Having family time together is great. But everyone knows that the happiest family time comes with a pulse.
If your lot have been cooped up too long, treat them to something different: from swimming, trampolining and ice skating, we’ve got everything you need for proper, affordable, full-on, laugh-your-socks-off family time together – and all while getting active!
Ice Skating
Make the most of the holidays with ice skating — a brilliant activity for all ages that boosts balance and coordination, while delivering loads of fun on the ice for families and friends.
Public Ice Skating
- Sessions allow 60 minutes on the ice.
- Skate hire is available in sizes child 5 to adult 13.
- For younger skaters who need extra support, penguin skating aids are available to hire to help build confidence and independence on the ice:
- Skating aid hire: £4.00 for 30 minutes
- Please note: skating aids cannot be pre-booked or paid for online
- Payment is card only at reception (we are a cashless centre)
Disco Ice
Our late Tuesday and Friday sessions become Disco Ice, with flashing lights and loud music for a fun, energetic atmosphere.
- Not suitable for children under 5.
- Skate hire is included.
- Skating aids are not available.
SEND Ice Skating
A dedicated session for those with additional needs.
- Session allows 45 minutes on the ice.
- The session runs at reduced capacity to create a calmer, less stimulating environment, with no flashing lights or music and fewer tannoy announcements.
- Includes one free carer’s access.
- Non-motorised wheelchairs are welcome on the ice.
- Tickets are available to book from 14 days prior, from the time of the session.
February Half-Term programme:
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Monday 16th February:
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10:00-12:00 13:00-15:00 |
Public Skating Public Skating |
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Tuesday 17th February:
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10:30-12:00 12:00-12:45 13:00-15:00 19:15-20:45 |
Public Skating SEND Skating Public Skating Disco Ice |
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Wednesday 18th February:
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10:30-12:00 13:00-15:00 20:15-21:45 |
Public Skating Public Skating Public Skating |
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Thursday 19th February:
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10:00-12:00 13:00-15:00 |
Public Skating Public Skating |
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Friday 20th February:
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10:00-12:00 13:00-15:00 16:30-18:00 20:30-22:00 |
Public Skating Public Skating Public Skating Disco Ice |
Weekend as usual:
10:45-12:45 and 15:30-17:30, entries every 15 minutes
Trampolining
Why not visit our Trampoline Park for a family day out this half-term? Our Jump sessions are great for the whole family to have fun while keeping active, and while the school's out, we are expanding our opening times to allow for maximum bouncing time!
Tickets are available to book from 14 days prior, from the time of the session.
February Half-Term programme:
Coming soon...
Junior Gym
If you are aged 11-17 years and want to work out in the gym over the holidays, we have lots of extra sessions available!
Every School Holidays, Junior Gym sessions run from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM Monday to Friday.
The next holiday dates will be:
- Monday 16th to Friday 20th February 2026
- Monday 30th March to Friday 10th April 2026
- Monday 25th to Friday 29th May 2026
- you can book your session 7 days in advance from 10pm
Not a member yet?
Click here to find more about membership benefits and all the Junior Gym and Fitness Classes on offer at the Link.
Please note that on your first visit you will be required to complete a gym induction with a fitness instructor, and be accompanied with a parent/guardian.
Swimming for families
Link Centre's swimming pool welcomes families with children of all ages in our Swim for All sessions. Over the Holidays, children under 16 will only pay £1 for sessions before 10am! Look out for "Kids for A Quid" sessions!
And for some extra fun, check out our Family Fun Swim sessions: suitable for all ages and abilities, floats and toys are available for all to play.
Please note one competent adult swimmer may supervise up to 2 under 8’s or non swimmers under 16 at a time on all our Family and Swim for All sessions.
- Tickets are available to book from 7 days prior.
February Half-Term 2026 programme:
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Monday 16th February: |
15:30-16:30 |
Swim for All |
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Tuesday 17th February:
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10:15-11:15 11:15-12:15 |
Family Fun Swim Family Fun Swim |
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Wednesday 18th February: |
14:00-15:00 |
Swim for All |
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Thursday 19th February:
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10:15-11:15 11:15-12:15 |
Family Fun Swim Family Fun Swim |
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Friday 20th February:
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10:00-11:00 11:00-12:00 14:30-15:30 |
Family Fun Swim Family Fun Swim Swim for All |
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Saturday 21st February:
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12:00-13:00 13:00-14:30 |
Swim for All Family Fun Swim |
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Sunday 22nd February:
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12:00-13:00 13:00-14:30 |
Swim for All Family Fun Swim |
Soft Play
Welcoming children up to 10 years old - with a dedicated toddler zone for under 4, our Soft Play area is a great way to get your younger ones to spend some energy outside the house, all in a stimulating and safe environment. Watch them play and meet new friends while you relax with a nice cuppa from our cafe in your hands!
- Booking available from 14 days prior, form the time of the session. Sessions allow a 60 minutes play time.
Ferbuary Half-Term 2025 Soft Play & Cafe Opening Times:
To be confirmed...
Swim School Short Courses
Help your kids stay active and learn a new life skill over the holidays with our Swim School Holiday Courses.
February 2026 Half-Term Short Courses
- from Monday 16th to Thursday 19th Februqary, as below:
Foundation (Over 4 years) - New Swimmers
Suitable for school aged children over 4 years old new to swimming. This course will help your child build confidence in the water, and is a great way to keep them active while having lots of fun!
Block of 4 consecutive days, 30 minutes lessons: 9:00am - 09:30am
Foundation (Over 4 years) - Top-Up Class
Suitable for school aged children over 4 years who are already enrolled in our Better Swim School programme.
Block of 4 consecutive days, 30 minutes lessons: 9:30am - 10:00am
Introduction to Development (Over 4 years) - Top-Up Class for Green & Bronze Swimmers
Suitable for school aged children over 4 years who are already enrolled in our Better Swim School programme in levels Green and Bronze.
Block of 4 consecutive days, 60 minutes lessons: 9:00am - 10:00am
- Tick the box "Holiday and Short Courses" in the left-hand filters. Booking is for a block of 4 days, Monday to Thursday.