Iconic London baths set to reopen
Marshall Streets Baths in Soho, London, is due to reopen its doors to the public 26 July, following the completion of a £25m renovation led by Westminster City Council (WCC).
The historic 160-year-old baths, which have been shut for more than 10 years, have undergone work to restore its original Sicilian marble-lined pool and green Swedish marble walls. A new purpose-built leisure centre has also been created at the site, with new fitness suites comprising 102 stations, a sauna and health suite and dance studios among the new facilities at the venue.
WCC's development partner Marshall Street Regeneration has carried out the work at the Grade II-listed building, which has also comprised the development of 52 new homes. Resolution Property is a partner in the Marshall Street Regeneration joint venture.
ISG Interior Exterior was construction manager for the project, which will now see the venue taken off English Heritage's 'Buildings at Risk' register. Nuffield Health has been appointed to operate the baths. WCC cabinet member for community services Steve Summers said: "Despite the tough economic climate Marshall Street Baths highlights Westminster's commitment to providing a high standard of local services for our citizens.
"This exciting redevelopment demonstrates our continued commitment to ensuring all our residents have access to high-quality, state-of-the-art and affordable sport and leisure facilities right on their door steps."