A newly refurbished gym at Jubilee High School in Addlestone has reopened, providing enhanced fitness facilities for both pupils and the wider community.

The gym, operated by Lifestyle Fitness in partnership with Bourne Education Trust, has undergone significant investment to bring it back into use after the previous gym closed in July 2025.

Runnymede Borough Council collaborated closely with Bourne Education Trust to secure a sustainable future for the facility, which was originally developed with Council funding and opened in 2006.

After the closure, the Council and the Trust worked together to find a solution that would allow the building to continue offering leisure opportunities while supporting the school’s educational needs.

In July 2026, proposals were made for the Council to return the facility to Bourne Education Trust, along with a £100,000 contribution towards essential refurbishment works. The plans also included further investment from the new leisure operator to modernise the gym and exercise facilities.

The refurbished gym will support physical education and wellbeing opportunities for Jubilee High School pupils, while also providing local residents access to fitness facilities outside school hours.

Cllr Robert King, Co-Leader of Runnymede Borough Council, said:
“When the previous operator withdrew from this site in 2025, our priority as an administration was to get this facility back into community use as quickly as possible. It was built to provide local leisure and wellbeing services, and it’s vital for residents of all ages, particularly younger people and older adults who rely on it most.

While this has taken considerable time due to the complex history of the site, I’m pleased that our collective work with the Bourne Education Trust has delivered a sustainable new operator in Lifestyle Fitness, backed by significant investment.”

Cllr Don Whyte, Co-Leader of Runnymede Borough Council, added:
“It’s fantastic to see this much improved facility brought back to life and ready to welcome the local community once again.

Having access to good-quality leisure facilities close to home makes a real difference to people’s health and wellbeing. We’re pleased to have worked with our partners to make this possible and look forward to seeing residents of all ages making the most of what’s on offer for many years to come.”

The reopening marks a positive outcome for the school and local community, ensuring the building continues to provide opportunities for people to stay active for years to come.

For more information about the gym and its facilities, visit Lifestyle Fitness.

Source: Runnymede Borough Council news

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