Council updates on plans for investing in MyActive Cheadle

MyActive Cheadle is set to benefit from a multi-million pound scheme to upgrade and refurbish the leisure centre, as the District Council re-affirmed its commitment to investing in improving the leisure centre.

The proposed improvements form part of the Council's wider programme of investment in local leisure facilities and are designed to enhance the experience for both existing users and future generations.

The plans include:

·       A brand-new fitness suite bringing together the two existing spaces

·       A new dedicated, immersive indoor cycling studio

·       A new, large additional group exercise studio

·       A new active wellbeing suite focused on supporting people just starting out, being referred for exercise by their GP or health professional, or who might be recovering from surgery or illness

·       Fully-refurbished wet-side changing facilities

Councillor Matt Swindlehurst, Cabinet Member for Leisure and Tourism, said: "We know MyActive Cheadle is much-loved and well used but is in need of investment, so I'm pleased to be able to update people on where we are with our plans to significantly refurbish and modernise the centre.

"I particularly want to thank the leisure working group, and its chair Councillor Ian Plant, for its important contribution to this very exciting development. It demonstrates the value of positive cross party working, particularly with regards to these large capital projects.

"We're moving positively through the design phases and aim to be able to share some exciting images in a few weeks to illustrate what we're planning and what people can expect from this upgrade. We'll also be asking you for your feedback on the plans to help shape them before they are taken forwards.

"We'll display the images in the centre and on our website and social media channels so watch this space and we look forward to hearing your views.

There's more information about the Council's leisure centres, which are operated by MyActive, on the website.

Rob Wilks, Managing Director of MyActive, said: "The progress being made by the Council on plans to invest in MyActive Cheadle is extremely exciting and we're looking forward to helping to share more information with the community very soon.

"We know that having access to high quality opportunities and facilities which support people's health and wellbeing is vital, and are committed to working with the Council on this significant project as things progress."

Published on 8 May 2026