
Public swimming
Whether you’re planning a quick visit or fitting swimming into your regular routine, our public sessions offer a great way to enjoy the water at your own pace. Check current availability and choose a time that suits you for a relaxed and enjoyable swim.

make a splash and stay healthy in our pools
Whether you’re attending for a casual swim, swimming for your health and fitness or coming to the pool for fun with the family, there is a session in our pools for everyone.
- Lane swimming
- Adult swimming
- Casual Swims
- Aqua Relax
- Water Fitness
- Parent and Child sessions
- Family Swim sessions
- Inflatable sessions (Padiham only)
- Male only and female only sessions
Pre-booking isn’t necessary for pool sessions. The exception is Water Fitness where booking is advised due to the popularity of the classes.
- Appropriate swimwear
- Towel
- Goggles if needed
- Water bottle
- Toiletries for shower after swim
- £1 for the locker
public swimming Locations
Find available public swimming sessions at our Burnley locations and enjoy flexible time slots for a fun, active visit to the pool. Whether you’re looking for a casual swim or a regular routine, explore current availability and plan your visit with ease.
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St Peter’s Leisure Centre
Read more: St Peter’s Leisure Centre
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Padiham Leisure Centre
Read more: Padiham Leisure Centre

pool session prices
Pre-booking for pool sessions isn’t necessary, except for Water Fitness.
Prices for non-members are based on 1 hour in the swimming pool

frequently asked questions
When attending a pool session with your children please make sure children under eight are accompanied by an adult aged 18 or over, with a maximum of two children per adult
Yes. We have Ladies only, female only and male only sessions available at Padiham Leisure Centre and St Peters Leisure Centre. Please see the timetables for more information.
Children aged 8 and over can attend the pool on their own. To attend a session in the main pool and swim in deeper water they need to be able to swim a minimum of 25 metres confidently. If a lifeguard has any concerns, they may ask them to complete a short swim test or stay behind the non-swimmer line for safety.
Yes. Children who are Swim Academy members receive unlimited access to public swimming to support practicing of skills learned in lessons. Accompanying parent/guardian must pay for their public swim.
The most suitable sessions for people with long-term health conditions such as dementia, Parkinson’s, joint replacements, or mental health conditions, are part of our Water Wellbeing programme. This is a growing programme, so look out for new sessions like Aqua Relax and Good Boost.
Make a splash with our other swimming activities
We offer a wide range of programmes for all ages and abilities, from Swim Academy and children’s lessons to adult swimming, Swim Fit, and pre-school sessions. Whether you’re learning, training, or simply enjoying the water, our aquatics, wellbeing, and health suite facilities provide something for everyone.





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