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Porchester Centre Centenary Open Day: Join Us For A Celebration To Remember!

That’s right! We’re getting ready to celebrate 100 years of community, health, and swimming, and we want you all to join. Next Thursday, 6 November, we will be hosting an open day event at the Porchester Centre, to celebrate this monumental milestone, and it would not be the same without you, our wonderful residents.

Find out all about the Centenary Open Day by clicking on the flyer above.

Centenary Schedule

It will be a day full of fun, free activities, and a celebratory ceremony.

Morning Sessions (08:00 – 11:00 am)

  • 8:00 – 9:00 am: Free Public Swim (Teaching Pool)
  • 9:30 – 10:30 am: Free Lane Swimming (Main Pool)
  • 10:00 am: Refreshments (Teas, coffees, and a slice of centenary cake)
  • 11:00 am: Official Plaque Unveiling Ceremony: Join us in the lobby as Councillor Cara Sanquest officially unveils the commemorative plaque.

Midday and Afternoon Activities (11:30 am – 4:00 pm)

  • 11:15 am: Guided tour
  • 11:30 am: Open Age Over 55’s Chair Class with Armand Botha
  • 11:30 am– 2:30 pm: Free Lane Swimming (Main Pool)
  • 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm: Free Lane Swimming (Main Pool)

Evening Fitness and Fun (4:00 pm onwards)

  • 4:00 pm: Free Yoga Session (Wellness Studio)
  • 4:00 – 6:00 pm: Free Lane Swimming (Main Pool)
  • 5:30 – 9:30 pm: Evening DJ Set
    Get fit or just hang out with a DJ spinning tracks on the gym floor!
  • 6:00 pm: Free Group Cycling Session

Booking your free sessions

Book in advance to avoid disappointment!

Free swimming and fitness sessions will be running throughout the day. Due to high demand and limited availability, please make sure you book in advance. Spaces will be limited and will operate on a first come first serve basis.

Book Your Free Sessions!