BBC Information, WIltshire
BBCWorkers and gymnasium members are celebrating 40 years for the reason that opening of an “necessary” group hub.
The Hyperlink Centre in Swindon, which features a gymnasium, swimming pool and ice rink, first opened its doorways in 1985 and is without doubt one of the largest in Wiltshire.
A particular occasion is deliberate to mark the milestone on 26 April, that includes stallholders and discounted exercise classes reminiscent of ice skating, swimming and trampolining.
Basic supervisor Clive Seabrook described the power as “the hub of west Swindon”, including: “It is a actually necessary constructing for the group.”
The constructing, owned by Swindon Borough Council and operated by Greenwich Leisure underneath the model “Higher”, is thought for its national-sized ice rink which homes Nationwide Ice Hockey League workforce the Swindon Wildcats.
Coach Aaron Nell mentioned: “Very often after 40 years the rinks get worn down. This rink hasn’t, they’ve taken care of it very well.
“The view from the stands is pretty much as good as you will get.”
Generations of households have visited the leisure centre over the previous 4 many years.
Fitness center member Alfie Druett, 18, mentioned: “It is all the time been a giant a part of my life and my household’s life, and I come right here 5 days per week.
“Everybody will get on, and everybody has their very own targets and does their very own factor.”
In September 2023, The Hyperlink Centre closed indefinitely following heavy flooding. It reopened in January 2024 following intensive repairs.
Renovation works included ceiling repairs, retiling, redecoration and new lighting.
