There has been ongoing concern about the sustainability of sport and leisure centres, especially in the face of rising energy costs, and so it was useful to be able to meet with the team at Highgrove Pool and Fitness Centre in Eastcote this morning to hear their perspective, as well as to receive a tour of the refurbished facilities.
While the past few months have unquestionably been difficult for households and businesses, I am pleased to hear that Highgrove has remained busy. It is encouraging to see that the centre is also aiming to promote more of a community feel, with a newly installed seating area and plans for a café.
As part of a Hillingdon Council-led programme to reduce leisure centre costs, much investment has gone into upgrading facilities and improving energy efficiency, including a new filtration system which maintains the pool at a steady temperature.
I would like to thank Keely Shelton, Partnership Manager, and Rasila Manji, General Manager, for their time, and look forward to visiting again in the future.
