South Charnwood Swimming Pool in Syston, Leicestershire, has reopened its doors to the public following the completion of a £3.1m refurbishment of the facility.

A new 45-station, 150sq m (1,615sq ft) health and fitness studio equipped by Life Fitness, as well as two Octane Fitness stepping machines, has been created as part of the work at the leisure centre. Work has also included a new dance studio, new dry side changing rooms and the refurbishment of the reception area, while the complex's swimming pool has been revamped and has received a new roof.

All of the leisure centre's heating, electrical and filtration plants have also been replaced as part of the nine-month scheme, which has been funded by Charnwood Borough Council (CBC) and carried out by contractor GF Tomlinson. CBC leader Mike Preston said: "The new facilities at South Charnwood Leisure Centre are the culmination of many months of hard work and dedication from council officers and the building contractor.

"The new facility has to be seen to be believed and will provide vital opportunities for residents in the south of the borough to improve their health and wellbeing."