Arcadia Library and Leisure Centre

We're delighted to be hosting round 2 of the Lloyds National Track Series at the National Cycling Centre later this year.

Manchester will welcome the country’s top emerging and elite riders on Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 December.

If you've got a love for cycling then you won't want to miss this one!

🎟️ Tickets are on sale now! 🎟️

Your ticket gives you access to both sessions on the day.

Adults – £10
Children (5–17 years) – £5
Under 5s – FREE

🎫 Get your tickets here:
https://brnw.ch/21x3RvW

We can't wait to see you all there! 🚴‍♂️🔥

School holidays sorted! 🎉

Keep the kids active, happy and having fun with activities for all ages this Summer. You'll find more ways to play across leisure centres in Manchester:

🏀 Basketball Camp and Drop In sessions
🎈 Soft Play
🤿 Diving
🏊 Intensive Swimming Lessons
💦 Aqua Splash
🏊🏽 Family Fun Swimming
🚲 Track Cycling & BMX at the National Cycling Centre
⛵ Watersports at Debdale Outdoor Centre
🏕️ Holiday Camps at Manchester Aquatics Centre, Hough End Leisure Centre and Moss Side Leisure Centre
🏕️ Holiday Camp at Hough End Leisure Centre
🛟 Fun & Floats
🏊🏽‍♀️ Rookie Lifeguard at North City

Spaces fill fast – take a look at what we have to offer and book now: https://brnw.ch/21x3GYM

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☀️ Heatwave reminder from all of us at☀️

❗Stay hydrated, keep cool, and don't forget to top up your water throughout the day❗

We hope you are enjoying the weather - but look after yourself☺️

Our gyms and studios are air conditioned - so don't let the weather put you off your workout.

As part of the latest Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS) WaterSafety campaign we are reminding people about the dangers of open water.

If you encourage your mates to go in the water it could be the last time you see them. Cold water shock kills even the strongest swimmers.

Drowning Prevention Week is a powerful reminder that water safety is a life skill everyone should have. 💙

Learning to swim isn’t just about fun days at the pool or beach—it can save lives. Every year, preventable drowning incidents affect families and communities, but many of these tragedies can be avoided through education, awareness, and confidence in the water.

Teaching children (and adults!) how to swim, understand water risks, and stay calm in emergencies makes a real difference. It’s never too early—or too late—to learn.

Let’s work together to build safer communities by prioritizing swimming skills and water safety knowledge.

🏊‍♂️ Learn to swim
👀 Supervise closely
⚠️ Respect the water

Because everyone deserves to feel safe in and around water.

We're supporting National Drowning Prevention Week 🏊🏻

Always follow the Water Safety Code:

💦Stop and think
Take time to assess your surroundings. Look for the dangers and always research local signs and advice.

💦Stay together
When around water always go with friends or family. Swim at a lifeguarded venue.

🚨In an emergency

📱 Call 999
If you are at the coast, call 999 and ask for the Coastguard. Don’t enter the water to rescue.

🤽 Float
Fall in or become tired - stay calm, float on your back and call for help. Throw something that floats to somebody that has fallen in.

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Try Open Water Swimming in our beautiful reservoir at Debdale Outdoor Centre. Only 15 minutes from Manchester City Centre & close to the M60. Open Tuesday & Thursday evenings & Sunday mornings.

Book on the Better UK app or online here: https://brnw.ch/21x3pRC

We’re proud to be taking part in with Royal Life Saving Society UK - RLSS UK 💙

From 13-20 June 2026, we’ll be supporting vital water safety education to help children and young people stay safe around water this summer.

Together, we can empower communities to enjoy water safely and confidently.

During this week, all school swimming and swim school lessons across our swimming pools and outdoor centres, will incorporate lifesaving-focused activities, ensuring that pupils develop essential water safety knowledge alongside their swimming ability.

Lessons will be adapted to include practical, age-appropriate activities, helping all pupils gain critical lifesaving skills and stay safe in and around water.

Find out more: https://brnw.ch/21x3jyy

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