Major Thornton Health and Fitness Centre gym refurbishment complete after £230,000 Wyre Council investment
‘Encouraging healthy lifestyles.’
A major refurbishment of the gym facilities at Thornton Health and Fitness Centre has been completed following an investment of more than £230,000 by Wyre Council.
The upgraded gym was officially opened on 19 June by Wyre’s Mayor, Councillor Steve Nicholls, who marked the occasion with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and tested some of the new state-of-the-art equipment.
Delivered in partnership with leading suppliers Life Fitness and Physical Company, the refurbishment has seen almost all existing equipment replaced to create a modern, high-quality fitness environment.
The upgrade includes:
- A full suite of Life Fitness cardio equipment, featuring treadmills, cross-trainers and bikes with advanced SE4 touchscreen consoles, internet connectivity and on-demand workouts
- A complete range of Life Fitness Insignia resistance machines
- A dedicated Hammer Strength lifting zone with eight plate-loaded machines, including leg press, hack squat, V-squat and glute drive
- A new multi-jungle cable system and expanded resistance training area
- Enhanced free weights provision, including dumbbells up to 40kg and a newly created lighter weights area
New additions include a squat rack with lifting platform, Olympic bench presses, a Smith machine, kettlebells, sled equipment and battle ropes. The strength and resistance areas have also been enhanced with 40mm rubber flooring to improve safety and performance.
The refurbished gym is supported by a newly appointed team, with members able to book induction sessions to help them use the equipment confidently and maximise their workouts.
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Incredibly proud
Councillor Lynne Bowen, Leisure, Health & Community Engagement Portfolio Holder at Wyre Council, said: “We are incredibly proud of this significant investment at Thornton Health and Fitness Centre.
“This major upgrade, delivered in partnership with Parkwood Leisure, reflects our strong commitment to providing high-quality, accessible leisure facilities for our residents and supporting health and wellbeing across Wyre.”
“It offers residents a fantastic space to get active while reinforcing our dedication to creating inclusive, welcoming environments that encourage healthier lifestyles.”
Francois Smit, Regional Director at Parkwood Leisure, said: “This project was about more than just new equipment; it’s about investing in the overall experience for our members. We wanted to create a space that is as motivating as it is functional. We’re incredibly proud of the result and excited to see members back in the gym enjoying these world-class facilities.”