Three leisure venues operated by the charity Your Trust have achieved a national accreditation in recognition of providing best-in-class quality and excellence.
Heywood Sports Village, Middleton Arena (pictured), and Rochdale Leisure Centre have all earned “Very Good” status from Quest, which is the UK’s leading quality scheme for leisure facilities, setting the benchmark for effective service management, customer engagement, and community impact.
Your Trust is the charity that operates leisure and culture venues across Rochdale Borough, and the achievement highlights Your Trust’s commitment to delivering high-quality, accessible, and community-focused leisure services across the borough to support active, creative, and healthy lifestyles for all residents.
The accreditation celebrates each centre’s commitment to high standards across key areas such as customer experience, safety, community engagement, and staff development.
Assessments involve a comprehensive evaluation of each centre’s day-to-day operations and community outreach, ensuring that these facilities not only meet but exceed national standards. It measures each facility’s success in providing welcoming, well-maintained, and inclusive environments for people of all ages and abilities.
Paul Hesketh, head of Leisure and Wellbeing at Your Trust, said: “Receiving ‘Very Good’ accreditation for three of our centres reflects the hard work and dedication of our teams at Heywood Sports Village, Middleton Arena and Rochdale Leisure Centre.
“This achievement not only celebrates the quality of services we deliver but also the trust and support we’ve earned from our community. Our goal is to create welcoming, inclusive spaces where residents of all ages and abilities can engage in healthy activities, connect with others and enjoy a vibrant community environment.
“This recognition confirms our commitment to these values and motivates us to keep raising the bar.”
David Gelsthorpe, chair of the Your Trust Board of Trustees, said: “We’re delighted to receive ‘Very Good’ accreditation at three Your Trust leisure centres and are extremely proud of the work that the Your Trust team does to support the local community.
“The Quest accreditation emphasises excellence in areas that align with Your Trust’s goals: supporting individuals to live more active, creative, and fulfilling lives. Each centre is dedicated to providing services that go beyond exercise to enrich mental health and well-being, creating a positive impact that resonates throughout the community.”
Your Trust leisure centres offer a range of activities with a focus on promoting health, wellness, and social connection among Rochdale’s diverse communities.
