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23 February - 8 March 2010 Circulation 23,035 (July 07 – June 08) Burnley FC unveils new 'football university' scheme

By Pete Hayman new entertainment complex and student accommodation Burnley Football Club (BFC) has under the plans, which have unveiled ambitious plans to been drawn up in partnership establish a new "football with Burnley Borough Council. university" as part of a wider The Prince's Charities – not- regeneration project aimed at for-profit organisations boosting the town's economy. founded by the Prince of Wales The university, which will be – will also be involved with the located on the site of Burnley scheme, which will be funded Cricket Club's existing home, through debt financing, private would offer courses based on equity and grants. the day-to-day running of a BFC chief executive Paul football club, including finances The proposed StadiArena is set to provide a new dual-use facility Fletcher said: "If you dare to and stadium design. dream, dream big and this is The cricket club would Triangle and a new "StadiArena" conferences in addition to not just about Burnley Football relocate to a new home on the at the Turf Moor stadium. providing a new stand to Club, this is about the whole former Towneley Park School as The StadiArena would replace Turf Moor's David town of Burnley and potentially part of the multi-million pound provide a dual-use facility, Fishwick (Cricket Field) Stand. leaving a massive legacy proposals, along with a which would be able to host Meanwhile, Weaver's brought on by promotion to redevelopment of Weaver's concerts, exhibitions and Triangle is set to benefit from a the Premier League."

Guggenheim vision for £140m Aberdeen makeover Nuffield unveils "Major national gallery or museum" targeted to form part of City Square Project upgrade plans Healthcare charity and By Pete Hayman land by raising Union Terrace fitness operator Nuffield Gardens and covering the Health is to invest Aberdeen City and Shire Denburn dual carriageway. £500,000 in redeveloping Economic Future (ACSEF) has A cultural hub, water features its portfolio of UK clubs. unveiled its vision for the recognising the importance of Four sites – in St Albans development of a Scottish Aberdeen as a major North Sea and Bishop's Stortford, Guggenheim as part of a port and an outdoor perfor- Hertfordshire; East £140m scheme to transform mance stage and amphitheatre Kilbride and Warwick Aberdeen city centre. are mooted as part of the plans. – have been re-kitted with The public/private sector ACSEF's Dave Blackwood equipment supplied by body revealed it aims to secure The scheme aims to transform said: "There is no reason why Life Fitness. "a major national gallery or a part of Aberdeen city centre Aberdeen cannot aspire to The St Albans club has museum" as part of the City securing a major arts brand received 56 pieces of new Square Project, which is set to A new city square with and establishing our own fitness equipment, such as be the subject of a design gardens is at the heart of the Guggenheim – a gallery and Life Fitness’ Engage contest if plans are supported ACSEF-led proposals, which will museum which has led the Elevation CV range. by a public consultation. reclaim 5 acres (22 hectares) of transformation of Bilbao."

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Journalists Whitehall, which would see IMAGE Pete Hayman 01462 471938 direct intervention taken to Whitehall wants to avoid the repetition of the Portsmouth saga Sarah Todd 01462 471927 ensure clubs' finances are kept Martin Nash 01462 471933 under greater control. Lloyd's motion proposes public interest by putting the Designer In a Parliamentary debate on "[that this House] calls on the supporter at the heart of the Ed Gallagher 01905 20198 10 February, shadow sports government and the football national game." Internet minister Hugh Robertson authorities to create a binding The proposals come after Dean Fox 01462 471900 indicated government interven- framework, which will regulate Portsmouth Football Club was Tim Nash 01462 471917 tion "remains an option", while club debt and those people told to prove it could meet the Sales Team Manager an early day motion tabled by who are involved in football, demands of its creditors after a Annie Lovell 01462 471901 Tony Lloyd MP has urged the guarantee the protection of the winding-up order was brought Account Managers creation of a new framework to consumer with rules for fair against the club over a Recruitment, training, tenders regulate club debt. trading and protect the wider multi-million pound tax bill. Paul Thorman 01462 471904 Simon Hinksman 01462 471905 Emma Matthews 01462 471907 Landmarks to 'turn green' for St Patrick's Day Sarah Gibbs 01462 471914 Simon Hancock 01462 471929 By Pete Hayman the US, European, Chinese, Property desk Indian and South African Simon Hinksman 01462 471905 Iconic landmarks around the markets as part of Tourism Spa Opportunities world are set to turn green as Ireland's bid to increase Emma Matthews 01462 471907 part of ambitious new plans inbound visitor numbers by 3 Financial Controller unveiled by Tourism Ireland to per cent during 2010. help celebrate St Patrick's Day Sue Davis 01395 519398 Tourism Ireland chief on 17 March. executive Niall Gibbons said: Financial Administrator Sydney Opera House, "The agreement to allow us to Denise Gildea 01462 471930 Australia; the London Eye; the 'green' such iconic buildings Circulation Manager Empire State Building, New and attractions must be a first Michael Emmerson 01462 471932 York, US, and the CN Tower in for any destination and clearly To subscribe to Leisure Opportunities, Toronto, Canada, are among a The London Eye is one global illustrates the goodwill that the log on to www.leisuresubs.com email: [email protected] number of sites around the landmark set to 'turn green' Ireland brand generates across tel +44 (0)1462 471913 fax +44 (0)1462 433909. Annual subscription rates are UK £31, world that are set to undergo the world. Europe £41, Rest of world £62, students UK £16. Leisure Opportunities is published fortnightly by "greening" in a bid to help In Britain, the tourism agency "We aim to bring a smile to The Leisure Media Company Limited, Portmill House, Portmill Lane, Hitchin, Herts SG5 1DJ, UK and is dis- promote Irish tourism. is planning to make St Patrick's the world. The message is that tributed in the USA by SPP, 75 Aberdeen Road, Emigsville, PA 17318-0437. Periodicals postage paid @ The scheme will form part of Day one of the largest there has never been a better Manchester, PA POSTMASTER Send US address changes to Leisure Opportunities, c/o PO Box 437,Emigsville, Tourism Ireland's wider efforts consumer events of the year, time to visit the island of PA 17318-0437. The views expressed in print are those of the author to market the island of Ireland with a programme of events Ireland. The St Patrick's and do not necessarily represent those of the publish- er The Leisure Media Company Limited. as a tourist destination and to and promotions designed to programme is an integral All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmit- boost inbound tourism levels, celebrate Irish culture, geneal- element of our overall %26m ted in any form or by means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recorded or otherwise without the which have suffered a down- ogy and sport. first-half marketing drive aimed prior permission of the copyright holder. Printed by Warners Midland plc. turn over recent months due to Events are also planned to at restoring overseas tourism to ©The Leisure Media Company Limited 2010 ISSN 0952/8210 the recession. encourage tourism growth in growth in 2010."

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Work completed on Museum of Liverpool IN THIS ISSUE New £72m building handed over to National Museums Liverpool for internal fi t-out 04 HEALTH & FITNESS By Pete Hayman Hyde Park outdoor facility

Construction work on the new SCC selects private operator £72m Museum of Liverpool building – one of the largest museums to be created in 06 SPORT Britain for more than a century – has been completed. Work starts on BMX centre WYNNE

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fi t-out work to get underway. IMAGE Approval for Moorgate hotel The museum, which has been The new attraction is due to open its doors to the public in 2011 part-funded by the Heritage London set for good 2010 Lottery Fund and the North- interactive resource centre is Designed by Denmark-based west Regional Development also among the facilities. architects 3xN to include a Agency, will explore the history National Museums Liverpool bespoke exhibition system, the 10 ATTRACTIONS of Liverpool and its people. chair Phil Redmond said: "We Museum of Liverpool develop- Four core themes – Port City, want to encourage everyone to ment has also received £5m Sherwood Forest proposals Global City, People's City and be a part of the new museum funding through the Mersey- Creative City – comprise the and get involved in maintain- side Objective One programme, SIPTU submits Dublin plan museum, each housed within a ing and developing museums as well as £2m from the large gallery area, while an for the future." Garfi eld Weston Foundation. 11 ARTS & CULTURE BW 'gets the hump' over canal bridge incidents £14.6m venue for Llanelli Stockton theatre revamp By Pete Hayman Concerns are being raised that the number of incidents British Waterways (BW) has involving hump-back bridges 12 PARKS & COUNTRYSIDE called on motorists to be more will severely impact the responsible when driving across maintenance of inland waters. Severn Barrage concerns hump-back canal bridges after BW is also unhappy it cannot revealing that drivers cause up claim the cost of the damage Revamp for London canal to £2.5m of damage each year. from a driver's insurance According to the company, company because offenders which is responsible for the have already left the accident 13 PROPERTY/TENDERS maintenance of 2,000 miles of Irresponsible drivers have been scene without reporting it. canals and rivers, the cost of blamed for bridge accidents Nigel Crowe, BW's head of repairing damaged hump-back heritage, said: "Frankly, if 14 PROPERTY bridges is diverting much-need- its care, which were originally motorists just slowed down a IMAX project moves forward ed funds away from more designed in the 18th and 19th bit and took more care and important schemes. centuries for horse-drawn carts, attention then we'd not be £3.9m for New Brighton BW revealed that at least two are struck by modern vehicles defacing our heritage in this of the 1,800 historic bridges in each week. way on a day-to-day basis." 16 SCHOOL LEAVER SPECIAL THE LEISURE MEDIA COMPANY PUBLISHES

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IN BRIEF 'Senior playground' set for Hyde Park Private firm to operate Westminster City Council approves planning permission for the 125 sq m facility Boston facilities Boston Borough Council has By Pete Hayman announced that it has approved plans to transfer management of London's Hyde Park is set to two town sports centres to a benefit from the installation of private operator in a move to a £40,000 outdoor "senior reduce costs. Councillors backed playground" after plans were plans for the appointment of a given the go ahead by leisure firm to run the Geoff Westminster City Council. Moulder Leisure Pool and Fitness equipment supplied Princess Royal Sports Arena, but by Kompan, which has been will not reveal the identity of designed to provide exercise the company until unsuccessful for people over the age of 60 bidders are informed. The deal, years, will be installed in the which is set to save the council park's Pavilion tennis and bowls Kompan machines – seen in use in a Danish park – will be installed £154,000 each year, will lead to centre this spring. the reopening of the training The fitness equipment, which Scheme and will be project together. People need to stay pool as part of a revamp of the will include a cross-trainer and managed by the Royal Parks. active, maintain independence Geoff Moulder Leisure Pool. a sit up bench, is set to occupy Madeline Elsdon of the and are never too old to play." an area covering 125sq m Knightsbridge Association said: Royal Parks chief executive Essex facilities set (1,345sq ft) and will also be "We proposed the playground Mark Camley added: "We are for cash injection available for use by people because many older people keen to encourage people of all Three leisure centres in Essex under the age of 60 years. find indoor gyms intimidating ages to keep fit and active and are set to benefit from a share of First proposed by the and expensive and therefore we believe that this new facility £930,000 after Epping Forest Knightsbridge Association, a aren't exercising enough. will inspire many people to District Council approved plans local residents' group, the "As well as the physical and take exercise and have fun to invest in improved facilities. Hyde Park Senior Playground mental benefits we hope that while they're doing it." The council's cabinet agreed to scheme has been funded by the the playground will encourage The 'senior playground' will provide £800,000 towards the council under its Ward Budget users to socialise and have fun be free for park visitors to use. creation of a movement studio and an extended fitness suite at Teesside centre Loughton Leisure Centre as part ACL launches Newmarket studio of the plans. Meanwhile, a set for revamp further £130,000 will go towards Work has started on a By Tom Walker equipment for Epping Sports major redevelopment Centre and Ongar Leisure Centre scheme at the Neptune Leisure trust Anglia Community to help reduce fees for operator Centre in Berwick Hills, Leisure (ACL) has opened a new Sports Leisure Management. Middlesbrough, in a bid dedicated personal training to encourage more local facility at the Newmarket Girlzone adds fat residents to become Leisure Centre, Suffolk. free programme physically active. The new studio will provide Women-only health club A disabled changing personal training with an Girlzone in Basingstoke, facility and automatic instructor and contains a range The facility will enable gym Hampshire, has expanded its pre-swim showers will be of equipment, including users to train uninterrupted services by launching a new "flat provided as part of the Technogym's Kinesis One range stomach programme" for its 11-week revamp, which of equipment. "It allows us to concentrate members. The programme also includes a redeco- Jo Gathercole, health and solely on the individual and combines a diet of whole foods, rated health suite. fitness manager at Newmarket also offers privacy for anyone protein, carbohydrates and Although the centre will Leisure Centre said: "This is a starting their training and healthy fats with a cv and stay open while work is fully equipped private area feeling a little self conscious. resistance exercise regime carried out, there will be where customers can complete "ACL wants to provide a designed to reduce body fat. The fewer toilets and showers their personal training session quality service that can match basic diet and exercise available and the health without the interruptions of that offered by our competitors. programme will be issued free to suite will be closed. other users or the frustrations We think this will be a real asset all club members. of unavailable equipment. for the people of Newmarket."

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SCC appoints private leisure operator Southampton taxpayers to save £400,000 each year as part of management deal

By Pete Hayman

Southampton City Council (SCC) has announced the appoint- ment of a preferred bidder to take over the operation of the city's leisure facilities as part of a 15-year lease agreement. Active Nation, in partnership with DC Leisure, has been selected to run the council- owned venues, which include Bitterne Leisure Centre, the Quays 'Eddie Read' Swimming The Quays 'Eddie Read' centre is among the city venues affected and Diving Complex and Southampton Alpine Centre. John Hannides, SCC's cabinet Chamberlayne Leisure Centre, It is hoped the move will member for leisure, culture and Woodmill Activities Centre, help to increase the number of heritage, said: "The leisure Southampton Water Activities people using leisure facilities centres currently require a Centre and the Outdoor Sports across the city by 15 per cent subsidy of £1.4m a year and Centre are also among the over the next five years, while this partnership will reduce city's leisure facilities set to be also saving local taxpayers those costs while improving operated by Active Nation and more than £400,000 each year. services to all our customers." DC Leisure as part of the deal.

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IN BRIEF Work underway on £24m BMX venue 2012 sports agree to Indoor facility at Manchester's Sportcity to form part of National Cycling Centre Wembley switch London's Wembley Arena will By Pete Hayman stage badminton and rhythmic gymnastics events at the 2012 A ground-breaking ceremony Olympic Games after both sports has been held to mark the start agreed to move from a proposed of construction work at the new temporary venue. According to £24m National Indoor BMX the BBC, the Badminton World Centre at Sportcity, Manchester. Federation and the Federation Together with Manchester Internationale de Gymnastique Velodrome, the 110,000sq ft have accepted the move. Denis (10,219sq m) venue will form Oswald, chair of the part of the National Cycling International Olympic Centre and is set to boast a Committee's co-ordination 2,000-seat BMX area and new commission for the London headquarters for the British The Ellis Williams Architects-designed venue is set to open in 2011 Games, said: "Several millions [of Cycling Federation. pounds] will be saved and we British Cycling and Man- Scheduled to be completed by ment Agency. Sport England would like to thank the sports chester City Council are April 2011, the facility will has contributed a further £3m. for their understanding in these working in partnership with provide the UK's first purpose- British Cycling chief executive challenging economic times." New East Manchester to deliver built indoor BMX track. Ian Drake said: "As a commu- the venue, which has been More than £8.5m has been nity facility, the centre will also Builder appointed for designed by London-based Ellis provided by MCC, while £8m offer local young people and Pelhams Park project Williams Architects and will be has been invested by the adults an opportunity to train Bournemouth Borough Council built by Sir Robert McAlpine. Northwest Regional Develop- alongside British BMX stars." has appointed Herbert H Drew & Son to undertake the £6.9m redevelopment of the Pelhams New Goals Soccer Centre set for Manchester park Park Leisure Centre. The pool has already been closed for By Pete Hayman Plans also contribute towards preparatory works, and the a Restoration Masterplan for centre is scheduled to fully Plans for the development of a the park agreed between the reopen in late 2010. The gym new five-a-side football centre Heritage Lottery Fund, English facilities will remain open during in Heaton Park, Prestwich, have Heritage and MCC. the project. Works will include been given the green light by MCC executive member for upgrading the swimming pool Manchester City Council (MCC). culture and leisure Mike facilities, increasing the size of Goals Soccer Centres is Amesbury said: "A key priority the learner pool and creating behind the development, which for the council is to make sport viewing areas accessible for will include floodlit 5-a-side more accessible to residents. wheelchair users. football pitches, tennis and MCC has backed the proposals "It's particularly important the netball courts, a climbing wall facilities will be available either Work starts on Margate and changing facilities. next to an existing bowling free of charge or at discounted leisure centre revamp The centre will be located on green and pavilion built for the rates for 60 per cent of the Work has begun on the £1.65m a 3.4-hectare (8.4-acre) site 2002 Commonwealth Games. time for community groups." redevelopment of Hartsdown Leisure Centre in Margate, Kent. The refurbishment of the facility, Funding threat for Midlothian snowsports centre which is managed by sports trust Thanet Leisureforce, will see the Midlothian Council has called for national support to secure the future of the Midlothian Snows- eight-court sports hall adapted ports Centre at Hillend, near Edinburgh, which is set to make a £529,000 loss for the current year. to become a four-court hall, two The council – one of the smallest local authorities in Scotland – has launched a review of the site exercise studios, a soft play area due to its operating deficit, amid a potential shortfall of more than £18m over the next three years. and a large gym. The centre's Midlothian Council has revealed that Midlothian Snowsports Centre costs £1.76m a year to coffee area and changing rooms operate, while more than £700,000 has been invested in recent years to maintain the facilities, will be refurbished and a new which has included nearly £300,000 spent on new café provision. reception area added.

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Report outlines 2012 legacy concerns IN BRIEF London Assembly study claims Olympic Park could become "island of prosperity" Flood-damaged Cork sports facility reopens By Pete Hayman A leisure centre in Cork, Ireland has reopened its doors to Plans for the use of London's the public following work to Olympic venues after the 2012 repair flood damage sustained in Games could be undermined November last year. Mardyke by "continuing uncertainty", Arena University College Cork according to a report by the (UCC), which boasts a Life London Assembly's economic Fitness-equipped fitness studio development, culture, sport and a 25m, six-lane swimming and tourism committee. pool, was forced to shut as a 2012 The study said that concerns result of severe damage to the LONDON raised in July 2009 over the : ground floor. Contractors have

future of the Olympic Stadium IMAGE been working for more than two had yet to be addressed by The study warned against a football club relocating to the venue months to enable the facility to legacy planners, while the reopen to UCC students, staff "character of the park" could be plans to provide affordable "The allocated budget for and graduates, as well as adversely affected if a Premier housing are not realised. initial transformation work after members of the local community. League football club is allowed According to the report: 2012 will not fund the long- to relocate to the venue. "Ongoing delays over the term development of the park. Bridgwater swimming The committee also raised transfer of the Olympic Park At a time of restricted private pool plans approved fears that the Olympic Park land from the London Develop- and public sector investment, it New sports facilities are set to could become an "island of ment Agency to the Olympic is important a clear way be developed at Chilton Trinity prosperity surrounded by Park Legacy Company exacer- forward for the Olympic Park School in Bridgwater, Somerset disadvantaged communities" if bate this uncertainty. Legacy Company is identified." after the scheme was given the green light by the county Coe reaffirms council. Revised proposals for a Green light for Bristol City plans swimming pool and leisure athletics legacy centre were backed by Somerset London's Olympic Stadium County Council's regulation will be primarily used for committee as part of the £450m athletics events under government Building Schools for "non-negotiable" plans for the Future programme. The new the venue following the 4,917sq m (52,926sq ft) facility 2012 Games set out by will incorporate a 25m, six-lane Sebastian Coe. swimming pool and a learner The new owners of West pool, spectator seating for 150 Ham United Football Club people, a 50-station fitness suite, recently signalled plans to a dance studio and a café. investigate the possibility Populous is behind designs for the planned 30,000-seat stadium of relocating the Premier Wakefield Wildcats League club to the By Pete Hayman The plans, which include a proposals submitted Stratford stadium. 30,000-seat venue and a hotel, Yorkcourt Properties has According to the BBC, Bristol City Football Club (BCFC) will be referred to the govern- submitted plans to Wakefield however, Coe – the chair has been given the green light ment to see whether a public Metropolitan District Council for of the London Organising to proceed with plans for the inquiry is needed due to the the development of a Committee of the Olympic development of a multi-million project's green belt location. 12,000-capacity community and Paralympic Games – pound stadium at Ashton Vale BCFC chief executive Colin stadium near Wakefield, West has moved to reassure the by the local authority. Sexstone said: "A few extra Yorkshire. The proposed venue, International Association Bristol City Council backed things have been added in and which will become the new home of Athletics Federations changes made by the Coca-Cola we'll have to look at that of Wakefield Trinity Wildcats that athletics was at the Championship club to the closely. The positive side is rugby league team, is set to form heart of legacy proposals scheme after officials delivered we've got through this big part of a wider mixed-use project for the Olympic Stadium. a 'minded to approve' verdict hurdle. There are a few more to located close to Junction 30 of in November last year. go, but this is good news." the M62 motorway.

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IN BRIEF Green light for Moorgate hotel plans Calls for Welsh London Borough of Islington approves Frogmore's plans for 80-bedroom property cultural heritage law New legislation should be By Pete Hayman introduced by the Welsh Assembly Government to protect Property company Frogmore buildings of importance for has been given the green light "social and cultural reasons", to develop a new 80-bedroom according to assembly members. hotel in central London, which A campaign to save the historic will be run by restaurant Vulcan pub in Cardiff from operator D&D London as part demolition as part of the St of a 35-year lease agreement. David's 2 development project Plans for the 72,000sq ft was one of the key examples (6,689sq m) property, which behind recommendations put were drawn up by Allies and forward by the Welsh Assembly's Morrison, were given the green petitions committee. light by the London Borough of Allies and Morrison is behind the exterior design of the new hotel Islington and include a bar and Dublin Carluccio's shut grill and a rooftop restaurant Demolition work on the site's be just what this location needs over rent dispute and bar with outdoor terrace. existing structures is expected and will mark the next stage of Italian restaurant chain Located on South Place near to get underway later this year regeneration in the area." Carluccio's has announced the Moorgate, the hotel will also ahead of the start of construc- Allies and Morrison's Vicky closure of its eaterie in Dublin, feature conference facilities. tion work on the property, Thornton added: "We hope the Ireland, following a dispute over Conran and Partners, owned by which is due to be completed hotel will be not only a the renegotiation of rent with D&D London's majority by summer 2012. sustainable addition to the the property's owner. According shareholder Sir Terence Conran, Frogmore managing director neighbourhood but also to the Irish Times, a company will design the hotel's interior. Paul White said: "The hotel will improve the streetscape." spokesperson said the rental agreement on the Dawson Street Rebrand project outlet was "at the near height of John O'Groats venture revealed the property market in 2007" for Jurys Inn and should be reduced to due to On the back of seven new the downturn. Carluccio's said hotel openings in 2009, the closure would not affect Jurys Inn is to invest £9m performance, after posting an 8 in 2010 on updating and per cent increase in turnover for expanding existing hotels the 17 weeks to 24 January. in support of the group's new tag line – Exceptional Housing minister Everyday City Hotels. handed pubs brief The company has also In a move aimed at creating a revealed a new logo, said strategy to help stem the rate of to incorporate "warm An existing hotel will undergo refurbishment as part of the plans pub closures in Britain, the tones in line with its warm government has appointed John service". Both the logo By Pete Hayman Designs have been drawn up Healey as the first Minister for and the new tag line will by GLM Architects on behalf of Pubs. Healey – who is also start being used immedi- Leisure operators Natural the venture, which follows a housing minister at the ately and eventually Retreats and Heritage Great consultation and the release of Department for Communities and appear on all menus, Britain (HGB) have unveiled a a masterplan by Highlands and Local Government – is to head in-room guides, stationery new joint venture to lead a Islands Enterprise. up a cross-department task force and uniforms. major development in John HGB chief executive Allan of ministers tasked with drawing During 2010, Jurys Inn O'Groats, Scotland. Leech said: "We have listened up a package of measures to will open new hotels in Plans include the renovation to the community and help the sector. He is reported to Bradford and Portsmouth, and extension of an existing responded with a solution be considering business tax with a further two – in hotel and the creation of new which we believe would deliver breaks, relaxing planning laws Gateshead and Glasgow self-catering holiday lodges, as long-term social, economic and and giving tenants the right to – scheduled for 2011. well as a visitor centre to attract employment benefits that the buy pubs from pub companies. more visitors to the area. region deserves."

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Skills = Quality = Profitability Tightening of belts provides operators with opportunity to focus on talented staff

ne unexpected outcome of the current economic situation is Othe call for a return to some basics in our society. With belts having to be tightened domestically, the media London hotels can expect an improvement in performance in 2010 are awash with tips of how to feed a family on a budget. Wartime and Healthy outlook for London hotels rationing austerity menus are the new dinner party 'vogue'. We are re- Capital poised to see increase in profits and RevPAR discovering the pleasures of tripe, pork belly and scrag end of mutton, while By Tom Walker looks less rosy. TRI predicts an turnips, swede and cabbage are PHILIPPE ROSSITER increase in VAT, as well as rising replacing the Israeli mange-tout and is chief executive Hotels in London are predicted unemployment and a "virtually Kenyan string beans on the plate. of the Institute of to see an increase in profits and inevitable stringent govern- Herein lies a real opportunity for Hospitality (IoH). revenue per available room ment spending policy" follow- those with a food service operation to Leisure Opportuni- (RevPAR) during 2010-11, while ing the May general election reduce costs by focussing on the ties is a member provincial hotels are set to will all hit domestic travel. talents of those working in their benefit of the IoH, continue to struggle. TRI Hospitality Consulting's kitchens. What is being done in the for your free copy According to consultants TRI managing director, Jonathan home can be replicated in the call 01462 471932 Consulting, RevPAR at hotels in Langston, said: "It is likely that commercial kitchen, and a skilled chef the capital is set to increase by in 2010, provincial hotels will can transform even the most unforgiving (and usually 2.8 per cent during 2010, with experience pressure for further cheapest) piece of meat into a delicious, nutritious and a further 4.8 per cent jump in rate reductions from the leisure attractive dish. When one adds to this the potential for local 2011, which is based on an market in order to maintain sourcing of fresh food supplies, not only are food costs reduced, increase in inbound tourism domestic demand in this sector, but the marketing potential to a discerning and increasingly and cost-cutting exercises. with a particular focus likely to critical consumer is enhanced. For hotels operating outside be on lower-rated business, Of course, this can only be achieved if the chef possesses London, however, the future such as group tours." those skills in the first place. For a generation of cooks brought up in a culture of 'boil-in-the-bag' and ready prepared vegetables, some re-education may be required, but it is an OFT beer tie probe to be revisited investment which will be quickly and effectively repaid by delivering greater margins without compromising on quality. An investigation into the use However, it agreed to open Furthermore, a concentration on developing your team is of 'beer-tie' arrangements is a consultation on its response highly appropriate at this time. The predictions for growth set to be reopened by the to CAMRA following the vary from commentator to commentator, but there is little Office of Fair Trading (OFT) consumer group's decision to doubt that 2010 is going to be an uncertain year, and, for many, after the Campaign for Real challenge the decision. it will be tough. Ale (CAMRA) challenged the An OFT spokesperson said: High standards of customer service coupled with initial verdict. "Having carefully considered demonstrable value for money, will be the factors which will The OFT ruled in October CAMRA's grounds of appeal, differentiate businesses, and will be vital to both retaining 2009 that it could find no the OFT believes it has a firm existing clients and attracting new ones. This can only be evidence that the use of beer basis to defend the appeal. achieved by a clear and unqualified commitment to enhancing supply ties by pub companies The OFT is mindful of the the skills of your team. was restricting competition substantial resource that both While survival may be the name of the game at the moment, and having an adverse it and CAMRA would need to investing in the skills development of your staff will also impact on consumer choice. invest in litigation." ensure you are perfectly placed to capitalise on the upsurge of business which will come with the eventual recovery.

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IN BRIEF Revised scheme for Sherwood Forest NT unveils 'Bonus New £5.2m visitor centre earmarked to replace existing Nottinghamshire facility Time' spring initiative The National Trust (NT) is By Pete Hayman offering free entrance to a wide range of properties, gardens and Nottinghamshire County areas of countryside between Council (NCC) has unveiled 20-21 March. Visitors will not revised plans for the develop- have to pay to visit sites owned ment of a new Sherwood Forest by the trust as part of the Bonus visitor centre at Edwinstowe, Time initiative, although some near Mansfield. properties will be excluded. A The £5.2m attraction will Bonus Time voucher is available replace the existing 32-year-old to download at the NT's website, visitor centre as part of an which will enable people to visit agreement signed in 2002 with one of 300 sites, including free Natural England, which named parking at car parks providing Sherwood Forest as a National Revised plans no longer include a conference and function space access to trust-owned areas of Nature Reserve. countryside and coastline. NCC's initial plans for the by the council and will be back the costs, but not the centre had been due to cost revealed this summer. quality. Visitors will be able to Historic WWII motor more than £9m, but a review A planning application is due enjoy a modern visitor centre boats' future secured of the scheme led to a to be submitted later this year, with great place to eat, buy Efforts to safeguard the future proposed conference and with a view to construction gifts and learn all about Robin of the last remaining World War function space being dropped. work getting underway in Hood and his famous home. II military motor boats have Detailed designs for the new spring 2011. The current centre "We are looking at different been successful after Portsmouth Sherwood Forest attraction, will remain open until the new designs that are modular, so Naval Base Property Trust which is poised to include facility opens in 2012. that if we are successful in received a £580,000 grant. The education and entertainment John Cottee, NCC's cabinet acquiring money from other National Heritage Memorial Fund spaces, a café and a retail unit, member for culture and funding streams the attraction investment means that both the are currently being drawn up community, said: "We have cut can be further developed." MGB 81, which saw action during D-Day, and the HSL 102 – stationed at RAF Calshot during SIPTU submits Liberty Hall plans Family friendly the Battle of Britain – have been shortlist unveiled saved for the nation. By Pete Hayman Six museums across the country Insurance chief's boost SIPTU, one of Ireland's largest have been shortlisted for this for Cardiff scheme trade unions, has lodged plans year's Guardian Family Friendly Plans for the creation of a new with Dublin City Council for the Museum Award, supported by museum dedicated to the history development of a 'new' Liberty the Kids In Museums charity. of the city, have received a "very Hall in the heart of the city. Attractions in the running for generous donation" from Henry Plans for the new 20-storey the award are Beningbrough Engelhardt, the chief executive tower, which will replace the Hall and Gardens, York; Great officer of Admiral Insurance. existing 35-year-old building, The proposed tower will boast North Museum, Newcastle Together with a £440,000 grant include a new rooftop Sky Deck a rooftop Sky Deck attraction upon Tyne; Highland Folk from the Heritage Lottery Fund attraction offering panoramic Museum, Newtownmore; The confirmed in December, the views across Dublin and a Unveiling the proposals at Potteries Museum and Art donation will help to ensure that heritage centre dedicated to SIPTU's centenary conference in Gallery, Stoke-on-Trent; St the first stage of the Cardiff the Irish labour movement. October last year, the organisa- Nicholas Priory, Exeter and Story is completed by the end of A theatre and a conference tion's general secretary, Joe Herbert Art Gallery and the year. Housed within the centre are also mooted as part O'Flynn said: "If you consider Museum, Coventry. Grade II*-listed Old Library of Gilroy McMahon Architects' that the building has remained Each museum will now be building, the new attraction will plans for the building. largely unchanged since 1965, visited and assessed by several include 8,000 exhibits stored by Sustainable energy measures the limited nature of the space families, who will measure the the National Museum Wales since will be implemented at the new and how it is configured has museum against the Kids in the city's last dedicated museum Liberty Hall, such as rainwater meant that re-development is Museums Manifesto before the closed its doors in 1924. harvesting systems. the best way forward." winner is announced in April.

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Llanelli set for £14.6m cultural venue IN BRIEF Derelict town centre site set to be transformed as part of council-led proposals Council to consider theatre's future By Pete Hayman The operation of a historic theatre in Lowestoft, Suffolk, Derelict land next to the Zion could be handed over to a local Chapel in Llanelli, Carmarthen- trust or private operator under shire, is set to be transformed plans approved by Waveney under plans for the develop- District Council (WDC). An ment of a new £14.6m cultural appraisal of potential options for and creative centre. Marina Theatre – first opened in The Works, which will boast a 1870 and rescued by WDC in multi-purpose, 500-seat 1985 – will now take place, auditorium with an orchestra following a decision by the pit and a stage, is set to council's cabinet. Transferring provide the town with an the theatre to a trust or private entertainment and cultural The Works will boast a 500-seat auditorium and an exhibition area operator is one option to help venue, as well as new skills and safeguard the council's leisure employment opportunities. Workshops, an exhibition The European Regional services, along with the disposal Two Grade II-listed buildings area, a café and social Development Fund is providing of Beccles Public Hall. – the chapel and the adjacent enterprise incubation and £5.1m towards the project Old School – will be renovated meeting rooms also form part along with £5.1m Targeted New cultural trail alongside the new-build of The of the proposals, which will Match Funding through the for Tower Hamlets Works as part of plans, which provide a home for Trinity Welsh Assembly Government. Tower Hamlets Council has are being led by Carmarthen- University College's Nexus@ CCC and other key partners will announced that a new cultural shire County Council (CCC). The Works initiative. contribute the remaining funds. trail will be at the heart of improvements to the Banglatown and Spitalfields area to be Stockton's Globe Theatre set for major renovation unveiled on 5 March. The project, which has benefited from an By Pete Hayman and established itself as one of £8.6m investment, includes the the region's leading music Brick Lane Cultural Trail and the A historic theatre in Stockton- venues during the 1950s and Chicksand and Hanbury Street on-Tees, north east England, is 1960s, attracting acts such as open spaces. An illuminated set to undergo a major The Beatles and Buddy Holly. minaret-like structure and eight transformation after plans to Jomast's plans for the historic information boards form part of revive the venue were ap- venue include the preservation the cultural trail, as well as two proved by the local authority. and restoration of the build- arches that are currently subject Planning officials at Stockton ing's exterior, as well as a new to planning permission in a bid Borough Council have given extension to accommodate to boost tourism and business. the green light to developer The Globe will be transformed upgraded seating, bar, catering Jomast to proceed with the and washroom facilities. NT to consider Abbey multi-million pound scheme, Located on Stockton High An adjacent vacant property Road rescue bid which will form part of a wider Street, the Globe Theatre first will also be transformed into a London's iconic Abbey Road regeneration of the town. opened in 1913 as a cinema bar and bistro under the plans. recording studios could be acquired by the National Trust (NT) after it was reported that Irish Arts Council confirms annual grant allocations current owner EMI was planning to offload the property. The trust Ireland's Arts Council has confirmed its major Some organisations will no longer receive is considering launching a grant allocations for 2010, with more than 350 funding through the Arts Council's three main campaign to save the studios arts organisations across the country set to programmes – Regularly Funded Organisations, – made famous by The Beatles receive a share of more than %49m (£42.6m). Annual Funding and Annual Programming during the 1960s – following The government agency has been faced with Grants – although there has only been a "astonishing" public reaction. It a %9m (£7.9m) reduction in its budget as a reduction of two in the total number of arts is thought that a deal to secure result of public sector spending cuts. groups offered grants for 2010. the studios would cost anywhere between £10m and £30m.

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IN BRIEF RSPB highlights Severn Barrage fears Public consultation for Charity says Dutch study outlines potentially harmful consequences of the scheme Belfast square designs Northern Ireland's social By Pete Hayman development minister, Margaret Ritchie, has launched a new Plans for a barrage across the public consultation into Severn Estuary would have potential designs for the "disastrous effects" on wildlife new-look Bank Square in Belfast. and tourism, according to the RPS Planning and Environment Royal Society for the Protection has drawn up draft proposals for of Birds (RSPB). COM . the scheme on behalf of the The conservation charity has Department for Social claimed that Dutch research Development, having worked into the impact of the storm VISITBRITAINIMAGES alongside Belfast City Council surge barrier built across the :

and local stakeholders. Oosterschelde estuary in the IMAGE 1980s highlights a number of The RSPB is concerned about the potential impact on the Severn CPRE unveils 2010 consequences that could also election 'manifesto' potentially affect the Severn The study found that shellfish across the Severn will devastate The Campaign to Protect Rural Estuary if plans go ahead. and bird species could see the estuary. England (CPRE) has outlined Increased erosion has led to numbers fall by up to 80 per "The Dutch built their barrier three main areas to be addressed a decrease in the number of cent as less intertidal habitats to prevent deadly storms from by the next government over the mudflats along the Oosterschel- become available, which risk a claiming lives. Ironically, it has next five years to boost the de estuary, which has led to knock-on effect on tourism. now led to an increased risk of English countryside. Launching higher water levels and will Dr Mark Avery, the RSPB's flooding behind the barrier, but its 'manifesto' for the 2010 mean that more money will director of conservation, said: it could be argued they had General Election, the charity need to be invested in stronger "[This report] is the closest we little choice at the time. On the called on a future government to sea defences along the river. can get to proof that a barrage Severn, we do have a choice." recognise the potential of the planning system to help enhance the countryside. CPRE also called Historic London canal to get £500,000 makeover on the next administration to champion National Parks and By Martin Nash Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, protect green belt land British Waterways is investing and take more action against more than £500,000 this litter and fly-tipping. winter to undertake vital maintenance work on the Anglesey coastal historic Regent's Canal. plans put on display The Regent's Canal and Coastal facilities at Moel y Don, towpath, which runs alongside near Brynsiencyn, and Bull Bay, Victoria Park, from Mare Street near Amlwch, are set to benefit to Old Ford Lock, in East from a £200,000 improvement London, will be closed until 26 project unveiled by the Isle of March to enable essential Limehouse Basin forms part of the capital's historic Regent's Canal Anglesey County Council. Plans works to be carried out on the to upgrade infrastructure form canal, including stabilising the "These works will mean that the the community who seem to part of a wider £5.6m Coastal waterway wall. canal can be enjoyed safely for think it's appropriate to treat Environment Project and aim to The works team will also take many more years to come. I the waterway as their local tip." help improve the island's image the opportunity to remove hope that the draining will also The canal was originally as a tourist destination. In some of the rubbish that has remind people that the canal constructed between 1812 and addition to council funding, the been thrown into the canal, the isn't a deep, black hole for 1820 and runs east to west European Regional Development draining of which has revealed people to tip rubbish. across London, from Limehouse Fund and the Welsh Assembly everything from motorbikes to British Waterways has to to Little Venice, where it links Government's Môn a Menai tyres and shopping trollies. divert vital resources from to the Paddington Arm of the Programme and Targeted Match British Waterways' waterway preserving these waterways to Grand Union Canal that travels Fund have also contributed. manager, Simon Bamford said: tidying up after a minority of north to Birmingham.

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IN BRIEF Bournemouth scheme moves forward Jersey minister halts Council outlines new timetable to redevelop "detested" waterfront IMAX building marina project Efforts to redevelop St Helier By Pete Hayman Marina and the Old Harbour in Jersey have been suspended by Plans for the transformation of the island's economic an "unpopular" waterfront site development minister in order to in Bournemouth, Dorset, have adopt a "new approach". In a taken a step forward after the letter to St Helier Boat Owners local authority agreed a Association, Alan Maclean said timetable for the scheme. all work on the redevelopment of A range of ideas for the the marina would be halted in redevelopment of the town's order to allow a new task force IMAX building are set to be to explore future options. considered by Bournemouth Borough Council (BBC) after it Clay Cross regeneration completed the acquisition of The council is planning a major revamp of the town's IMAX site project underway the property earlier this month. Construction work has started Ideas proposed by members area and an aerial ride are also Stephen MacLoughlin, BBC on a major multi-million pound of the public – including a among suggestions already leader and chair of the 'Task regeneration scheme in Clay butterfly farm, a tropical water received by BBC, although a and Finish' group, said: "The Cross, designed to transform the park and an art gallery – will public consultation into the council needs a firm plan for former Derbyshire mining town. be explored by a 'Task and shortlist is expected to be held what will go on the site before The first phase of the £22m New Finish' group of councillors by the end of April. we can apply for a Compulsory Bridge Street project will see before a shortlist of options is BBC's cabinet is expected to Purchase Order. retail units, a Tesco superstore, a produced in early March. decide on a preferred option "Overwhelmingly, the public bus station and a link road Extreme sports use, restau- for the scheme by the end of want sea views and the site put created. Meanwhile, developer rants, an open-air performance June to transform the IMAX site. to good use." Maximus is working on a scheme at the former Biwater Works – Swansea set for now called Silkston – to deliver £3.9m funding for New Brighton a mixed-use development, station revamp including a 60-bedroom hotel Arriva Trains Wales, the By Tom Walker and a play area. Welsh Assembly Govern- ment and Network Rail Plans for the second phase of a Council to resubmit have unveiled plans for a £60m mixed-use scheme at Penzance proposals major revamp of Swansea New Brighton, Merseyside, has Cornwall Council has voted to railway station. received a cash boost from the resubmit a listed building A new booking office Northwest Regional Develop- consent application as part of and a larger concourse ment Agency (NWDA). plans to develop a new passenger area with improved The agency will contribute and freight ferry terminal at the passenger facilities will be £3.9m to enable Neptune South Pier site in Penzance. built as part of the work, Developments and Wirral The designs for New Brighton Plans for new facilities on which forms part of the Council to move forward with reclaimed land at the harbour, a Department of Transport's land remediation and public NWDA chief executive Steven pier extension and rock armour wider national station realm improvements. Broomhead said: "Brand New protection to the pier were improvement programme. A 14-hectare (35-acre) stretch Brighton is the largest single rejected in December, following The station environment of the New Brighton seafront transformational project in the opposition from local residents will also be improved as will be transformed under plans wider Mersey Waterfront and English Heritage due to the part of the scheme, which for the latest phase, which will Regional Park initiative and a likely effect the project would also includes a new café. include a hotel, an outdoor lido significant signature project for have on the Battery Rocks beach. and a fitness centre. the Liverpool city-region."

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LPF: Cinema – the digital revolution www.leisurepropertyforum.org An early evening LPF seminar and demonstration to be held at: RESTRICTED The Apollo Piccadilly Circus Cinema, 19 Regent Street, NUMBERS London SW1Y 4LR on Tuesday 2nd March 2010 BOOK EARLY TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT CONTENT: PROGRAMME As well as getting an update on development activity and rents in the cinema sector, this seminar offers you the chance to join experts from the operating, technical and property 6.15pm Seminar registration sides of the cinema market in a discussion as to where the digital revolution is taking the 6.30pm Introduction industry next. 6.45pm Speaker presentation and film clips Come and witness the digital cinema revolution for yourself and see this presentation of film 7.45pm Panel Discussion with Q&As clips in the latest Sony 4k digital technology in 2D and 3D formats. 8.00pm Refreshments and networking 8.30pm Close SPEAKERS: Venue: The Apollo Piccadilly Circus Cinema Rob Arthur, Managing Director, Apollo Cinemas. Rob oversees an estate of 13 cinemas 19 Regent Street, London. SW1Y 4LR and 77 screens. He has worked in the UK and International Cinema sector for the past 18 years for companies such as Vue Entertainment, SBC International Cinemas, Warner Village, Fee: £45.00 + VAT LPF members Warner Bros and UCI. £55.00 + VAT member guests £90.00 + VAT non members Dave Cowlishaw, Business Development Manager - Digital Cinema, Sony Professional The LPF takes no responsibility for the statements made by, Solutions Europe or the opinions or views expressed by speakers or any other Neil Richmond of Neil Richmond & Co is a recognised specialist in the cinema property person at this event. sector counting Apollo, Cineworld, City Screen and Vue amongst his many leisure clients.

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Apprenticeships have increased in popularity among employers and job seekers. But how do they work? And how do you, as a school leaver, secure a placement? We speak to the experts and find out more to help you take the plunge

pprenticeships are designed for people under the age of 24 who are PIC: WWW.SPORTENGLAND.ORG Alooking for a way to gain a qualifica- tion while working. An apprenticeship not only guarantees training that will be relevant to your chosen career, but also lets you devel- op those all-important practical skills and gain qualifications while you are "on the job" – and of course earns you a wage. They are a great way to take that first step onto the career ladder if you are straight out of school. For employers, on the other hand, they offer guidance to youngsters looking for a Speaking to Leisure Opportunities, a risk averse, affordable option when looking placement. Simon Waugh, CEO of NAS said: Ferguson said: "When I was a young for new staff during a recession. "In the current climate apprenticeships offer footballer, I was desperate to be full-time, but There has been a significant increase in the the best of both worlds; giving employers my father insisted I did my apprenticeship. number of apprenticeships available to access to a pool of talent that can be shaped 'Apprenticeships were a comprehensive youngsters, thanks largely to the efforts of to improve business performance and education which taught young people how central government. In the past two years, a providing people with a great start in their to be part of a workforce. They instilled the large amount of money has been pumped chosen career." values of excellence and quality in the into apprenticeship schemes, which have However, despite the increased availability workplace and served British industry well been identified as an integral part in the of the schemes, you must remember that an throughout the years. I'm very encouraged effort to cut youth unemployment. The apprenticeship is a commitment not to be to see the current revival and to see government has announced an ambitious taken lightly. If you are doing an apprentice- apprenticeships take their rightful place as a target of ensuring every young person will ship with an employer, you'll be paid a valid education and career choice that can have the right to an apprenticeship by 2013. minimum of £95 a week, so you will be seen lead to better things." As part of achieving this goal, school as an investment from which a return will be secretary Ed Balls earmarked £11m to fund expected. And you also have some living up CHOOSING A PATH apprenticeships, which he hopes will help to do, as some of the most successful people Ferguson's perception that apprenticeships secure 3,000 more placements in the run up have started their careers through apprentice- have made a come back is spot on. Accord- to 2011. Nearly 60 per cent of that funding ships, among them one of the best football ing to government statistics, more than has been directed towards training managers of all time, Sir Alex Ferguson. 11,100 people began a leisure, travel or 16-18-year-olds. The government has also established a National Apprenticeship Service Training in my workplace was a lot more (NAS) to help employers source prospective personalised than if I had gone to college apprentices, as well as to offer advice and

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CASE STUDY Alex Thompson

Where are you working and How did you hear about the apprenticeship? what is your position? I first heard about the scheme when a friend I I am currently working was volunteering with told me that he was off for Forestry Commission to Scotland to do an apprenticeship with the Wales as an apprentice Forestry Commission. Since then I have been forest craftsperson. keeping an eye out for similar schemes across What does your day-to-day role include? the country and, when this one popped up in My day-to-day tasks are very varied. My main Wales, I was straight on the case. tasks are footpath inspections and mainte- How easy was it to find a job? nance, fence-checking and building, chainsaw Not very! It took me years of working in dif- work and grass-cutting. ferent areas of outdoor working to finally find How well do you think your apprenticeship What attracted you to the leisure industry? something that, when I get up in the morning, prepared you for a career in leisure? Working in the woods! Since I was a teenager, I look forward to going to work. Very well. I have been put a lot of the skills I have spent most of my time outside. The idea How did you enter the industry? What did I learnt from my previous training straight to of working in the fresh air and doing a fulfill- you study before getting your first job? work with Forestry Commission Wales. This is ing job at the same time is great. I started off at Sheffield College studying an due to the nature of outdoor work being quite Why the Forestry Commission? A-level in environmental science. I then went similar wherever you are. Working in the countryside was the main rea- on a course in environmental conservation What advice would you have for school leav- son for me to join Forestry Commission Wales. with a voluntary organisation called BTCV. The ers looking to get into a similar career? Since starting work, I have learnt that the nine-month course gave me an NVQ level 2 in Any opportunity that comes your way – take opportunities are fantastic for anyone to work environmental conservation. I then spent three it! Any experience is good experience. The best their way up the ladder. months living (out of a tent) and working in way to gain experience is by volunteering, but Have you enjoyed your apprenticeship? Iceland as a volunteer. Working in the national this could be anywhere in the world. The training is absolutely brilliant! One year parks around the country I was able to explore Is there anything you would do differently? into the apprenticeship, my skills have devel- a lot of the country while meeting the native No. Everything that I have done has led to oped no end. We are also able to consolidate people and working to improve their natural great experiences for me and for everybody what we have learnt. There has been no skimp- environment. Since returning to the UK from that I have worked with as well. ing on the equipment either which makes our Iceland I have had a number of jobs with local Is working in the parks and countryside jobs so much easier. The knowledge that I have landscape gardeners and tree surgeons. This industry what you expected? gained is great and makes me so much more work led to me finding my job with Forestry Yes it is. It may not be for everybody but for employable within the forestry sector. Commission Wales. me it has been great.

tourism apprenticeship during 2009 – an instructors and to get more than 1,400 - provide their own apprenticeship schemes. increase of 88 per cent over the last three people involved in apprenticeships in the run Whitbread, owner of the Premier Inn hotels, years. Apprenticeships minister Kevin up to the London Olympic Games in 2012. the Costa Coffee chain and Beefeater pubs, Brennan said: "In the last year we have seen These advanced schemes are worth keeping launched its "Whitbread Model" apprentice- a record increase in the number of people in mind as you progress in your career. ship initiative last year. Hailed as the largest starting an apprenticeship with a total of But where to start? How to find the one employer-led programme of its kind in the 143,000 people completed a scheme. The scheme right for you amid the thousands of sector, the scheme has been integrated into benefits are clear and I would encourage options? For school leavers looking to enter the core business training and development young people to take a close look at what the job market, the NAS has divided the programmes, so qualifications can be they can gain from them. Skills will be key to leisure sector's schemes into five somewhat achieved in roughly half the time of a the recovery of the UK economy and curious sub-sectors; active leisure and normal NVQ. apprentices can be vital to businesses looking learning; sporting excellence; travel and Paul Knight, team leader at Stevenage to innovate and grow." tourism services; cabin crew; and aviation Premier Inn, was one of the first to complete The rapid increase is partly thanks to the operations. This sectioning might seem a bit the Whitbread scheme. He said: "Training in fact that there are now two kind of schemes confusing so over the next pages we have my workplace was a lot more personalised – 'normal' apprenticeships for people looking divided the leisure industry – and some of than if I had gone to college. Also, being to enter the workforce and Advanced the numerous apprenticeship opportunities paid while you learn was far more beneficial Apprenticeships. The latter has been within them – into more traditional sectors. for me than having to find time to fit in both introduced to cater for people who already work and college." have work experience, and are the result of HOSPITALITY Meanwhile, McDonald's has rolled out its the government's £1.9m Apprenticeship In the hospitality sector, most of the largest own national apprenticeship scheme which Expansion Programme (AEP), launched in employers – such as hotel operator will train and recruit up to 10,000 teenagers May 2009. The advanced schemes were Travelodge, fast food chain McDonald's, a year. As well as a work-based qualification, launched to help fill the skills gap of Level 3 pub operator Wetherspoon and Whitbread equivalent to five good GCSEs, the appren-

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CASE STUDY William Earrey

Where are you working and what is your job? I'm a technical theatre apprentice at the Eastern Angles Theatre Company in Ipswich. What does your day-to-day role include? Every day it's something different. My tasks include rigging, cable repairs, light focusing and of course typical apprentice tasks like tea making and hoovering! What attracted you to the arts sector? The creativity of it! I particularly enjoy various constructive and technical aspects. After my apprenticeship I would really like to continue working in theatre on the pro- duction side. How are you finding your apprenticeship period? Excellent! I love it, every day I'm doing The only sure-fire way to have a successful career and learning something new! It's good is hard work, passion and a little luck to combine the realities of work-based training with my one day a week based at tices will gain a GCSE-equivalent in maths museums and will provide £5,000 for each Norwich City College. and English. The programme will also allow apprentice's employment. There are three How did you hear about the access to a qualification in basic shift pathways in the Creative Apprenticeship apprenticeship scheme? management – equivalent to an A-level – scheme that museums can focus on: I came across it while apprenticeship hunt- and McDonald's management development community arts management, cultural and ing on the Suffolk County Council website. programmes. heritage venue operations and live events How easy do you think it will be For those already in the industry, there are and production. to find a job? some excellent opportunities to put a little bit Elsewhere, the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) Difficult to answer. I hope it will be far of extra on your CV. The Hospitality Industry has ploughed £7.3m to support a wide range easier after gaining my qualifications and Trust (HIT) Scotland has a £100,000 of specialist skills and training opportunities valuable experience. scholarship programme that works pretty within the heritage sector. The funding will What did you study before starting this much as an advanced apprenticeship scheme. deliver up to 1,000 paid training opportuni- apprenticeship? This year (2010) a total of 159 youngsters ties for people seeking a career in heritage Before this apprenticeship I was sitting my received a scholarship, out of a record and will include specialist skills ranging from GCSE’s at Holywells High School in Ipswich. number of 400 applicants. The scholarship horticulture to conservation and web design. As my chosen subjects I chose construc- placements include learning experiences at The extra funding comes at an appropriate tion, art and ICT graphics. six star resorts in Dubai; the Disney Institute time, as the HLF estimates that The demand Is there anything you would do differ- in Florida, in Michelin starred kitchens and for training places for HLF's Training Bursary ently if given the chance? other tailored experiences across the UK and Programme has far outstripped the opportu- Certainly not, I'm happy where I am now. abroad. Anyone working in any aspect of nities available by as much as 60 to one. Has the apprenticeship scheme so far Scottish hospitality is eligible to apply with One of those already benefiting from a been what you expected? the condition that they are ready to take the HLF-funded apprenticeship is Michelle King, Yes, and more! I’m doing a much larger next step in their career and that they share a recent graduate of the HLF's reed and variety of tasks than I thought I would, what they have learnt. sedge cutting traineeship. which is excellent. "Through the HLF funding, I did an What have been the best parts of your MUSEUMS & HERITAGE 18-month on-the-job training course which apprenticeship to date? The Museums, Libraries and Archives paved the way to finding a full time job with So far it would be working on our Council (MLA) has pledged £250,000 worth the Norfolk Wildlife Trust as an assistant Christmas show, this was a good chance for of funding for up to 50 apprenticeships in warden," she said. me to get stuck in and use my new skills. museums across England over the next two "I consider myself extremely lucky to have I particularly enjoyed the setting up; I years. The scheme, which is part of the had this opportunity and it's fantastic news found it interesting to watch how things Creative Apprenticeship programme that many more people will now also benefit progressed and came together. developed by Creative & Cultural Skills, is and find interesting and fulfilling careers designed to open up entry routes into within the heritage sector."

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ASK AN EXPERT

We asked two industry heavyweights, Nigel Wallace and Stephen Studd, for their advice to youngsters looking for their first job in leisure

What are the most important attributes for apprentices to develop? NW: We are in a customer focused industry and the primary attribute therefore has to be an ability to build rapport. Of course, Nigel Wallace, director of Stephen Studd, chief the necessary qualifications for the role form the base requirement training at Lifetime executive of SkillsActive but individuals looking to develop a career in leisure must have the potential to develop the soft skills and be good with people. SS: Self development is key to any job. A candidate must have good of information but going direct to employers or a training provider personal management and customer service skills. The industry itself may be a less well trodden path. If you are unsure just talk to the is very customer focused and the more relationships you build with HR department at your local leisure services about the different clients the further you will go. Teamwork and motivation skills are roles or vacancies available. Ask about the availability of apprentice- also key as there will often be a number of people working together. ships or talk to training providers. Lifetime for example will offer Do you think apprenticeships are a good way in? If so, why? pre employment training leading to relevant qualifications to launch NW: Apprenticeships should be viewed as the norm in the leisure a leisure career. This training is usually funded so it is a relatively industry as they are in many other sectors. This guidance and sup- painless process and allows people to enter the sector and then port in the early stages of a career is critical to meeting the expec- develop their career. People shouldn’t be worried if they don’t really tations of the employee and the employer. Classroom teaching is have a specific role in mind. It is often the case that once you start important but there is no substitute for learning skills in a live situ- on a journey a destination will come into view. ation which allows for a direct context to frame ideas, concepts and SS: As the saying goes, 'knowledge is power'. We aim to provide actions. I think the need for skilled support at any stage of a career a one stop shop for young people to give them a comprehensive is important but it perhaps has greatest effect in the early stages. database of information to help them make an informed decision. SS: Absolutely. Apprenticeships are one of three routes into our sec- Information and guidance from a qualified advisor and studying a tor alongside A levels and the Diploma in Sport and Active Leisure. higher or advanced Diploma in Sport and Active Leisure would teach They can all lead to a job either with or without a degree depending people about the industry and help them plan for the future. There is no question that if I had spent a year or two in the 'real world' before moving into a degree I would have been richer for the experience

on where you want to enter the workforce. Apprenticeships are a If you'd find yourself as an 18-year-old tomorrow morning, what great way to gain first-hand experience while actually learning the would you do to find that first job in the leisure industry? skills you need to work in that particular area. They also teach you NW: What a lovely thought! It is an interesting dilemma and while many of the invaluable skills, such as people skills and customer having options is a good thing it can also be quite daunting. When service skills. Apprenticeships give you the chance to show industry I was 18 I really had two choices, a degree or employment and professionals who you are and to make a good impression. traditionally if you achieved your A levels you carried on in educa- Is there a sure-fire way of ensuring a successful career? tion. I therefore, didn’t really consider any options. My advice would NW: I believe if you focus on doing the best you can and take pride be to really consider the options and don’t just follow an expected in your performance you will be noticed and you will be successful. path. There is no question that if I had spent a year or two in the Look for the positive in the role and keep that as your motivation. I ‘real world’ before moving into a degree I would have been richer see too many people who are too eager to climb the ladder and this for the experience. If it was possible to have my time again then interferes with their development. In short, good people are valued I would definitely go into the workplace and gain both experience and employers want to keep good people. and vocational qualifications either via an apprenticeship or aligned SS: The only way to ensure a long and successful career in any training. If I did go back to Uni I would always be able to fall back industry is hard work, passion and a little bit of luck. Do you think on the vocational experience and probably use my new qualifications Jenson Button would be the current F1 World Champion if he threw to gain part time work alongside my degree. in the towel after his first, second or even third year? If you go into SS: Firstly I believe it would be crucial to decide which bit of the a sporting match half heartedly and with a negative attitude, the sector I would want to aim for. This could anything from a grounds- chances are you will probably lose. The same can be said about your man to a fitness coach. Then I would look at the different pathways career. If you want to excel in your career it never hurts to put in to employment. In the present economic climate however, I could the hard work and have passion and commitment. choose an apprenticeship programme and earn money. Using the Where would you direct a school leaver who is looking for advice apprenticeship route with access to vocational qualifications is on starting career in leisure? a great way to get into work. It also gives you a good indication NW: The internet, recruitment agencies and Connexions offer a mine whether the potential career you have chosen is the right one.

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CASE STUDY Nic Andersen

Where are you working and what's your job? I am one of the personal trainers on the Oasis Of The Seas, the largest cruise ship in the world What does your day-to-day role include? I am part of a team of three personal train- ers and part of a 52-strong spa team. My team is responsible for the running of the fitness programme onboard; this includes teaching classes, giving seminars and deliv- ering personal training, nutritional con- sultations and body composition analyses. We are responsible for targets, just like any other business. The only difference we do it on a floating city with a new port of call daily and 6,000 new guests weekly. What attracted you to leisure? The Active Trowbridge scheme in action I love fitness, I love people and being a personal trainer gives me the ability to SPORT training in areas such as customer service, combine both my passions. Around £5m worth of funding from the swim21 Learn to Swim Accreditation and What attracted you to cruise ships? government's Future Jobs Fund has already sports development. The earning potential, the travel, the expe- been earmarked to fund more than 600 There are also a number of local authority- rience, all of it but mostly the opportunity new jobs in sector. As part of this, a total of run schemes offering a wide range of to be part of a successful business. 200 new jobs will be created across the West opportunities for motivated youngsters. One How easy was it to find a job? Midlands alone, co-ordinated by the Skills such example is Active Trowbridge, a pilot Once I applied online it was very quick, Partnership. Elsewhere, sports and leisure scheme offering apprentice sports coaches a someone contacted me, I was interviewed trust North Country Leisure (NCL) is just one chance to achieve their NVQ in sports and three months later I was in training. of many leisure trust's to launch dedicated development or activity leadership. What What did you study before your first job? apprenticeship programmes. The initiative, more, participants are offered the chance of I fell into the industry when I left school. I called NCL Learning, has been created to a full time position with Trowbridge Town had always been into sport and this was a produce qualified apprentices in the sport Council as a Community Sports Coach upon natural progression once I realised I wasn't and leisure industry who are trained to a satisfactory completion of their yearlong going to be able to play professional sport. high standard and with excellent knowledge apprenticeship. The scheme, launched back How well do you think your training in leisure operations, activity leadership, in March 2008, has proved successful and course prepared you for your career? fitness instructing, leisure management and there are currently 21 sports coaches/ I think it was great, I probably lacked the sports development. apprentices supplying sports coaching to business motivation that I now have but The Amateur Swimming Association (ASA) some 31 local venues including schools, that has developed since my time at sea. recently launched a campaign to employ youth clubs, Surestart centres, PPA cover, I now see the potential that exists within 300 trainee aquatic assistants in work 1-2-1's, nurseries and disabled clubs. the health and wellness industry. placements across the country within local If you are a particularly talented in a What advice would you have for school leisure centres and pool providers. The specific sport, you might qualify for a place leavers looking to get into the industry? six-month long placements, funded through on the Advanced Apprenticeship in Sporting Only get into the industry if you are seri- the National Skills Academy and the Excellence (AASE) scheme. There are ous about helping people to achieve their government's Future Jobs Fund, are available currently more than 2,500 young athletes on goals. Don't go into fitness because you for young people aged 18-24 who have the AASE programme throughout England. just like being fit and going to the gym. It been out of work for around a year. The programme was developed to ensure has to be about the clients. As well as gaining valuable work experi- top performers aged 16-19 receive the What are the best aspects of working in ence, trainees will have the opportunity to support and training they require to succeed the fitness industry? achieve recognised qualifications including at the highest level. The programme also The people, the earning potential, the the ASA UKCC Level 1 Certificate in Teaching combines a flexible education programme, feeling of fulfilment when you facilitate Aquatics and RLSS National Pool Lifeguard. so that athletes have exit opportunities positive changes in a person. The ability to They will also attend the ASA's in house should they fall short of their sporting travel globally and still do your job. training on the government's Free Swim- dreams. Notionally, the Level 3 Apprentice- ming initiative and benefit from vocational ship takes two years to complete. SkillsActive,

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CASE STUDY Tom Waterworth

Where are you working and what is your job? I'm a fitness instructor at Oasis Health Club in Wakefield, Yorkshire. What does your day-to- day role include? My day to day role varies depending on the clients I have. I could be going out running with someone one day and train- ing someone on the weights another day. I also take classes including spinning, boxercise, and circuit training. If I see members exercising wrongly or if I have any new ideas or tips that could help them, I discuss this with them. What attracted you to leisure? I have always enjoyed training and I know Central YMCA launched its advanced apprenticeship schemes in Hamsphire in March 2009 that reaching my goals feels great, so if I can help members reach their own health the Sector Skills Council for Active Leisure for each candidate to gain employment or a and fitness goals it's even better. and Learning which developed AASE, aims placement. The good thing about Lifetime is What attracted you to this particular to have every Olympic and Paralympic sport that it certainly knows what it is doing. The sector? engaged with the programme by 2010. company was appointed as the Centre of I am a 'hands on' active person, and I When looking for an apprenticeship Excellence for Fitness for National Employers enjoy being in and around gyms and simi- scheme in sport, make sure you visit the by the National Skills Academy, and has lar environments that come with the job. government's matching service website seen over 1,000 apprentices complete the How did you get your first job? (apprenticeshipvacancymatchingservice.lsc. training and go on to secure employment After completing my Level 2 gym instruc- gov.uk). The website offers advice on within the leisure industry. tor NVQ with Lifetime, I completed a available courses as well as their suitability to Candidates will spend the first three week’s voluntary work in order to gain your specific needs. weeks of the programme at a Lifetime some experience, which resulted in me Leisure Academy, where they will complete being offered a permanent job. HEALTH & FITNESS a Level 2 certificate in leading health-related Tell us about the apprenticeship scheme Generally, the health and fitness schemes activity sessions; an IQL Level 2 certificate in - what did it involve? will train you up to either Level 1 or 2, swimming pool supervision and rescue; a On both Level 2 and 3, part of the course which means that by the time you qualify, Level 2 award in employment awareness in was gym based and the other part was in you will be able to work at gyms and active leisure; and other key skills. You will the classroom - both of which I enjoyed. leisure centres across the UK. The average also have the option to undertake a When I was based in the classroom, it starting salary for fitness professionals at certificate in first aid. wasn't like being back at school. It's an Level 2 is around £12,000-£14,000. And even after landing a job at a leisure adult environment with friendly, knowl- If you want to keep on track with news and centre, keep your eyes open, as many edgeable tutors, and a class of 'likeminded' issues relating to the fitness industry, you employers offer further training opportuni- students. In order to finish the appren- might want to check out the Exercise ties on the job. Central YMCA, for example, ticeship, there is a work placement which Professionals website (www.exerciseprofes- launched its first advanced apprenticeship is brilliant experience and could earn you sionals.net) which is updated daily. scheme in March 2009. Duty managers a job if you impress the employer. As for courses currently available, training and supervisors at three of its Hampshire What advice would you have for school provider Lifetime recently launched an leisure centres entered the 18-month leavers looking to get into the industry? apprenticeship in leisure operations. The scheme which lead to a Level 3 NVQ Get as many qualifications and as much new Leap into Leisure apprenticeship is qualification in Leisure Management. experience as you can, in order to make unique to Lifetime and will produce Designed specifically for managers working yourself 'stand out' to the employer. job-ready candidates in three weeks. As part in health and fitness, the qualification is Is working in the leisure industry of the deal, apprentices will be given the delivered in the workplace and develops what you expected? chance to gain experience in a paid role skills in team leadership, customer service It's better than I expected. It is a brilliant with some of the country's leading leisure and resource management. The qualifica- feeling to see someone achieve their goal, operators. Lifetime will have a dedicated tion is one of the first to offer a CYQ course knowing that I helped them to do it. placement officer to facilitate opportunities equivalent to A-level study. L

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Right Directions are growing again & need more people to help us build on our success! COMMERCIAL MANAGER £36,000 - £40,000 + bonus Full-time, 37 hours per week

Quality / Health & Safety Consultant Wellington College, a leading independent school for children We have some exciting opportunities for experienced leisure professionals aged 13-18, have the above vacancy within Wellington College to step out of their Management jobs and join us. Enterprises, Sports Club. Good conditions and benefits We work with over 200 leisure facilities across the UK, supporting their on offer. teams in both quality and health & safety. To help us build our success, we are looking for a ‘hands on’, self motivated, methodical, ‘people person’. Further details and an application form are available from our The job will be very varied, challenging and will involve visiting facilities website: www.wellingtoncollege.org.uk Alternatively, please nationwide, working alongside numerous Management Teams and their contact the HR Department on the details below. CV’s without front line staff. an application form will not be accepted. The successful applicants will have at least 5 years Management experience of leisure facilities, be familiar with Leisure Quality Award Closing date for applications: Friday, 5th March 2010 Schemes and hold a NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent). You will Please note this position is subject to an enhanced Criminal Records Bureau also need to have good Swimming Pool Safety knowledge & can deliver quality management / health & safety training courses. Disclosure. The College is committed to equality and diversity. The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and We operate flexible working hours—and will happily consider either full young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. or part-time positions. The full time equivalent salary will be in the range of £30k—£35k dependent on previous experience. For more information or an informal discussion please contact us on 07919 214423 (Caroline Constantine) or 07919 214396 Wellington College, Crowthorne, Berkshire, RG45 7PU (Joe Ryan) or email your CV to [email protected] Tel: 01344 444039 Deadline for applications: 1st March 2010 Email: [email protected] www.wellingtoncollege.org.uk www.rightdirections.co.uk Registered in England, No. 5043765 Wellington College is a Registered Charity 60 Common Road, Kensworth, Bedfordshire LU6 3RG 25 GENERAL LEISURE To Advertise T: +44 (0)1462 431385 E: [email protected]

Be a Part of Our Future There has never been a more Fusion provides first choice leisure services in Southwark, Lambeth, Croydon, Tunbridge Wells, Milton Keynes, Watford, exciting time to join Fusion. Hillingdon, Leatherhead (Mole Valley), Hounslow and Oxford. We also have partnerships with a range of other voluntary We are one of the fastest growing organisations and schools. We are seeking yet more positive & companies in the leisure industry, dynamic professionals to support our team’s drive for continued delivery of excellent sport and leisure services in collaboration more than doubling in size over with our partners. In return, you will receive a generous benefits the last two years. package and opportunities to further your career.

General Managers Swimming Teachers London and South East London and South East Circa £25,000 - £40,000 Ref: GM2/10 Circa £15ph Ref: SwimTeach 02/10

general leisure general leisure Are you capable of taking on a challenging role to We are looking for enthusiastic qualified Swimming inspire and motivate a team to deliver exceptional Teachers. You will have the chance to offer new customer service? You will already be a General ideas and make a difference to the way we run our Manager or an Operations Manager in a large facility swimming programmes within Fusion. To do this you with a demonstrable record of success. Your strong will need to have the knowledge and ability to inspire interpersonal skills and approachability will be as people to reach their goals, be customer focused, important as your commercial awareness. Whilst flexible and able to work as part of a team and be driving your business forward, you will be meticulous ASA level 2 qualified in your standards, managing the needs of your customers, team and your client. As a Swimming Teacher you will be responsible for teaching, developing and organising classes and for assisting in the supervision, operation and control of customers within your designated coaching area. Divisional Marketing Manager Oxford Circa £23,000 - £30,000 Ref: DMM02/10 This position will be supporting the Divisional Divisional Facilities Manager Business Manager, the division’s General Managers London and the central marketing and sales team in the Circa £30,000 - £35,000 Ref: DmaiM02/10 development and implementation of Fusion’s marketing and sales strategy for the division. The ideal Due to the development of existing centres, we are candidate will be media literate (or media trained) looking for an experienced Divisional Maintenance for PR, have experience of planning and delivering Manager to oversee the planned preventative marketing communications campaigns and activities maintenance, capital investment and responsive and posses excellent influencing skills. maintenance at Fusion sites. You will be a motivated manager with good technical knowledge of M&E, H&S, Pool Plant and Building Maintenance Technician Fabric, who is able to set up and manage contractors as well as managing the local maintenance London technicians. Experience within the leisure industry Circa £23,000 – £25,000 Ref: MT02/10 is desirable but essentially we require a manager We are looking for a person to monitor and efficiently who has an excellent grounding in hard FM plus an operate the electrical, mechanical and filtration understanding of client and contractor management, plant with designated areas and maintain a high energy management, and principles of managing standard of pool hygiene. The successful candidate refurbishment projects. will take responsibility for the maintenance, repair and monitoring of the plant and equipment of the leisure centres. You will need to have knowledge of To apply for any of the above positions electrical-mechanical engineering and experience of please email your CV and covering letter to undertaking repairs and maintenance and plant and pool maintenance. [email protected] quoting the relevant reference number. Closing date: 9th March 2010.

www.fusion-lifestyle.com 26 SPORT & LEISURE news & jobs updated daily at www.leisureopportunities.co.uk sport & leisure COMMUNITY & ENVIRONMENT

Do you want to be at the forefront of sport development, leading strategy, delivery and performance management to increase participation, widen access and develop talent in sport?

Sports Development Officer Grade H6: £23,970 - £25,455 pa

Harrow Council is seeking a self-motivated individual who is met. There will also be an opportunity to develop Harrow’s dynamic in their approach, with a real desire to succeed. involvement in the London 2012 Olympic Games and how it links in Your role as a Sports Development Officer will be to contribute with current local strategies. towards the delivery of an integrated approach to providing a You will have a sound knowledge of sports development, physical comprehensive sport and leisure service that will deliver improved education, sport in schools and the wider community. Also, excellent participation in physical activity and sports participation within the leadership and communication skills are required with proven local community. experience of project or programme management with the ability to You will contribute to establishing more effective relationships with liaise and support a number of key local partnerships. local, regional and national partners and stakeholders so that This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated, proven and through investment and influence, delivery on key objectives can be motivated professional.

Apply online at www.harrow.gov.uk or email your name and address to [email protected] quoting reference CA-SD1996. Alternatively, please call 020 8424 1983, fax 0118 952 0108 or write to Harrow Recruitment Team, First Floor, 60 St Mary's Butts, Reading, Berkshire RG1 2LG. Closing date: midnight, 5th March 2010. An equal opportunities employer.

At Milton Keynes, we’re supporting the growth of our vibrant city while continuing to deliver excellent services. It’s an exciting place to be and we’re keen to get the balance right - including the work-life balance. So if you’re looking for family friendly benefits and the chance to HATFIELD SWIM CENTRE make a difference, make a move to MKC. DUTY SUPERVISOR Leisure Contracts and Commissioning Manager (3 X FULL-TIME POSTS) £32,800 - £38,042 Salary: £18,496 to £20,329 plus 4% Attendance Bonus Ref: 50011675/LO Hours: 37 per week (to include evening, weekend and bank holiday working) You will lead an eleven-strong team on all aspects of current leisure infrastructure provision and commissioning. Your role will involve We require experienced and highly organised professionals for these demanding responsibility for the contracting and commissioning arrangements roles within a busy swim and fitness centre. for over 40 properties and you will contribute to the development and You will need to be an articulate and well presented individual with proven delivery of a range of new build capital leisure projects. first class customer care skills. Excellent verbal communication skills are also Ideally with a first degree in sport, leisure or recreational studies, you essential, along with experience of working in a supervisory role. will have proven operational leisure facilities management knowledge and experience, together with a record of success in managing leisure Self motivated and confident, you will be customer focused and have the skills projects. An effective problem solver, you will have good partnership to maximise every business opportunity, leading your team by example to working and team and budget management skills. achieve their targets. This post is subject to an enhanced CRB disclosure. A current national pool lifeguard and first aid at work qualification would be an For informal enquiries, please contact Paul Sanders (not between advantage, although full training will be given. 15 and 19 February 2010) on 01908 253639. If you would like to apply for this exciting opportunity, please Closing date: 5 March 2010. call our 24 hour Recruitment Line on 01707 357299 or email Interview date: 23 March 2010. m.ford@finesseleisure.com. If you wish to discuss the position For an application form, email: [email protected] or prior to applying, then please contact Michael Reddy on call us on 01908 253344 or 253462 (24 hour answerphone). If you 01707 276276 (option 1). have a hearing impairment and have access to Minicom please Closing Date: Friday 12th March 2010 at 12 noon phone 01908 252727 (office hours only). Please quote appropriate reference. Salaries will normally start at the first point of the grade. We are unable to accept CVs, unless accompanied by a completed application form.

It’s ability, not disability To apply online visit: Finesse Leisure Partnership that counts www.theplacetobe.info Equal opportunities employer 4th Floor Campus West, Welwyn Garden City, In Partnership with Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council Herts, AL8 6BX Tel: 01707 357179 27 SPORT & LEISURE To Advertise T: +44 (0)1462 431385 E: [email protected]

Promoting Equality, Celebrating Health, Leisure & Diversity, Achieving Excellence Fitness Recruitment Sports Development Officers £19,621 - £21,519 pa, pro rota Specialists in Permanent and Temporary Recruitment John Dryden House, Northampton for the leisure industry Fixed term until 31 March 2013 Leisure Centre Managers Ref: 26679 - Athletics Coaching Development (12 hours per week) North & Central London - Circa £40k Ref: 26680 - Athletics Network (15 hours per week) Your talent for networking and mentoring will have a direct Senior Management OpportuniƟes impact – through raising the standard of coaching and coaches Europe - £AƩracƟve across the Northamptonshire Athletics network. You will have the crucial role of organising, implementing and Golf Club Manager developing the athletics network and ensure its activities run West London - £30-35k + bonus smoothly and within budget. This will include working closely with local clubs and other partners to make the most of development New Member Sales Managers plans and build the skills of coaches and volunteers. You need to draw on experience as a professional or volunteer within a club Bristol & London - £22-25k + bonus setting as well proven knowledge of sports development work and Membership Sales Managers England Athletics structures, policies and systems. It’s vital that you are a UKA level 2 Coach (minimum) who has a South Coast, North West, London - sound understanding of sports development including the role of Circa £30k + bonus the voluntary sector, as well as familiarity with England Athletics structures, policies and systems. Sales Consultants For an informal discussion about either role, please contact NaƟonwide - £14-16k + bonus Gary Sheppard on 01604 236257. sport & leisure Closing date: 12 noon, 5 March 2010. Group Sales Manager For additional information about these roles and to apply online, London - £35k + bonus + benefits or download an application pack, please go to www.northamptonshire.gov.uk/jobs If you require an information pack in an alternative format, please contact 01604 237666. To apply for any of the roles above send your CV to: [email protected] or contact us on: 0870 2423339 2006-2007 Road Safety 2002-2003 Improving Urban Green Spaces For more roles, visit the new website today Your local library has internet www.4leisurerecruitment.co.uk access, just ask if you need help. www.northamptonshire.gov.uk

Competitions Manager (Full Time) Salary: £31,514 – £35,469 Ref: IOS09/07 An opportunity has arisen for a Competitions Manager. You will be required to develop a strategy for sporting achievement and success, incorporating a programme of sports competitions for students and staff and a network of clubs and societies. You will also be expected to increase the levels of participation and promote a healthy lifestyle across the University. You must have experience of planning and organising multiple events and competitions at various levels of competence and develop the necessary support mechanisms to ensure success. Good leadership, interpersonal and negotiating skills would be beneficial. This is a pivotal role as we plan to take possession of our new £30m sports complex during 2010. For informal queries please contact Veronica McHale on 0191 227 3911 or [email protected] This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 therefore the successful candidate will be subject to a Criminal Records Bureau check. Closing Date: 9th March 2010 Selection Date: 24th March 2010

To download our application form from the website, please visit www.northumbria.ac.uk/vacancies, or call us on (0191) 227 4321 for an Application Pack. Please quote reference IOS09/07.

Northumbria University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community.

28 www.northumbria.ac.uk/vacancies www.leisureopportunities.co.uk sport & leisure www.myjobscotland.gov.uk Competition Development Manager The natural place for a competitive salary, generous annual West London leave, fl exible working, fi nal salary pension and much more. Principal Offi cer – Leisure and Sport (Nithsdale), Salary: £26,000 plus PRP of up to 5% per annum plus travel Dumfries (Ref: 10/455) expenses. Fixed term contract until 31st March 2011. £40,827 - £43,998. Closing Date: 6 March 2010 To start: 12th April 2010 or nearest date thereafter. Do you have the experience, customer focus and innovation to Responsible to: Senior Competition Manager lead Leisure and Sport in the Nithsdale area? As Principal Offi cer for Leisure and Sport within the area, Responsible for: The management of school sports competitions throughout the 6 West London Boroughs, with you will be a key member of the wider Nithsdale Area a special responsibility for the three SSP’s in the London Management Team. You will be responsible for leading a Borough of Hounslow, Hammersmith and Fulham. large team of staff, managing signifi cant resources and related delivering effective results. You will have the vision and ability Location: The post holder will be based at Feltham Community College and will be responsible for 3 SSP’s – to continually improve services and maximise opportunities. Feltham, Isleworth and Syon and Hammersmith and Fulham. You will be educated to Degree Level in a Leisure and Sport related Closing date: Thursday 4 March 2010 discipline or have an equivalent professional qualifi cation and substantial industry related experience, some of which must be Proposed interview date: Wednesday10 March working at a senior level. A current driving licence is required. This post is for 36 hours per week and includes evening and We are searching for an innovative and committed weekend working within the remuneration of the post. Benefi ts Physical Education / Sport Professional, who has excellent communication skills, can work independently, in a team, include attractive relocation package and free life cover. and strategically. The role of the post holder is to plan and For further information please contact: Stephen Jack, Principal manage a programme of competitive activities for young Offi cer tel: 01387 243560 or email: [email protected] people using the national competition framework and linking to other strands of the PESSYP strategy and relevant national For all jobs apply online or tel 030 33 33 3000 quoting programmes, whilst monitoring success. You will link with the job title and ref number or contact Jobcentre Plus. relevant agencies, national governing bodies of sport and local partners to ensure that the competitions framework is both successful and sustainable. The successful candidate will be expected to lead systemic change in the competition environment for young people within and across the identified School Sport Partnerships and partner agencies in the area. You will be educated to degree level or equivalent and have experience of either sports development work, teaching or a relevant field. You will have knowledge and experience of School Sports Partnerships, sports development, project management and event planning. The post holder is also expected to hold a current driving license and have a car available for daily use.
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Circulation 23,035 (July 07 – June 0 9 MARCH 2010 £220m Blackpool development plans put on display8) By Pete Hayman

Local residents and businesses create a state-of-the-art in Blackpool have been invited commercial centre in Blackpool , to comment on the multi-mil which will help to attract - lion pound Talbot Gateway further investment, improve scheme after proposals were employment opportunities and offer an attractive, modern BOOK BY NOON ON put on public display. focal point where people Muse Developments, the can meet, do business and spen developer behind a £220m d regeneration plan, signed a their leisure time." deal with Blackpool Council in Mike Horner, regional March to transform the director at Muse Developments, 10-hectare (24.7-acre) site added: "If local people support The project aims to revitalise around the town's North an area near Blackpool North s our plans then we would hope railway station and Talbot tation to start work in 2011, subject to WEDS 3 MARCH 2010 Road. and business space, as we securing planning permissio New hotels, cafés, restau ll as a following the public consulta n." - new pedestrianised square and - rants and shops have been tion event before being The public consultation, a supermarket. which was held at St John’s earmarked for the site in order submitted to the local authorit An outline planning appli to complement 85,000sq ca- y. Church, Cedar Square, betwe m Blackpool Council leader en tion for the scheme has been 5-7 November, was support (914,932sq ft) of new office Peter Callow said: "Talbot ed prepared but will be reviewed by the town's regeneration Gateway is an opportunity to agency, ReBlackpool. £3.7m boost for Kent heritage theme park project Future of Britain's oldest surviving rollercoaster secured with DLL completes government cash revamp scheme By Pete Hayman and a new exhibition space Fitness operator David The future of one of Britain Lloyd Leisure (DLL) has 's outlining the project. TO ADVERTISE, Contact the completed a redevelop- oldest surviving rollercoaste rs, Nick Laister, chair of the a scenic railway ride in Marga ment scheme to upgrade te, Dreamland Trust, said: "This Kent, has been secured after proposal has the ability to 14 of its UK sites. the Dreamland Trust received create an outstanding, 21st- The final four clubs to £3.7m from the government receive makeovers were 's century attraction at Margate. Woking, Surrey; Chigwell, Sea Change initiative. "The scenic railway rollercoast - Essex; Hatfield, Hertford The funding will go toward er has not operated since 2 - Leisure Opportunities team on s 006 the restoration of the Grade and was badly damaged by shire and Cambridge. Margate's scenic railwa fire II-listed rollercoaster, which was y is to following an arson attack last At Cambridge, the be restored to its form largest site to undergo a Call: +44 1462 471747 constructed in 1920, as wel er glory TO BOOK l as year. This grant should now helping to fund the develop secure the future of this remark revamp, DLL has invested - The Dreamland Trust's plans - ment of the world's first able structure and allow work £200,000 in providing for the £12m attraction include amusement park exclusively to start on rebuilding it next 100 new pieces of CV the restoration of the Grade t: +44 (0)1462 431385 comprising historic rides. year, along with all the other equipment, which were II*-listed Dreamland Cinema rides that we have rescued." supplied by Life Fitness.

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Design company unveils 'Hotel in the Sky' concept New solar-powered 'Aircruise' proposals to provide environmentally sustainable method of transatlantic travel

By Pete Hayman Aircruise include a bar/lounge area, four duplex apartments, a London-based design company penthouse and five smaller Seymourpowell has revealed apartments and a control deck. designs for its vertical airship Six flight crew – including concept, which could transport two engineers – are expected passengers from London to to operate Aircruise, which will New York in 37 hours. have a cruising speed of The company said its vision between 100-150kmph for the Aircruise is based on the (62-93mph) with no tail or premise that 'slow is the new headwind. A further 14 support fast' and would provide an staff will run the hotel element. eco-friendly mode of transport The 265m (869ft)-tall airship powered by solar energy and will be able hold 330,000m3 SEYMOURPOWELL

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Snowfall hits Government confirms £3m Cutty Sark cash boost sales figures By Pete Hayman visitor experience and reversing Wintry weather conditions degradation to the ship's fabric. in January had a severe Cutty Sark, the historic clipper Prime Minister Gordon impact on sales at some severely damaged by fire in Brown said: "Everyone was of the leading pub and 2007, will be fully restored in shocked and saddened as we restaurant chains, time for the 2012 Olympics watched those terrible images according to the Coffer after the government agreed to of the fire on the news. Peach Business Tracker. invest £3m in the scheme. "This announcement means The tracker reported a 5 The Department for Culture, The Cutty Sark will be restored that the historic clipper will per cent drop in like-for- Media and Sport grant is the once again be open to the like sales across the 15 final piece of a £46m package Plans for the conservation public – and in pristine participating companies, towards restoring the 141-year- project include raising the ship condition – in time for the compared with the same old ship at the Maritime by 3m (9.8ft) and opening up Olympics: yet another jewel for period in 2009. Greenwich World Heritage Site. the dry berth, improving the visitors in 2012 to enjoy."

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