Springs Pool Closure FAQs
Q, When will the swimming pool at Springs Leisure Centre close?
A. The swimming pool will be closed from Friday 17th March 2023.
Q. How long will the swimming pool at Springs Leisure Centre be closed for?
A. The swimming pool will be closed from Monday 19th March and will be closed for approximately 4 weeks; we are planning to reopen the pool on Monday 17th April.
Q. Is it just the swimming pool that will be closed?
A. The planned maintenance work only requires the pool hall to be closed. Customers can still enjoy access to the gym, fitness classes and sports hall. Due to the maintenance work, there will be no hot water in the venue during this time and some customer areas including the changing rooms and dance studio will be without heating. Showers will be unavailable during the maintenance work period.
Q. Where can I swim whilst the pool at Springs Leisure Centre is closed?
A. Swimming is available at Concord Sports Centre, Heeley Swimming Pool, Ponds Forge and Westfield Sports Centre. All our venues offer a variety of sessions including lane swimming, just swim, ladies only and splash sessions.
You can view our timetables at https://www.sheffieldcitytrust.org/venues
Q. What maintenance work is being completed?
A. The planned maintenance work is the management of asbestos in non-customer area. The works requires the boilers and water pumps to be turned off, resulting in the pool needing to close
Q. Do I need to worry about asbestos exposure?
A. No, there is no risk to our customers. The maintenance work is being carried out in an area not open to the public. Asbestos does not pose a health risk if it is managed. The venue is regularly inspected, and our asbestos management plan is frequently reviewed by external specialists.
Q. Where can I attend Aqua classes whilst the pool at Springs Leisure Centre is closed?
A. Aqua classes are available at Concord Sports Centre and Ponds Forge. You can view the timetable at https://www.sheffieldcitytrust.org/venues
Q. Will my membership fee be reduced following the closure of the swimming pools at Springs Leisure Centre?
A. Our fitness memberships include swimming at all venues as standard. Whilst swimming won’t be available at Springs Leisure Centre during the maintenance work, you will be able to swim at our other venues as part of your membership and therefore, your membership fee will not be reduced.
Q. I only use swimming at Springs Leisure Centre and I’m not interested in using another venue, what are my options?
A. Members will have the option to freeze their membership free of charge due to the pool closure. This freeze will cover the duration of the maintenance work from the pool closure date. All memberships will automatically reactivate as the pool reopens.To freeze your membership click here and complete our online form.