AW290 Air Source Heat Pumps for North East Hook Community Sports Pavilion

Project Overview

Modutherm supplied the heating and hot water solution for the North East Hook Community Sports Pavilion in Hook, Hampshire. The installation was completed by James Liston Building Services.

The Facility

The North East Hook Community Sports Pavilion is a purpose-built facility serving the local community in Hook, Hampshire. The two-storey building provides modern changing rooms, showers, bar, kitchen, and social space for sports clubs and community groups using the adjacent pitches. As a community-owned and operated facility, long-term running costs and reliability are paramount — making efficient, low-maintenance heating and hot water essential.

The Challenge

Community sports facilities present demanding requirements for domestic hot water, with post-match showers creating high peak demand across changing rooms simultaneously. The heating solution needed to deliver reliable performance throughout the season whilst keeping operational costs low for a community-run organisation. A fossil fuel-free system aligned with the facility's long-term sustainability objectives and reduced the risk of future exposure to gas price volatility.

The Solution

Heating System:

• Two AW290 50kW air source heat pumps in cascade configuration
• 100kW total heating capacity
• Natural R290 refrigerant with GWP of 3
• COP up to 4.4 at standard rating conditions
• A+++ energy efficiency rating
• EVI scroll technology for reliable performance at low ambient temperatures
• BMS-ready controls

Hot Water & Thermal Storage:

• 500L heat pump buffer vessel
• 1000L Juniper PW XL heat pump cylinder for domestic hot water

Key Benefits

• Fossil Fuel Free: No gas connection required — zero direct emissions from the heating and hot water system
• Efficiency: COP up to 4.4 significantly reduces energy costs compared to traditional electric or gas heating, keeping running costs low for a community-operated facility
• Peak Hot Water Demand: The 1000L Juniper PW XL cylinder provides substantial stored capacity to meet simultaneous post-match shower demand across multiple changing rooms
• Buffer Vessel: The 500L buffer vessel optimises heat pump cycling, protecting the compressor and maximising system efficiency
• Reliability: Cascade configuration ensures continuity of heating if one unit requires maintenance
• Low Maintenance: Heat pump technology requires minimal servicing compared to gas boilers — no annual gas safety checks or flue inspections
• Natural Refrigerant: R290 with a GWP of just 3 ensures minimal environmental impact

Results

The commissioned AW290 installation delivers efficient, reliable, and fossil fuel-free heating and hot water for this community sports facility. The combination of cascade heat pumps, thermal buffer storage, and high-capacity hot water cylinder ensures the pavilion can meet peak demand during busy match days whilst operating efficiently during quieter periods.

This project demonstrates how community sports facilities can adopt low-carbon heating solutions that reduce long-term running costs and environmental impact without compromising on performance or reliability.