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October Half Term holiday activities
Oct 12 2022
Need some entertainment during the school holidays this October?
We have lots of fun activities on offer across our Active Nottingham leisure centres. See below what is happening:
Clifton Leisure Centre: 17-28 October 2022
Swimming
- Monday to Friday: 10.30 am to 11.15 am – Swim for Fun with Flume in the leisure pool
- Monday to Thursday: 1.30 pm to 2.15 pm – Swim for Fun in the main pool
- Monday to Thursday: 2.30 pm to 3.15 pm – Swim for Fun with Flume in the leisure pool
Pre-booking is required for both the Swim for Fun and Swim for Fun with Flume sessions. Bookings can be made up to 7 days in advance via the Active Nottingham app or here. Timings are subject to change without prior notice. Please ensure you check the Active Nottingham app or timetable in advance for the most up-to-date timings.
Little Treasures Soft Play
A two-story play frame packed full of challenges for your child. Pirates and princesses can explore the Octopus lair and the fun hanging features of the biff snakes – a unique and challenging under-the-sea adventure. Suitable for toddlers as well as children, with different designated areas to keep everyone on the hunt for treasure!
Little Treasures is open Monday to Friday 9am – 6pm and weekends from 9am – 3pm.
Pre-booking is required. Bookings can be made up to 7 days in advance via the Active Nottingham app or here. Timings are subject to change without prior notice. Please ensure you check the Active Nottingham app or timetable in advance for the most up-to-date timings.
Birthday Parties
Don’t forget, Clifton has recently upgraded its party room to make your child’s birthday extra special. They have a range of children’s party packages available, perfect for any celebrations you might be having.
Ken Martin Leisure Centre:
Pool Parties
Join us by the pool this half-term and dream of sunnier climates. Come along to Ken Martin and enjoy music by the pool and splash about with our inflatables.
When are the pool parties? Every weekday during the October half-term – 17 – 28 October 2022. Session times:
- Monday 17/24 October: 1.30-2.30pm
- Tuesday 18/25 October: 1.30-2.30pm
- Wednesday 19/26 October: 1.30-2.30pm
- Thursday 20/27 October: 1.30-2.30pm
- Friday 21/28 October: 1.30-2.30pm
Swimming: Tuesday 18 to Friday 28 October 2022
- Tuesday to Friday: 10am to 11 am – Swim for Fun
Pre-booking is required for both the pool party and Swim for Fun sessions. Bookings can be made up to 7 days in advance via the Active Nottingham app or here. So grab your swimming clothes, get booking and we’ll see you by the pool. Timings are subject to change without prior notice. Please ensure you check the Active Nottingham app or timetable in advance for the most up-to-date timings.
Harvey Hadden Sports Village: 17 – 28 October 2022
Pool Parties
Join us by the pool this October Half Term with friends and family and splash about with our pool inflatables.
When are the pool parties? Monday to Friday, between 17 and 28 October. Session times:
Week commencing 17 October 2022:
| Monday 17 October Pool depth - 1.24m | Tuesday 18 October Pool depth - 0.96m | Wednesday 19 October Pool depth - 0.96m | Thursday 20 October Pool depth - 1.24m | Friday 21 October Pool depth - 1.24m |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.15-2.15pm | 1.30-2.30pm | 1.30-2.30pm | 1.15-2.15pm | 9.30-10.30am |
| 2.30-3.30pm | 2.30-3.30pm | 2.30-3.30pm | 2.30-3.30pm | 10.30-11.30am |
| 11.30-12.30pm | ||||
| 1-2pm | ||||
| 2-3pm |
Week commencing 24 October 2022:
| Monday 24 October Pool depth - 1.24m | Tuesday 25 October Pool depth - 0.96m | Wednesday 26 October Pool depth - 0.96m | Thursday 27 October Pool depth - 1.24m | Friday 28 October Pool depth - 1.24m |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9.30-10.30am | 1.30-2.30pm | 1.30-2.30pm | 1.15-2.15pm | 9.30-10.30am |
| 10.30-11.30am | 2.30-3.30pm | 2.30-3.30pm | 2.30-3.30pm | 10.30-11.30am |
| 11.30-12.30pm | 11.30-12.30pm | |||
| 1-2pm | 1-2pm | |||
| 2-3pm | 2-3pm |
Rollerblading
Rollerblading is a fun activity for both children and adults to enjoy. Over time it will help to develop agility, balance, coordination and speed. Rollerblades and safety equipment will be provided – but feel free to bring your own rollerblades if you have them!
Currently available at Harvey Hadden Sports Village, Cycle Circuit every Tuesday.
Pre-booking is required for all pool parties and rollerblading sessions. Bookings can be made up to 7 days in advance via the Active Nottingham app or here. Timings are subject to change without prior notice. Please ensure you check the Active Nottingham app or timetable in advance for the most up-to-date timings.
Southglade Leisure Centre: 17 – 28 October 2022
Pool Parties
Join us by the pool this October half-term with friends and family and splash about with our inflatables.
When are the pool parties? Every Tuesday and Thursday, between 17 and 28 October. Session times:
- 1.15 pm – 2.15 pm
- 2.30 pm – 3.30 pm
Pre-booking is required. Bookings can be made up to 7 days in advance. Timings are subject to change without prior notice. Please ensure you check the Active Nottingham app or timetable in advance for the most up-to-date timings.
Swim for Fun with Flume
A great way to work on your swimming skills whilst enjoying our great flume ride! (Height restrictions apply – 1.2meters minimum, single riders only).
When are the Swim for Fun with Flume sessions? Session times are listed below, including Pool Party times:
| Monday 13 February | Tuesday 14 February | Wednesday 15 February | Thursday 16 February | Friday 17 February |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.15-2.15pm Swim for Fun with Flume | 10.30-11.30am Swim for Fun with Flume | 10.30-11.30am Swim for Fun with Flume | 1.15-2.15pm Pool Party | 1.15-2.15pm Swim for Fun with Flume |
| 2.30-3.30pm Swim for Fun with Flume | 1.15-2.15pm Pool Party | 1.15-2.15pm Swim for Fun with Flume | 2.30-3.30pm Pool Party | 2.30-3.30pm Swim for Fun with Flume |
| 2.30-3.30pm Pool Party | 2.30-3.30pm Swim for Fun with Flume | |||
Pre-booking is required. Bookings can be made up to 7 days in advance. Timings are subject to change without prior notice. Please ensure you check the Active Nottingham app or timetable in advance for the most up-to-date timings.
Victoria Leisure Centre: 17 – 28 October 2022
Join friends and family at Victoria Leisure Centre this October Half Term with their Swim for Fun sessions.
| Monday 17 & 24 October | Tuesday 18 & 25 October | Wednesday 19 & 26 October | Friday 28 October |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12.15-1.15pm Swim for Fun (small pool) | 1.30-2.30pm Swim for Fun (main pool) | 9.30-10.30am Swim for Fun (small pool) | 10-11am Swim for Fun (small pool) |
| 1.30-2.30pm Swim for Fun (main pool) |
Pre-booking is required. Bookings can be made up to 7 days in advance. Timings are subject to change without prior notice. Please ensure you check the Active Nottingham app or timetable in advance for the most up-to-date timings.
Djanogly Community Leisure Centre: 17 – 30 October 2022
Join friends and family at Djanogly Community Leisure Centre this October Half Term for their Swim for Fun, Swim for All and Splash About sessions.
| Mondays 17 & 24 October | Tuesday 18 & 25 October | Wednesday 19 & 26 October | Thursday 20 & 27 October | Friday 21 & 28 October | Saturday 22 & 29 October | Sunday 23 & 30 October |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10-11am, 2.30-3.15pm Swim for All | 8.15-9am, 10-10.45am, 2.30-3.15pm, 4.15-5pm Swim for All | 1.30-2.15pm Swim for Fun | 1.30-2.15pm Swim for Fun | 8.15-9am, 2.30-3.15pm, 6-7pm Swim for All | 2.15-3pm Swim for Fun | 1-1.45pm Swim for Fun |
| 1.30-2.15pm Swim for Fun | 11-11.45am, 1.30-2.15pm Swim for Fun | 2.30-3.15pm Swim for All | 8.15-9.15am, 2.30-3.15pm, 5.45-6.45pm, Swim for All | 1.30-2.15pm Swim for Fun | 3-3.45pm Swim for All | 2-2.45pm Swim for All |
| 10-10.45am Splash About |
Pre-booking is required. Bookings can be made up to 7 days in advance. Timings are subject to change without prior notice. Please ensure you check the Active Nottingham app or timetable in advance for the most up-to-date timings.
Booking and times:
For Little Treasures, please visit Clifton Leisure Centre or call 0115 876 1600 to book.
*Activities per site may vary and are subject to availability. Pre-booking required. Timings are subject to change without prior notice. Please ensure you check the Active Nottingham app or timetable in advance for the most up-to-date timings.