The next step of the redevelopment of the Goole Hub, the project to transform East Riding Leisure Goole into a dynamic leisure and community venue, is set to proceed. East Riding of Yorkshire’s Cabinet gave approval for the construction contract to be concluded.
Builders Willmott Dixon has been selected as the preferred contractor, with preparatory works set to start in October. The Hub is due to be completed by the summer of 2026, opening in Goole’s Bicentenary year.
The Goole Hub, funded by East Riding of Yorkshire Council, will provide new and enhanced leisure facilities, collocate services, and introduce new activities, such as bowling that will enhance engagement and the offer in Goole. A sum of £3.372 million is being contributed by the £25 million Goole Town Deal regeneration programme.
While the facility is closed, the council will continue to offer gym facilities, group exercise classes, and health programmes, at the Goole College site on Boothferry Road.
Councillor Nick Coultish, Cabinet Member for Culture, Leisure, and Tourism, said: “I’m excited to announce the awarding of the contract to build a brilliant new leisure facility for Goole and our surrounding communities. This project reflects the East Riding of Yorkshire Council’s commitment to invest in Goole and to fostering a vibrant, active, and healthy community. I look forward to seeing the renewed Goole Hub, and all the fantastic facilities it will provide.”
Phil Jones, Chair of the Goole Town Deal Board, said: “The Goole Town Deal Board has allocated a share of the town’s £25 million in Town Deal funding towards the development of East Riding Leisure Goole because we see it as an important anchor destination within the town centre that, alongside the seven other strategic projects that we’ve chosen to fund, will help to increase footfall and boost the local economy.
“This exciting project will transform the venue into a truly modern community hub with a vastly enhanced leisure offer for local people of all ages. We’re delighted to see it progressing.”
