Everyone Active awarded leisure centre contracts

Green Bank and Etwall Leisure Centres will be managed by Everyone Active following a decision made by South Derbyshire District Council. 

On 11 January 2024, South Derbyshire District Council’s Finance and Management Committee approved the appointment of preferred bidder Sports and Leisure Management Ltd (who operate under the name Everyone Active) to take over the management and operation of Green Bank and Etwall Leisure Centres commencing 1 April 2024.

Following a robust procurement process to ensure the council and residents receive value for money and the best possible service provision, the contract was awarded for five years, with a discretionary two-year extension.

Everyone Active, who have over 230 centres nationwide already successfully operate several leisure facilities in neighbouring areas including East Staffordshire, North West Leicestershire and Derby.

South Derbyshire District Council would like to thank current service providers Active Nation and staff at both sites for their hard work and dedication throughout the recent contract term.

The council and Everyone Active will be working closely with Active Nation to ensure a smooth transition for staff, contractors and current customers. Staff who currently work at the leisure centres will transfer across to the new operator.

Integral to the new partnership, Everyone Active and the council are committed to investing in new fitness equipment, facilities and community access for all at both sites.

Councillor Robert Pearson, Leader of South Derbyshire District Council, said: “It was a rigorous process to ensure we secured the best possible partnership to deliver a first-class leisure offer to the people of South Derbyshire.

“Everyone Active stood out during this evaluation, showcasing an outstanding track record in providing high-quality leisure services to the local community. We are excited about this collaboration and are looking forward to working together to enhance the leisure experiences for our residents.”

Simon Fearn, Everyone Active’s Regional Contract Manager, added: “As an East Midlands-founded company with extensive experience in nearby Derby, North West Leicestershire and East Staffordshire, it’s fantastic that we’ve been appointed to manage and develop these facilities within familiar territory that’s close to our heart. 

“The excellent centres within this contract are so important for health and wellbeing in local communities and, with plenty of exciting developments and improvements in the pipeline, we are incredibly privileged to be chosen to run them.

“We look forward to creating a close, impactful relationship with the council in the coming years, alongside helping local communities to get active.”

For further information, please visit the dedicated Frequently Asked Questions page.

Future updates regarding this exciting chapter for leisure provision in South Derbyshire can be found on the council’s website at Everyone Active partnership. 

19 January 2024