Wednesbury Hub Reopens After £1.3 Million Transformation
The doors are open once again at Wednesbury Hub, following a major £1.3 million investment that has transformed the site into a modern, welcoming space for local people to enjoy sport, fitness, and community life. This exciting project was made possible thanks to funding from the Premier League, The FA and Government’s Football Foundation, supported […]
Derby Racecourse Hub Officially Opens
On Tuesday 30 September, we celebrated the official ribbon cutting at Leisure United Derby Racecourse Hub. This milestone marks the completion of a truly transformational project. Thanks to a £6 million grant from the Premier League, The FA, Department for Culture, Media & Sport and Government’s Football Foundation. Alongside vital support from Derby City Council, […]
England Football Grassroots Match Official of the year, Sean Wright in action at WoodBourn Road
Winners of the 2025 England Football Grassroots Football Awards were recognised and celebrated at the FA Community Shield fixture between Crystal Palace and Liverpool at Wembley Stadium on Sunday 10 August 2025. The England Football Grassroots Football Awards demonstrate the amazing passion, talent and dedication of every volunteer in The England Football Family. Nominations are […]
Andy Carroll Trains at Parsloes Park with Dagenham & Redbridge
We were delighted to welcome Andy Carroll to Parsloes Park today as he took part in training with his new club, Dagenham & Redbridge, at the Leisure United Hub. Fresh from signing with the Daggers, Andy brought a real buzz to the session and took time to meet the team and pose for a group […]
Idris Elba and West Ham United Shaping Futures with Premier League Kicks at Leisure United’s Bobby Moore Sports Hub
As part of the Premier League’s More Than A Game campaign, renowned actor Idris Elba and West Ham United joined the Premier League at Leisure United’s Bobby Moore Sports Hub in Parsloes Park on the 10th February. The £13.1m Hub, featuring football pitches named after Sir Trevor Brooking, Paul Ince and Chloe Kelly, was funded […]
Tom Galvin, is the new Chief Operation Officer for Leisure United
We are delighted to announce the appointment of our new Chief Operations Officer, Thomas Galvin, who will proactively lead our operations team. Thomas brings a wealth of experience in sports, leisure, and fitness roles. He offers strong business strategy, leadership, and hands-on operational management expertise to Leisure United. Tom joined the team at the end […]
Growth & Achievements in LU Newcastle Region
Membership Milestone Our two sites in the Newcastle region have seen tremendous growth, now boasting over 3,000 members. This reflects our commitment to providing top-notch facilities and services. Training Home for Elite Teams We are proud to be the training home for Newcastle Women and the U21s Development team, supporting their journey to excellence. Tournaments […]
Empowering the Community from our Wigan Hubs
Pathways for Girls’ Football Cherrybrook FC is dedicated to creating pathways for girls’ football. A Local Councillor recently visited to celebrate the formation of 10 new girls’ teams, supported by Leisure United. Currently, 35 girls’ teams train across our two Wigan Hubs. Wigan Angels Group The Wigan Angels Group provides a safe space for girls […]
Leisure United HAF Camp Success across all four Liverpool Hubs
We successfully delivered the HAF (Holiday Activities and Food) camp across all four Liverpool sites, providing enriching activities and meals for children during the school holidays. Inclusive Football Sessions Disability Football: Weekly sessions at Jericho Lane ensure everyone can participate in the sport. Walking Football: We provide walking football sessions, making the sport accessible to […]
Mark Coulson, is the new CEO of Leisure United
We are proud to announce the appointment of Mark Coulson, a highly experienced and respected senior leader in the sector, as our new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). This is a significant step forward in our commitment to delivering excellence in grassroots football facilities and services across the nation. Mark, who brings with him an extensive […]