The following sport and leisure facilities support the FANS scheme here in Kent. Please note that facilities used by FANS members are to be related to their training programme and cannot be used simply for recreational purposes.
If you are unable to reach a facility or need any guidance please get in touch with us at activekent@kent.gov.uk and we will do our very best to direct you to an appropriate contact.
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Ashford Area
Julie Rose Stadium
Willesborough Road, Kennington, Ashford, Kent, TN24 9QP
- Tel: 01233 613131
- Email: julierosestadium@freedom-leisure.co.uk
- Website: https://www.freedom-leisure.co.uk/centres/julie-rose-stadium/
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Facilities Available:
* Fitness Suite
* Gym
* Synthetic Athletics TrackAdditional Information:
* Off-peak hours - Monday to Friday from 8am to 5pm
* Advance booking is not available.
* Contact the Gym Manager to arrange a gym induction
* Induction must be paid for but can use the gym freely thereafter
Tenterden Leisure Centre
Recreation Ground Road, Tenterden, Kent, TN30 6RA
- Tel: 01580 765987
- Email: tenterden@freedom-leisure.co.uk
- Website: https://www.freedom-leisure.co.uk/centres/tenterden-leisure-centre/
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Facilities Available:
* Sport Hall
* Swimming Pool
* Fitness Suite
* GymAdditional Information:
* Please contact the centre for details of off-peak hours
* Contact the Gym Manager to arrange a gym induction
The Stour Centre
Station Approach, Ashford, Kent, TN23 1ET
- Tel: 01233 663503
- Email: thestour@freedom-leisure.co.uk
- Website: https://www.freedom-leisure.co.uk/centres/the-stour-centre/
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Facilities Available:
* Sports Hall
* Swimming Pool
* Squash Courts
* Fitness Suite
* GymAdditional Information:
* Please contact the centre for details of off-peak hours
* Advance booking is not available
* Contact the Gym Manager to arrange a gym induction
* Induction must be paid for but can use gym freely thereafter
Canterbury Area
Canterbury Christ Church University Sports Centre
Pilgrims Way, Canterbury, Kent, CT1 1XS
- Tel: 01227 923500
- Email: sport@canterbury.ac.uk
- Website: https://www.canterbury.ac.uk/christ-church-sport/christ-church-sport.aspx
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Facilities Available:
* Sports Hall
* Fitness Suite
* GymAdditional Information:
* Off-peak hours are 'out of term time'
* Please contact the centre for details of off-peak opening hours
* Only 16+ years in the Fitness Suite and Gym
* Facilities can be booked on production of a valid FANS membership card on the same day, if available
Herne Bay High Specialist School & Sports College
Bullockstone Road, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 7NS
- Tel: 01227 361221
- Email: office@hernebayhigh.org
- Website: https://www.hernebayhigh.org/
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Facilities Available:
* Sports Hall
* Synthetic Turf PitchAdditional Information:
* Facilities available outside of school hours
* Peak time usage is available free of charge if facility is not being used
* Facility can be booked 3 days in advance
Herons Leisure Centre
William Street, Herne Bay, Kent, CT6 5NX
- Tel: 01227 742102
- Website: https://www.fusion-lifestyle.com/centres/heron-leisure-centre/
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Facilities Available:
* Swimming Pool
* Fitness Suite
* Gym
* Mind & Body Studio
* Group CycleAdditional Information:
* Off peak hours - Monday to Friday, 7am to 5.30pm (subject to school bookings)
* Under 16’s not allowed use of gym without supervision from a coach or parent
* Facilities cannot be booked in advance
Kent Sport – University of Kent Sports Centre
Canterbury, Kent, CT2 7NL
- Tel: 01227 823623
- Website: https://www.kent.ac.uk/sports
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Facilities Available:
* Sports Hall
* Swimming Pool
* Fitness Suite
* Gym
* Football, Rugby & Cricket Pitches
* Synthetic Turf Pitch
* Dance Studio
* Netball, Tennis & Beach Volleyball Courts
* Outdoor Basketball CourtAdditional Information:
* FANS members can use the facilities whenever the centre is open
* Please contact the centre for details of opening hours
* Use of the gym is 16+ years
* Facilities cannot be booked in advance, but FANS members can ring up to check availability prior to use
Kingsmead Leisure Centre
Kingsmead Road, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 7PH
- Tel: 01227 769818
- Website: https://www.fusion-lifestyle.com/centres/kingsmead-leisure-centre/
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Facilities Available:
* Sports Hall
* Swimming Pool
* Fitness Suite
* Gym
* Fitness Studio
* Mind & Body Studio
* Group Cycle StudioAdditional Information:
* Off-peak hours - Monday to Sunday, 7.30am to 5.30pm
* Under 16’s not allowed use of gym without supervision from a coach or parent
* Facilities cannot be booked in advance
Mallard Fencing Club
Boughton Under Blean Village Hall, Bull Lane, Faversham, Kent, ME13 9AH
- Tel: 07749 963087
- Website: http://www.mallardfencing.org.uk/
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Facilities Available:
* Fencing ClubAdditional Information:
* Fencers who are FANS members are welcome to fence for free at the club on a Monday evening from 6.30pm to 10pm
The Canterbury Sport & Fitness Centre
New Dover Road, Canterbury, Kent, CT1 3AJ
- Tel: 01227 811248
- Website: https://www.canterburycollege.ac.uk/public-facilities/ekc-canterbury-sports-centre/
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Facilities Available:
* Fitness Suite
* GymAdditional Information:
* Hours available - Monday to Friday from 7am to 10pm, Saturday 8am to 6pm and Sunday 8am to 4pm
* Use of the fitness suite / gym is 16+ years
* All users must complete a registration / gym waiver form
* Facilities are available for hire
Whitstable Sports Centre
Bellevue Road, Whitstable, Kent, CT5 1PX
- Tel: 01227 274394
- Website: https://www.fusion-lifestyle.com/centres/whitstable-sport-centre/
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Facilities Available:
* Sports Hall
* Fitness Suite
* GymAdditional Information:
* Hours available - Monday to Friday from 8.30pm to 10.30pm & Saturday & Sunday from 8am to 8pm
* Use of the gym is 16+ years
* Peak time usage is available free of charge if facility is not being used
* Facilities cannot be booked in advance
Whitstable Swimming Pool
Tower Parade, Whitstable, Kent, CT5 2BJ
- Tel: 01227 772442
- Website: https://www.fusion-lifestyle.com/centres/whitstable-swimming-pool/
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Facilities Available:
* Swimming Pool
* Fitness Suite
* GymAdditional Information:
* Please contact the centre for details of off-peak hours
* Use of the gym is 16+ years
* Facilities cannot be booked in advance
* Please contact the sports centre for any further conditions on use of the facilities
Dartford Area
Becket Sports Centre
Shepherds Lane, Dartford, Kent, DA1 2JB
- Tel: 01322 291101
- Email: themickjaggercentre@dartfordgrammarschool.org.uk
- Website: https://www.themickjaggercentre.com/Becket-Sports-Centre/
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Facilities Available:
* Sports Hall (book via The Mick Jagger Centre)Additional Information:
* Sports Hall ~ only evenings and weekend entry for FANS members
* Very limited availability, so please ensure you call before turning up
* Facilities can be booked 1 day in advance
Fairfield Pool & Leisure Centre
Lowfield Street Dartford Kent, DA1 1JB
- Tel: 01444 221052
- Email: placesleisure@harlandsgroup.co.uk
- Website: https://www.placesleisure.org/centres/fairfield-leisure
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Facilities Available:
* Swimming Pool
* Fitness Suite
* GymAdditional Information:
* Hours available - Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm and all weekend
* Please contact the centre for junior gym access (11-15 years old)
* Facilities cannot be booked in advance
Swanscombe Leisure Centre
Craylands Lane, Swanscombe, Kent, DA10 0LP
- Tel: 01322 386362
- Website: https://gcll.co.uk/
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Facilities Available:
* Sports Hall
* Fitness Suite
* GymAdditional Information:
* Off-peak hours - Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm
* Gym does not have to be booked in advance
* Badminton courts must be booked in advance
* Gym entry is available for 12-15-year olds (Cardio only) Tuesday & Thursday from 3pm to 6pm and Saturday & Sunday from 12pm to 4pm
Dover Area
Tides Leisure Centre, currently being run by Your Leisure, no longer supports the FANS Scheme. However, they currently offer an exclusive ‘Sports Foundation Talent Programme’ to support athletes, which has a renewal period of six months.
To find out more, please visit the Your Leisure Sports Foundation webpage.
Aylesham Welfare Leisure Centre
Spinney Lane, Aylesham, Canterbury, Kent, CT3 3BE
- Tel: 01304 840661
- Website: https://www.ayleshamwlc.org/
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Facilities Available:
* Fitness Suite
* Gym
* Synthetic Turf PitchAdditional Information:
* Please contact the centre directly for details of off-peak hours
* Under 15’s not allowed use of gym
* Teen gym (12-15-year olds) available from 4pm to 7pm
* Facilities can be booked on day of usage
BayPoint Club
Ramsgate Road, Sandwich, Kent, CT13 9QL
- Tel: 01304 613022
- Email: hello@baypoint-club.co.uk
- Website: https://www.wearebaypoint.co.uk/
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Facilities Available:
* Sport Hall
* Fitness Suite
* Gym
* Synthetic Turf Pitch
* Tennis Courts
* Grass Pitches
* Spin Studio
* Steam Room & SaunaAdditional Information:
* Off-peak hours - Monday to Friday from 6.30am to 4pm
* Use of the fitness suite/gym is 18+ years
* Facilities can be booked on day of usage if available and up to 3 days in advance
Dover Leisure Centre
Fitness Fields, Whitecliffs Business Park, Whitfield, Dover, Kent, CT16 3FH
- Tel: 01444 221052
- Email: placesleisure@harlandsgroup.co.uk
- Website: https://www.placesleisure.org/centres/dover-district-leisure-centre/
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Facilities Available:
* Sports Hall
* Swimming Pool
* Fitness Suite
* GymAdditional Information:
* Off-peak hours - Monday to Sunday from 9am to 5pm
* Under 16’s not allowed use of gym without qualified supervision from a coach or parent
Sandwich Leisure Centre
Deal Road, Sandwich, Kent, CT13 0BU
- Tel: 01304 614947
- Email: sandwichenquiries@freedom-leisure.co.uk
- Website: https://www.freedom-leisure.co.uk/centres/sandwich-leisure-centre/
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Facilities Available:
* Sports Hall
* Squash Courts
* Fitness Suite
* Gym
* Synthetic Turf PitchAdditional Information:
* Please contact the centre for details of off-peak hours
* All users must undertake gym induction
Folkestone & Hythe Area
Hythe Swimming Pool
36 South Road Hythe, Nr Folkestone Kent, CT21 6AR
- Tel: 01303 269177
- Email: hythe.pool@folkestone-hythe.gov.uk
- Website: https://www.folkestone-hythe.gov.uk/sports-leisure/opening-times-prices-hythe-pool
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Facilities Available:
* Swimming Pool
* Fitness Suite
* GymAdditional Information:
* Please contact the centre for details of off-peak hours
* Contact gym manager to arrange gym induction
* Please contact the centre for any conditions on use of the facilities
The Marsh Academy Leisure Centre
Station Road, New Romney, Kent, TN28 8BB
- Tel: 01797 369200
- Email: leisure@marshacademy.org.uk
- Website: https://www.marshacademy.org.uk/601/home-2
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Facilities Available:
* Sports Hall
* Squash Courts
* Fitness Suite
* Gym
* Floodlit Hard Court
* Multi Sports Area
* Dance StudioAdditional Information:
* Please contact the centre for details of when the facilities can be accessed (individual negotiation)
* Facilities can be booked up to 1 day in advance
Gravesham Area
Cascades Leisure Centre
Thong Lane, Gravesend, Kent, DA12 4LG
- Tel: 01474 337281
- Website: https://gcll.co.uk/cascades-new-page/
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Facilities Available:
* Sports Hall
* Swimming Pool
* Squash Courts
* Fitness Suite
* Gym
* Aerobic Classes 16+
* Dance StudioAdditional Information:
* Please contact the centre for details of off-peak opening hours
* Only 18+ years in the Fitness Suite
* Gym entry is available for 12 to 15 year olds (Cardio only) during the following hours:
- Mondays and Fridays from 3pm to 6pm
- Saturdays and Sundays from 9am to 6pm
- After 6pm Monday to Friday provided they are accompanied by an adult
- After 6pm Sundays provided they are accompanied by an adult
* Facilities can be booked up to 7 days in advance on production of the membership card
Cyclopark
The Tollgate, Watling Street, Gravesend, Kent, DA11 7NP
- Tel: 01474 831400
- Email: reception@cyclopark.com
- Website: https://www.cyclopark.com/
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Facilities Available:
* Cycle Circuit
* MTB TrailsAdditional Information:
* Off-peak hours - Monday to Friday from 10am to 4pm (last entry 4pm)
* Facility can be booked in advance subject to space (Space can be shared during public sessions rather than book exclusive use)
* FANS card holders must contact the venue ahead of arrival in order to request access to the facilities
* Please contact the centre for further details
Cygnet Leisure Centre
Old Perry Street, Northfleet, Gravesend, Kent, DA11 8BU
- Tel: 01474 337485
- Website: https://gcll.co.uk/cygnet-new-page/
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Facilities Available:
* Sports Hall
* Swimming Pool
* Squash Courts
* Fitness Suite
* Gym
* Dance StudioAdditional Information:
* Please contact the centre for details of opening hours
* Over 18 years only in the Fitness Suite
* Please contact the sports centre for any further conditions on use of the facilities
Meopham Fitness & Tennis Centre
Wrotham Road, Meopham, Kent, DA13 0AH
- Tel: 01474 814199
- Email: info@meophamleisure.org
- Website: https://www.meophamleisure.org/
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Facilities Available:
* Fitness Suite
* GymAdditional Information:
* Off-peak hours - Monday to Friday from 6.30am to 5pm
- Saturday from 7.30am to 6pm & Sunday from 8.30am to 8pm
* Use of the gym is 14 years+
* Facilities cannot be booked in advance
* Please contact the sports centre for any further conditions on use of the facilities
Maidstone Area
Activate Body & Soul – Lenham School
Lenham School, Ham Lane, Lenham, Maidstone, Kent, ME17 2QJ
- Tel: 01622 853750
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Facilities Available:
* Sports Hall
* Fitness Suite
* Gym
* Dance StudioAdditional Information:
* Off-peak hours - Monday to Friday from 7am to 8.30am & 7pm to 9pm and Saturday from 8am to 3pm
* Please contact the centre for any conditions on use of the facilities
* The facility is available at peak times if not being used at a reduced price
* Facility can be booked in advance
Maidstone Leisure Centre
Mote Park, Willow Way, Maidstone, Kent, ME10 1ER
- Tel: 01622 220 232
- Website: https://www.maidstoneleisure.com/
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Facilities Available:
* Sports Hall
* Swimming Pool
* Fitness Suite
* GymAdditional Information:
* Please contact the centre for details of off-peak hours
* Please contact the sports centre for any conditions on use of the facilities
* Facilities cannot be booked in advance
Medway Area
Chatham Ski & Snowboard Centre
Alpine Park, Capstone Road, Gillingham, Kent, ME7 3JH
- Tel: 01634 827979
- Email: jnl-chatham@nikegroup.co.uk
- Website: https://www.jnlchatham.co.uk/
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Facilities Available:
* Dry Ski SlopeAdditional Information:
* Please contact the centre for details of off-peak hours
* Please contact the sports centre for any conditions on use of the facilities
* FANS cards can only be used for individual open practice sessions
King’s Rochester Sports Centre
601 Maidstone Road, Rochester, Kent, ME1 3QJ
- Tel: 01634 818422
- Email: enquiries@kingssportscentre.co.uk
- Website: https://www.kingssportscentre.co.uk/
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Facilities Available:
* Sports Hall
* Fitness Suite
* Gym
* Tennis CourtAdditional Information:
* Off-peak hours - Monday to Friday from 9am to 4pm
* Please contact the sports centre for any conditions on use of the facilities
Lordswood Leisure Centre
North Dane Way, Lordswood, Chatham, Kent, ME5 8YE
- Tel: 01634 682862
- Email: comments@lordswood-leisure.co.uk
- Website: https://www.lordswood-leisure.co.uk/
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Facilities Available:
* Sports Hall
* Fitness Suite
* GymAdditional Information:
* Off-peak hours - Monday to Friday from 9.30am to 5.30pm & Saturday from 5.30pm to 10pm
* Advance booking is not available
* Peak time usage is available free of charge if facility is not being used
Sevenoaks Area
Sevenoaks Leisure Centre, White Oak Leisure Centre and Edenbridge Leisure Centre, currently being run by Everyone Active, no longer support the FANS Scheme. However, they run their own ‘Sporting Champions’ scheme, which gives talented athletes the opportunity to make use of training support and mentoring sessions to further their burgeoning careers.
To find out more, please visit the Everyone Active Sporting Champions webpage.
Sevenoaks Indoor Bowls Centre
Hollybush Lane, Sevenoak,s Kent, TN13 3UX
- Tel: 01732 451889
- Email: sevenoaksibc@live.co.uk
- Website: https://sevenoaks-indoor.bowls-club.co.uk/
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Facilities Available:
* Synthetic Artificial Pitch
* Indoor Bowls
* Tennis CourtsAdditional Information:
* Please contact the centre for details of off-peak hours
* Please contact the sports centre for any conditions on use of the facilities
White Oak Indoor Bowls Centre
Garrolds Close, Off Hilda May Avenue, Swanley, Kent, BR8 7BF
- Tel: 01322 665571
- Email: whiteoakbowlsc@aol.com
- Website: https://www.whiteoakindoorbowls.co.uk/
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Facilities Available:
* Indoor Bowls Hall
* Short Mat Bowls
* New Age Kurling
* Conference Room
* Function RoomAdditional Information:
* May to September Inclusive
* Facility can be booked up to 7 days in advance
* Children under 16 years old must be supervised at all times
Swale Area
Sheppey Leisure Complex
Off the Broadway, Sheerness, Kent, ME12 1HH
- Tel: 01795 668061
- Website: https://www.swaleleisure.com/sheppey-leisure-complex
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Facilities Available:
* Sports Hall
* Swimming Pool
* Fitness Suite
* GymAdditional Information:
* Please contact the centre for details of off-peak hours
* Please contact the sports centre for any conditions on use of the facilities
Sittingbourne Community College Sports Centre
Swanstree Avenue, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 4NL
- Tel: 01795 425825
- Email: communitysport@sittingbourne.kent.sch.uk
- Website: https://sports-facilities.co.uk/sites/view/1004555
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Facilities Available:
* Sports Hall
* 2 x Wooden Floor GymnasiumsAdditional Information:
* Please contact the centre for details of off-peak hours
* Please contact the sports centre for conditions on use of the facilities
Swallows Leisure Centre
Central Avenue, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 4NT
- Tel: 01795 420420
- Website: https://www.swaleleisure.com/swallows-leisure-centre
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Facilities Available:
* Sports Hall
* Swimming Pool
* Fitness Suite
* GymAdditional Information:
* Please contact the centre for details of off-peak hours
* Please contact the sports centre for any conditions on use of the facilities
Thanet Area
Hartsdown Leisure Centre, Ramsgate Leisure Centre and Blue Wave Pool & Gym, currently being run by Your Leisure, no longer support the FANS Scheme. However, they currently offer an exclusive ‘Sports Foundation Talent Programme’ to support athletes, which has a renewal period of six months.
To find out more, please visit the Your Leisure Sports Foundation webpage.
Manston Golf Centre
Manston Road, Manston, Kent, CT12 5BE
- Tel: 01843 590005
- Website: https://www.manstongolf.co.uk/
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Facilities Available:
* Driving Range
* 9 Hole CourseAdditional Information:
* Off-peak hours - Monday to Thursday from 9am to 5pm & Friday from 10.30am to 5pm
* 12yr olds and under must be accompanied by an adult
* Facility can be booked in advance
* 25% off coaching fees for under 18 year olds
The Royal Harbour Academy Athletics Track
The Royal Harbour Academy, Stirling Way, Ramsgate, Kent, CT12 6NB
- Tel: 01843 572500
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Facilities Available:
* Athletics TrackAdditional Information:
* Please contact the centre for details of off-peak hours
* Members cannot book the whole facility, only able to book their training session subject to conditions
Tonbridge & Malling Area
Poult Wood Golf Centre
Higham Lane, Tonbridge, Kent, TN11 9QR
- Tel: 01732 364039
- Website: https://www.tmactive.co.uk/locations/poult-wood
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Facilities Available:
* 18-hole golf course
* 9-hole short golf course
* Squash CourtsAdditional Information:
* Please contact the centre for details of off-peak hours
* The facility is available at peak times if not being used
* The facility can be booked up to 7 days in advance
Tunbridge Wells Area
Hawkenbury Astro Pitch
Hawkenbury Recreation Ground, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN2 5BU
- Tel: 01892 526121
- Email: info@tunbridgewells.gov.uk
- Website: https://tunbridgewells.gov.uk/community-and-leisure/parks-and-play-areas/hawkenbury-recreation-ground
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Facilities Available:
* Synthetic Turf PitchAdditional Information:
* Off-peak hours - Monday to Friday from 9am to 6pm
* Facility can be booked up to 3 months in advance
* Peak time usage is available free of charge if facility is not being used
Putlands Sport & Leisure Centre
Mascalls Court Road, Paddock Wood, Tonbridge, Kent, TN12 6NZ
- Tel: 01892 838290
- Website: https://www.fusion-lifestyle.com/centres/Putlands-Sports-and-Leisure-Centre/
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Facilities Available:
* Sports Hall
* Fitness Suite
* Gym
* Tennis CourtsAdditional Information:
* Please contact the centre for details of off-peak hours
* Induction is required for use of the gym
* Fitness suite – under 16s must be accompanied by an adult
Tunbridge Wells Sports & Indoor Tennis Centre
St Johns Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN4 9TX
- Tel: 01892 540744
- Website: https://www.fusion-lifestyle.com/centres/Tunbridge-Wells-Sports-Centre/
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Facilities Available:
* Sports Hall
* Swimming Pool
* Squash Courts
* Fitness Suite
* Gym
* 2x Dance Studios
* 4x Indoor Tennis CourtsAdditional Information:
* Please contact the centre for details of off-peak hours
* Induction is required for use of the gym
* Racket sports specific to FANS members sport only
Weald Sports Centre
Angley Road, Cranbrook, Kent, TN17 2PN
- Tel: 01580 710720
- Website: https://www.fusion-lifestyle.com/centres/The-Weald-Sports-Centre/
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Facilities Available:
* Sports Hall
* Swimming Pool
* Fitness Suite
* Gym
* Dance StudioAdditional Information:
* Please contact the centre for details of off-peak hours
* Induction is required for use of the gym
FANS Facilities List – Updated November 2023