abandoned leisure centre the flood is so annoying I couldn't get to all the good bits. The Forgotten Leisure Centre That Time Left Behind 🏚️🏊 Hidden away in the West Midlands is an abandoned leisure centre that was once at the heart of its community for decades. Built in the 1970s, this large public facility became a place where generations learned to swim, played sports, attended fitness classes and made memories. For over 40 years it was a major part of everyday life, hosting swimming lessons, gym sessions, badminton, clubs and community activities. But as the years passed, the building started to show its age. The facilities no longer matched modern expectations, and plans were made for a brand-new replacement leisure centre with updated equipment, better accessibility and more modern facilities. In January 2022, the old centre finally closed its doors for the last time after decades of service. A new leisure centre opened shortly afterwards, taking over the town’s swimming, fitness and sports facilities. After closure, the old building sat empty and became a snapshot of the past — an abandoned place filled with memories of the thousands of people who once walked through its doors. The site was later sold in 2025 for potential redevelopment. There have been rumours online about issues such as asbestos because many buildings from the 1970s era used asbestos-containing materials. However, no confirmed public record has been found stating that asbestos was the reason this leisure centre closed. The official reason for closure was the opening of a new replacement facility and the old building reaching the end of its useful life. A place that once echoed with swimmers, families and sports has now become a piece of local history… waiting to be remembered. #viral #trending #explore #urbex #fyp - @curbexerr