Why did Swindon Oasis shut down?

When lockdown lifts next month, Oasis will remain permanently closed with leisure operators GLL and managing landlord Seven Capital deeming the Oasis no longer viable following a recent review that highlighted the money being lost and substantial rent requirements.

What is happening to Oasis Swindon?

The Oasis Leisure Centre closed in November 2020, after GLL surrendered their lease of the building. Since its closure, the building has sat in an idle limbo and its future left in doubt. The Oasis is a vitally important asset for our town.

When did Swindon Oasis close down?

November 2020
The Oasis Leisure Centre closed in November 2020, after GLL surrendered its lease on the building. Since its closure seven months ago, the building has sat in an idle limbo and its future left in doubt.

Who owns the Oasis Swindon?

Seven Capital
Oasis Leisure Centre

Swindon Oasis
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Location Swindon, Wiltshire, England
Owner Seven Capital
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Is Swindon Oasis abandoned?

THE Oasis Leisure Centre has sat abandoned and empty for almost 18 months but for decades attracted visitors from all over the South West. Thousands flocked to the iconic Swindon facility to enjoy its unique Lagoon Pool and Domebusters slides.

Why is the band Oasis called Oasis?

1991–1993: Formation and early years Liam suggested that the band name be changed to Oasis, inspired by an Inspiral Carpets tour poster in the childhood bedroom he shared with his brother Noel, which listed the Oasis Leisure Centre in Swindon as a venue.

Will the Oasis ever reopen?

Oasis Hotels and resorts are set to reopen in Cancun after extensive renovations. Grand Oasis Cancun and Oasis Cancun have added restaurants and bars. The beach is also restored. Oasis Viva Beach (formerly Oasis Viva) reopened in December with a new amphitheatre for nightly entertainment and an expanded beach area.

Why did the Oasis close?

Oasis, the Swindon leisure centre that gave one of the UK’s biggest bands its name, is to close down. Operators of the facility, which features a waterpark, gym, racquet sport courts and more, have blamed “challenging operating conditions” amid the coronavirus pandemic for the closure.

When was Oasis built?

Oasis were an English rock band formed in Manchester in 1991. Originally known as the Rain, the group initially consisted of Liam Gallagher (lead vocals, tambourine), Paul Arthurs (guitar), Paul McGuigan (bass guitar) and Tony McCarroll (drums).

When was the Oasis in Swindon built?

1976
Oasis, which first opened in 1976, was shut in October 2020, after operator GLL claimed it was unviable. Leader of Swindon Borough Council, David Renard, has backed the designs, praising Seven Capital’s investment commitment.