Leisure transformation
Fakenham's New Leisure and Sports Hub
Work has now begun on a multi-million-pound transformation of Fakenham’s leisure centre. The new Fakenham Leisure and Sports Hub will meet growing demand for modern inclusive facilities – including a brand new public swimming pool.
New community swimming pool and fitness suite
When completed in December 2026 the new hub will also provide an extended fitness suite, remodelled entrance and cafe, and refurbished sport and gym facilities.
Pool Hall
Community swimming pool
The pool hall will accommodate a 4 lane 25m community swimming pool, with a shallow water depth of 0.9m increasing to 1.5m at the deep end.
Gym and studio
Fitness suite
The fitness suite is located at the front of the building to provide an active frontage to the building and a 'shop window’, promoting the facility to users of the site.
The space will accommodate approximately 60 fitness stations, with lockers available adjacent to the entrance to the room in addition to the dry changing facilities.
This project is funded by the UK Government in partnership with North Norfolk District Council.
net zero
Carbon reduction measures
The new hub will include a range of carbon reduction measures including solar panels, heat pumps and an EV charging point.
Reducing the centre’s carbon footprint will be an important contribution to NNDC’s objective of meeting our net-zero target and represents an investment of around £1m.
This is going to be so important for the future of Fakenham as a growing town - I believe that this facility will put it on the map as a local destination for activity, and I know lots of surrounding villages will use it. As Fakenham grows and develops over the coming years, we know how important sports and leisure is going to be as the town expands.
NNDC Leader, Cllr Tim Adams
Further information and resources
Sustainability at the Hub
The new hub will include a range of carbon reduction measures including solar panels, heat pumps and an EV charging point.
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