WORK is gathering pace to bring a new gym experience to Merry Hill.

XF Gym, which is set to open in October, will offer a state-of-the-art 40,000 sq ft facility on the upper mall, taking up a portion of the former Debenhams space.

The facility will open from 5am to 11pm and promises to be a top-tier fitness experience with a strong focus on community, with cutting-edge equipment, diverse class offerings, and luxurious wellness amenities.

For more information and details of pre-sale offers and memberships, visit XF Gym's website.

L-r – Phil Collins – project director for XF Gym, and Samantha Olaoye – deputy centre manager - inside what will be the new fitness centre at Merry HillL-r – Phil Collins – project director for XF Gym, and Samantha Olaoye – deputy centre manager - inside what will be the new fitness centre at Merry Hill (Image: Shaun Fellows / Shine Pix Ltd)

Laurence Benson, CEO of XF Gym, said: “Breaking ground on our first UK location is a milestone moment for us, and Merry Hill is the perfect place to start this exciting chapter.

"The centre is transforming into a vibrant regional hub, with a strong commitment to attracting top-tier operators, and we’re thrilled to be part of it.

“Our new space will be more than just a health and wellness club – it will be a place where locals unite in their pursuit of better living.”

Jonathan Poole, centre manager at Merry Hill, added: “This marks our first ever fitness offering, and it couldn’t be with a better operator.

"XF Gym are bringing something exceptional to the centre, we’re very much looking forward to welcoming them and letting our visitors enjoy a stunning new space.”