Pools for swimming in London

“Sun 2 Nov 2025 21° C, sunny weather Swimming pool looks pristine. Staff is very helpful and the crowd is chill.”

“Got 29 mins of free parking. Was in row Zone A row 8/9 and right under the landing path of the jets. Great bonus, if you've never been under the jets landing before.”

“Tolworth Recreation Centre is quite a good place, offering a gym, sauna, and steam room, although these areas are a bit small. They also provide facilities for football, tennis, badminton, trampolining, and many more activities, making it a useful spot for a variety of sports and fitness.”

“Great outdoor pool, children love it. There is a nursery on site with 2 hours per day included in the membership. We have been members for 2 years already, with health insurance there is a big discount. Lots of improvements with new management now.”

“This gym is a hidden gem. Quiet at the right times with stunning sunset views of the City. In many ways it feels more exclusive than the subterranean luxe gyms nearby that cost 10 x more and are 10 x busier. No frills, but I live 2 minutes away, so don’t need a towel and luxe showers. Very friendly and helpful staff - they are all lovely. Luca the PT is a top tier trainer and a credit to the gym.”

“My daughter has been attending the 5 year old swimming lessons here and I couldn’t be happier with her progress. She’s learning so well and growing in confidence each week. The staff are amazing and I feel have been patient, encouraging and always make the lessons fun. The centre itself is clean, well-run and really welcoming. I’m so impressed with the way the instructors support each child at their own pace. Highly recommend Leytonstone Leisure Centre for children’s swimming lessons!”

“I've been using this gym and pool for a few months now, and it’s been a great experience. The gym is clean, well-equipped, and never too crowded. The swimming pool is well-maintained, with clear lane markings and good water temperature. Staff are friendly, and the locker rooms are always tidy. Even the weekends are great for me to take my daughter. Overall, highly recommended for anyone looking to stay fit!”

“I just wanted to take a moment to mention how amazing Lucy and Dean are at the Lancaster Hotel. They are both incredibly professional, approachable and genuinely care about people. You can tell they take great pride in what they do, always understanding, supportive and willing to go the extra mile. It is rare to come across managers who are so dedicated and kind-hearted. A big thank you to Lucy and Dean for their exceptional attitude and the way they carry themselves. They are a real credit to the hotel.”

“I moved to Virgin Active Repton Park in January after spending 5 years at Nuffield Health, and the difference has been a complete revelation. Nuffield raised prices twice in a year, removed key facilities like the jacuzzi without offering any discount, and the overall atmosphere — especially with some PTs — felt disrespectful and unfair. That experience pushed me to leave. Virgin Active has been the opposite in every way. From the gated community car park where you know your car is safe, to the friendly and welcoming reception team who greet you with a smile and provide fresh towels on every visit, the hospitality here is on another level. The locker rooms are a bit outdated and could use a modern refresh, but they’re always clean. The gym floor is great, though I do wish it had a bit more space and additional machines — especially a dedicated bicep machine. The real highlight of this club is the spa area. The sauna and steam room were recently renovated and are consistently in perfect working condition. The jacuzzi is incredibly relaxing, and the swimming pool is huge. As someone who’s been bodybuilding for over 10 years, having high-quality recovery facilities makes a massive difference. The architecture of the building is beautiful — transforming an old church into a gym gives the whole place a unique, almost royal feel. Overall, Virgin Active Repton Park delivers exceptional value, atmosphere, and service. Easily one of the best fitness clubs I’ve ever been a part of.”

“I have been a member of White Oak for over 3 years now and do not plan on changing gym. I mainly go to the morning classes and we have very good experienced instructors in Yoga, kettlebell, Pilates, Zumba, circuit. The centre as a whole is very good although needs more cleaners and maintenance . I cannot comment on the cafe because I do not use it but it's always busy. The staff are lovely especially the ladies at the reception, Scarlet and Demi being some of my favourite. If you want value for money, this centre is probably the best around.”

“I have been a member of White Oak for over 3 years now and do not plan on changing gym. I mainly go to the morning classes and we have very good experienced instructors in Yoga, kettlebell, Pilates, Zumba, circuit. The centre as a whole is very good although needs more cleaners and maintenance . I cannot comment on the cafe because I do not use it but it's always busy. The staff are lovely especially the ladies at the reception, Scarlet and Demi being some of my favourite. If you want value for money, this centre is probably the best around.”

“Giving 5 stars due to the professionalism of the staff - would like to especially mention Julie and Zain who have been exceptional in supporting at the front-desk and in the gym respectively. Give em a raise (no they didn't bribe me ;) ). Management needs to look into the issue of overcrowding in the gym due to unchecked new signups recently. I have had to avoid going in on certain days of the week due to the same which has affected my otherwise good workout regime. Many other regulars have echoed the same concern. Also, the swimming pool cleaning quality has gone down too recently - needs to be immediately sorted out. Thanks.”

“Great swimming facilities if caught at the right time of day. Easy access to a sauna, steam room and Jacuzzi. The price is good if you're willing to pay for three months membership. The only shorter option is a session pass which cost me more than I was happy to spend. Next time I think I'll hit the gym too!”

“Great evenings out spent over at Hemel Leisure centre supporting Hemel storm. Great to take the kids with weekend match ups against top teams from the NBL! Leisure centre has good facilities but arrive early as gets busy!”

“Top quality equipment in all good nick! Friendly staff, large area for free weights, great machines, huge stretching room and great cardio machines.”

“Brockwell lido is so good. The pool is fresh and nice, sometimes the ducks come swimming. The gym is ok, however a lot of the equipment is broken so that’s why it gets 3 stars.”

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I highly recommend the swimming classes at Barnet Copthall Leisure Centre. My 4-year-old son has only attended a few sessions, and he has already gone from being scared of the water to swimming a short distance on his back without floats! This amazing progress has happened in just a few weeks, with only one half-hour class per week. His teacher, Adam, is excellent. You can really see that he loves what he does — he’s fantastic at teaching children while also making the lessons fun and enjoyable. That’s the best way for kids to learn! I am happy with the experience and grateful for the confidence my son has gained in such a short time. Highly recommended!”

“Nice sports centre. The sports hall is in the basement, and the water foundation is in the gym on the 1st floor. Walls of the sports hall are mostly grey, with one side with white bits and windows and a bit hard to see the shuttle. The ceiling is white as well.”

“Had a great time here today. The pools were all well managed by the lifeguards, they were actively checking how busy the pools were, closing them at capacity, making sure children were using the slides correctly etc which was nice to see. The two smaller pools were great for my toddlers and they really enjoyed the slides. We travelled half an hour to get here as we don’t have anything like this near us so it was a nice change. The only improvement for us would be more family changing rooms as they were full when we got there and the small changing rooms were very tricky to change twin toddlers in. They can’t help the size of the building though! We’d visit again”

“I am a member of Golds Gym in Dagenham and have been so for a number of years. In 2021, I had a back operation and looked for a Gym to attend. This particular gym has truly benefited me, with excellent personal trainers, very friendly and helpful staff and incredible facilities for the membership My current trainer has worked tirelessly to help improve muscle strength and my flexibility. He has not only pushes me but encourages me to go that extra distance. I am so grateful for the support I have received and recommend the gym and the personal trainers”

“Joined 4 months ago- health club is small and very friendly with a good mix of Audley and local residents. People come here to get fit and to enjoy leisure activities - not to pose and show off. We’re now regulars at all Nav’s classes - and can feel the benefits. There’s a good mix of fitness and Heath n wellbeing focus in the sessions. He is very attentive and respectful - and when we need a little extra coaching or additional advice he provides it in an understated and discrete manner. There’s good humour and fun in the classes and some occasional variety to keep us on our toes. Other classes are also well attended - tripudio was new to me -mindful and gentle. Zumba with Gabriel is joyful and fun and exhausting- it’s brilliant. Pool is small but numbers are regulated - and the bar/ spa/ restaurant are elegant and a pleasure to use.”

“Friendly, great with the kids and they have made massive progress with my son.”

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“My daughter’s confidence at netball has flourished since joining this team. a great place to experience and learn the benefits of team sports.”

“excellent school in so many ways.”