A FLITNSHIRE leisure centre needs your help to reach its fundraising goals.

Holywell Leisure Centre began its journey as a charity back in 2017 after five decades of leadership by Flintshire County Council.

Tudor Jones, chair of the centre's board of trustee's, said: “Keeping the doors open to the community has been the centre's number one priority for the past two years. But now, it's time for change. Making vital improvements to our facilities will benefit everyone.

“Some areas of our much-loved centre have been untouched for years, potentially 'original features' that have been used by generation after generation.

“Now, we are looking at different ways to secure our future. Aside from applying for financial assistance for big projects like replacing the boilers, we need help from individuals who are equally passionate about Holywell Leisure Centre.”

Mr Jones told the Leader that a team of volunteer trustees make the big decisions but having the funds to turn customer wishes into reality is difficult.

The centre have set up an online fundraising page which has more than £1,600 in donations from members of the public.

He said: “Fundraising will hopefully give us the support needed to revamp and improve our poolside showers and changing facilities which will cost around £20,000 - of which we have £4,000 already raised through Tesco's Blue Token scheme.”

He also suggested that, if people want to take on their own fundraising challenges on behalf of the centre, they would very much be supported.

He adds: “Maybe challenge yourself to a marathon or something simple like a cake bake? And if you're lucky enough to work for a company that match funds your efforts, then that's even better!

“Literally every penny counts now we are a charity, and we are determined to make Holywell Leisure Centre bigger and better with your help.”

To make a donation online, go to www.wonderful.org/charity/holywellleisurecentre.