Images have emerged demonstrating how proposals for a fresh coastal recreation complex would compare with the existing site.
Back in the early months of the year, Brighton and Hove City Council put forth plans to demolish the King Alfred Leisure Centre and erect a modern facility featuring panoramic sea views from its swimming pools, gym, and eatery.
The council has released an illustration showing the proposed development alongside the existing building to demonstrate the scale of the undertaking.
According to the council, the new complex would deliver expanded practical space, incorporating a larger gymnasium, primary swimming pool, teaching pool, six-court sports hall, spin cycling studio, flexible community areas, and a café with seafront views.
A significant emphasis for the council has been addressing the requirements of families and young children.
The proposed six-court sports facility would host roller sports, inflatable attractions, children’s birthday celebrations, five-a-side football matches, three-on-three basketball games and volleyball sessions.
Plans for a dedicated aquatic leisure zone remain under discussion, though officials have indicated it would feature an interactive play area, a slide or compact enclosed flume, together with water jets and fountains designed for younger visitors.
An adaptable floor in the teaching pool will additionally facilitate shallow-water sessions for toddlers.
The council disclosed it is collaborating with several established soft play operators on the interactive soft play area, which would span four levels.
The council refined its plans through extensive community consultation, incorporating drop-in sessions, an electronic survey, focus groups, a month-long public exhibition, meetings with sporting organisations, and input from individuals with disabilities.
It also worked alongside disabled residents, families, and sports groups including Possibility People, the Sussex Sight Loss Council and the Dolphins Disabled Swimming Club.
The plans can currently be viewed and commented on via the Brighton and Hove City Council planning portal, reference: BH2026/00490.