'It's about giving something back to the town' - New fitness facility co-founded by boxing star Callum Johnson to launch in Boston (IN PICTURES)

Elev8 Fitness, in Marsh Lane, has been designed to cater for everyone, from first-time gym users through to elite-level athletes.

Facilities include premium strength and conditioning equipment (as an official Hammer Strength training centre), dedicated boxing and combat zones, cardio and functional training areas, class and circuit spaces, as well as a coffee lounge and on-site treatment room.

At the heart of the project is a longer-term ambition to establish the Acorn Boxing Club, backed by Acorn Taxis – what is billed as ‘a dedicated space to develop local talent and build a strong boxing community within the town’.

The gym will officially open with a community event on Saturday (May 9), featuring free access, live demonstrations, competitions, food and refreshments, and opportunities to meet Vaughan, Callum and the team behind the project.

The ceremony will take place at 3pm, with boxing personality ‘Big’ Joe Egan – former sparring partner of Mike Tyson – set to cut the ribbon.

Speaking ahead of the opening, Callum said: “This is something I’ve wanted to do for a long time. It’s about giving something back to the town and creating a place where people can come and push themselves, no matter their level.

“We’ve built a facility that I genuinely believe is right up there with anything you’ll find elsewhere. Whether it’s young people starting out, or serious athletes chasing their goals, this is a place where people can improve, stay disciplined and be part of something positive.

“If it helps produce even a few future champions, then that’s a bonus, but for me it’s about giving everyone that opportunity.”

Vaughan added: “It’s been a serious effort getting this over the line, I don’t think I’ve slept properly for months.

“We’ve had nights where we’ve been here round the clock just to make sure everything is exactly how we want it.

“It’s been a proper family effort as well, not just mine, but Callum’s too. Three generations of us, all pitching in to help bring it to life, which says everything about how much this means to us. Family is right at the heart of what we’re building here.

“Seeing it now, and knowing what it’s going to bring to Boston, makes it all worthwhile. We’re incredibly proud of it and can’t wait for people to come and experience it.”

The project has been assisted by Poyntons Consultancy. Following an extensive search to secure the right site, the company worked closely with the founders to identify and deliver a property capable of supporting their vision.

Jack Fairman, of Poyntons Consultancy, said: “We are absolutely delighted to have been involved in helping Vaughan and Callum secure the right premises for this project. From the outset, it was clear this was going to be something special.

“Elev8 Fitness is a fantastic addition to Boston, not just in terms of the quality of the facility, but the wider impact it will have in bringing people together through fitness, sport and community. What they have achieved is quite incredible.”