The planned improvements will be delivered through a new 10-year leisure contract with Greenwich Leisure Limited (GLL), beginning October 1, 2025.
Councillor Alan Juriansz, vice chair of the environment, sustainability, culture and sports committee, said: “This is a big moment for our local leisure services – and represents a significant investment in the health and wellbeing of our community.
“GLL bring expertise and a strong track record of delivering modern, inclusive leisure services.
“They’ll help us strengthen what’s already valued while raising the bar for quality and access.
“We’ll continue to oversee operations to ensure the service meets the needs of our diverse community.”
As part of the contract, GLL will upgrade facilities and equipment, improve accessibility and inclusivity, and expand fitness and swim programmes.
Councillor Juriansz said the upgrades represent a “significant investment in the health and wellbeing of our community.”
Only Pools on the Park and Teddington Pools and Fitness Centre will be managed under the new contract.
Other centres, including Hampton, Shene, Teddington Sports Centre, Whitton, and the new Active Hampton Centre, will remain under council management.
Peter Bundey, CEO of GLL, said: “We are delighted to be a long-term partner with the London Borough of Richmond Upon Thames to deliver leisure services within the leisure centres and importantly out in the Richmond community.
“As a charitable social enterprise that focuses on social impact and community wellbeing, our values are aligned with the council’s ambitious Richmond Moves for a Healthier Borough Strategy.
“Our investment plans and management experience will be an important factor in helping us to grow the reach and impact of the leisure facilities and wellbeing services across Richmond residents.
“We are committed to engage and encourage new and existing users to live more active and healthier lifestyles.”
GLL operates leisure services under its ‘Better’ brand.
