Riding on Sunshine at Debenham Sports & Leisure Centre
A community centre with a big heart
Debenham Sports & Leisure Centre is a fantastic place, built and run by the local community for local people. Since opening in 1972 it has grown steadily into one of the main sport and social hubs in Mid Suffolk.
It's well used by many of the community, thanks to it's welcoming staff and the impressive range of facilities including the indoor and outdoor sports spaces, community cafe, and events hall.
With so much already on offer, improving how people arrive become the next focus for the trustees and Debenham Green Team who drive practical action on sustainability, from cycling initiatives to energy efficiency.
A new bike shelter was needed that would look great into this rural landscape and provide charging for the growing number of e-bikers opting to leave the car at home.
Encouraging active travel through better infrastructure
We were over the moon to answer Phil's call and it's great to see that the new powerPARK is already in regular use, supporting local cyclists and encouraging longer visits to the site. As uptake of e-bikes continues to grow, it also positions Debenham as a welcoming stop-off and charge-up point for regulars and visitors exploring the surrounding countryside, helping to shift more journeys towards active, low-carbon travel.
We are thrilled with our powerPark. It looks stylish and robust, and the build quality, with automatic lighting, is really impressive.
Phil Jaynes, Debenham Sport & Leisure Centre Trustee
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