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Active Lives study shows group fitness classes and adrenaline sports are on the increase, Exeter aims to become the UK's most active city, RSPCA calls for a reconsideration of dog ban on playing fields and Foster + Partners wins the Sterling prize.

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The outfits worn by Meghan Markle and Prince Harry on their wedding day have gone on display, Xponential Fitness acquires Pure Barre, Boutique chain MoreYoga signs deal with Everyone Active and a hard-hitting new study gives new impetus to the fitness industry.
  What gets kids active – five findings from Sport England's Active Lives study


Enjoyment is the single biggest factor in motivating children to be active – while "physically literate" children do twice as much activity.
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Merlin opens first ever Bear Grylls Adventure attraction, celebrity fitness trainer Mark Anthony launches the first of his new FirstLight Cycle studios, Everton stadium moves toward the planning phase and St Michaels Hotel re-invents itself as a spa resort.
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Disney confirms US$30 billion investment programme as it highlights its economic impact
Disney has reaffirmed its commitment to investing US$30 billion in its US parks and cruise business by 2033, using new America250 celebrations to underline the role its attractions play in supporting jobs, tourism and economic growth.
Expo 2030 Riyadh will create a permanent global destination
Expo 2030 Riyadh is being planned as a permanent visitor destination, with organisers confirming the six-million-square-metre site will become a Global Village after the event closes.
Australian waterpark acquisition creates new leisure attractions group
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Latest Leisure Opportunities news round-up is now live!
POSTED 23 Oct 2018 . BY Tom Walker
Active Lives study shows group fitness classes and adrenaline sports are on the increase, Exeter aims to become the UK's most active city, RSPCA calls for a reconsideration of dog ban on playing fields and Foster + Partners wins the Sterling prize.

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The outfits worn by Meghan Markle and Prince Harry on their wedding day have gone on display, Xponential Fitness acquires Pure Barre, Boutique chain MoreYoga signs deal with Everyone Active and a hard-hitting new study gives new impetus to the fitness industry.
What gets kids active – five findings from Sport England's Active Lives study


Enjoyment is the single biggest factor in motivating children to be active – while "physically literate" children do twice as much activity.
Latest Leisure Opportunities news round-up is now live!


Mark Verstegen says health clubs and gyms need to become better at delivering results, report shows adult spend eight times as long watching on-demand as they do exercising, Manchester City opens second office in China and more are included in this week's Leisure Opportunities news round-up.
Latest Leisure Opportunities news round-up is now live!


Merlin opens first ever Bear Grylls Adventure attraction, celebrity fitness trainer Mark Anthony launches the first of his new FirstLight Cycle studios, Everton stadium moves toward the planning phase and St Michaels Hotel re-invents itself as a spa resort.
MORE NEWS
Mubadala makes €1 billion bid for Pierre and Vacances
Abu Dhabi-based investment firm Mubadala Capital has made a binding, fully financed €1 billion offer to acquire Pierre and Vacances SA, the European holiday resort operator behind the continental European Center Parcs business.
Disney confirms US$30 billion investment programme as it highlights its economic impact
Disney has reaffirmed its commitment to investing US$30 billion in its US parks and cruise business by 2033, using new America250 celebrations to underline the role its attractions play in supporting jobs, tourism and economic growth.
Expo 2030 Riyadh will create a permanent global destination
Expo 2030 Riyadh is being planned as a permanent visitor destination, with organisers confirming the six-million-square-metre site will become a Global Village after the event closes.
Australian waterpark acquisition creates new leisure attractions group
The owner of one of Australia's best-known waterparks has acquired a major competitor, creating a new attractions business spanning two of the country's largest visitor destinations.
London Museum reveals 2026 opening date for new Smithfield home
The London Museum’s new site will open in Smithfield, East London, on 28 November 2026.
Toverland unveils €98m expansion plan as park prepares to launch resort development
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COMPANY PROFILES
Vekoma Rides Manufacturing B.V.

Vekoma Rides has a large variety of coasters and attractions. [more...]
Painting With Light

By combining lighting, video, scenic and architectural elements, sound and special effects we tell s [more...]
Sally Corporation

Our services include: Dark ride design & build; Redevelopment of existing attractions; High-quality [more...]
iPlayCO

iPlayCo was established in 1999. [more...]
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Synergy - The Retreat Show

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