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State of the UK Fitness Industry Report 2026 Celebrating 20 Years: From Analysis to Action Two Decades of Industry Intelligence Welcome to the 20th-anniversary edition of the State of the UK Fitness Industry Report. For two decades, this report has served as the “gold standard” for the sector, providing the evidence- based backbone required for operators, investors, and policymakers to thrive. As we mark this milestone, Leisure DB continues its mission as an independent data specialist. We believe that critical business decisions should never be based on guesswork. Whether you are looking at site analysis, shifting supply formats, or the evolution of health-linked services, the following pages provide the strategic insight necessary to lead in the next era of tness.
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Data that Empowers. Insight that Inspires. Celebrating 20 Years of the State of the Industry Report.
For over 30 years, Leisure DB has been the UK’s leading independent data specialist, providing the clarity needed to navigate an ever-evolving tness and leisure landscape. By unlocking the power of 850 million data points, we help operators, investors, and suppliers make better investments, sharper strategies, and more con dent decisions. Our Core Philosophy: Independent: We provide unbiased, agenda-free market intelligence.
Comprehensive: We audit over 7,000 facilities annually through direct contact. Actionable: We transform raw postcode and facility data into clear growth roadmaps.
“Since 2006, the State of the UK Fitness Industry Report has served as the sector’s ‘gold standard.’ As we mark our 20th year, we celebrate two decades of democratising data providing the evidence-based backbone that helps the UK leisure sector thrive, innovate, and grow.”
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STATE OF THE UK FITNESS INDUSTRY REPORT 2026
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