Caerphilly Leisure and Wellbeing Hub

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Consultation has concluded

Plans to build a new, state of the art leisure and wellbeing hub in the heart of Caerphilly are taking shape. The new leisure and wellbeing hub, which subject to planning permission, is to be built near Caerphilly Business Park, will replace the existing dated leisure centre at Virginia Park. The hub will boast a new swimming pool, state-of-the-art fitness suite, spa, children’s play and activity areas, café, community and wellbeing facilities.

The £33.6 million development is being funded through the UK Government’s Levelling Up Fund and by Caerphilly County Borough Council. This development is integral to the Caerphilly 2035 regeneration masterplan, supporting the town’s economic regeneration through increased footfall, active travel, opportunity and pride in place.

Why are we consulting?

The aim of this engagement is to inform residents and businesses of the proposed Caerphilly Leisure and Wellbeing Hub plans prior to formal planning permission being submitted, and to understand what our communities would like to see delivered as part of the planned new leisure and wellbeing hub. We are keen for people who currently use the existing leisure centre, as well as people who currently don’t, to share their opinions to help shape the future offer.

Have Your Say

If you would like to share your views, please complete the survey, leave a comment on our discussion board, or drop in to an in-person event for a discussion with the project team on the dates below. There is also the opportunity to leave your feedback at the current Caerphilly Leisure Centre throughout the duration of the event.

You can also request a paper version of the survey by e-mailing publicengagement@caerphilly.gov.uk or calling 01443 864213. Hard copies can also be found at Caerphilly Leisure Centre.

Copies of the design and access statement are also available to view at Caerphilly Library and Caerphilly Leisure Centre until Wednesday 3rd January.

Public Consultation Duration

24th November 2023 to 3rd January 2024.

Meet the Team Sessions

Representatives from Caerphilly County Borough Council and Alliance Leisure will be hosting a number of drop in sessions for residents. These sessions will give residents the opportunity to discuss the future plans of the leisure and wellbeing hub, and is a great chance to share opinions and ideas in person.

LocationDate Time
Caerphilly LibraryFriday 1st December 202311am - 1pm
Penallta HouseWednesday 6th December 202312:30 - 2:30pm
Caerphilly Leisure CentreThursday 7th December 20235 - 7pm
Vanguard CentreMonday 11th December 202312 - 2pm
Caerphilly Leisure CentreTuesday 12th December 202310am - 12pm


Residents who have any specific requirements such as access, hearing loop, require translation facilities or wish to use the Welsh language at any of the events are asked to contact the team at publicengagement@caerphilly.gov.uk or by calling 01443 864213.

Expected Outcomes and Next Steps

The project team have worked with planners as the design works have developed to ensure that a scheme which meets the needs of the local Caerphilly area is delivered. With this work having been undertaken a submission of the PAC (Pre Application Consultation) information will made in November 2023, this will incorporate feedback received from planners. The PAC process will run for a period of 1 month, once completed the project team will take away any comments and feedback received and look to review and incorporate these within the formal planning submission, which is due to be made in January 2024.

Plans to build a new, state of the art leisure and wellbeing hub in the heart of Caerphilly are taking shape. The new leisure and wellbeing hub, which subject to planning permission, is to be built near Caerphilly Business Park, will replace the existing dated leisure centre at Virginia Park. The hub will boast a new swimming pool, state-of-the-art fitness suite, spa, children’s play and activity areas, café, community and wellbeing facilities.

The £33.6 million development is being funded through the UK Government’s Levelling Up Fund and by Caerphilly County Borough Council. This development is integral to the Caerphilly 2035 regeneration masterplan, supporting the town’s economic regeneration through increased footfall, active travel, opportunity and pride in place.

Why are we consulting?

The aim of this engagement is to inform residents and businesses of the proposed Caerphilly Leisure and Wellbeing Hub plans prior to formal planning permission being submitted, and to understand what our communities would like to see delivered as part of the planned new leisure and wellbeing hub. We are keen for people who currently use the existing leisure centre, as well as people who currently don’t, to share their opinions to help shape the future offer.

Have Your Say

If you would like to share your views, please complete the survey, leave a comment on our discussion board, or drop in to an in-person event for a discussion with the project team on the dates below. There is also the opportunity to leave your feedback at the current Caerphilly Leisure Centre throughout the duration of the event.

You can also request a paper version of the survey by e-mailing publicengagement@caerphilly.gov.uk or calling 01443 864213. Hard copies can also be found at Caerphilly Leisure Centre.

Copies of the design and access statement are also available to view at Caerphilly Library and Caerphilly Leisure Centre until Wednesday 3rd January.

Public Consultation Duration

24th November 2023 to 3rd January 2024.

Meet the Team Sessions

Representatives from Caerphilly County Borough Council and Alliance Leisure will be hosting a number of drop in sessions for residents. These sessions will give residents the opportunity to discuss the future plans of the leisure and wellbeing hub, and is a great chance to share opinions and ideas in person.

LocationDate Time
Caerphilly LibraryFriday 1st December 202311am - 1pm
Penallta HouseWednesday 6th December 202312:30 - 2:30pm
Caerphilly Leisure CentreThursday 7th December 20235 - 7pm
Vanguard CentreMonday 11th December 202312 - 2pm
Caerphilly Leisure CentreTuesday 12th December 202310am - 12pm


Residents who have any specific requirements such as access, hearing loop, require translation facilities or wish to use the Welsh language at any of the events are asked to contact the team at publicengagement@caerphilly.gov.uk or by calling 01443 864213.

Expected Outcomes and Next Steps

The project team have worked with planners as the design works have developed to ensure that a scheme which meets the needs of the local Caerphilly area is delivered. With this work having been undertaken a submission of the PAC (Pre Application Consultation) information will made in November 2023, this will incorporate feedback received from planners. The PAC process will run for a period of 1 month, once completed the project team will take away any comments and feedback received and look to review and incorporate these within the formal planning submission, which is due to be made in January 2024.

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    We'd love to hear your thought's on the new Caerphilly Leisure and Wellbeing Hub.  Please leave a comment on our discussion board.