Best London Swimming Pools for Visiting Families

Nick Stark
Aug 24, 2017 · 2 min read

London is a cultural center with famed museums, magnificent buildings, beautiful architecture, and acclaimed opera performances. Aside from going around the city to experience its rich culture, families can enjoy the city’s prominent swimming pool destinations.

Here are your options:

The Sobell Leisure Center

The main draw for visitors at this kids’ center is its little Safari indoor playground, where kids under 10 can play and enjoy. If you have older kids, you can bring them to other leisure places or sports centers, for them to play squash, badminton, football, or go wall climbing.

For those looking for party venues North London or wanting to celebrate a special occasion where you can bring your kids, this is a good place to go to, but make sure you plan and book ahead. Some of the amenities in the center require prior booking.

You can also try their 32-m ice skating rink if you don’t have any booking for the pool. It is a big venue; hence, no prior booking or reservation is needed. You and your kids can enjoy ice skating any time you want. The center is in Highbury.

The Virgin Active

If you intend to stay in the Northwestern part of the city and are looking for hotels in Cricklewood London, take note that some hotels offer swimming lessons for adults and kids alike.

A good place to visit with the kids that is near several hotels in Cricklewood is the Virgin Active club. It is a fitness center that offers special fitness activities for kids. You don’t need to be a member to be given access to their facilities and amenities.

Their fitness program is designed for kids aged 3–15. While your little ones enjoy bundles fun and specialized games, you can relax or do your own workout, too.

The Archway Leisure Centre

Located in Islington, Greater London, this centre has an extra 254 sq. m. of space for everyone to get active. It’s one of those places where special programs are prepared for both adults and kids.

Have fun with their sloping beach, spa pools and flume rides. Amenities include steam, sauna, and a gym. Membership is available.

The center is also good for the elderly or people with disabilities because it has facilities they can conveniently use. There is also a pushchair and wheel chair when needed. A good place to visit with kids, the elderly, and people with limited abilities.

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