Stowmarket's first 24-hour gym opens its doors at former Aldi site

The site in Gipping Way was bought by Mid Suffolk District Council in 2018 in a bid to speed its regeneration, with national fitness chain PureGym converting the space into a 24-hour gym.

It will offer low price, no contract memberships, bringing affordable fitness into the local community.

The Stowmarket site comes complete with a functional zone, free weights, fixed resistance, cardio equipment and a fitness studio.

Councillor Gerard Brewster cut the ribbon at the opening of PureGym in Stowmarket. (Image: Archant)

Councillor Peter Gould, Mid Suffolk District Council cabinet member for assets and investment, said attracting a strong national brand such as PureGym shows the town has a "bright and positive future".

"Stowmarket already has a huge amount to offer to residents and visitors and the addition of PureGym builds on this and takes forward our ambition to improve the health and wellbeing of our citizens," he said.

The gym is situated in an easily accessible location with plenty of free parking, and has created seven new jobs in the area.

Councillor Gerard Brewster, Mid Suffolk District Council cabinet member for economy, said he is "delighted" to welcome the new fitness centre.

PureGym has now opened in Stowmarket. (Image: Archant)

He said: "As part of our vision for Stowmarket, we are committed to supporting businesses on our high street, creating reasons for people to visit and boosting our local economy.”

A PureGym spokesperson added it is excited to be opening its doors to people in the town.

They said: "We know there is a huge appetite for gyms across the nation and as the biggest gym provider in the UK we look forward to welcoming members to our new site in Stowmarket and enabling them to pursue active and healthy lifestyles."

Claire Chittock and Matthew Culliton at the opening day of PureGym in Stowmarket. (Image: Archant)