Swimming
Have fun in the water, take a leisurely swim or enjoy ‘Swim 4 Fitness’.
You can swim at Grove Leisure Centre, Newark; Southwell Leisure Centre and Dukeries Leisure Centre, Ollerton.
The latest swimming timetables can be downloaded from the right hand side of this page.
Swimming in Newark and Sherwood is great fun and a good form of exercise for all ages. With the 20-25 metre pools, toddler pools, the fantastic family fun inflatable sessions and aqua spinning, there’s something for everyone.
- 25m main pool
- Toddler pool
- Inflatables
- Casual swimming
- Lane swimming
- Aqua fitness
- Children’s parties
Swim unlimited
Enjoy unlimited swimming from only £16 a month with a leisure centre membership. With several membership options you can find the right one for you.
Casual swim
Casual swimming is available every day. Some sessions also include lane swimming, subject to availability.
Inflatables and family fun swims
Fun for children and all the family.
Under 3s swim FREE. Under 8s must be accompanied by a parent or responsible guardian 16 years of age or over. Children must be accompanied both in and around the pool
| Southwell Leisure Centre | Grove Leisure Centre | Dukeries Leisure Centre |
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Wednesday
6pm – 7pm
8-13 yrs only
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Saturday
12.05pm – 1pm
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Saturday
12.30pm – 1.30pm
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Friday
6.15pm – 7.15pm
8-13 yrs only
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Sunday
2pm – 3pm
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Sunday
12.15pm – 1.15pm
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Sunday
10am – 12 noon
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Sunday
2pm – 3pm
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Please note: The council and Southwell Leisure Centre Trust operate a pool admissions policy. During specific sessions, variations in policy may apply. Contact the appropriate facility for details.
Adult lane swim
Specific sessions are dedicated to lanes for adults.
Check the latest swimming timetables for more information.
Swim 4 Fitness
A swimming programme to suite your lifestyle, whether for fun, fitness or sport, giving you access to a vast selection of programmes.
Check the latest swimming timetables for sessions.
Swimming lessons
There is an extensive range of children's swimming lessons on offer for children aged 6 months upwards.
Contact your local leisure centre for the latest lesson availability and enrolment details.
Aqua aerobics and hydro spinning
For swimmers of all abilities wanting an alternative workout to the gym.
Please book your place in advance. All classes are subject to availability and places are limited.
Swimming prices
| | Casual/lane swim | Inflatable session | Adult lane swim |
Aqua aerobics/ hydro spinning
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| Activo Fitness members |
FREE |
FREE |
FREE |
FREE |
| Adult (17+) |
£3.30 |
£3.30 |
£3.30 |
£5.50 |
| Adult Active card holder |
£3.00 |
£3.00 |
£3.00 |
£4.95 |
| Senior citizen (60+) |
£3.10 |
£3.10 |
£3.10 |
£5.50 |
| Senior citizen Active card holder |
£2.80 |
£2.80 |
£2.80 |
£4.95 |
| Child (2-16) |
£2.50 |
£2.50 |
N/A |
£3.30 |
| Child Active card holder |
£2.25 |
£2.25 |
N/A |
£3.00 |
Under 3s swim FREE. Under 8s must be accompanied by a parent or responsible guardian 16 years of age or over. Children must be accompanied both in and around the pool
During specific sessions, variations in pool policy may apply. Contact the appropriate leisure centre for details.
Swimming clubs
Swimming clubs can be a friendly way for young people to develop their swimming skills and take part in competitions and events.
Local swimming clubs include:
Visit http://www.newarksc.co.uk/ for more details.
Telephone: 07950728676 or 07788 728 676 or email to join@newarksc.co.uk
Telephone : 01636 813044
Email : shirleygrayson@southwellsc.co.uk