Pure Gym, the low-cost health club operator first launched in 2009, has announced its plans to unveil 14 new sites across the UK this year as part of its ongoing expansion strategy.

Among the new locations due to open over the coming 12 months are Northampton, Walsall and Gateshead and will take the group towards its target of 45 sites by the end of the year.

Other clubs announced by Pure Gym include Greenwich and Clerkenwell, London; Dundee; Bristol; Milton Keynes; Stockport; Edinburgh; Portsmouth; and West Bromwich.

The new sites will average 20,000sq ft (1,858sq m) in size and take the group to 36 locations, with a number of other new health clubs in advanced negotiations to continue its expansion.

Pure Gym chief executive Peter Roberts said: "We have achieved significant growth across the estate over the past two years and these new gyms will kick start our dynamic roll out for 2012.

"With the economic climate affecting people's disposable income, affordable fitness with no contract and 24-hour use gives our members freedom of choice and accessibility."

Details: www.puregym.com