Worthing enjoys a rich leisure and cultural framework, with extensive provision for arts, entertainment, sport and recreation. A vibrant voluntary and community sector involves many activities and groups. There is easy access to spectacular countryside on the Downs and to the sea. Many public buildings date back to the 1970s and are now in urgent need of replacement. In particular, the town’s swimming facilities, theatres and leisure centre should be improved. These were identified as priorities in the public consultation on the Interim Community Strategy, as were securing the future of Worthing’s theatres, promoting community-based arts, and overall ensuring that arts and leisure facilities are accessible and affordable.


THE TOWN WE WANT

Worthing will be a town with the widest possible range of leisure and cultural opportunities, sporting and other physical activities. We will enhance the attractiveness of the seafront and town centre amenities and establish clear links between these two key assets. Additional leisure pursuits on the seafront, including sculpture parks and family attractions, will provide a vibrant and varied experience. We will ensure
that affordable leisure facilities are available to meet all needs across the town.


WHAT WORTHING TOGETHER IS GOING TO DO NOW

• Replace the Aquarena swimming complex.

• Ensure adequate leisure provision for people of all ages in any major new housing developments.

• Assess whether a conference facility and/or a multiplex cinema can be attracted to Worthing.

• Arrange multi-sports sessions for young people prioritising people and places of greatest need.

• Improve bathing water quality with a view to applying for Blue Flag status.

WHAT WORTHING TOGETHER IS GOING TO DO IN THE LONGER TERM

• Encourage prospective developers and investors to contribute to leisure opportunities in the town.

• Mobilise the local community to encourage greater involvement in the development and provision of local sports initiatives and to help identify future leisure and cultural facilities.


HOW YOU CAN GET INVOLVED

• Support local festivals and community arts initiatives.

• Actively support Worthing’s leisure and cultural activities and venues.

• Volunteer for local sports initiatives.

• Use local facilities.


If you wish to get involved in any of these opportunities, please call either :

Community Planning Team Worthing Borough Council Tel : (01903) 221051

Or

Worthing Council for Voluntary Service Tel : (01903) 528620