Braintree District Council is pleased to announce the appointment of Freedom Leisure as its new provider for leisure services across the district, commencing on 1 September 2025.
Braintree District Council is pleased to announce the appointment of Freedom Leisure as its new provider for leisure services across the district, commencing on 1 September 2025. The new contract has been awarded for three years, with a possible extension of two years.
This partnership marks an exciting new chapter for leisure facilities and programmes in the Braintree district, with Freedom Leisure bringing a wealth of experience and innovative ideas to enhance the health and wellbeing of local residents and the wider community.
The new contract will see Freedom Leisure manage and operate key leisure facilities, including Braintree Swim and Fitness, Witham Leisure Centre & Witham Sports Ground, Braintree Sports & Health Club and Halstead Leisure Centre, and deliver a diverse range of activities and programmes designed to cater to residents of all ages and abilities.
The council is confident that this new partnership will bring energy and investment to the district's leisure offer, ensuring high-quality services and encouraging participation in physical activity and healthy lifestyles.
The council also wishes to express its sincere gratitude to the outgoing leisure services provider, Fusion Lifestyle, for their years of service and dedication to the Braintree District.
Councillor Lynette Bowers-Flint, Cabinet member for Housing, Health and Wellbeing at Braintree District Council said: "We are delighted to welcome Freedom Leisure to the Braintree District. Their vision for the future of leisure services aligns perfectly with our commitment to promoting health and wellbeing within our community. We are excited about the new partnership, and we believe it will benefit our community and our residents."
"We would like to thank Fusion Lifestyle for their hard work and commitment to providing leisure services in our district over the past 13 years. We appreciate their contribution and wish them well for the future."
More information regarding the transition and upcoming programmes with Freedom Leisure will be shared with residents in the coming weeks. Residents can keep up to date on the Braintree District Council website, via social media channels and e-newsletters.