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Welcome to your local Better at Barking and Dagenham

Barking Sporthouse and Gym

Mayesbrook Park
Lodge Avenue
Dagenham
RM8 2JR

Open today:
0800 - 1800

0203 859 6358

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keep up to date with what's happening in Barking and Dagenham

Barking Sporthouse to Close Indoor Skate Park as Part of Major Modernisation Project

After 13 years, Barking Sporthouse's indoor skate park closes on the 2nd August 2026 as part of a £2m investment to modernise the centre.

Clip 'n Climb to Join Barking Sporthouse & Gym's New Multi Zone Activity Space

Barking Sporthouse & Gym Clip 'n Climb attraction set to relocate into the centre's recently launched Multi Zone Activity Area.