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Big Open Weekend on Saturday 10th & Sunday 11th October

Enjoy FREE activities, taster sessions, classes, friendly advice, special offers and more!

Come and take a look around, try various activities and meet our fantastic team – they will be on hand to answer all of your enquiries.

You don’t have to be a member of our leisure centre or have visited us before to get involved in our Big Open Weekend, so why not bring your friends and family along too?

Please check the booking details for activities below - some need booking in advance.

We look forward to seeing you soon.

Big Open Weekend hours:

Saturday 10th October: 9am - 4pm

Sunday 11th October: 9am - 4pm

Fitness Activities

Free Gym Use & Taster PT Sessions

Saturday & Sunday

Step inside our gym and get involved in a range of free fitness activities throughout our Big Open Weekend. Whether you're new to the gym, returning after a break or looking to try something different, there's something for everyone to have a go at.

Enjoy free gym sessions with our fantastic fitness team on hand to show you around, help you get familiar with the equipment and make sure you feel comfortable on the gym floor.

You can also take part in our free PT taster sessions, giving you the chance to meet our Personal Trainers, try out some exercises and pick up tips to help you work towards your fitness goals.

Fancy a challenge? Take on our gym floor challenge and put your skills to the test!

Book your free sessions on the timetable below.

Sports Activities

Free Table Tennis Lessons

Saturday & Sunday

Join us for free table tennis lessons, available on both Saturday and Sunday from 9am–4pm. Whether you're picking up a bat for the first time or looking to improve your skills, our sessions are a great chance to learn, have fun and get involved.

Spaces are available to book, so check the timetable below and book your preferred session.

Swimming Sessions

Dive into some splash-tastic fun at our Big Open Weekend with taster swimming lessons for the budding future superstar swimmer or just pop in for some splashing-good family fun in the pool. 

Free Splash-tastic fun: 

Saturday & Sunday -

  • Main Pool Family Fun Swim: Free sessions running throughout the day. 

Book your session on the timetable below.

Taster Swimming Lessons

Do you have a little splasher who is curious about swimming lessons, or a duckling ready to take their first splash? Our taster swimming lessons are the perfect chance to dive in. 

Our friendly teachers will help build confidence and try new skills in a fun, stress-free environment. From beginners taking their first splash, technique workshops and seasoned swimmers doing their Rookie Lifeguard there is something for every stage of swimming.

If you want to find out more, contact a member of our team or head to our timetable below to book your session.

Bounce, play and create!

We're bringing the fun to our Big Open Weekend with a fantastic line-up of free activities for children.

Little ones can get creative at our crafts table, enjoy plenty of fun in our children's play area, and get their faces transformed with our face painter. There'll also be delicious treats from our cake lady to enjoy throughout the weekend.

With something for everyone to enjoy, it's the perfect opportunity to get creative, have some fun and enjoy a brilliant day out with family and friends.

We can't wait to welcome you. Book your sessions by using the timetable below.

Get involved and help us reach 100k!

Our Big Open Weekend is all about bringing the community together, and we'd love to welcome your family along.

On Saturday 10th October, we're proud to be supporting Sport in Mind with our 100K Your Way fundraiser, a fun challenge where you can help us reach our fundraising goal while getting active and having fun.

Whether you choose to walk, run, cycle or take on the challenge your own way, every contribution helps make a difference.

Come along, get involved and support a great cause while enjoying everything happening at the centre!