An exciting £175,000 refurbishment at Shipston Leisure Centre, which includes revamped changing facilities, will begin this month.

The leisure centre, run by award-winning operator Everyone Active in partnership with Stratford-on-Avon District Council, will undergo improvements from Monday, 20 July as a result of the joint-funded project.

The existing village changing area, group changing area and toilets will all be transformed offering improved accessibility and refreshed décor, while new cubicles, lockers and showers will be installed.

Two new family change cubicles will also be introduced to the changing village as part of the enhancements. The project is expected to be completed in early September.

Richard Bell, Everyone Active's area contract manager, said: "We're thrilled to kick start this brilliant refurbishment, which is fantastic news for the local community and brings these areas up to the state-of-the-art standards we have in place throughout the leisure centre.

"We look forward to enhancing the customer journey at Shipston Leisure Centre and showcasing these facilities to our members."

Councillor Lorraine Grocott, Portfolio Holder for Environmental and Neighbourhood Services, said: "We are delighted to be supporting this investment in Shipston Leisure Centre, which will provide modern, accessible and welcoming changing facilities.

"These improvements will enhance the overall customer experience and help ensure the leisure centre remains a high-quality community facility for years to come. Working in partnership with Everyone Active, we are committed to encouraging more people to be active and enjoy the many physical and mental wellbeing benefits that regular exercise can bring."

The swimming pool and gym at the leisure centre will remain open during the works. Changing facilities and showers will be closed throughout the refurbishment and customers using the swimming pool are invited to attend the leisure centre swim ready. Secure storage for bags and belongings will be offered poolside.