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At Parkwood Leisure, our mission is to forge robust and enduring partnerships grounded in efficient and effective service delivery, fostering happier and healthier communities. We believe in a collaborative approach that transcends the mere provision of services. Our partnerships are characterised by a steadfast commitment to quality, innovation, transparency, and environmental responsibility.
We measure our success not solely by financial gains, but also by the positive impact we create in collaboration with our partners, clients, and the communities we serve. Our operational footprint spans across England and Wales, where we work hand-in-hand with our partners to manage a diverse portfolio of leisure facilities and services.
Through our unwavering dedication to excellence and community well-being, we strive to create a lasting legacy of positive change.
Working with our partners, Parkwood Leisure manages 76 facilities on behalf of 42 local authorities throughout England and Wales.
Parkwood Leisure, in collaboration with its partners, expertly manages 76 leisure facilities across England and Wales on behalf of 36 local authorities. Our bespoke management and professional support services cater to a wide array of leisure and cultural facilities, as well as health and wellbeing services.
With 30 years of experience, Parkwood’s unique approach has fostered substantial growth, leading to their current management of 76 facilities across England and Wales. This achievement is further bolstered by their collaborations with subcontractors Lex Leisure CIC, Legacy Leisure, and Creating Active Futures. Parkwood’s diverse portfolio includes eight golf courses under the Glendale Golf brand (in partnership with Lex Leisure CIC), five theatres under the Parkwood Theatres brand, and outdoor activity centres, notably the Plas Menai National Outdoor Centre (in partnership with Legacy Leisure). Additionally, we manage visitor attractions such as the indoor rainforest zoo Plantasia, and heritage sites like Pavilion Gardens in Buxton and Rufford Abbey Country Park in Nottinghamshire.
Beyond direct management, Parkwood extends professional services support to local authority trading companies and CVSE organisations. Our expertise spans a broad spectrum, including marketing, finance, HR, business systems, and IT. By harnessing our professional expertise and deep understanding of the industry, Parkwood empowers local organisations to concentrate on delivering impactful services to their communities.
Market leaders in design, build, operation and maintenance (DBOM) of new-build leisure facilities.
Parkwood Leisure boasts a strong track record in consortia management, having spearheaded 14 new build projects. This experience has equipped us with a deep understanding of the dynamics required to deliver projects on time and within budget. Our partnership with Parkwood Project Management, a leading provider of consultancy services in the built environment, further strengthens our capabilities. Their team of PRINCE2-practitioner project managers ensures that projects are tailored to meet demanding output requirements while adhering to industry best practices.
Our approach to new build facilities and major refurbishments is rooted in fostering effective relationships, fully understanding client requirements, capitalising on new opportunities, managing risk, and improving project outcomes. We place a strong emphasis on environmental sustainability, integrating it into our core processes. This commitment is reflected in our delivery of multiple award-winning facilities, many of which have achieved BREAM status, demonstrating our dedication to sustainable construction practices
Glendale Golf
Parkwood Leisure is dedicated to upholding our core values by ensuring that all visitors have access to high-quality facilities at a reasonable price. These values are consistent with the social and economic goals of our clients, who strive to make quality accessible and affordable for their local communities. We understand that every business is unique, which is why we offer customisable golf course management solutions that are tailored to your specific needs.
In partnership with Lex Leisure and Glendale Golf, we manage a network of courses across the UK, currently operating in six locations with ongoing expansion plans. Our innovative approach to golf course management focuses on providing players with amenities and services that are typically only found at private clubs. Our team stays up-to-date on industry trends and adapts our offerings to take advantage of every opportunity to enhance and develop our services. We are committed to delivering a superior golfing experience that exceeds expectations and sets new standards for public golf courses.
Parkwood Theatres
A vibrant and thriving cultural scene is a powerful magnet, attracting visitors and residents alike to the heart of our towns and cities. This not only boosts the local economy during the day but also significantly enhances the night-time and visitor economies and plays a crucial role in shaping the unique and fascinating character of our communities, making them places where people want to live, work, and visit.
Our commitment to supporting local councils in reducing the costs associated with arts and culture provision in their areas remains steadfast through our theatre brand. We are dedicated to achieving this while simultaneously expanding our portfolio of public sector venues, ensuring that arts and culture are accessible to all.
Parkwood Leisure’s journey in the theatre sector began in April 2011 when we secured our first dedicated theatre venue, the Playhouse in Weston-Super-Mare. Since then, we have experienced remarkable growth, expanding our operations to encompass a total of five theatre facilities across England.
Heritage and Tourist Attraction Management
A strong local cultural offer significantly improves the quality of life for residents and supports the overall health and wellbeing of communities. It enhances learning opportunities, builds cultural capital, and opens doors for young people who may not otherwise have the chance to experience cultural participation.
We recognise that collaboration with the cultural sector, businesses, enterprises, and national and regional partners is essential to safeguard the services that are so valued by our communities. This is why we actively engage with our client partners to offer and manage a range of cultural and historical sites, including the beautiful and historic Rufford Abbey and Buxton Pavilion Gardens, the immersive Plantasia Tropical Zoo, and the Grade 2 Listed facilities at Plas Menai National Outdoor Centre.
Through these partnerships and our commitment to collaboration, we aim to ensure that these vital cultural assets remain accessible to the public and continue to enrich the lives of individuals and communities alike.
Outdoor Education & Adventurous Activity Centres
Outdoor Education and access to adventurous activities play a crucial role in the positive development of young people. Engaging in these activities has been shown to significantly improve both mental and physical health, foster social skills, boost self-esteem and self-confidence, and cultivate a stronger connection to the natural environment and environmental awareness. Recognizing the benefits to both tourism and local communities, it is essential to maintain and support facilities and services in this vital sector.
At Parkwood Leisure, our commitment to outdoor education was solidified in 2015 with the acquisition of the Dolygaer Outdoor Education Centre from Merthyr Council. This commitment was further strengthened in 2022 through a new partnership with Sport Wales for the operation of Plas Menai. These strategic actions have enabled us to sustain these valuable facilities, alleviating the financial burden on local authorities while ensuring that outdoor education programs remain accessible to local schools and youth organisations. Furthermore, these initiatives have contributed to increased inward investment through tourism, promoting economic growth and development in the region.
My Healthy Way
‘My Healthy Way’ is our community focused resource for a happier, healthier life. Explore expert tips, practical tools, engaging blogs and comprehensive nutrition courses. All designed to guide and support your wellness journey.
As part of our mission, we’re dedicated to addressing health inequalities and helping to improve the quality of life of the local communities we serve.