From 1 April, Stockport County Football Club will take on the operation of Stockport Sports Village (SSV). This move builds on the strong community foundations established by Life Leisure since 2012.
Under the plans, SSV will become the long-term home for the Club’s Academy, women’s teams, Football Education programme, and Stockport Town Football Club, helping to establish it as a leading football development centre within the borough.
Community and grassroots football will continue at the site, with this provision set to expand as part of future investment.
As a result of the operational change, the current fitness facilities at SSV, including the gym, H1VE and studio classes, will close to the public from 1 April. Life Leisure will support all affected members to move to alternative centres across the borough, including expanded provision at Life Leisure Romiley and the new fitness and swimming facility opening at the Marple Hub later this year.
This upcoming change supports further investment in Life Leisure facilities across the borough and underpins the ongoing success and growth of Stockport County Football Club.