Reopening of north-east leisure facilities to start next week

Leisure facilities across Aberdeenshire will start reopening next week as coronavirus restrictions ease.

Operator Live Life Aberdeenshire says a number of its venues will open for indoor use between April 26 and May 2.

These include: 

• Huntly Nordic Ski Centre
• Huntly Pool and Fitness Centre
• Aboyne Pool, Fitness Suite and Sports Facilities
• Ellon Swimming Pool
• Banff (Deveron Centre) Pool and Sports Facilities
• Turriff Sports Centre
• Macduff Marine Aquarium

Some other facilities may also open next week, but all should be back in operation by May 16, except Turriff Swimming Pool - which is undergonig essential maintenance and will stay shut until July.

A spokesperson said: "We are delighted to be reopening facilities to the public again over the next few weeks. Customers can be reassured that our staff have been working hard to ensure your visit is a safe and enjoyable one and our staff are keen to see you back as soon as possible."

The first minister is expected to confirm plans for a wider relaxation of rules at her briefing tomorrow.