The Richard Herrod Centre in Carlton has officially been handed over to contractors as work on the multi‑million pound Carlton Active programme steps up a gear.
Gedling Borough Council has passed the keys to delivery partners Alliance Leisure and construction team Universal Civils and Build, marking a major milestone for the long‑awaited project.
The building, which closed last month, will now enter its early prep phase. Expect hoardings, surveys, safety checks and the stripping out of internal fittings as teams get the site ready for potential redevelopment. A full planning application is due later this year.
If approved, the new Carlton Active hub promises a modern, fully accessible leisure space with upgraded sports and fitness facilities designed to support the health and wellbeing of local residents. Construction could begin as early as 2027, subject to Cabinet sign‑off.
Council leader John Clarke MBE said the handover was “an important step forward”, adding that while the old centre held fond memories, it “no longer meets modern standards”.
“This project is a major investment in the future of leisure in Carlton,” he said. “We’re excited to move ahead with proposals for a high‑quality facility that will benefit the whole community.”
Alliance Leisure’s Will Gardner said the team was “thrilled” to be working with the council, adding that the UK Leisure Framework would help deliver a facility designed around the needs of local people.
Work on site preparation is now underway as the project moves through detailed design.
