Moray MP Douglas Ross said he was very impressed following a visit to the site of a new sports centre being built at Linkwood in Elgin. Douglas joined Moray Sports Foundation representatives Kathryn Evans and Grant Wright for a tour of the new facility which is scheduled to open in May next year.
Douglas said, “It was good to get an update on the project and see how large the centre will be. With so much glass incorporated into the design, I’m really impressed at how light and airy it will be when complete.
“It’s fantastic to see a development of this type being constructed in the heart of Moray and one, which I am sure, will be used by a wide range of people.”
It was emphasised that the centre is not just for proficient athletes or sportsmen and sportswomen. The inclusive centre is being built for the entire community and people of all abilities. The way it is being laid out, and the equipment which will be installed, should make it welcoming and engaging for everyone with an interest in sport and exercise.
Douglas added: “I am hugely impressed by the centre and the vision they have for the future and look forward to revisiting when it opens next year. This is exactly the type of facility we need in Moray.”
Kathryn commented that she is “delighted the project has started construction,” but stressed, “there is still funding to be found to provide all proposed phases of the centre and the team continue to work hard to find this.”
As well as indoor facilities such as a gymnasium, a large hall for sports such as netball and badminton and a café, the centre will have outdoor pitches for football and rugby plus a first-floor terrace for spectators. There will also be qualified instructors on hand at all times for help and guidance.