Date posted 04 Jul 2026
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Save the date: 18th and 19th July 2026 


Come and join us in partnership with Team England across Newcastle for a weekend filled with sports and fun family activities for everyone to enjoy. 

 
Ready to unleash your sporting spirit? Members and non-member can jump in and experience the excitement of Commonwealth Games-inspired sports and activities. Book your spot in advance to enjoy a whole range of activities, including padel and pickleball; basketball, swimming and athletics. 


Whether you're trying something completely new or rediscovering a sport you love, there's plenty of fun waiting for all ages and abilities. 

East End Pool and Walker Activity Dome will be taking part in this celebratory open weekend with various activities for people of all ages to take part in activities in our leisure centres. 

East End Pool

Activity  Day  Time  Cost 
Free Adult Gym Taster Sessions (16+) Sat & Sun 08:00-16:00 FREE
Free Soft Play Sat & Sun 09:30-15:30 FREE
Group Exercise Master Class Sat & Sun 13:00-13:30 FREE
Health Checks  Sat & Sun 14:00-15:00 FREE
Family Fun Swim Sat 09:00-10:30 From £3.75
Aqua Aplash  Sat  11:00-12:00 From £3.75

We are also excited to announce that we will be running a special gym challenge for everyone to take part in which the winner will win a FREE 3 month membership for access to our Leisure Facilities in Newcastle! 

Walker Activity Dome 

Activity Day Time Cost
5ASIDE Pitch Bookings Sat 08.30-16.00 FREE
Football Drop In Sun 08:30-16:00 FREE
Squash  Sat & Sun 09:00-16:00 FREE
Table Tennis  Sat 09:00-16:00 FREE
PD Table Tennis Sun 13:00-16:00 FREE

Bookings can be made online via the Better UK Website, on the Better UK App or even by turning up on the day for access. All bookings are subject to availability. 

We look forward to welcoming everyone into our Leisure Centre's over the course of the open weekend to celebrate the upcoming Commonwealth Games. The overall aim is to inspire our local communities to be involved with sport and have the opportunity to take part.