Residents are being urged to have their say on the next stage of the Carlton Active project, as fresh designs for a brand‑new leisure hub go public and a borough‑wide engagement drive gets underway.
Gedling Borough Council says it’s moving into a major phase of its plan to overhaul local leisure, with Carlton Active set to bring modern, accessible and eco‑friendly facilities to the community.
The proposals centre on a new Carlton Active Centre — a single site combining leisure amenities, health and wellbeing services and flexible spaces for community use. Early designs are now available to view, giving locals a first look at what the future centre could offer.
Architects say the exterior takes cues from local heritage, while the building itself has been designed with full accessibility in mind, including step‑free routes and low‑stimulation areas. Sustainability is also baked in from the start, with low‑energy principles shaping the design.
A three‑week engagement period runs from 1 to 21 June, giving residents the chance to explore the plans and share their thoughts.
People can get involved through an online survey or by dropping in to public sessions at Carlton Forum Leisure Centre, where the project team will be on hand to answer questions.
Drop‑in sessions…
• Tuesday, June 9(10.30am–4pm)
• Wednesday, June 10 (4–8pm)
Meet the Design Team…
• Monday, June 15 (10am–8pm)
Councillor Henry Wheeler, Portfolio Holder for Lifestyles, Health and Wellbeing, said: “This is an exciting stage of the Carlton Active programme and a chance for people to find out more about the new building. I would encourage local residents to take part and share their views, to help shape the future of leisure in the borough.”
The survey is open until June 21 and can also be completed on paper at Gedling Leisure Centres.
All feedback gathered will help refine the next stage of the Carlton Active proposals.
