About Freeman's Quay Leisure Centre

Freeman’s Quay Leisure Centre boasts a fantastic 140 station gym with weights and functional training, two swimming pools, a tepidarium, studio, and a sports hall.

Gym

Whether you’re new to fitness or a regular user, with 140 stations, the gym at Freeman’s Quay offers a variety of equipment including cardio, strength, functional training and free weights. Our friendly team are also on hand to offer advice and motivation to help you reach your goals.

Monday – 6.30am to 9.30pm
Tuesday – 6.30am to 9.30pm
Wednesday – 6.30am to 9.30pm
Thursday – 6.30am to 9.30pm
Friday – 6.30am to 9.30pm
Saturday – 7.30am to 7.00pm
Sunday – 7.30am to 5.00pm

Exercise classes

A variety of instructor led, hybrid and virtual group classes take place in Freeman’s Quay studio. Friendly and welcoming, why not join a community of likeminded people and take part in a session today.

Swimming

We are currently not able to take any new swimmers into our Learn to Swim Program stages 1 to 7 at Freeman’s Quay. We will let you know when we are accepting new swimmers. We apologise for the inconvenience this may cause.

With an 8 lane pool, the biggest across all our centres, and a small pool, you’ll be spoilt for choice at Freeman’s Quay. Whether you’re looking to improve your fitness, go swimming with your toddler or take part in a water based fitness class you can do it all at Freeman’s Quay. You can also relax in the centre’s tepidarium and steam room.

Pool Size Depth
Main pool 25.0m by 17.0m Deep end 2.0m fixed to shallow end 1.15m
Small teaching pool 10.7m by 8.0m 0.0m to 1.8m (floating floor)

Swimming lessons

From babies, tots and kids to adults, our learn to swim programme will teach all the skills needed to enjoy water safely and with confidence. Whether you are a beginner or looking to develop your swimming technique find out more today and see where your journey can take you.

Book an appointment or tour

If you’d like to find out more about taking out a membership or about our gyms, swimming pools, Move Hub or classes contact us to book a free welcome visit at one of our sites. A member of our team will guide you around your chosen centre and answer any questions you may have.

Sports

Interested in playing football, badminton, table tennis, basketball or netball? The indoor sports hall at Freeman’s Quay is an ideal place to take part in a competitive sport or a fun session with friends. Why not book a session today.

Parties

Why not have a splashtastic time and book a pool party at Freeman’s Quay. The pool party includes floats, toys and games for children and adults to enjoy together. Our pool parties are looked after by fully-qualified lifeguards. For your safety every child must be accompanied by an adult.

Move

Need a little help to get moving? Move is about supporting you on your journey to get moving. Whether you’re looking for advice to stay motivated, social activities, or easy classes, our programme offers a range of opportunities which are at the right level for you.

Accessible facilities

  • Accessible disabled parking

  • Automatic reception doors

  • Low level reception desk

  • Assistance animals welcome

  • Lift to all floors

  • Seating areas throughout facility

  • Accessible toilets

  • Accessible changing facilities

  • Accessible shower facilities (dryside)

  • Accessible shower facilities (wetside)

  • Changing facilities with a hoist

  • Changing Places facility

  • Accessible lockers

  • Pool hoist

  • Handrails on pool steps

  • Automatic barrier access to gym area

  • Concessionary membership rates

Walkergate, Durham, County Durham, DH1 1SW
Opening hours
Monday
6.30am to 22.00pm
Tuesday
6.30am to 22.00pm
Wednesday
6.30am to 22.00pm
Thursday
6.30am to 22.00pm
Friday
6.30am to 22.00pm
Saturday
7.30am to 7.00pm
Sunday
7.30am to 5.00pm
Bank Holiday
closed