Leisure Framework Consultation 2024

Leisure services are key to supporting us all to prevent poor health and improve the quality of life for those that are already living with physical and mental health conditions.

Whilst Cornwall Council and its partners face significant challenges in regard to sustaining the current portfolio of leisure assets, the Council is committed to working with partners across Cornwall to ensure there is accessible and good quality provision over the next 10-years and well beyond.

The Leisure Framework seeks to align Cornwall Council’s priorities with Sport England’s “Uniting the Movement” strategy and enhance leisure activity in Cornwall over the next decade.

Cornwall Council’s current position is that there is no additional budget (either revenue or capital) set aside for Leisure within the Council’s 4-year, medium-term financial plan. This Framework sets out how external funding, prioritised investment and allocated resources could be targeted.

The framework focuses on the development of accessible and sustainable leisure facilities and seeks to address health inequalities and foster inclusivity. It will promote collaboration among various stakeholders, ensuring that local efforts complement national objectives, ultimately creating a more active, healthy, and inclusive community.

This draft Leisure Framework has been developed alongside the Built Facility and Playing Pitch Strategies that will support a clear direction and a prioritisation plan. These strategies have been developed in line with Sport England guidance. Alongside these leisure specific strategies, the Framework is aligned to a number of other key plans such as; the Local Plan for Cornwall, Active Cornwall’s 10-Year Approach to Physical Activity, and the Council’s plans for decarbonisation and decentralisation.

Please provide your feedback by completing our survey below by 23 October 2024