views of Lake Garda http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-£1m-gym-for-Ribby-Hall-Village-in-Lancashire/307398 monthly 0.9 2013-11-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH219743_798524.jpg New £1m gym for Ribby Hall Village in Lancashire The new gym features Technogym’s Unity equipment http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Upgraded-facilities-opened-at-£43m-redeveloped-One-Leisure-centre-in-St-Ives/307394 monthly 0.9 2013-11-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH972958_21515.jpg Upgraded facilities opened at £4.3m redeveloped One Leisure centre in St Ives The 120-station gym features equipment by TechnoGym, PowerPlate, Trixter, Escape and Jordan http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK’s-health-inspectors-warned-about-dangerous-beauty-treatments /307393 monthly 0.9 2013-11-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH972004_562523.jpg UK’s health inspectors warned about dangerous beauty treatments Fish pedicures are leaving UK spas due to concerns over animal welfare though a potentially dangerous eel treatment is thought to be making its way over from China http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Waggett-builds-anticipation-for-Psycle-London/307390 monthly 0.9 2013-11-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/585091_747440.jpg Waggett builds anticipation for Psycle London Colin Waggett, the man behind Psycle http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/£26m-ice-rink-and-leisure-centre-opening-in-Streatham/307382 monthly 0.9 2013-11-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH739610_591410.jpg £26m ice-rink and leisure centre opening in Streatham The new centre at Streatham http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/£102m-earmarked-for-grassroots-football-facilities/307316 monthly 0.9 2013-10-28T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif £102m earmarked for grassroots football facilities The fund will look to improve playing conditions http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Online-network-tackles-health-issues-faced-by-urban-families /307298 monthly 0.9 2013-10-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH869253_352498.jpg Online network tackles health issues faced by urban families The City Health Network has been designed to make different urban communities feel happier and healthier http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Jordan-Fitness-welcomes-new-training-academy-manager/307270 monthly 0.9 2013-10-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/848153_493454.jpg Jordan Fitness welcomes new training academy manager Mark Laws training academy manager at Jordan Fitness http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Finnish-ladies-health-club-touches-down-in-Essex/307266 monthly 0.9 2013-10-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH187904_219530.jpg Finnish ladies health club touches down in Essex The club houses HUR resistance equipment that combining strength and endurance training http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Elite-athletes-become-apprentice-coaches/307228 monthly 0.9 2013-10-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH637441_520231.jpg Elite athletes become apprentice coaches Former Olympian Kris Gilchrist has become a Scottish Swimming coach http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Flame-Awards-2014-categories-revised-following-consultation /307178 monthly 0.9 2013-10-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH627839_102951.jpg Flame Awards 2014 categories revised following consultation The 2013 Flame Awards held at the annual Flame Conference in Telford http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-online-training-course-prepping-Glasgow-for-2014-Commonwealth-Games /307158 monthly 0.9 2013-10-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH683814_726481.jpg New online training course prepping Glasgow for 2014 Commonwealth Games Glasgow is aiming to use the 2014 Commonwealth Games to permanently boost tourism numbers http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-initiative-launched-to-promote-disability-gymnastics/307130 monthly 0.9 2013-10-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH713982_969407.jpg New initiative launched to promote disability gymnastics The programme will support a network of gymnastics clubs http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Pool-and-spa-councils-preferred-choice-for-Kings-Meadow-Baths-restoration/307115 monthly 0.9 2013-10-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH544387_406512.gif Pool and spa council's preferred choice for King's Meadow Baths restoration The Grade II listed King’s Meadow Baths has been closed since 1974 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/payasUgym-teams-up-with-HSBC-to-make-more-young-people-active/307069 monthly 0.9 2013-10-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH857752_124475.gif payasUgym teams up with HSBC to make more young people active HSBC's 1.35m young account holders between the ages of 18 and 25 will be given more access to flexible fitness options http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Rory-McIlroy-sets-up-management-company-to-take-care-of-interests/307055 monthly 0.9 2013-09-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH65163_576362.jpg Rory McIlroy sets up management company to take care of interests Rory McIlroy is the second high profile British sportsman to set up his own management company this month http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Great-Britain-and-Republic-of-Ireland-reveal-interest-in-hosting-Euro-2020-matches/307040 monthly 0.9 2013-09-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH309272_294831.gif Great Britain and Republic of Ireland reveal interest in hosting Euro 2020 matches It is thought London could put forward Wembley Stadium as one of its desired venues - shutterstock.com/Howard-Layne http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Londons-historic-Cafe-Royal-Hotel-reveals-holistic-wellbeing-centre/306965 monthly 0.9 2013-09-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH65377_779760.jpg London’s historic Café Royal Hotel reveals holistic wellbeing centre The Café Royal's spa is in the heart of the city http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Cash-boost-for-Glasgow-2014-volunteer-coaches/307030 monthly 0.9 2013-09-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH318339_816950.jpg Cash boost for Glasgow 2014 volunteer coaches Gymnastics is among the sports to benefit from the grants http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Second-UK-club-for-group-exercise-concept/306957 monthly 0.9 2013-09-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH212554_433711.jpg Second UK club for group exercise concept The Speedflex concept focuses on group exercise http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Waldorf-Astoria-enters-emirate-of-RAK/306945 monthly 0.9 2013-09-19T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH306609_403127.jpg Waldorf Astoria enters emirate of RAK The hotel is designed to honour regional Arab culture http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Male-grooming-boom-sees-increase-in-sales-and-spa-visits/306979 monthly 0.9 2013-09-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH985872_522553.jpg Male grooming boom sees increase in sales and spa visits More men are buying beauty products and using spas http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Active-Universities-initiative-reaches-100000-student-landmark-beats-target-by-20000/307007 monthly 0.9 2013-09-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH602405_488367.jpg Active Universities initiative reaches 100,000 student landmark - beats target by 20,000 57 per cent of students at universities with Active Universities-funded projects take part in sport at least once a week http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Edinburgh-to-host-Scottish-National-Performance-Centre-for-Sport/306836 monthly 0.9 2013-09-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH901781_280213.jpg Edinburgh to host Scottish National Performance Centre for Sport The centre will accommodate a number of high performance programmes, including fencing http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/50th-site-for-Pure-Gym/306982 monthly 0.9 2013-09-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH593857_184197.jpg 50th site for Pure Gym Pure Gym has a busy pipeline of sites http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Beaverbrook-plans-quashed-by-High-Court /306924 monthly 0.9 2013-09-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH814603_288653.jpg Beaverbrook plans quashed by High Court High Court says Surrey doesn't need any more golf courses http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-Scunthorpe-FC-chair-hints-at-new-stadium-plans/306903 monthly 0.9 2013-09-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH249956_93755.jpg New Scunthorpe FC chair hints at new stadium plans The 9,000-capacity Glanford Park opened in 1988 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/OFT-demands-better-cancellation-rights-of-gym-contracts/306878 monthly 0.9 2013-09-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH185036_27160.jpg OFT demands better cancellation rights of gym contracts The OFT has been wresting with the industry for several years http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Residents-object-to-Belfasts-£70m-Casement-Park-stadium-plans/306872 monthly 0.9 2013-09-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH581368_539855.jpg Residents object to Belfast's £70m Casement Park stadium plans The 38,000-capacity stadium is scheduled to open in 2016, but does not have final planning approval http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/GLL-launches-sixth-spa-LONDON-in-Wimbledon/306828 monthly 0.9 2013-09-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blank.gif GLL launches sixth spa LONDON in Wimbledon GLL's spa portfolio is growing fast http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Owners-of-Ecover-brand-are-behind-new-spa-for-Dormy-House-Hotel/306771 monthly 0.9 2013-09-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH829754_25507.jpg Owners of Ecover brand are behind new spa for Dormy House Hotel The infinity pool will feature mood lighting and access to the spa terrace http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Barriers-stop-majority-of-disabled-people-playing-sport/306766 monthly 0.9 2013-09-09T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH281285_647907.jpg Barriers stop majority of disabled people playing sport 69 per cent of disabled people say being active is important to them http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Adrian-Lord-named-British-Cyclings-new-infrastructure-consultant/306747 monthly 0.9 2013-09-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH464276_608949.jpg Adrian Lord named British Cycling's new infrastructure consultant Adrian Lord has spent more than 18 years as a cycling consultant http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Football-entrepreneur-David-Haythornthwaite-wants-to-build-a-32-acre-sports-development-in-Fylde/306695 monthly 0.9 2013-09-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH531710_697823.gif Football entrepreneur David Haythornthwaite, wants to build a 32-acre sports development in Fylde The new complex would become the home of AFC Fylde http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Saudi-prince-acquires-stake-in-Sheff-U/306732 monthly 0.9 2013-09-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH190201_868842.jpg Saudi prince acquires stake in Sheff U Bramall Lane, the home of Sheffield United http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Hand-Picked-Hotels-acquires-Fawsley-Hall/306637 monthly 0.9 2013-08-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif Hand Picked Hotels acquires Fawsley Hall Julia Hands has built up the company http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Perth-and-Kinross-are-pushing-golf-tourism-ahead-of-2014-Ryder-Cup /306630 monthly 0.9 2013-08-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH493113_248487.jpg Perth and Kinross are pushing golf tourism ahead of 2014 Ryder Cup Golf is worth around £12.8m to the area annually http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/easyGym-accelerates-apprentice-scheme-in-partnership-with-Icon-Training/306639 monthly 0.9 2013-08-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH905311_56763.jpg easyGym accelerates apprentice scheme in partnership with Icon Training easyGym is employing at least one apprentice per site http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/SRA-calls-for-disability-sport-to-be-made-a-priority/306620 monthly 0.9 2013-08-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif SRA calls for disability sport to be made a priority More than 600,000 disabled adults are members of a sports club http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Andy-Murrays-luxury-Scotland-hotel-refurbishment-nearing-completion/306574 monthly 0.9 2013-08-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/188490_454744.jpg Andy Murray’s luxury Scotland hotel refurbishment nearing completion Murray bought the hotel in February for £1.8m http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Community-rugby-stadium-plans-approved-for-Edinburgh/306400 monthly 0.9 2013-08-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH986655_437295.jpg Community rugby stadium plans approved for Edinburgh An artist's impression of the new Raeburn Place stadium http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/BDO-survey-says-a-third-of-football-team-owners-are-considering-selling /306394 monthly 0.9 2013-08-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif BDO survey says a third of football team owners are considering selling Football finances continue to be challenging http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Following-its-deal-with-Xercise4Less-Tesco-branches-out-into-yoga/306376 monthly 0.9 2013-08-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/912667_931139.jpg Following its deal with Xercise4Less, Tesco branches out into yoga Tesco community spaces will be used for yoga as part of a move to turn shopping trips into leisure http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Total-Fitness-reports-encouraging-financial-results /306358 monthly 0.9 2013-08-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif Total Fitness reports encouraging financial results Total Fitness says it's turning things around http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Beth-Tweddle-retires-to-launch-gymnastics-legacy-project/306318 monthly 0.9 2013-08-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH203935_134690.jpg Beth Tweddle retires to launch gymnastics legacy project World Champion Tweddle won bronze at London 2012 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Grassroots-sport-makes-annual-contribution-of-£1178bn-to-British-economy/306280 monthly 0.9 2013-08-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif Grassroots sport makes annual contribution of £11.78bn to British economy Sport is among the top 15 sectors of the economy http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-Spa-Association-announces-National-Spa-Awareness-Week/306279 monthly 0.9 2013-08-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif UK Spa Association announces National Spa Awareness Week The focus this year will be on stress management http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Manchester-United-Supporters-Trust-secures-the-future-of-Old-Trafford  /306264 monthly 0.9 2013-08-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH894308_600420.jpg Manchester United Supporters Trust secures the future of Old Trafford   With a capacity of 75,765, Old Trafford is the second-largest football stadium in the UK after Wembley in London http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Welsh-government-puts-Circuit-of-Wales-racetrack-plans-on-hold/306252 monthly 0.9 2013-07-31T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif Welsh government puts Circuit of Wales racetrack plans on hold Plans for the Circuit of Wales may be called in http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/University-to-run-Don-Valley-Stadium-replacement/306240 monthly 0.9 2013-07-31T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH502544_96088.jpg University to run Don Valley Stadium replacement Don Valley Stadium is to be demolished in September http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Asda-and-Sports-Leaders-team-up-for-Active-Sports-Leaders-scheme/305750 monthly 0.9 2013-06-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH138170_970117.jpg Asda and Sports Leaders team up for Active Sports Leaders scheme Tanni Grey-Thompson at the launch of the initiative http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Northamptonshire-hotel-and-spa-up-for-sale/305337 monthly 0.9 2013-05-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH369317_961036.jpg Northamptonshire hotel and spa up for sale Fawsley Hall, Northamptonshire http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Clip-n-Climb-opens-in-West-Cumbria/305326 monthly 0.9 2013-05-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH322232_843386.jpg Clip 'n Climb opens in West Cumbria The adventure attraction includes 23 colourful climbing modules http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/National-Badminton-Arena-for-Milton-Keynes-gets-approval/305244 monthly 0.9 2013-04-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH214013_256911.jpg National Badminton Arena for Milton Keynes gets approval An artist's impression of the planned arena http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Football-development-centre-opens-in-Wales/305212 monthly 0.9 2013-04-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH95884_936416.jpg Football development centre opens in Wales Former Welsh football player Ian Rush and UEFA chief Michel Platini at the official opening http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Fire-damaged-Whitburn-leisure-centre-reopens-after-revamp/305210 monthly 0.9 2013-04-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH288113_421382.jpg Fire-damaged Whitburn leisure centre reopens after revamp Barr + Wray completed the pools at the refurbished leisure centre http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sofitel-London-St-James-appoints-new-spa-manager/305180 monthly 0.9 2013-04-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH380879_998561.jpg Sofitel London St James appoints new spa manager Robin Mauras Cartier, the new spa manager for Sofitel London St James http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Opening-of-Hampshires-Heckfield-Place-hotel-delayed/305171 monthly 0.9 2013-04-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH908920_104857.jpg Opening of Hampshire's Heckfield Place hotel delayed The exterior of Heckfield Place, currently undergoing its transformation into a luxury hotel and spa http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Fonab-Castle-Hotel-prepares-to-open-May/305169 monthly 0.9 2013-04-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH110026_291001.jpg Fonab Castle Hotel prepares to open May The bridal suite at Fonab Castle Hotel http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Mercure-offers-babymoon-treatments-at-its-UK-spas/305168 monthly 0.9 2013-04-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH462505_13520.jpg Mercure offers 'babymoon' treatments at its UK spas The babymoon spa menu encourages couples to unwind before the arrival of their newborn http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-squash-courts-for-University-of-Hull/305140 monthly 0.9 2013-04-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH864651_213582.jpg New squash courts for University of Hull James Willstrop tries out the the new court with young squash players http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/QHotels-appoints-new-group-spa-manager/305136 monthly 0.9 2013-04-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH164138_479626.jpg QHotels appoints new group spa manager Caroline Gemmell, group spa manager for QHotels http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Gleneagles-golf-and-spa-resort-experiences-flat-profits/305103 monthly 0.9 2013-04-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/44164_147481.jpg Gleneagles golf and spa resort experiences flat profits Gleneagles is located in Perthshire, Scotland http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Digital-Sports-Group-to-sell-adventure-spa-combo-packages/305101 monthly 0.9 2013-04-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH788569_983097.jpg Digital Sports Group to sell adventure/spa combo packages The Spadays.co.uk website launched in February http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Chef-de-mission-appointed-for-Sochi-2014/305086 monthly 0.9 2013-04-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/346045_673792.jpg Chef de mission appointed for Sochi 2014 Mike Hay, the new chef de mission for Team GB http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Edinburghs-Meadowbank-Sports-Centre-gets-new-pitch/305082 monthly 0.9 2013-04-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH879136_902737.jpg Edinburgh's Meadowbank Sports Centre gets new pitch Councillor Richard Lewis and justice secretary Kenny MacAskil with Leith Athletic players http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Brand-launches-to-celebrate-London-2012-legacy-projects/305058 monthly 0.9 2013-04-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH632427_572791.jpg Brand launches to celebrate London 2012 legacy projects The new 'inspired by 2012' logo, which will be sported by Olympic and Paralympic legacy projects http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Luxury-destination-spa-to-launch-at-Newmarket/305047 monthly 0.9 2013-04-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH130347_512669.gif Luxury destination spa to launch at Newmarket The spa will be located adjacent to the hotel http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-£78m-leisure-centre-opens-in-Kent/304808 monthly 0.9 2013-03-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH977677_579947.jpg New £7.8m leisure centre opens in Kent Sports minister Hugh Robertson at the opening http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/BISA-and-SpaBA-to-join-forces/304661 monthly 0.9 2013-03-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif BISA and SpaBA to join forces Alex de Carvalho (left) with Lesley Bacon (middle) and Charlie Thompson http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Booker-upgrade-has-a-host-of-new-features/304571 monthly 0.9 2013-02-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif Booker upgrade has a host of new features Organising classes is easier on Booker's Version 9 software http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Football-Association-sets-out-£150m-facility-strategy/304564 monthly 0.9 2013-02-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH985706_461717.jpg Football Association sets out £150m facility strategy The strategy aims to improve 3,000 grass pitches http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Habia-launches-health-and-safety-qualification-for-wellness-industry/304550 monthly 0.9 2013-02-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif Habia launches health and safety qualification for wellness industry The qualification is aimed at anyone working in a spa http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Total-Fitness-appoints-new-CEO/304532 monthly 0.9 2013-02-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/222775_884546.jpg Total Fitness appoints new CEO Richard Millman http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Selected-Macdonald-Spa-Hotels-offer-free-health-checks-to-guests/304269 monthly 0.9 2013-02-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH531095_131680.jpg Selected Macdonald Spa Hotels offer free health checks to guests Guests are talked through their current health status, wellness goals and motivation as part of the health check http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Premier-launches-barefoot-running-training-clinic/304240 monthly 0.9 2013-02-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH672615_237591.jpg Premier launches barefoot running training clinic Vivobarefoot was a pioneer in the barefoot running movement, launching the first minimalist shoe in 2003 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Campaign-launched-to-harness-volunteering-legacy-from-London-2012/304200 monthly 0.9 2013-01-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH147399_677627.jpg Campaign launched to harness volunteering legacy from London 2012 London 2012 volunteers are among those being encouraged to help out with local sport as part of the campaign http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Turnover-up-at-exclusive-Wentworth-Club-in-Surrey/304144 monthly 0.9 2013-01-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH913686_692434.jpg Turnover up at exclusive Wentworth Club in Surrey The club includes golf, tennis, fitness and spa facilities http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/SpaBA-elects-Charlie-Thompson-its-new-chair/304136 monthly 0.9 2013-01-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH862757_184617.jpg SpaBA elects Charlie Thompson its new chair New SpaBA appointees Alex De Carvalho, Lesley Bacon and Charlie Thompson http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/London-2012-ambassadors-applying-customer-service-training-in-the-workplace/304108 monthly 0.9 2013-01-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH547063_474525.jpg London 2012 ambassadors applying customer service training in the workplace The WorldHost training programme was developed in Canada and adapted for the UK market in the lead up to London 2012 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Hypopresive-Method-fitness-programme-comes-to-UK/303998 monthly 0.9 2013-01-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH219507_857682.jpg Hypopresive Method fitness programme comes to UK The Hypopresive Method exercises stimulate reflex muscle contractions to improve pelvic floor, core and abdominal strength http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Social-enterprise-Mytime-Active-acquires-MEND/303902 monthly 0.9 2012-12-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH289364_640588.jpg Social enterprise Mytime Active acquires MEND Steve Price, chief executive of Mytime Active http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sport-England-reveals-£494m-four-year-funding-cycle/303810 monthly 0.9 2012-12-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH18505_215487.jpg Sport England reveals £494m four-year funding cycle Wheelchair basketball - one of the sports that has received an increase in funding http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Public-to-have-their-say-on-proposed-Kent-stadium/303712 monthly 0.9 2012-12-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH38682_262553.jpg Public to have their say on proposed Kent stadium Canterbury City FC have not had a home ground since they reformed in 2007. http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Outdoor-adventure-resort-on-the-cards-for-Northumberland/303708 monthly 0.9 2012-12-10T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/613324_606021.jpg Outdoor adventure resort on the cards for Northumberland Facilities at the centre will include a climbing wall http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-Dublin-spa-biggest-in-city-centre/303677 monthly 0.9 2012-12-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/454874_350071.jpg New Dublin spa biggest in city centre The Shelbourne will house Dublin's largest luxury spa http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Swansea-FC-to-expand-Liberty-Stadium/303676 monthly 0.9 2012-12-06T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH757777_162803.gif Swansea FC to expand Liberty Stadium Swansea plans to increase capacity to 32,500 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Boringdon-Hall-Hotels-spa-plans-approved/303559 monthly 0.9 2012-11-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif Boringdon Hall Hotel's spa plans approved Boringdon Hall Hotel's spa is set to open in 2014 http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Fitness-industry-confidence-on-the-up/303546 monthly 0.9 2012-11-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH323211_375778.jpg Fitness industry confidence 'on the up' Member retention remains one of the primary concerns for club managers http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/UK-Sport-and-Sport-England-merger-could-be-off-Guardian/303544 monthly 0.9 2012-11-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH947267_379286.jpg UK Sport and Sport England merger could be off: Guardian The success of Team GB could lead to cancellation of merger plans http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Work-completed-on-Scottish-snowsports-centre/303376 monthly 0.9 2012-11-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif Work completed on Scottish snowsports centre The Midlothian Snowsport Centre in Edinburgh http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Spabreakscom-to-make-spas-available-to-all/303319 monthly 0.9 2012-11-12T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/blanknews.gif Spabreaks.com to make spas available to all Spabreaks.com founder, Abi Wright, is pushing for more inclusivity http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-gym-opens-at-Penrith-Leisure-Centre/303292 monthly 0.9 2012-11-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH130199_598921.jpg New gym opens at Penrith Leisure Centre The new facility houses Life Fitness' Synrgy360 equipment http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/EFP-secures-Royal-Mail-fitness-management-deal/303276 monthly 0.9 2012-11-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH221924_145218.jpg EFP secures Royal Mail fitness management deal EFP will operate 38 Royal Mail clubs http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Active-Universities-attracts-46000-students-in-first-year/303234 monthly 0.9 2012-11-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH159633_558405.jpg Active Universities attracts 46,000 students in first year Lacrosse has seen a radical increase in participation numbers http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/High-intensity-interval-training-makes-people-smarter/303172 monthly 0.9 2012-10-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH170428_749147.jpg High intensity interval training 'makes people smarter' High intensity interval training taking place http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Voluntary-group-takes-over-management-of-public-pool-in-Wigan/303166 monthly 0.9 2012-10-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH542344_12532.jpg Voluntary group takes over management of public pool in Wigan Hindley pool in Wigan, Greater Manchester http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-£18m-football-facility-fund-launches/303150 monthly 0.9 2012-10-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH160554_545691.jpg New £18m football facility fund launches Alex Ferguson and Richard Scudamore at the launch of the Stretford facility http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Swanseas-360-watersport-centre-opens/303112 monthly 0.9 2012-10-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/HIGH754124_196283.jpg Swansea's 360 watersport centre opens Swansea Bay, home of the new watersports centre http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/DoubleTree-by-Hilton-opens-in-Sheffield/280013 monthly 0.9 2011-09-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ DoubleTree by Hilton opens in Sheffield The new Sheffield Park property includes a privately-run beauty spa http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Rezidor-to-open-third-Tunisian-hotel/279523 monthly 0.9 2011-09-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Rezidor to open third Tunisian hotel Rezidor Hammamet http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Africology-launches-in-UK-spa/279273 monthly 0.9 2011-09-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Africology launches in UK spa Africology http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Luxury-spa-to-open-at-Londons-Dolphin-Square/279263 monthly 0.9 2011-09-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Luxury spa to open at London's Dolphin Square Dolphin spa http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Stoke-Place-completes-major-renovation/276183 monthly 0.9 2011-08-30T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Stoke Place completes 'major' renovation Stoke Place hotel has undergone a 'major' refurbishment http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/The-Rooms-launches-at-The-Albany/274233 monthly 0.9 2011-08-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ The Rooms launches at The Albany The Rooms at The Albany http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/London-hotel-puts-Corinthia-on-the-map/273423 monthly 0.9 2011-08-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ London hotel puts Corinthia 'on the map' Corinthia Hotel London opened its doors earlier this year http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/ICMI-expands-European-hotel-portfolio/273333 monthly 0.9 2011-08-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ ICMI expands European hotel portfolio ICMI has added Cardiff's Holm House to the company's portfolio http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Leisure-trust-to-roll-out-spa-concept/271613 monthly 0.9 2011-07-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Leisure trust to roll-out spa concept? Pendle Wavelengths' Inside Spa underwent a GBP220,000 expansion http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Bannatyne-teams-up-with-SpaBooker/271483 monthly 0.9 2011-07-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Bannatyne teams up with SpaBooker Bannatyne Spa image http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/August-launch-for-new-Deeside-facilities/269583 monthly 0.9 2011-07-14T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ August launch for new Deeside facilities Most of phase two will be unveiled next month at Deeside Leisure Centre http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/English-Heritage-grant-for-Buxton-spa-hotel/268543 monthly 0.9 2011-07-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ English Heritage grant for Buxton spa hotel English Heritage has contributed GBP500,000 towards the scheme http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Details-revealed-for-Hotel-Bel-Air-spa/268193 monthly 0.9 2011-07-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Details revealed for Hotel Bel-Air spa La Prairie spa http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/August-launch-for-new-Imagine-Spa/266733 monthly 0.9 2011-07-01T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ August launch for new Imagine Spa Imagine Spa Thames Valley will open to customers on 31 August http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Spa-opens-at-historic-estate/264133 monthly 0.9 2011-06-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Spa opens at historic estate Ellenborough Park http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-travel-spa-opens-at-Gatwick-Airport/263693 monthly 0.9 2011-06-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ New travel spa opens at Gatwick Airport The travel spa offers facilities for departing and transferring passengers http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Waldorf-Astoria-to-enter-Scottish-market/263583 monthly 0.9 2011-06-13T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Waldorf Astoria to enter Scottish market The Caledonian Hilton Edinburgh is to be converted at a cost of GBP24m http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/DLL-unveils-plans-for-£12m-Farnham-club/262083 monthly 0.9 2011-06-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ DLL unveils plans for £12m Farnham club The new GBP12m facility will incorporate DLL's largest Amida Spa http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Soft-launch-for-the-Montcalm-London-City/260353 monthly 0.9 2011-05-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Soft launch for the Montcalm London City A wellness centre will open at the Montcalm London City later this year http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Third-Space-opens-at-The-Marylebone/259843 monthly 0.9 2011-05-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Third Space opens at The Marylebone The ozone swimming pool at the Third Space club http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Alila-enters-Cambodian-market-with-Siem-Reap-resort/259183 monthly 0.9 2011-05-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Alila enters Cambodian market with Siem Reap resort The Alila Sothea resort http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Northern-Ireland-resort-enters-administration/258833 monthly 0.9 2011-05-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Northern Ireland resort enters administration Lough Erne Hotel and Golf Resort features two Championship courses http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Hilton-adds-to-Conrads-Chinese-pipeline/256803 monthly 0.9 2011-05-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Hilton adds to Conrad's Chinese pipeline COnrad Sanya hotel http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/May-relaunch-for-Norton-Park-Hotel-spa/256063 monthly 0.9 2011-04-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ May relaunch for Norton Park Hotel spa An indoor swimming pool will form part of Norton Park Hotel's spa http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-Away-Spa-launches-at-W-London/256053 monthly 0.9 2011-04-27T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ New Away Spa launches at W London The Away Spa offers REN and Aromatherapy Associates products http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-leisure-complex-proposed-for-NEC/254723 monthly 0.9 2011-04-15T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ New leisure complex proposed for NEC Resorts World at The NEC could open in late 2013 if approval is received http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-spa-confirmed-for-Birmingham-project/252893 monthly 0.9 2011-04-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ New spa confirmed for Birmingham project The Cube will be located in the heart of Birmingham city centre http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Tourism-minister-unveils-new-Dover-hotel/250793 monthly 0.9 2011-03-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Tourism minister unveils new Dover hotel Tourism minister John Penrose helped to open the new-look hotel http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/St-Pancras-Renaissance-Hotel-opens/250523 monthly 0.9 2011-03-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ St Pancras Renaissance Hotel opens The historic St Pancras building http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Retallack-Resort-goes-into-administration/249673 monthly 0.9 2011-03-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Retallack Resort goes into administration The Flowrider at the resort http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Orient-Express-to-revamp-Napasai-spa-resort/249573 monthly 0.9 2011-03-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Orient-Express to revamp Napasai spa resort A treatment in progress at the Napasai spa http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Revamped-spa-to-open-at-Macdonald-Inchyra/247443 monthly 0.9 2011-03-11T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Revamped spa to open at Macdonald Inchyra The pool at the Macdonald hotel http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Leaf-Hotels-to-run-new-look-Dover-hotel/246683 monthly 0.9 2011-03-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Leaf Hotels to run new-look Dover hotel An artist's impression of how the hotel's dining facilities will look http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Urban-Retreat-launches-At-Home-franchise/245033 monthly 0.9 2011-03-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Urban Retreat launches At Home franchise An Urban Retreat at Home set up http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Safety-of-fish-pedicures-to-be-investigated/245023 monthly 0.9 2011-03-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Safety of fish pedicures to be investigated A Garra rufa treatment in process http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/The-Herb-House-launches-at-Lime-Wood/242823 monthly 0.9 2011-02-18T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ The Herb House launches at Lime Wood The Herb House features eight single treatment rooms http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-rooftop-spa-to-open-at-Park-Lane-hotel/239613 monthly 0.9 2011-02-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ New rooftop spa to open at Park Lane hotel The rooftop spa will offer panoramic views across the capital http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sahara-India-Pariwar-acquires-Mayfair-hotel/234423 monthly 0.9 2011-01-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Sahara India Pariwar acquires Mayfair hotel London's iconic Grosvenor House Hotel on Park Lane http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-look-spa-unveiled-at-The-Athenaeum/233533 monthly 0.9 2010-12-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ New-look spa unveiled at The Athenaeum The enlarged spa treatment room at The Athenaeum http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Spa-to-open-at-Lancashire-leisure-centre/233203 monthly 0.9 2010-12-20T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Spa to open at Lancashire leisure centre The proposed wet area of Mercer Hall Leisure Centre's new spa http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Welsh-public-sector-day-spa-to-open-in-2011/231523 monthly 0.9 2010-12-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Welsh public sector day spa to open in 2011 A large heat experience spa is proposed http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Knowsley-development-reaches-milestone/231243 monthly 0.9 2010-12-07T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Knowsley development reaches milestone The proposed swimming pool for the Knowsley venue http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-spa-planned-for-Ramsgate-pool-centre/230153 monthly 0.9 2010-12-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ New spa planned for Ramsgate pool centre Ramsgate's new pool will incorporate a spa http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Sanguine-secures-£10m-Birmingham-deal/230023 monthly 0.9 2010-12-02T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Sanguine secures £10m Birmingham deal A major leisure scheme is planned for The Cube http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/£220k-expansion-for-public-sector-spa/228893 monthly 0.9 2010-11-26T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ £220k expansion for public sector spa Inside Spa at Pendle Wavelengths http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/New-spa-manager-for-Formby-Hall/228633 monthly 0.9 2010-11-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ New spa manager for Formby Hall Asha Deloup http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/2010-AsiaSpa-Award-winners-revealed/228413 monthly 0.9 2010-11-23T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ 2010 AsiaSpa Award winners revealed This year's AsiaSpa Awards http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Chelsea-relaunches-holistic-spa/228313 monthly 0.9 2010-11-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Chelsea relaunches holistic spa The rebranded Antara spa at The Chelsea Club http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/SpaFinder-reveals-2011-global-spa-trends/228253 monthly 0.9 2010-11-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ SpaFinder reveals 2011 global spa trends SpaFinder has published its global spa trends forecast http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Spa-opens-at-Longhirst-Hall/228183 monthly 0.9 2010-11-22T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Spa opens at Longhirst Hall A treatment room at Decoro spa http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/53700-new-hotel-rooms-for-the-UK-by-2015/227693 monthly 0.9 2010-11-17T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ 53,700 new hotel rooms for the UK by 2015 Luxury hotels are weathering the recession well http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/IIAA-hosts-training-workshops/226143 monthly 0.9 2010-11-08T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ IIAA hosts training workshops the International Institute for Anti-Ageing (IIAA) recently organised a series of workshop-style seminars across the UK http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Rooftop-spa-for-Four-Seasons-Park-Lane/225383 monthly 0.9 2010-11-03T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Rooftop spa for Four Seasons Park Lane Rooftop spa for Four Seasons Park Lane http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Grafton-International-grows-Atarniaves-portfolio/224163 monthly 0.9 2010-10-29T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Grafton International grows Atarniave's portfolio The LUX candle set from Atarniave http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Reynolds-Fitness-rebrands/222623 monthly 0.9 2010-10-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Reynolds Fitness rebrands The group is rebranding all its sites http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Virgin-takes-first-step-into-weight-management/7624 monthly 0.9 2004-04-21T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Virgin takes first step into weight management Virgin is tackling weight management http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Membership-boost-for-Whitehouse-Hotel/7090 monthly 0.9 2004-02-24T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Membership boost for Whitehouse Hotel Fitness fx has helped Whitehouse Hotels boost leisure membership http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Year-of-learning-through-sport-launched/6972 monthly 0.9 2004-02-16T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Year of learning through sport launched Stephen Twigg, MP, launches EYES in the UK http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Coventry-Arena-development-gets-under-way/6876 monthly 0.9 2004-02-05T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Coventry Arena development gets under way The development includes a 32,000-seat stadium http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/news/Esporta-launches-mystery-member-campaign-to-improve-service/6846 monthly 0.9 2004-02-04T12:00:00Z http://www.leisureopportunities.co.uk/images/ Esporta launches mystery member campaign to improve service Mystery members wil be recruited from the public