Glass Mill Leisure Centre designated as a 'Cool Space'

Glass Mill Leisure Centre designated as a 'Cool Space' to help Lewisham Residents beat the heat 
 
Supporting Community Health and Wellbeing 
 
Glass Mill Leisure Centre run by charitable social enterprise Better is providing a 'Cool Space' for anyone seeking respite from the heat. 
 
The initiative supports those who may be vulnerable this summer - which in many areas is turning into a record season for high temperatures and repeated heatwaves. Anyone can use the service - including non-members. 
 
As well as offering a welcoming, cool environment and tap water, Cool Spaces can offer an introduction to physical activity if so wanted - swimming and refreshments from the cafe can be obtained (normal admission charges apply). 
 
For more information on Cool Spaces, see here: https://www.better.org.uk/healthy-communities/cool-spaces  
 
People seeking a break from the heat at Glass Mill Leisure Centre will be able to find: 
 
- Free drinking water 
- Seating areas 
- Air conditioning or naturally cool indoor spaces 
- Public Wi-Fi 
- Phone/device charging facilities (where available) 
- Café or refreshments available to purchase 
- Toilets and baby change facilities 
 
Forest Hill Pools is also registered as a cool space however the centre is currently going through a refurbishment, some parts of the building may be inaccessible during this time.  
 
When temperatures spike, it's tempting to write off exercise until the weather cools down. But you don't need to put your routine or wellbeing on hold. 
Whether you're swimming, working out or trying to stay active, a few small changes to how, when and where you exercise can help you move safely, stay cool and feel your best. 

Read our 9 tips on how to keep moving and well during a heatwave, plus few reasons why your local leisure centre is one of the coolest places to be. 
1. Avoid Peak Heat 
2. Dress for the weather 
3. Dive in and cool off 
4. Rethink intensity, not effort 
5. Hydrate before you are thirsty 
6. Fuel your body 
7. Know the signs of heat exhaustion 
8. Know your body 
9. Recover properly 

To book swimming at Glass Mill Leisure Centre visit https://www.better.org.uk/leisure-centre/london/lewisham/glass-mill-leisure-centre