Caerphilly County Borough Council is pleased to announce the official opening of new leisure facilities at the Centre for Skills and Learning in Pontllanfraith. The facilities, which opened today, represent a significant investment in both education and community provision across the county borough.
The leisure development, part of the wider education project located on the former Pontllanfraith High School site, includes a four-court sports hall, a multi-use 3G pitch, a rock climbing wall and a dedicated bike maintenance space. While the education facility will open in January, the leisure provision is now open for community use during weekday evenings and weekends.
The project has been funded through the Welsh Government’s Sustainable Communities for Learning Programme, with additional match funding. It forms part of the council’s ambitious Place Shaping programme and supports the objectives of the Sport and Active Recreation Strategy 2019 – 2029, which is committed to increasing participation and improving opportunities for residents of all ages and abilities.
Cllr Carol Andrews, Cabinet Member for Education and Communities, commented: “The Centre for Skills and Learning plays a vital role in our education provision and these new facilities will make a real difference. They will provide pupils and the wider community with inclusive opportunities to learn, take part and thrive.”
Cllr Chris Morgan, Cabinet Member for Leisure, added: “These new facilities demonstrate our commitment to providing high quality spaces that encourage people to be active and enjoy sport. They support the aims of our Sport and Active Recreation Strategy and will help improve health and wellbeing opportunities for residents across the borough.”
The leisure facilities are now open and available for bookings. For further information or to make a booking please contact the Customer Service Team on 01443 863072 or via email at leisure@caerphilly.gov.uk.
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