New era beckons for Barrow Park Leisure Centre

28th January, 2022

A new year is heralding a new era for leisure in Barrow.

We’re excited to announce that from the 1st of February, Life Leisure Barrow Park will become Barrow Forward Limited, a not for profit Local Authority Trading Company owned by Barrow Borough Council, helping solidify our purpose – to be here for the community, and help increase physical, social and mental wellness across our town.

Our much-loved facilities, staff and structure remain the same, so you’ll be able to enjoy everything you already love about Barrow Park Leisure.

We have some new systems being introduced which you’ll need to re-register with your membership details, but our team are on hand should you need any help getting set up.

Heading up the transition is Aidan Murphy, who commented : “Everyone is looking forward to cementing Barrow Park Leisure Centre in its rightful place in our community as the leading health and fitness hub providing facilities, activities and classes for all ages and abilities.”

As well as a new name, we’ve launched our new website, and there will be more exciting developments and announcements coming up, so look out for more messages landing in your inbox soon.

If you have any questions about our recent transition, we have put together this FAQ page that may be able to help you.

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We look forward to seeing you again soon.

Aidan & The Barrow Park Leisure Centre Team

Your questions answered

What is the new company called?

Barrow Forward Ltd 

Will there be any change to my membership?

No, there will be no change to your membership however you will need to collect a new membership card from reception 

What is the website address?

www.barrowleisure.co.uk

What will my bank statement read for my Direct Debit?

 Barrow Forward Limited 

Will the opening hours remain the same?

Yes, Mon- Thu 06:00-22:00 Fri 06:00-20:00 Sat-Sun 08:00-17:00 

Is there an app and how can I download it?

Yes – available from early February on Google Play and Apple Store, you can search Barrow Forward to download.

Will my child’s Swimming lessons stay the same day and time?

Yes, in the transfer all lessons will stay the same however they may change slightly in the future 

Will there be any changes to the swimming and class timetable?

No, there will not be any changes to the timetables for swimming or classes during this period however there may be small changes in the future 

Will there be any refurbishments within the centre particularly the wet changing rooms?

We are aware of the need to update the wet changing rooms. We will be working work to get these updated as soon as we can but do not have a date of when this will happen. 

Where will the profits go?

Barrow Forward Ltd is a Not for profit organisation so if profits are made then they will be put back into the centre 

Will the staff be keeping their jobs?

Yes

Will the gym kit stay the same?

Yes, all equipment currently in the centre will be staying