A POPULAR leisure destination has made two appointments to bolster its rebrand plans.

XSite Braehead, in Renfrew, was formerly known as Soar but was rebranded in December after a takeover by property management specialists MAPP.

Rosalind Gibson will join the team as marketing manager and be focusing her efforts on the centre’s retail and leisure offerings.

She told The Gazette: "XSite Braehead has played a key role within the community for over 14 years and it’s fantastic to be joining the team.

"So many visitors will no doubt have fond memories of the site over the years, whether that’s memories of family days out or spending time with lifelong friends.

"With community at the heart of the centre’s operation, it is my goal to continue to work closely with local suppliers and retailers to ensure Braehead, and the surrounding areas, are well represented here among the rest of our fantastic retail and leisure mix.

"I’m thrilled to have been given the opportunity to support XSite Braehead through its next phase, and I look forward to when we can reopen our doors to visitors so they can get back to having some fun once again at the centre."

Meanwhile, executive director Lynne Keenan will oversee the day-to-day running of the centre, working closely with the on-site team and managing relationships with occupiers.

She said: "I’m delighted to have joined the team at such an exciting time, not least because the centre has just undergone such an impressive rebrand.

"The pull of the centre is geared towards a diverse mix of leisure, retail and food and drink offerings, with the allure of Scotland’s first indoor climbing centre, the country’s only indoor ski slope and an indoor ice climbing wall – to name a few.

"I look forward to working alongside Rosalind and the centre’s knowledgeable team to continue to deliver the best possible experience for our visitors."

To find out more, visit www.xsitebraehead.com.