The Pods - a multi-million pound leisure and sports facility being developed in Scunthorpe - has been handed over to North Lincolnshire Council (NLC) ahead of its July opening.

Bowmer and Kirkland has completed construction work on the new centre, which has been designed by Andrew Wright with S&P Architects acting as the project's delivery architects. Buro Happold has also been involved with the development of The Pods, which comprises a total of five pod-like structures and is designed to blend into the surrounding landscape.

Facilities will boast a large split-level, 85-station Life Fitness gym occupying one pod, with two of the largest domes housing the double pool, spectator area and six-court sports hall. Two exercise studios and a further fitness area; a sauna; a spa bath; a steamroom; a crèche; a café; and changing facilities have also been incorporated into the new complex.

NLC deputy leader John Briggs said: "We made a commitment when we were last in power to provide an iconic, contemporary sport and leisure complex for the people of North Lincolnshire. "The building is impressive - it is built to a very high standard and it really stands out, but without being too imposing."