Swimming and sauna at Thirsk and Sowerby Leisure and Wellbeing Hub

Swimming is a fantastic all-round activity suitable for everyone. We offer a variety of sessions and lessons in our heated swimming pool to encourage everyone to enjoy swimming:

  • lane swimming
  • casual swimming
  • family swim sessions
  • adult only and over 50s swimming
  • accessible swimming

Additionally, if you are 16 and over, you can unwind in our relaxing sauna.

We also have pool-based exercise classes, find out more on our exercise classes at Thirsk and Sowerby Leisure and Wellbeing Hub page.

See opening hours and contact information for Thirsk and Sowerby Leisure and Wellbeing Hub.

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A view of the swimming pool at Thirsk and Sowerby Leisure and Wellbeing Hub

See our swimming pool timetable

You can also download a copy on our swimming timetables page.

Swimming and sauna prices

Want more swimming for less? Swim in any of our heated pools and enjoy dedicated sessions for lane swimming with a membership.

Swim type Regular price Discount card price Concessionary rate price
Adult general swim £5.40 £4.60 £3.50
Children general swim £3.50 Not applicable Not applicable
Under 5s £1.10 Not applicable Not applicable
Family swim (two adults and two children or one adult and three children) £14.30 £12.15 Not applicable
Discount dip (Friday, 2:30pm to 3:30pm, no booking needed) £1.75 Not applicable Not applicable
Sauna £6.70 £5.70 £4.35

SwimTag

Track your swimming performance with SwimTag. Buy your wristband for £1 from reception, or collect for free if you have a Freedom or swim membership, and see your distance swam, length count and swim pace as you swim!

Swimming lessons at Thirsk and Sowerby Leisure and Wellbeing Hub

We have a range of swimming lessons on offer, whatever your age or ability: 

Swimming lessons are available Monday to Saturday in our fully heated indoor pool. For those wishing to make waves immediately, one-to-one lessons are available as well as intensive courses during the holiday periods. Our lessons run for 50 weeks of the year with a short break over the Christmas period.

Before you go swimming - pool admission policies

General admission

To ensure everyone's safety:

  • customers are advised not to swim if you have eaten a meal in the last hour
  • follow the lifeguards instructions, they want you to have a great swim in safety
  • please inform the lifeguards if you have any medical condition that may compromise your safety or that of other swimmers before entering the pool
  • you should not enter the pool if you have experienced sickness or diarrhoea symptoms in the last 48 hours, or 14 days if diagnosed by a GP with cryptosporidium
  • appropriate swimwear must be worn at all times, swimwear which is not made from chlorine-resistant materials may be damaged:
    • swimming trunks or shorts
    • knee length shorts including board shorts
    • bikinis or tankinis
    • swimming costumes
    • lycra leggings, including below the knee ones
    • close-fitting short and long-sleeve t-shirts
    • swim dresses
  • we recommend weak or non-swimmers wear close-fitting swimwear, such as swimming trunks or full swimsuits to help their learning
  • inappropriate swimwear must not be worn in the pool unless approved by management for sensitivity or other reasons:
    • underwear
    • any garment with obscene of offensive pictures of slogans
    • denim or heavy garments, including cotton leggings
    • long flowing clothes and baggy t-shirts
  • please shower and use the toilet facilities before swimming

Children

To ensure everyone's safety:

  • children under the age of eight must be supervised at all times by a responsible adult (aged 16 or over)
  • a responsible adult can supervise a maximum of two children
  • adults should maintain a constant watch over the children and remain in close contact with weak or non-swimmers
  • appropriate swimwear must be worn at all times:
    • swimming trunks or shorts
    • bikinis or tankinis
    • swimming costumes
    • float suits or neoprene float jackets
    • knee and elbow length suits
    • children who are not yet toilet trained must wear swim nappies - these are available for purchase at reception

Safeguarding

If you have any concerns about the welfare of a child or vulnerable adult, please ask to speak to the duty manager.

Photography and videography consent

Customers are welcome to take photographs while participating in sport and fitness activities within family and social groups.

Consent requirements

In certain situations, we require written approval in advance. These include commercial photography related to sporting or coaching events and promotions. If you are unsure, please ask our site duty manager.

Restricted areas

Photography or videography is not permitted in changing rooms, toilets or the sauna.

Reporting concerns

If you are concerned about someone using a camera, mobile phone, or other device, please contact reception.