A new £7 million purpose-built academy has been delivered at Perth College UHI, Perth and Kinross.

The Academy of Sport and Wellbeing was built by Dixons Contractors in time for the start of the 2016/17 academic year.

The project, which was delivered in partnership with architecture firm Keppie Design and sports hall construction specialists Ball Hall, features a multi-purpose sports hall with bleacher seating for 400 spectators.

Other features include spacious gyms, dance and fitness studios as well as facilities for hairdressing and beauty therapy students, including a modern climbing centre.


Dixons Contractors' Managing Director, Declan McKendry, said: "The Perth College UHI project was a tremendous development to be part of, we worked diligently to deliver a modern facility designed to be fully inclusive and accessible. It provides a springboard of success for students and the local community, and we are extremely proud to be part of this."

Jackie MacKenzie, Vice Principal Finance and Estates, Perth College UHI, added: "We have a fantastic new facility that was delivered on time and within budget. Dixons Contractors demonstrated a real commitment to working in partnership with the college, listened to us and were proactive in offering suggestions and professional advice."



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