Serco in Confidence National Water Sports Centre - Keeping the Legacy Alive Presented by: Craig Mulhall

Serco in Confidence Background information  Leisure Connection managed this facility until 2009 directly for Sport England with Nottinghamshire County Council as landlord, NCC then managed the site until March  Sport England (revenue) grant expired in March 2013 – 500k but they remain committed to site through other funding sources  Facility was built in 1960’s and white water course was added in  Key stakeholders - British Canoe Union, British Rowing, RYA and local Universities  English Institute of Sport based on site  England Triathlon & British cycling are very keen on developing the use of NWSC  Home to many local canoe clubs, rowing clubs and running clubs  Home to International and national events such as the National Rowing Championships

Serco in Confidence NCC Procurement Objectives The procurement objectives for the National Water Sports Centre was to provide: “An accessible, high quality family activity and sporting centre with an adventurous flavour set in stunning green space”. What this means: – Striking a balance between elite sport and community/family facilities – Retaining the Regatta Lake and White Water course – Retaining the Centre’s attractive green space

Serco in Confidence The future of the National Water Sport Centre Zip Wire Sky Trail Lazer Quest – E Combat Segway Racing Rafting Canoeing Sailing Powerboats Education Walking Cycling Nature Trails Bird Watching Fishing Dog walking Canal link Cycling Mini Golf Try Canoeing Pods Camping Segways Pedalos Rafting National Sports Centre National Championships British Canoe Union Amateur Rowing Association EIS Clubs Triathlon SportFamily Adventure Green Space

Serco in Confidence The future of the National Water Sport Centre 21 year contract term Serco will be the managing agents to – Holme Pierrepont Leisure Trust Ltd Increased employment opportunities – 25 new roles through new activities on site Total Investment = £6.78M Sporting participation on the site through key sports, new activities and new partnerships A review of pricing policy and approach to marketing the site

Serco in Confidence Natural Green Space Maximising the natural surrounding of the National Water Sports Centre Dog Walking Bird Watching Segways Cycling & Cycle Hire Open Water Swimming Fishing or Angling Nature trails & Signposted Walks Use of the Natural environment for Education – Badger dens etc. Lake Activities School visits Youth Groups, Cubs, Scouts, Beavers, Brownies, Girl Guides Non-sporting events – e.g. fireworks, race for life etc Links to the water network

Serco in Confidence Revitalised Accommodation ● Major Refurbishment of bedrooms ● Twin / Double Bedded occupancy ● Good Standard bedrooms - all en suite ● 4 Accessible rooms

Serco in Confidence Revitalised Main Building (Ground Floor) Major Overhaul for Bar, Catering, Reception & Accommodation Purpose built Drying room

Serco in Confidence Revitalised Main Building (First Floor) Major Overhaul for Conference rooms & Accommodation

Serco in Confidence Widening the accommodation offer - Log Cabins & Camping Pods

Serco in Confidence New Activities - E Combat

Serco in Confidence Improved Marketing

Serco in Confidence A vastly improved white water experience

Serco in Confidence A Family Zone – Café, Sky Trial, Segways, Cycle Hire, Mini Golf