At a glance
- Now
- Open nowUntil 16:00
- Age
- Babies, Toddlers, Children, Teenagers
- Price
- Low (£) — guide only; check official prices
- Location
- Gateshead
More to know
- Indoors or outdoors
- Indoors
- Visit length
- Quick stop
Price band: Low · How we use price bands
These are broad planning guides for a typical visit, not exact prices. Check the venue before travelling.
- Free
- No regular admission fee. Parking, donations, travel or optional activities may still cost extra.
- Low
- Usually a small charge or donation, broadly up to £10 per person.
- Medium
- A typical paid visit, broadly around £10–£25 per person or a moderate family ticket.
- High
- Usually a larger day-out cost, broadly over £25 per person or for a family ticket.
About this activity
Blaydon Leisure Centre on Shibdon Road has a 25-metre swimming pool and a learner pool, with Aqua Splash sessions among its children's activities. Choose a suitable family session from the current timetable and check supervision and booking requirements before visiting with young children.
Opening hoursVisitor hours · Current schedule
- monday
- 06:30–21:00
- tuesday
- 06:30–21:00
- wednesday
- 06:30–21:00
- thursday
- 06:30–21:00
- friday
- 06:30–21:00
- saturday
- 08:00–16:00
- sunday
- 08:00–16:00
Opening times can change. Check the venue website before travelling.
Check venue websitePlan your visit
Location
Shibdon Road, Gateshead, NE21 5NWKeep exploring
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