Wealden Community Sports Hub Starts Taking Shape
The Wealden Community Sports Hub has been making huge progress as facilities at the site are being completed. The Wealden Community Sports Hub, based on the outskirts of Hailsham is being built on a site owned by Wealden District Council and has been developed to give residents in the district more sports facilities thanks to […]
Celebrating Positive Community Impact at Wigan Football Hubs
Leisure United has welcomed the continued success of the Wigan football hubs at Laithwaite Park and William Foster, highlighting the positive and lasting impact they are having on local communities across the borough. Opened in 2023 and operated by charitable trust Leisure United, the two state-of-the-art hubs have quickly become thriving community assets, providing high-quality […]
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, […]
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 […]