Leisure and culture park

Swimming at the Leisure and Culture Park

 

Knowsley's Leisure and Culture Park is a major investment in leisure and cultural facilities in the borough which provides unrivalled facilities for the region.  A warm welcome awaits you whatever your interest.  Come along and pay us a visit!


Open 7 days a week:

  • Monday to Thursday 6.30am to 10.00pm
  • Friday 6.30am to 9.00pm
  • Saturday 9.00am to 7.00pm
  • Sunday 9.00am to 9.00pm

Certain activities subject to programme and timetable restrictions.

Knowsley Leisure and Culture Park
Longview Drive
Huyton
L36 6EG

 

 

Events at the park

The park has a packed calendar of events to enjoy, inlcuding music, sport and drama.


Swimming

With two 25 metre pools, the aquatics programme offers great choice and flexibility.

From laned sessions to water polo, club use and aqua aerobics sessions, our programme caters for a wider range of aquatic experiences.

No matter what your level of swimming ability, we can support you within our comprehensive ASA accredited learn to swim programme, with sessions for both adults and children.

With over 300 seats in the spectator area, we can easily cater for galas and special aquatics events.

 

Swimming timetable


 

Monday

Main Pool

6.30am – 9.00am Adults Only

6.30am – 4.00pm Lane Swim 3 lanes

9.00am – 8.00pm Public Swim

9.00pm – 10.00pm For Hire

 

Training Pool

7.00pm – 8.00pm Aquacise

8.00pm – 10.00pm Adults Only (2 lanes only 8.00pm – 9.00pm)

 

Tuesday

Main Pool

6.30am – 9.00am Adults Only

6.30am – 4.00pm Lane Swim 3 lanes

9.00am – 8.00pm Public Swim

6.00pm – 8.00pm Lane Swim 3 lanes

8.00pm – 10.00pm Adults Only (including 3 lanes)

 

Training Pool

8.00pm – 9.00pm For Hire

 

Wednesday

Main Pool

6.30am – 9.00am Adults Only

6.30am – 12.00pm Lane Swim 3 lanes

9.00am – 7.30pm Public Swim

12.00pm – 1.00pm Aquacise

1.00pm – 4.00pm Lane Swim 3 lanes

6.30pm – 7.30pm Aquacise

 

Training Pool

7.30pm – 8.30pm Adults Only 2 lanes

 

Thursday

Main Pool

6.30am – 9.00am Adults Only

6.30am – 12.30pm Lane Swim 3 lanes

9.00am – 7.00pm Public Swim

12.30pm – 1.30pm Aquacise

1.30pm – 4.00pm Lane Swim 3 lanes

6.00pm – 7.00pm Lane Swim 3 lanes

7.00pm – 8.00pm Public Swim (2 lanes available only)

8.00pm – 10.00pm Adults Only (2 lanes available from 8.00-9.00 then full pool from 9.00pm)

 

Friday

Main Pool

6.30am – 9.00am Adults Only

6.30am – 10.00am Lane Swim 3 lanes

9.00am – 7.30pm Public Swim

12.00pm – 1.00pm Aquacise

1.00pm – 4.00pm Lane Swim 3 lanes

6.00pm - 7.30pm Lane Swim 3 lanes

 

Training Pool

6.00pm – 7.30pm For Hire

7.30pm – 9.00pm Adults Only (2 lanes only 7.30-8.30pm)

 

Saturday

Main Pool

9.00am – 2.55pm Public Swim

12.30pm – 2.55pm Lane Swim 3 lanes

 

Training Pool

11.00am – 11.45am Family Fun Session (floats and toys)

12.00pm – 1.00pm For Hire (Birthday Parties etc)

1.30pm – 2.30pm For Hire (Birthday parties etc)

 

Sunday

Main Pool

9.00am – 2.30pm Public Swim

9.00am – 2.30pm Lane Swim 3 lanes

6.00pm – 7.00pm For Hire


 

Training Pool

11.00am – 12.45pm Family Fun Session (floats and toys)

1.00pm – 2.00pm For Hire (Birthday Parties etc)


 




 

Health and fitness

State of the art equipment in the active fitness suite, set out over two floors with 120 stations including power plates, balance master, krank cycles, stair masters - and the support you need to get the best out of them!

A comprehensive functional training zone includes kettlebells, medicine balls, fit balls and other items to add a different element to your training.  Look out for instructor led sessions to incorporate these into your standard programme

A group fitness programme with over 40 classes and a dedicated spin studio with 25 bikes will keep your motivation levels high.

Regular programme reviews can be booked with the health and fitness team, but also personal training will be available soon, to take your training to the next level.


Sport

Whether your chosen activity uses rackets, balls, nets or weights, our six court sports hall with its semi sprung floor can meet the reqirements of the most demanding professional player - not only have we hosted a world record Futsal match, but we are proud that the Mersey Tigers basketball team have chosen to make us their home.

Whether it's a one-off game with your friends or involvement in a club or league, contact us for booking availability. 

Activities available at our leisure centres


Spa experience

Our new spa facility will offer the latest health and beauty treatments, from facials to manicures and even fish pedicures!  Relax, revive and rejuvenate in the luxurious spa surroundings.

A full wet spa including jacuzzi, sauna, steam room and salt inhalation room, with mood lights and fragrances is available for the total health & wellbeing  experience.

Treat yourself!


Relax

The open atrium provides a warm, welcoming atmosphere to meet.Grab a healthy bite in the coffee shop, or sit back and enjoy a coffee while your children have their swimming lessons.
 

Easy to get to

It’s only a 10 minute walk from the train and bus stations in Huyton Village and regular bus routes travel to Longview Drive and Huyton Lane, as well as into Huyton Village.  In addition, cycling paths have been improved in the area and there are over 200 car parking spaces at the park, as well as secure cycling spaces.



Membership

We have a range of membership types available to meet your requirements.  Simply become a member of ‘Active Leisure’ in Knowsley and you can visit any one of our centres including the new Leisure and Culture Park as well as Halewood Leisure Centre, Kirkby Leisure Centre and the new Prescot facility due to open in 2012.

For our latest membership offers, or if you have any enquiries, speak to a member of our team on 0151 443 2200 or email getactiveteam@knowsley.gov.uk

Active Knowsley membership

 

Our Place

A new development for 13-19 year olds has opened, adjacent to Knowsley Leisure and Culture Park where you can enjoy:

  • Spaces for music, sports and arts activities
  • Media suite
  • Skate / BMX ramp park
  • Café
  • Chill out areas
  • Wellbeing, advice and training rooms
  • Multi-use games area

To find out more about the Our Place centre, contact Jenna Young on 0151 443 5351 or email jenna.young@knowsley.gov.uk

 

Take a look around

If you wish to have a look around and discuss your requirements with a member of the team, please contact us to make an appointment. 

We cannot guarantee that you will be able to look around without a prior appointment.

 

Exercise classes at Knowsley Leisure and Culture Park

Monday

  • 09.30-10.30 Step
  • 10.00-11.00 Low Aerobics
  • 10.30-11.15 LBT
  • 13.00-15.00 50+ Sports Club
  • 17.15-18.00 LBT
  • 18.00-19.00 Circuit
  • 19.05-19.50 Zumba
  • 19.15-20.00 Spin

Tuesday

  • 07.30-08.15 Spin NEW
  • 09.30-10.30 20/20/20
  • 10.30-11.30 Pilates
  • 17.15-18.00 Step
  • 18.00-19.00 Half & Half
  • 18.00-19.00 Kick Fit
  • 19:15-20:00 Spin
  • 20.00-21.30 Yoga

Wednesday

  • 09.30-10.15 Spin
  • 10.00-12.00 50+ Sports Club
  • 10.30-11.00 Core
  • 12.00-13.00 Tai Chi
  • 14.30-15.30 Line Dancing
  • 17:15-18:00 Pilates
  • 18.00-19.00 Aerobics
  • 19.05-19.50 Zumba
  • 19.15-20.00 Spin

Thursday

  • 09.30-10.15 Spin
  • 10.30-11.15 Pump FX
  • 17:15-18:00 Conditioning
  • 18.00-19.00 Kick Fit
  • 18.15-19.00 Spin
  • 19.15-20.00 Pump FX

Friday

  • 09.15-10.00 Aerobics
  • 10.15-11.00 Pump FX
  • 18.00-18.45 Spin

Saturday

  • 09.00-10.00 Low Impact Circuit
  • 10.00-10.45 Spin
  • 11.00-12.00 Tai Chi

Sunday

  • 09.30-10.15 Spin
  • 10.30-11.30 Boxercise
  • 11.30-12.30 Yoga


All classes are for ages 16 and above except Zumba and Kick Fit which allow access from age 14.

All classes should be booked at reception and tickets will be collected before entry to the class is permitted.

Zumba classes are now included within the Gold membership package!!!