The refurbishment includes dedicated fitness changing facilities, a fitness suite, spin studio and multipurpose activity space
Oliver Castle – Local Democracy Reporter
06:00, 05 Apr 2026
The work that has taken place so far(Image: Boston Borough Council)
The redevelopment of a leisure centre will help residents become healthier and more active, a senior official has said.
Boston Borough Council portfolio holder for heritage, culture and tourism, Sarah Sharpe (Independent – Fishtoft), told the Local Democracy Reporting Service that the refurbishment of the Geoff Moulder Leisure Complex in Rowley Road, Boston, will bring ‘significant’ benefits to the local economy.
The facility is currently being remodelled as part of a £14.5 million investment programme – funded by the government’s ‘levelling-up partnership’ and the Boston Town Board.
A representation of what the new facility could look like(Image: Boston Borough Council)
The Boston Leisure Project includes a new front and entrance, as well as an improved reception area.
The refurbishment also involves improvements to the pool changing area, dedicated fitness changing facilities, a first‑floor fitness suite, a spin studio, and a multipurpose activity space.
Once complete, the remodelled facility will reopen as the Boston Leisure Centre.
As part of the project, a new public plaza will also be developed, curated by local charity Transported Arts – which will link the leisure centre with Boston College’s recently developed Mayflower building.
The new learning centre officially opened on November 25, 2025, following a joint project between Boston Town Board and Boston College.
A total of £9.9 million in funding came from the Town Deal, while Boston College committed more than £6 million towards the project.
The facility provides a space where students, businesses and the wider community can connect – and aims to tackle low aspirations and skills shortages.
The new leisure and fitness areas are expected to open towards the end of this year, while work on the plaza and external areas is scheduled for 2027.
Cllr Sharpe explained that the leisure project has recently reached a new milestone – with the installation of the steel frame marking the start of the main construction phase.
She said: “The recent installation of the steel frame marks an important stage in the delivery of the Boston Leisure Project and provides a clear indication of the progress being made on site.
“This redevelopment represents a hugely significant and long-term investment in Boston’s leisure offer, creating modern, accessible facilities that will support healthier and more active lifestyles for residents across the borough.
“This forms part of our wider ambition to enhance the area, improve opportunities for residents and create a more vibrant and sustainable local economy.
“We look forward to seeing the next stages of the development progress over the coming months.”
The borough council said the leisure centre will remain open throughout the works. Customers can use the gym, attend a class, or go for a swim.
The authority has yet to confirm when the project is expected to be fully completed and said it will provide a further update at a later date.