Dive into our exciting free swim offers! With a range of fantastic opportunities available, there’s something for everyone. Explore all the details below and make a splash today.
Swim for Free – Children and Young People and residents eligible for concenssions
Children and young people living and studying in Westminster and residents eligible for concessions can enjoy FREE SWIMMING in all of our Westminster Council Leisure Centres.
Who can swim for free?
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Children and young people under 19 who are Westminster residents.
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Students attending Westminster schools, colleges, or universities.
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Residents with concessions, such as those receiving certain benefits.
Pools available at:
- Marshall Street Leisure Centre
- Moberly Sports Centre
- Porchester Centre
- Queen Mother Sports Centre

Swim for Free – Adult and Child Free Swimming during Schools Holiday NEW!
Adults accompanying Westminster resident children can enjoy free swimming during school holidays at any Westminster City Council Leisure Centre pool.
Read eligibility conditions and rules:
- One free adult per qualifying child.
- Free swimming session times availability vary by leisure centre – check their website for details.
- Kids under 8 require supervision by an adult over 18 in the water, with a maximum ratio of two children to one adult.
- Participants must register for the ActiveWestminster card in advance with proof of residency in Westminster required.
- All swim sessions must be pre-booked. Wristbands to be collected at reception.
- Available Mon – Fri, 10am – 4pm during school holidays.
Free Swim Sessions Pools Availability
Booking your free swimming sessions is simple! Sessions are available in one-hour slots. Please check the available times below, as they vary by leisure centre.
MARSHAL STREET LEISURE CENTRE & SPA
- Monday – Friday: 10.30am – 3.30pm
MOBERLY SPORTS CENTRE
- Monday – Thursday: 10am – 12pm, 1pm – 4pm
- Friday: 10am – 12pm, 3pm – 4pm
PORCHESTER CENTRE
- Monday: 2.30pm -3.30pm
- Tuesday: 12pm – 1pm, 2.30pm – 3.30pm
- Wednesday: 12pm – 1pm
- Thursday: 12pm – 1pm
- Friday: 11am – 1pm
QUEEN MOTHER SPORTS CENTRE
Main Pool:
- Monday – Friday: 10am – 4pm
Teaching Pool:
- Monday: 10am – 12pm, 1pm – 4pm
- Tuesday: 10am – 12pm, 1pm – 4pm
- Wednesday: 10am – 11am, 2pm – 3pm
- Thursday: 10am – 11am, 12pm – 4pm
- Friday: 10am – 12pm, 1pm – 4pm
Swim for Free in Westminster – Residents aged 60+
Westminster residents aged 60 and over can enjoy free swimming at our leisure centres with pools across the borough with an ActiveWestminster Card. Children and young people under 16 are also included, helping residents of all ages stay healthy, active, and connected.

How to register for the ActiveWestminster Discount Card
Signing up to obtain the ActiveWestminster Card is easy and free.

Simply take original versions of your supporting documentation in to your local leisure centre.
Check the full list of discounts and documentation that apply to you by following clicking the button below.