A WATER activities centre has been given a 'green' makeover.

Various measures have been introduced at Bradford Council-run Doe Park, in Denholme, to improve the centre's energy efficiency and cut carbon emissions.

The project ­­– led by the council's energy management team – has included the installation of a new facility which monitors heat and use of hot water in Doe Park's Heron building, alleviating the need for the system to be on permanently.

The building contains classrooms, toilets, changing areas and drying rooms.

As part of the new provision, humidity levels in the drying rooms are automatically monitored and the system switches off when clothing is dry.

Other measures include new insulation, cladding and windows.

As well as making the site more compliant with modern building regulations, the work is designed to contribute to aims to become a net zero carbon district by 2038.

Councillor Sarah Ferriby, Bradford Council's portfolio holder for healthy people and places, said: "These measures should make a significant difference to the energy costs of the site, and make the building warmer for everyone who works at and visits the centre. We hope the changes will be noticeable as the centre gears-up for summer activities."