A WEIGHTS room at a gym has been closed until further notice due to fears over the stability of the floor.

The free weights area at New Milton Health and Leisure was closed earlier this week after a routing maintenance inspection.

A spokesperson for the centre said: "The integrity of the floor structure is in doubt and are awaiting a structural engineer to visit the site and provide an assessment."

On Friday, following the inspection, they said a report was expected by the end of Monday.

"The free weights room (formerly known as The Foundry) will remain closed until this update is received.

"The safety of our customers is paramount. Once again may we take this opportunity to thank you for your patience."