ONE of the biggest name gyms in the UK is coming to Oswestry in December.

With the former Wilko’s store in New Street laying empty, many in the town would have expected Pure Gym to fill that space.

But the brand – which operates 24/7 gyms across the UK – has now confirmed it is coming to a space on the edge of town at the Penda Retail Park, close to B&M and Halfords, and opening on Friday, December 20.

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Six jobs are expected to be created for the new facility.

A spokesman for PureGym said: “Following sustained demand for PureGym’s affordable, flexible fitness offering in Shropshire, we are excited to be expanding our presence with a brand-new gym in Oswestry.

“Our members will have 24/7 access to everything they need to work out and leave feeling their best – all through our low cost, no contract memberships.

“We can’t wait to welcome members through the doors of PureGym Oswestry– sign up to our opening offer now.” 

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The new facility will open with hundreds of pieces of state-of-the-art equipment; a functional zone, free weights area, fixed resistance, cardio equipment and a fitness studio.

There will be a huge range of classes, all included within the membership price while certified personal trainers will be available to support clients and a free initial exercise induction.

There will be a full parking on site, subject to restrictions.

The spokesman added: “PureGym is always on the lookout for people who want to turn their passion for fitness into a career through the PureGym Personal Training Academy.

“Not only does this programme equip candidates to become certified PTs in just 14 weeks, it guarantees them a job at the end, subject to interview.

“The PT Academy also provides ongoing PT business support and opportunities for career progression into management roles.  

“PureGym is committed to providing a safe place for everybody to work out and as part of our TrainSafe commitment we have installed automated external defibrillators (AEDs) in all of our gyms.

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“AEDs can be lifesaving in a critical situation, which is why we believe they are as essential as any other piece of equipment in the gym.

Visit our website to find out more about our safety commitment, TrainSafe, and the work we’re doing with the British Heart Foundation to improve heart health across the nation.”

For more, head to www.puregym.com