The £10.5m project is part of Hull City Council's £18.5m investment into leisure facilities across the city. The project will see the construction of a large new gym and fitness studio that will offer classes for the first time, remodelling, refurbishment and redecoration of the existing building, replacement of all mechanical and electrical systems, alongside new heating and ventilation systems.

The scheme also includes the construction of a new outdoor heated lido, replacing the original one which closed more than 30 years ago. The lido will meet international standards to accommodate top-level kayak polo and competitive swimming.

The project is being delivered by Hull Esteem Consortium LEP, the council’s pre-procured framework, with work undertaken by Hobson & Porter.

“It’s fantastic to see this project get underway - the final piece in our city-wide leisure investment puzzle. The jewel in the crown being the new lido which I already know will attract visitors from across the region,” said Cllr Daren Hale, leader of Hull City Council.

The centre is expected to reopen to the public in summer 2023.