Woolwich Waterfront Leisure Centre site
Greenwich Council is proceeding with plans to demolish the Woolwich Waterfront Leisure Centre for residential redevelopment.
Greenwich Council's Cabinet approved the demolition of the Woolwich Waterfront Leisure Centre on 19 November 2025, with plans to redevelop the site for new residential housing. The council agreed to procure a demolition contractor, followed by a residential development partner, adhering to the Procurement Act 2023.
The decision followed discussions at the Overview and Scrutiny Committee in October 2025, where a Forward Plan indicated the Cabinet's intention to decide on the future of the Woolwich Waterfront Leisure Centre site, which is scheduled for demolition and redevelopment.
Key facts
- Greenwich Council's Cabinet approved the demolition of the Woolwich Waterfront Leisure Centre on 19 November 2025. Source
- The site is to be redeveloped for new residential housing. Source
- The council will procure a demolition contractor and a residential development partner. Source
- The procurement process will follow the Procurement Act 2023. Source
- A Forward Plan in October 2025 indicated the Cabinet's decision was expected on 19 November 2025. Source
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