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Radcliffe Pool and Fitness Centre

Where we are and how to contact us

Radcliffe Pool and Fitness Centre, Green Street, Radcliffe, M26 3ED

Phone:  0161 253 7814
E-mail: radcliffepool@bury.gov.uk

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Opening times and classes

Go to the pool timetable during school holidays
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Pool timetable - during school holidays

Swimming sessions

Adults only

This session is for adults aged 16 and over. The pool may be divided into lanes to allow you to swim at your own pace and to have an uninterrupted swim.

Mondays, 8am to 9am and 12noon to 1pm
Tuesdays, 8am to 9am and 12noon to 1pm, 7.30pm to 8.30pm
Wednesdays, 8am to 9am and 12noon to 1pm, 6pm to 7.30pm
Thursdays, 8am to 9am and 12noon to 1pm, 6.30pm to 7.30pm
Fridays, 8am to 9am and 12noon to 1pm
Saturdays, 8am to 9am

Ladies only

Thursdays, 9am to 10.30am

Men only 

Fridays, 9am to 10.30am


General swim

This general swim session is ideal for all ages and abilities. Part of the pool may be sectioned-off for swimming lessons. 

Main pool

Mondays, 9am to 12noon, 5pm to 6pm
Tuesdays, 9am to 12noon, 5pm to 6pm
Wednesdays, 9am to 12noon, 5pm to 6pm
Thursdays, 10.30am to 12noon
Fridays, 10.30am to 12noon, 5pm to 6pm
Saturdays, 11am to 2pm
Sundays, 11.30am to 1.30pm


Family swim

A session popular with families, offering them a chance to get fit and have fun in the pool. For adults and children under 16 who are accompanied by adults. Part of the pool may be sectioned-off for swimming lessons.

Main pool

Mondays, 3pm to 5pm and 6pm to 7pm
Tuesdays, 3pm to 5pm and 6pm to 7.30pm
Wednesdays, 3pm to 5pm
Thursdays, 3pm to 6.30pm
Fridays, 3pm to 5pm and 6pm to 7pm
Saturdays, 9am to 11am to 3pm to 4.30pm
Sundays, 8am to 11.30am

Teaching pool

Mondays, 10.30am to 4pm (floats between 2pm and 3pm) and 6.30pm to 8pm
Tuesdays, 10.30am to 4pm (floats between 2pm and 3pm) and 6pm to 8.30pm
Wednesdays, 10.30am to 4pm (floats between 2pm and 3pm)
Thursdays, 11.30am to 4pm (floats between 2pm and 3pm) and 6pm to 7.30pm
Fridays, 10.30am to 4pm (floats between 2pm and 3pm) and 6pm to 8pm
Saturdays, 11am to 3pm
Sundays, 8am to 1.30pm


Family disabled swim

Sundays, 1.45pm to 2.45pm

No carers provided. Lifeguards present and both pools available.


Fun session

A wet and wild fun session with mats, rings and other play equipment in the pool. The fun session is open to all ages and abilities. £1.40 per session.

Monday to Friday, 1pm to 3pm
Saturdays, 2pm to 3pm


Rookie lifesaver

Why not try your hand at life saving techniques, water safety skills, rescue breathing techniques and lots more! For 8 to 14 year olds. All children must be able to swim 100 meters. Please book in advance.

Mondays, 7pm to 8pm.


Junior water polo

Come along and learn to play water polo. For 8 to 14 year olds. All children must be able to swim 100 meters. Please book in advance.

Fridays, 7pm to 8pm.


Adult swimming lesson

Tuesdays, 8.30pm to 9.30pm

Contact the centre to book your place.


Fitness sessions

Aqua aerobics

A workout in the water! A qualified instructor will guide you through a routine in the shallow end of the main pool.

Mondays, 10.30am to 12noon and 7pm to 8pm (main pool)

Aqua arthritics

Gentle exercise to music with a qualified instructor to soothe aches and pains.

Wednesdays, 6.30pm to 7.30pm (teaching pool)
Thursdays, 10.30am to 11.30am (teaching pool)

Pool timetable - during term time

Swimming sessions

Adults only

This session is for adults aged 16 and over. The pool may be divided into lanes to allow you to swim at your own pace and with people of your own ability, enabling you to have an uninterrupted swim.

Mondays, 8am to 9am 
Tuesdays, 8am to 9am and 7.30pm to 8.30pm
Wednesdays, 8am to 9am and 6pm to 7.30pm
Thursdays, 8am to 9am and 6.30pm to 7.30pm
Fridays, 8am to 9am 
Saturdays, 8am to 9am

Ladies only

This session is for ladies aged 16 or over.

Tuesdays, 10.30am to 12noon
Thursdays, 10.30am to 12noon

Men only

This session is for men aged 16 or over.

Fridays, 10.30am to 12noon


General swim

This general swim session is ideal for all ages and abilities. At least one lane is normally available to allow dedicated swimmers the chance to swim uninterrupted lengths of the pool. 

Main pool

Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 4pm to 6pm
Saturdays, 11am to 2pm
Sundays, 11.30am to 1.30pm


Lane swim

Monday to Friday, 12noon to 2pm

One lane available for fitness swimmers.


Family swim

A session popular with families, offering them a chance to get fit and have fun in the pool. For adults and children under 16 who are accompanied by adults. Part of the pool may be sectioned-off for swimming lessons.

Main pool

Mondays, 10.30am to 4pm and 6pm to 7pm
Tuesdays, 12noon to 4pm and 6pm to 7.30pm
Wednesdays, 9am to 2pm
Thursdays, 12noon to 2pm and 4pm to 6.30pm
Fridays, 12noon to 4pm and 6pm to 7pm
Saturdays, 9am to 11am to 3pm to 4.30pm
Sundays, 8am to 11.30am

Teaching pool

Mondays, 10.30am to 4pm and 6.30pm to 8pm
Tuesdays, 10.30am to 4pm and 6pm to 8.30pm
Wednesdays, 9am to 2pm
Thursdays, 11.30am to 1.30pm and 6pm to 7.30pm
Fridays, 10.30am to 4pm and 6pm to 8pm
Saturdays, 11am to 3pm
Sundays, 8am to 1.30pm


Family disabled swim

Sundays, 1.45pm to 2.45pm

No carers provided. Lifeguards present and both pools available.


50+ FREE swimming sessions

Free swimming sessions are being offered to people over 50 who can swim and want to re-build their water confidence and fitness level.

Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays, 2pm to 3.30pm
Thursdays, 6.30pm to 7.30pm
Sundays, 12.30pm to 1.30pm


Fun session

A wet and wild fun session with mats, rings and other play equipment in the pool. The fun session is open to all ages and abilities.

Saturdays, 2pm to 3pm


Rookie lifesaver

Why not try your hand at life saving techniques, water safety skills, rescue breathing techniques and lots more! For 8 to 14 year olds. All children must be able to swim 100 meters. Please book in advance.

Mondays, 7pm to 8pm.


Junior water polo

Come along and learn to play water polo. For 8 to 14 year olds. All children must be able to swim 100 meters. Please book in advance.

Fridays, 7pm to 8pm


Adult swimming lesson

Tuesdays, 8.30pm to 9.30pm

Contact the centre to book your place.


Fitness sessions

Aqua aerobics

A workout in the water! A qualified instructor will guide you through a routine in the shallow end of the main pool.

Mondays, 10.30am to 12noon and 7pm to 8pm (main pool)

Aqua arthritics

Gentle exercise to music with a qualified instructor to soothe aches and pains.

Wednesdays, 6.30pm to 7.30pm (teaching pool)
Thursdays, 10.30am to 11.30am (teaching pool)


Radcliffe Swimming Club

Wednesdays, 7.30pm to 9.30pm
Thursdays, 7.30pm to 9.30pm
Fridays, 8pm to 9.30pm
Sundays, 3pm to 5pm
 
Call in on any Wednesday or Thursday to speak to a club representative.

For more information go to Radcliffe Swimming Club's website

Gym opening times

Monday to Friday, 7.15am to 9.30pm
Saturdays, 8am to 4pm
Sundays, 8am to 4pm

Available for all, an excellent range of cardio-vascular equipment and various weight machines and dumbells. Qualified instructors are available to assist your ideal workout. Everyone must complete an induction prior to using the gym.

Junior gym

Wednesdays, 4.15pm to 5.15pm
Saturdays, 10am to 11am and 11am to 12noon
 
Age 11-16 – all newcomers must attend Saturday at 10am.

Creche facilities

Monday to Friday, 10am to 1pm
 
Limited places – please book and pay in advance. Children age 0-6 years. Qualified nursery nurses are on hand to ensure the safety and enjoyment for your children at all times.

Sports centre prices

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