Leisure facilities in Aberdeenshire confirm reopening dates

Gyms, swimming pools and indoor sports courts operated by Live Life Aberdeenshire (LLA) will start to reopen from next Monday.

Centres will open gradually, rather than all at once.

There will also be deals for customers during September - included discounted entry fees and monthly passes.

Peterhead Leisure and Community Centre, Fraserburgh Community and Sports Centre, Deveron Community and Sports Centre in Banff, Turriff Sports Centre, Banchory Sports Village and Stonehaven Leisure Centre will all reopen next Monday.

Some facilities will not be immediately available, such as the swimming pool at the Deveron Centre, which has been undergoing improvements.

A statement from LLA said: "Group lets cannot be offered until September 14, but clubs can contact their nearest facility to gain access ahead of that date to assist them in making preparations.

"The reopening of remaining LLA facilities in future phases will be subject to the agreement of Aberdeenshire Council, considering community need and the current financial position.

"Staff have been hard at work preparing facilities to help keep customers and staff safe. They have also been undergoing training to ensure the customer experience is the best it can be.

"Screens, signs, one-way routes and other precautions have been put in place and session times and venue capacities have been reviewed to allow for social distancing.

"Enhanced cleaning regimes and facilities for customers to wash hands, use sanitiser and clean personal equipment are in place.

"Changing facilities will be limited and customers are asked to come clothed ready for their activity and to bring minimum belongings with them wherever possible, as locker facilities may be limited.

"All customers will also be asked for their contact details to comply with track and trace requirements.

"As with other LLA facilities which have reopened, including Macduff Marine Aquarium, Aberdeenshire Farming Museum and Alford and Huntly ski centres, booking in advance will be necessary. We will publicise when bookings become available."