From 1 October, charitable trust Fusion will be taking over the management of three further sports centres, on behalf of Tunbridge Wells Borough Council.

The 10-year contract covers Tunbridge Wells Sports and Indoor Tennis Centre, Weald Sports Centre in Cranbrook and Putlands Sports and Leisure Centre in Paddock Wood.

Peter Kay, chief executive of Fusion, said: "We are tremendously excited at the prospect of working with Tunbridge Wells Borough Council.

“Our commitment is to deliver high quality, accessible leisure facilities and services that meet the needs and aspirations of the local community – and we're delighted to have been given the opportunity to extend our offering to the people of Tunbridge Wells."

Fusion currently operates leisure facilities in the London borough’s of Hillingdon, Lambeth and Southwark. Details: www.fusion-lifestyle.com