Residents across Harrow are set to benefit from a £1.4 million investment in local leisure facilities after Everyone Active secured a new 10-year contract with the London Borough of Harrow.
Everyone Active, which has managed the borough’s leisure centres since 2013, will begin the new partnership on 1 March 2026. The operator will continue running Harrow Leisure Centre, Hatch End Swimming Pool and Bannister Outdoor Sports Centre.
As part of the agreement, major improvements are planned at Harrow Leisure Centre. A full refurbishment of the gym and studios will take place to modernise the facility and increase overall capacity.
The £1.4m investment will include new and enhanced fitness equipment, upgrades to existing studios and improvements to the ladies-only gym. Plans also include creating a new, larger group exercise studio and upgrading the spin studio to allow more people to take part in studio classes and group cycling sessions.
All refurbishment works are expected to be completed by summer 2026. Improvements will be phased to minimise disruption for customers.
John Sewell, Contract Manager at Everyone Active, said: “We are delighted to have secured this new 10-year contract, which provides long-term continuity for customers and allows us to build on the strong relationships already in place across Harrow’s leisure facilities.
“Residents will continue to see the same familiar faces delivering services they know and trust, alongside some exciting improvements that will enhance the existing offer.
“This £1.4 million investment will help keep facilities modern and fit for the future, while increasing capacity and enabling more people to take part in physical activity.”
Cllr Janet Mote, Cabinet Member for Community and Culture said: “We know how important leisure and fitness are for our residents and we’re delighted to continue working with Everyone Active.
“Thousands of people enjoy using Harrow Leisure Centre, Hatch End Swimming Pool and Bannister Outdoor Sports Centre and will welcome this news of further investment. This will ensure our facilities continue to put residents first and meet the health and wellbeing needs of our residents and users. The upcoming improvements will make getting active easier and more accessible for everyone, so more people can enjoy fitness, wellbeing across our centres.”
Alongside the facility upgrades, Everyone Active will continue supporting aspiring athletes through its Sporting Champions scheme. The programme provides free access to leisure facilities and mentoring support to help up-and-coming athletes develop.
The operator will also continue its inclusive membership programme in Harrow. This includes complimentary memberships for cared-for children and care-experienced young people through Council Family Support Team referrals, free access for people living with Parkinson’s and their carers, and discounted rates for NHS staff, emergency service workers, full-time carers and Universal Credit recipients.
Work on the upgrades is expected to begin shortly after the new contract starts, with minimal disruption to services planned.
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