Everyone Active and Mid Suffolk District Council have announced the completion of work on a £500,000 expansion of facilities at Stradbroke Leisure Centre.

The facility, which previously only offered a swimming pool, has nearly doubled in size as a result of the redevelopment and now boasts a new 176sq m (1,894sq ft) fitness suite. Equipped by Precor, the 33-station gym comprises a number of cardiovascular and strength machines - including Concept 2 rowers, free weights and crosstrainers.

Work also included the creation of disabled changing facilities, offices and a reception and sales area. Work took six months to carry out. Stuart Murdy, general manager at Everyone Active at Stradbroke Leisure Centre, said: "The addition of the new gym is key to encouraging local participation at the centre.

"We wanted to ensure that the equipment provided was easy to use and understand, in order to make it accessible to new gym goers."