Let’s start with the obvious: this isn’t your average leisure centre. Walk through the glass doors, and you’re hit with the hum of treadmills on one side and the buzz of boardroom chats on the other. The Centre is a clever hybrid, designed for locals who want to work on their business while also working on their biceps.
The fitness suite is modern, airy, and mercifully unpretentious. You won’t find intimidating bodybuilders grunting in the corner—just friendly faces trying to squeeze in a quick session before the school run. There are group classes, too, from gentle Pilates to high-energy Zumba, plus a small but well-maintained pool that’s perfect for a lazy Saturday swim.
Fun fact: the building was originally a factory warehouse, and the architects kept the original high ceilings. That means you can do a downward dog while gazing up at industrial skylights—a bit like doing yoga in a chic Brooklyn loft, but with better tea availability.
Hack the Schedule
If you’re planning a visit, hit the gym before 9 a.m. on weekdays. That’s when the local mums and retirees own the place; after 10 a.m., the lunchtime rush of office workers from nearby industrial estates takes over. Weekends are your best bet for the pool—Sunday morning is blissfully quiet, almost like having your own private lido.
And yes, there’s a coffee machine near the reception. Get the cappuccino; it’s surprisingly good. Bring your own reusable cup—the staff appreciate it—and you can sip a flat white while flipping through a prospectus for a local start-up course.
