The project was initiated in 1996 following extensive community consultation
which identified the demand for local indoor sports facilities. A charity,
Assynt Leisure, was established by a committee of volunteers who set about
raising funds and commissioning a feasibility study. In order to pool
resources, two other local organisations, Assynt Christian Community
Youth Project (ACCYP) and Assynt Community Education (ACE) joined forces
with Assynt Leisure to build a single centre that would cater for all needs.
Architects were commissioned in 2001 to design and manage the building
project. Construction began early in 2004 and our new, unique centre
is now built and open for business, offering something for everyone
in our community and testament to the resourcefulness and industry of
the people of Assynt.
The project has two complementary aspects: a general sports facility and an area designed to meet the needs of the young people of Assynt and provide opportunities for the wider community to access information technology and training, as well as providing a much needed space for socialisation and the provision of confidential counselling facilities.
