CONSTRUCTION of a new entrance façade has been completed at the Citadel Leisure Centre in Ayr.
The project forms part of a refurbishment programme, with South Ayrshire Council working with delivery partners Alliance Leisure and Robertson Construction Central West to deliver a ‘modern, visually striking’ exterior at the facility.
Works included curtain walling glazing, a new roof overlay above the entrance, and cladding.
A series of infrastructure upgrades are also being carried out to modernise the facility. These include roofing repairs, pool plantroom works, an electrical upgrade, and other enabling works.
With the façade now complete, focus shifts to the internal fit-out of the new entrance area.
Councillor Alec Clark, South Ayrshire Council’s depute leader and policy lead for commercial/operational services, said, “It’s wonderful to see this modern, welcoming entrance take shape at the Citadel as part of the wider improvement programme. It’s a visible sign of the investment being made to ensure the leisure centre continues to serve the community for years to come.”
Jonny Curley, director for Scotland, Alliance Leisure, added, “We are proud to be managing this transformative project on behalf of South Ayrshire Council and South Ayrshire Leisure. The progress on the façade is a clear indicator of the excellent collaboration between the Council, the design team, and the contractors on site. Every milestone achieved, from the early façade demolition to the installation of the final panels, brings us closer to delivering a first-class facility for the community.”
Andy McLinden, regional MD, Robertson Construction Central West, commented, “Working in partnership with Alliance Leisure and the wider project team, we have delivered a modern, high-quality façade that reflects the council’s vision for the Citadel and supports the needs of the community it serves. We look forward to continuing our role in further enhancing and revitalising this important community facility.”
