Local residents are being invited to voice their opinions on sports and pitch facilities in Orkney.

Consultants 4 Global are to draft a strategy document in the coming months which will cover the full range of sports related facilities including swimming pools, fitness gyms, games halls and golf courses, as well as football, rugby and hockey pitches.

The blueprint will examine the current standard and use of the facilities, as well as where future development or investment should be targeted.


The councils Sports and Leisure Manager, Garry Burton, said it was important local clubs get involved in the strategy's development.

"There has been significant investment in Orkney’s sports facilities over the last five years with the development of the KGS Sport Centre, the new pool at Picky, new squash courts and the new 3G pitches," he said.

"Demand still exists from our local clubs though for further investment, and through the development of  a strategy it will allow us to identify and formalise where investment is most needed."

Two public drop-in sessions are to held later this week for residents to express their views:

• 7.15pm – 8.30pm at Stromness Community Centre on Tuesday, 19 July.

• 6.30pm – 8pm at Pickaquoy Centre on Wednesday, 20 July.

(LM/CD)