The pool at Purbeck Sports Centre is heated to 29 degrees and is open for public swimming 7 days a week.
Monday 20 July 2026 to Sunday 30 August 2026
Mondays
| Session |
Time |
| Early Bird Lane Swim |
7am to 8:30am |
| Children's Holiday Activities |
8:45am to 9:45am |
| 50+ Swim |
10am to 10:45am |
| Aqua Aerobics |
11am to 11:45am |
| General Public Swim (not 17 August) |
Midday to 1pm |
| Fun & Floats |
1:30pm to 2:30pm |
| General Public Swim / Lane Swim |
3:35pm to 4:20pm |
| Swim School Lessons |
4:30pm to 6pm |
Tuesdays
| Session |
Time |
| Early Bird Lane Swim |
7am to 8:30am |
| Children's Holiday Activities |
8:45am to 9:45am |
| General Public Swim |
10am to 11am |
| Aqua Aerobics |
11:15am to midday |
| Lane Swim |
12:15pm to 1:15pm |
| Pool Inflatable |
1:30pm to 2:30pm |
| General Public Swim |
2:45pm to 3:45pm |
| Swim School Lessons |
4pm to 6pm |
| General Public Swim |
6pm to 7pm |
| Aqua Aerobics |
7:15pm to 8pm |
| Lane Swim |
8pm to 9pm |
Wednesdays
| Session |
Time |
| Early Bird Lane Swim |
7:30am to 8:30am |
| Children's Holiday Activities |
8:45am to 9:45am |
| Parent and Baby Swimming Lessons (5, 12, 19 and 26 August) |
10:15am to 10:45am |
| General Public Swim |
11am to midday |
| Lane Swim |
12:15pm to 1:15pm |
| Fun & Floats |
1:30pm to 2:30pm |
| General Public Swim |
2:45pm to 4:30pm |
| Swim School Lessons |
4:45pm to 6:15pm |
| General Public Swim |
6:15pm to 7:15pm |
| General Public Swim – 3 lanes |
7:15pm to 8pm |
| Lane Swim – 3 lanes |
7:15pm to 8pm |
| Lane Swim |
8pm to 9pm |
Thursdays
| Session |
Time |
| Early Bird Lane Swim |
7am to 8:30am |
| Children's Holiday Activities |
8:45am to 9:45am |
| Aqua Aerobics |
10:15am to 11am |
| General Public Swim |
11:15am to 12pm |
| Lane Swim |
12:15pm to 1:15pm |
| Pool Inflatable |
1:30pm to 2:30pm |
| General Public Swim |
2:45pm to 3:45pm |
| Swim School Lessons |
4pm to 6pm |
| General Public Swim |
6pm to 7:30pm |
| Lane Swim |
7:30pm to 9pm |
Fridays
| Session |
Time |
| Early Bird Lane Swim |
7am to 8:30am |
| Lane Swim |
9am to 9:45am |
| Parent & Child Splash and Swim |
10am to 10:45am |
| General Public Swim |
11am to 11:45am |
| Lane Swim |
Midday to 1:15pm |
| Fun & Floats |
1:30pm to 2:30pm |
| Swim School Lessons |
4pm to 6pm |
| General Public Swim – 2 lanes |
6pm to 7pm |
| Lane Swim – 3 lanes |
6pm to 7pm |
| Pool Playtime (8 to15 years old) |
7pm to 8pm |
| Lane Swim |
8pm to 8:45pm |
Saturdays
| Session |
Time |
| Swim School Lessons |
9am to 10:30am |
| General Public Swim – 2 lanes |
10:30am to midday |
| Lane Swim – 3 lanes |
10:30am to midday |
| General Public Swim – 3 lanes |
1:30pm to 2:30pm |
| Lane Swim – 3 lanes |
1:30pm to 2:30pm |
| Pool Inflatable |
2:45pm to 3:45pm |
| Family Fun Swim – 2 kids swim free with every paying adult |
4pm to 5pm |
Sundays
| Session |
Time |
| Early Bird Lane Swim |
7:30am to 8:30am |
| Swim School Lessons |
8:30am to 10am |
| General Public Swim – 2 lanes |
10am to 11:30am |
| Lane Swim - 3 lanes |
10am to 11:30am |
| General Public Swim |
11:30am to 12:15pm |
| Family Fun Swim – 2 kids swim free with every paying adult |
1:30pm to 2:30pm |
| Family Fun Swim – 2 kids swim free with every paying adult |
2:45pm to 3:45pm |
| General Public Swim – 3 lanes |
4pm to 5pm |
| Lane Swim – 3 lanes |
4pm to 5pm |
Lockers
Our lockers take £2 coins. We are able to give out coins in exchange for two £1 coins but please bring a £2 coin with you where possible.
Swimming prices
| Type |
Diamond card |
Non-member |
| Adult |
£5 |
£6.25 |
| Junior |
£2.75 |
£4.50 |
| Senior (over 60) |
£3.20 |
£4.50 |
| Child under 3 |
Free |
Free |
| Aquafit |
£6.85 |
£7.90 |
| Family (2 adults and 3 children) |
N/A |
£16.50 (only on a general public swim) |
Admission Policy
View our swimming pool admissions policy for guidance and information about using the pool. Children under the age of 8 must be supervised by an adult on a ratio of 1 adult to 2 children during all sessions.
Our Sessions
We offer a variety of swim sessions, which include:
- early bird lane swim / lane swim: slow, medium, fast lanes
- swim school lessons: bookable in advance
- parent and baby swimming lessons: bookable in advance
- parent & child splash and swim: a fun and friendly session designed especially for little ones. With shallow-water activities, floating toys and plenty of space to splash, this session helps little ones to build water confidence while enjoying quality time with their parent or carer. Perfect for those first splashes and a playful introduction to the pool
- private swimming lessons: bookable in advance
- pool inflatable: a large inflatable obstacle course in the centre of the swimming pool. Suitable for:
- those over 5 years old and must be able to swim 25m without aids
- under 8 years old must be accompanied by an adult on a 1 adult to 2 children ratio
- general public: open to all
- fun & floats: a family swim session including all the foam mats, toys and large floating crocodile! Normal pool admission fees apply
- family fun: family session with floats and balls. Children must swim accompanied by an adult. All adults swimming must be accompanying a child. Please note, this session is not included in gold card membership
- pool playtime: kids fun session with floats and balls. No lane swimming
