Leisure centre price hikes on the way

Gym-goers at Perdiswell had mixed views on the price increases – with some saying they were not surprised.

Sue Guest said: "I've had two hip replacements so I come and do the aqua swim, it's very beneficial to me.

"It would be a shame if they increase it, but then they (the operators) have their own expenses as well.

"I think it's still reasonable value for money, actually."

Colin English, a pensioner, said: "I use the gym quite a lot, I come at least four or five times a week.

"They put the price up last year – if they do it again by these sorts of amounts I may have to reconsider because it's getting expensive."

Another gym user called Vinny added: "It feels like everything is going up in price at the moment.

"I'd never stop going though, this gym is important to me so I really don't mind."

A final decision is expected to be made on 24 November, subject to discussions at two city council committees before then.