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Leisure and sport

  • Find a leisure centre
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Swimming

Use swimming and gym facilities for free in Southwark, get free swimming lessons if you’re a beginner aged 16 or older.

Tennis

Find out where your local tennis courts are and how much it costs to book and how to book online.

Sports facilities in parks and open spaces

Find a gym in a public outdoor space, book an outdoor sports pitch, get a licence for running a club or activity outside.

Outdoor sports

Get involved and get fit outdoors with BMX-ing, book a football pitch, basketball or tennis court and find out where the outdoor gyms are.

Volunteering in sport

Information about volunteering in sport and where to find volunteers.

Sports and activities for children and young people

Find out what’s on in Southwark for young people to keep fit and active.

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Page last updated: 8 October 2024

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