Council chiefs have unveiled a 'sneak peak' at their ambitious £10m plans for Ayr Citadel.
It comes after officials saved the huge leisure centre from the axe as they promised a multi-million pound investment instead for the old complex.
The Citadel looked to be on its last legs with the previous SNP administration set to flatten the ageing centre. A brand new state-of-the-art £52m base was set to be built in the former Hourstons unit in the town.
But the new administration voted in last May brought those plans to a halt and instead vowed to make improvements to the existing centre.
Now fresh images have shown how the revamp could shape up with a new spin studio and soft play centre. It comes as council officials revealed they have teamed up with multi-award winning leisure industry experts, Alliance Leisure, to develop initial proposals to revamp the centre.
Pictures include an purpose built spin studio for the popular exercise classes. The concept shows rows of exercise bikes in front of a large projector screen.
Other concepts include a café and bar concept which features a cosy space and a bar area. Officials insist that the new-look centre would "maximise the opportunities for tourism and attract a new customer base."
A spokesperson for South Ayrshire Council said: "South Ayrshire Council is delighted to be working with multi-award winning Leisure industry experts, Alliance Leisure, to develop initial proposals to refurbish the Citadel Leisure Centre.
"Although in the very early stages, discussions to date have centred around an improved user experience which will maximise the opportunities for tourism and attracting a new customer base.
"Staying mindful of the remedial works required throughout the facility, the project will ensure the £10m investment is used to not only repair the fabric of the building, but create a fresh and innovative destination for residents and tourists."
Council Leader Martin Dowey says the project would be a major boost for the 300,000 people who use the Citadel each year.
Councillor Dowey said: “We want to make sure everyone has the opportunity to stay active, fit and healthy, and these design concepts give a great idea of what the improvements could look like at The Citadel Leisure Centre.
“The centre is used by over 300,000 people every year for a wide range of activities, and we want to make sure it has the best facilities and equipment so that everyone can access and enjoy a great space for play, sport and recreation. I’m really looking forward to seeing this project progress.”
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