People of different standards and abilities use the pool.  Please respect their right to enjoy their swim.
Choose your speed appropriate lane using the fast, medium and slow signs and by watching those already swimming. Before pushing off at each turn, check to see if anyone faster is approaching.
Move accross to the appropriate side of the lane for each length following the direction signs.
Try and leave a 5 metres space between yourself and another swimmer.
Wide strokes such as butterfly and breaststroke should be avoided when the lanes become busy. If you change to a slower stroke as part of your session, think about moving lanes.
Fitness swimming equipment, such as fins and hand paddles, is permitted at the discretion of the lifeguard and based on capacity. Snorkels can be used in conjunction with conventional swimming goggles.
When resting to catch your breath or after completing your swim, please be mindful of other lane users wanting to keep on swimming without stopping.
Celebrate your achievements and share your swimming stories with us on social media using #betterswimming, we'd love to hear them!

Please comply with the following rules:

Under 8’s and non swimmers 11-17 must be accompanied by a competent adult swimmer
No more than two under 8’s or non swimmers 11-17 to each  competent adult swimmer
The competent adult swimmer must actively supervise under 8’s and non swimmers 11-17
Under 8’s and all non swimmers must remain in shallow water
We strongly recommend under 8’s and all non swimmers use armbands and/or an appropriate buoyancy aid
Advice to adult non swimmers:

It is recommended that non swimmers over the age of 16 are accompanied in the water by a competent adult swimmer

Shower thoroughly from ‘top to toe’ with soap before entering the pool to remove deodorant, cosmetics and perspiration.
Use the toilet facilities before your swim and remember to wash your hands thoroughly with soap.
Babies should wear tight-fitting waterproof baby trunks whilst swimming rather than nappies.
Please dispose of nappies, trunks and sanitary products in the bins provided.
Do not swim if you have consumed a meal within the last two hours.
Never swim if you have consumed alcohol or are under the influence of drugs.
Do not swim if you are currently suffering from a cold or flu.
Do not swim if you have suffered from food poisoning or diarrhoea within the last 14 days.
Please remove your footwear upon entering the changing rooms. Disposable shoes covers are available.

All swimmers must wear clean swimwear, you can find our guide to appropriate swimwear here.

Inappropriate swimwear includes underwear or any garment with obscene or offensive pictures or slogans. Denim or heavy garments, including cotton leggings, long flowing clothes and baggy t-shirts. Swimwear that is not made from chlorine-resistant materials may be damaged.

We would advise that weak or non-swimmers wear close-fitting swimwear (i.e. swimming trunks or a full swimsuit). Our staff at the centre reserve the right to determine whether swimwear is appropriate.