Freeman's Quay Leisure Centre

Meet Sara! 👋

Sara has been with us for 3.5 years. You will see Sara at reception 😁

Quick fire questions:
Pizza or Burger meal? Pizza 🍕
Dog or Cats? Cat 🐈‍⬛
Beach or City holiday? Beach 🌞
What makes you smile? Family time😃

Give your child a confidence boost in the water with our intensive swimming crash course! 🌊

Crash course is £32.00
If you would like to book, please contact our reception on 0300 026 8488 🏊

Looking for gentle, friendly ways to stay active? 💪

Our Move activities are designed for everyone, whether you're looking to start your fitness journey, return after a break, or meet new people while keeping active. Choose from walking football, dance classes, circuits, indoor bowls and more.

It’s not about intensity — it’s about moving more and feeling good. 💙

Find a Move activity near you 👉 https://thriveleisure.co.uk/index.php/move/

🚶‍♀️ We Move Together Big Walk & Gentle Steps Session - one week to go 🚶‍♂️

A choice of a 90-minute wellbeing walk or a gentle paced walking session on an enclosed track.

📅 Tuesday 14 July
📍 Big Walk: 10:30am – 12:00pm
📍 Gentle Steps: 1:00pm – 2:30pm

At 12 noon, enjoy a special performance by She's Got Brass. Whether you're taking part in the Big Walk or the Gentle Steps session, you're welcome to enjoy the music and stay for an optional bring-your-own picnic (weather permitting).

Big Walk – Booking essential due to limited places:
https://events.durham.gov.uk/19/Home/Details/3656?eventDate=14-07-2026%2000%3A00

Gentle Steps – Booking encouraged:
https://events.durham.gov.uk/19/Home/Details/3657?eventDate=14-07-2026%2000%3A00

To book, you'll need to create an account if you don't already have one:
https://events.durham.gov.uk/19/User/Register

Limited spaces! Fun and Food, one week summer camp is coming to Freemans Quay on the 20th of July! Please contact reception to get booked on!

🚶‍♂️⚽🏏🏐 We Move Together Walking Sports Festival

Join us at our We Move Together Walking Sports Festival and discover how walking sports can help you move more, meet new people and enjoy being active in a friendly and supportive setting.

Delivered in partnership with Durham County FA, Durham Cricket Foundation and England Netball North East, you'll have the opportunity to try a range of fun and inclusive walking sports.

📅 Monday 13 July
🕥 10:30am–1:30pm
📍 Riverside Leisure Complex, Chester-le-Street

🎟️ Booking is essential:
https://events.durham.gov.uk/19/Home/Details/3753?eventDate=13-07-2026%2000%3A00

If you don't already have a Durham County Council events account, you'll need to register first:
https://events.durham.gov.uk/19/User/Register

🌳 Exercising Outdoors 🌳

There’s nothing like fresh air and sunshine to lift your mood! 🙌

Exercising outdoors can help reduce stress, improve mental health, and give you a healthy dose of vitamin D. Even a quick 10-minute walk can help you feel calmer and more energised.

Why not swap one of your usual workouts for an outdoor session this week? 🏃🏾‍♂️

Try a park jog, garden yoga, or a simple walk around your local area - don't forget to dress appropriately for the weather and take plenty of water! ☀️

Every step counts!

🎉 We Move Together Family Fun Event 🎉

Bring the family along for an afternoon of fun, games and getting active together!

📅 Wednesday 15 July 2026
🕓 4:00pm – 6:00pm
📍 Ushaw Historic House and Chapel Gardens, DH7 9RH

Enjoy a range of activities including old-school sports day races, rounders and a fun-filled game of dodgeball.

🎟️ Free to attend, but booking is required:

https://events.durham.gov.uk/19/Home/Details/3756?eventDate=15-07-2026%2000%3A00

If you don't already have an account, you'll need to register first:
https://events.durham.gov.uk/19/User/Register