A new 275sq m (2,960sq ft) fitness suite will form part of a £1m revamp of Clifton Leisure Centre in Nottingham, which is to be undertaken by the local authority.

Nottingham City Council (NCC) decided to proceed with the work to maintain and increase its customer base, after research uncovered customer dissatisfaction with some of the facilities. In addition to the refurbishment and expansion of the current fitness suite provision, work is also set to include the removal of two squash courts and refurbished health suite.

NCC architects worked on the design of the scheme, with Allan Joyce Architects appointed as project architects. GF Tomlinson has been chosen as the main contractor. Work is due to commence in June, with a view to completing the overhaul by December. A council spokesperson said a tender process was underway to source an equipment supplier.