Following initial investigation works, the next steps to repair the steel columns in the leisure water area at Pingles Leisure Centre have begun.
Over the coming week, the leisure pool will be drained in order for a contractor to undertake a propping solution and arrange for an ultrasound to be carried out on the steel columns to assess the level of repair work required. Pool draining is a necessary requirement in preparation for the propping works to be undertaken.
Following the ultrasound assessment, the relevant repair works to the steel columns will commence along with any additional maintenance repairs required to the pool.
In order to carry out the repair work safely, temporary propping will be erected to support the area. It is estimated that the temporary propping will be installed in late March or early April.
In addition, during the week commencing 10 March, foundation investigation works will also be carried out externally to the leisure pool area which will involve some digging into the ground to assess the foundations, this will be cordoned off appropriately.
The smaller leisure pool area will remain closed, and access will remain restricted as it is currently to part of the gym space until this work has been completed.
Working with Everyone Active, the main pool, gym and studio services will continue exactly how they are currently running, all of which are available to book online. It is not anticipated that there will be any further disruption to these facilities during the time of these ongoing works.
Cllr Tim Jenkins, Portfolio Holder for Leisure, Communities and Health, said:
“We are doing our utmost to carry out the investigation and repair works as swiftly as possible whilst trying to minimise disruption for Pingles users.
“We apologise for any inconvenience caused. I’m sure the public will understand the necessary requirement that this work is carried out with efficiency and accuracy to ensure the safety of everyone working at or using the centre, and for that we thank you for your patience whilst we carry out these repairs.”
Further updates will be available via the Pingles' Everyone Active website.