Company reopens its Milton Keynes leisure centres

From December 2, 1Life has reopened all of its leisure centres and pools, including those in Milton Keynes, following the temporary closures caused by lockdown.

The 1Life centres in MK which have reopened are: Woughton Leisure Centre, Woughton On the Green, Windmill Hill Golf Centre, Brooklands Pavillion and Broughton Centre.

Mark Braithwaite, CEO of 1Life, said he is excited to welcome back members and wanted to reassure them that they will be safe.

He said: “We’re delighted to reopen our doors and look forward to seeing everyone enjoying all the benefits of physical activity once again.

"We want to ensure that members and facility users feel comfortable in our facilities, and we continue to follow the very latest advice and procedures to ensure a safe service and operation.

“Leisure centres and pools play an instrumental role in the physical and mental wellbeing of our nation. The reopening couldn’t come sooner and the whole team is eager to get back to action to support our members and users by providing the best and safest experiences possible.”

As was the case before the lockdown, members and customers will be asked to book any sessions and attendance in advance, enabling 1Life to monitor and manage capacities and to ensure social distancing is fully adhered to.

The changes and procedures implemented by 1Life during the first lockdown remain in place, allowing exercisers to work out at a safe distance from each another.

1Life said its staff will continue carrying out stringent cleaning routines throughout the day, and sanitisation stations are available throughout the facilities to ensure the highest possible standards of hygiene and cleanliness.

Leisure centre users and swimmers will be asked to limit their time in the changing rooms and showers in accordance with government guidelines. Some cubicles may be locked to reflect the bather load capacity and to allow for deeper cleaning in the showers/areas that are being used.