Designed for Community & Performance

Accrington Academy

Leisure

This impressive new 10,000 sq ft standalone sports building has been designed and constructed to provide a high‑quality aquatic facility for Accrington Academy, the wider community, and partner organisations. At the heart of the development is a 25‑metre by 12.5‑metre, six‑lane swimming pool, engineered to meet the needs of both competitive swimming and structured teaching programmes.

The pool hall includes tiered seating for 150 spectators, creating an inviting space for galas, club events, and school competitions. Supporting amenities include modern changing facilities, accessible provisions, and a welcoming reception area to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for all users.

Services

  • Architectural Design Services
  • Building Regulations Principal Designer

THE RESULT

The facility has been developed to serve a broad and diverse user base. It provides a dedicated home for a local swimming club, offers lesson and training capacity for nearby schools, and supports curriculum and extracurricular activities for the Academy itself. With a depth profile ranging from 1.0m to 1.8m, the pool accommodates everything from introductory swimming lessons to more advanced aquatic training and competition‑level swimming.