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Changes to Active North Yorkshire this summer

This summer, we are introducing a number of changes across Active North Yorkshire to create a simpler, clearer and more consistent experience across all sites. These include simplifying our membership options, moving to a new, single booking system and updating the names of our swim sessions and group exercise classes so they are easier to understand when booking.

Read answers to frequently asked questions about what these changes mean for you, including timelines, new options and how your current membership may be affected.

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A group of children in the pool wearing arm bands beside a selection of colourful floats

Make a splash

Enjoy a special day with a children's party at our leisure and wellbeing hubs.

Active North Yorkshire Pool Parties

New pool parties from 1 October

Our new pool parties are bookable from 1 October. If you would like to book a party to take place before then you can find out about our current parties on our existing venue pages.

Get ready to win parent of the year! Active North Yorkshire pool parties are the perfect way to celebrate your child’s special day. With a range of packages, there is something for everyone.

There is no age restriction to the parties, however all children under the age of eight need to be supervised by someone over 16 at a ratio of two children to one adult. 

Pick your party

We offer three different types of pool party.

Party Description Where available Price
Mini splash Held in our small and learner pools, these sessions are perfect for younger children who are ready to jump into a pool filled with floats, toys and balls for plenty of fun!
  • Harrogate
  • Skipton
  • Starbeck
  • Stokesley
  • Thirsk and Sowerby
£110
Big splash Make a big splash with an action-packed pool party in the main pool. Enjoy plenty of space to swim, play and have fun with the floats, toys and balls provided.
  • Bedale
  • Harrogate
  • Pateley Bridge
  • Ripon - The Jack Laugher Centre
  • Skipton
  • Stokesley
  • Thirsk and Sowerby
£160
Ultra splash

This is the ultimate pool party! Enjoy access to the main and small pool, giving your guests room to splash, swim and play. Floats, toys, and balls are included so your children will have plenty to keep them entertained. 

At Northallerton you also get use of the wave machine and slide.

  • Harrogate
  • Knaresborough
  • Northallerton
  • Stokesley
  • Thirsk and Sowerby
£200

Add an inflatable

Take your pool party to the next level with an optional inflatable for £50. Climb, balance and splash your way along the inflatable course to reach maximum fun.

Children must be able to swim 25 metres to use an inflatable. Depending on availability and the type of party chosen, inflatables are available at 

  • Harrogate
  • Knaresborough
  • Ripon - The Jack Laugher Centre
  • Skipton
  • Stokesley
  • Thirsk and Sowerby

Pick your site and book

Bedale Leisure and Wellbeing Hub

Big splash parties are available for up to 60 children on Saturdays between midday and 1pm with an additional 15 minutes for cake cutting, if required.

Contact Bedale Leisure and Wellbeing Hub to book.

Harrogate Leisure and Wellbeing Hub

Mini splash and big splash parties are available for up to 50 children and ultra splash parties are available for up to 100 children.

An inflatable can be added to all parties.

Parties can take place on Saturdays and Sundays between 3pm and 4pm with an additional 15 minutes for cake cutting, if required.

Contact Harrogate Leisure and Wellbeing Hub to book.

Knaresborough Leisure and Wellbeing Hub

Ultra splash parties are available for up to 128 children. An inflatable can be added and catering is available for £6.30 per person.

Parties can take place on Saturdays and Sundays between 3:30pm and 4:30pm and 4:45pm and 5:45pm with an additional 15 minutes for cake cutting, if required.

Contact Knaresborough Leisure and Wellbeing Hub to book.

Northallerton Leisure and Wellbeing Hub

Ultra splash parties are available for up to 60 children on Sundays between 3:15pm and 4:15pm and includes use of the wave machine and slide.

A function room is available to use for 45 minutes if you wish to bring your own food and cake.

Contact Northallerton Leisure and Wellbeing Hub to book.

Pateley Bridge Leisure and Wellbeing Hub

Big splash parties are available for up to 40 children on Sundays between 2:30pm and 3:30pm with an additional 15 minutes for cake cutting, if required.

Contact Pateley Bridge Leisure and Wellbeing Hub to book.

Ripon Leisure and Wellbeing Hub - The Jack Laugher Centre

Big splash parties are available for up to 70 children on Saturdays and Sundays between 4pm and 5pm with an additional 15 minutes for cake cutting, if required. Parties on Sundays can include an inflatable.

Contact Ripon Leisure and Wellbeing Hub - The Jack Laugher Centre to book.

Skipton Leisure and Wellbeing Hub

Mini splash parties are available for up to 24 children, big splash parties are available for up to 74 children and both can include an inflatable.

Mini splash parties can take place on Sundays between 2:45pm and 2:45pm and big splash parties can take place on Saturdays between 3pm and 4pm with an additional 15 minutes for cake cutting, if required.

Contact Skipton Leisure and Wellbeing Hub to book.

Starbeck Swimming Pool

Mini splash parties are available for up to 50 children on Saturdays and Sundays between 4:15pm and 5:15pm with an additional 15 minutes for cake cutting, if required.

Contact Starbeck Swimming Pool to book.

Stokesley Leisure and Wellbeing Hub

Mini splash parties are available for up to 27 children, big splash parties for up to 50 children and ultra splash parties for up to 77 children.

An inflatable can be added to big splash parties.

Parties can take place on Sundays between 1:45pm and 2:45pm with an additional 15 minutes for cake cutting, if required.

Contact Stokesley Leisure and Wellbeing Hub to book.

Thirsk and Sowerby Leisure and Wellbeing Hub

Mini splash parties are available for up to 40 children, big splash parties for up to 60 children and ultra splash parties for up to 100 children.

An inflatable can be added to all parties.

A function room is available to use for 45 minutes if you wish to bring your own food and cake.

Parties can take place on Sundays between 1:45pm and 2:45pm.

Contact Thirsk and Sowerby Leisure and Wellbeing Hub to book.


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