For months, one question has been circulating around East and West Molesey: is David Lloyd opening a new club in the area? With The Pavilion Club set to close at the end of 2025 and rumours swirling about a major leisure operator taking over the site, local interest has never been higher. Here’s what is currently known.
The Pavilion Club Closure: The Start of the Speculation
In early 2025, news broke that the much-loved Pavilion Club would close at the end of the year. The site has been sold not to housing developers, but to a leisure operator, which immediately sparked speculation.
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Are David Lloyd the Mystery Buyers?
There has been no official confirmation, but local reporting suggests redevelopment plans that include:
- Covered padel courts
- A redesigned outdoor pool
- Upgraded gym and spa studios
- A modernised club layout
These plans closely match past David Lloyd redevelopments, which has led to speculation that they may be the new operators.
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The Local 365 report
What David Lloyd Are Doing Nationally
David Lloyd Clubs are currently expanding. In late 2025 they announced new clubs opening across the UK, including London (Colliers Wood), Essex, and Kent. These clubs include the same style of upgrades being discussed for Molesey.
More on their expansion:
Health Club Management coverage
What This Means for Molesey Residents
At this point:
- The Pavilion Club will close in 2025.
- The site has been sold to a leisure operator.
- David Lloyd is widely rumoured but not confirmed.
- No public planning documents name David Lloyd.
If David Lloyd does take over, residents could expect:
- A more modern fitness centre
- Spa and wellness facilities
- Padel courts
- More activity and footfall in the local area