Didcot Wave Leisure Centre

Description

Didcot Wave Leisure Centre is a popular family-friendly venue offering a mix of fun water activities and modern fitness facilities. It features a 25-metre swimming pool with exciting additions like a wave machine, flume ride and beach area, making it ideal for both leisure and learning. The centre also includes a well-equipped 50-station gym and a wide choice of fitness classes for all ages and abilities.

Visitors can enjoy swimming sessions in the main pool, complete with waves, a slide and warm water kept between 28–31°C. The gym offers a full range of cardiovascular machines, resistance equipment, free weights and stretching areas. Fitness classes cater to the whole community, from high-energy workouts to strength and conditioning sessions.

Prices vary by age and membership, with adult swimming from £6.80 (non-member) and junior swimming from £4.30. Gym sessions start at £15.00 for non-members, with concessions and PAYG options available. Parties are also offered, including Swimming Pool Parties, Bouncy Castle Parties (£235) and Sports Parties (£150).

Overall, Didcot Wave Leisure Centre is a great place for family outings, fitness training or relaxed fun in the water. The mix of leisure features, warm atmosphere and flexible pricing makes it suitable for regular visits or special celebrations. Its friendly team and accessible facilities ensure an enjoyable experience for visitors of all ages.

Features

  • Paid
  • Host birthday parties: Yes

Features

  • Gym: Our fully equipped, air-conditioned gym offers a range of fitness equipment for everyone. Our members can choose from cardiovascular machines such as treadmills and rowers, resistance equipment including free weights and dedicated stretching areas and fitness aids.
  • Swimming Pool: The 25m main pool can have up to 6 lanes in it which makes it perfect to offer various sessions at the same time. The pool also offers a beach area, which is great for ease of access and for children. Alongside the beach area there is also a wave machine and a water slide for that extra bit of fun! The pool is kept between 28-31 degrees Celsius. 

Facilities

  • Parking: Parking available.
  • Toilets: Toilet with changing places available. 

Price

Price: Paid

Price Details

Swimming

  • Adult: Non-Member £6.80 / Pay-As-You-Go Member £4.80 / Concession £3.45 
  • Junior (3–15 yrs): Non-Member £4.30 / Pay-As-You-Go Member £3.10 / Concession £2.30 
  • Senior (66+ yrs): Non-Member £4.30 / Pay-As-You-Go Member £3.10 / Concession £2.30 

Family Fun Swim

  • Adult: £8.50 
  • Child: £7.20 

Gym

  • Adult: Non-Member £15.00 / Pay-As-You-Go Member £10.50 / Concession £7.50 
  • Junior: Non-Member £10.50 / Pay-As-You-Go Member £7.50 / Concession £5.35
  • Gym Induction: Non-Member £20.00 / Pay-As-You-Go Member £15.00 / Concession £10.00

Fitness Classes

  • Adult: Non-Member £15.00 / Pay-As-You-Go Member £10.50 / Concession £7.50 
  • Water Workout: Non-Member £10.40 / Pay-As-You-Go Member £7.25 / Concession £5.20

Membership

  • Better Health Partnership: £57.50 per month. Access to gym, swimming, fitness classes, health suite.
  • Better Health Centre: £44.00 per month. Access to gym, swimming, fitness classes. 
  • Better Health UK: £72.00 per month. Access to gym, swimming, fitness classes, health suite, Racquets (1 Court per week).
  • Better Swim UK: £42.00 per month. Access to swim at over 140 indoor pools & outdoor lidos.
  • Better Student UK: £42.00 per month. Access to gym, swimming, fitness classes, health suite at all better centres across the uk.
  • Better Health Partnership Concessionary (Off Peak): £41.50 per month. Access to gym, swimming, fitness classes, health suite.
  • Visit the website for more information.

Pricing URL: https://www.better.org.uk/leisure-centre/south-oxfordshire/didcot-wave-leisure-pool/prices

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: Yes

Birthday Party Details

  • SWIMMING POOL PARTIES: Dive into the fun with an unforgettable pool party experience for all ages! Enjoy one hour of exclusive use of our pool, complete with the thrilling Flume and awesome Wave Machine — perfect for a celebration that everyone will love. After your splash session, enjoy 45 minutes in our party seating area — ideal for relaxing, singing “Happy Birthday,” and sharing your own food and cake (please note: food is not provided, but you’re welcome to bring your own). 
  • BOUNCY CASTLE PARTIES: Looking to celebrate a birthday with a burst of fun and energy? Our Soft Play Parties at Didcot Leisure Centre are perfect for children aged 3 to 12 years! Let the kids jump, climb, and play to their hearts’ content with our bouncy castle and a range of soft play equipment — the ultimate setup for a fun-filled celebration. 120 minutes of playtime in the Sports Hall with a fantastic inflatable setup. Party tables and chairs provided and arranged in the Sports Hall. Party Package – £235
  • SPORTS PARTIES: At Didcot Leisure Centre, we believe that on your special day, anything is possible! Whether your dream is to be Cristiano Ronaldo scoring the winning goal, smashing the shuttlecock in badminton, or sinking the final shot in basketball, we’ll make it happen. Bring your friends, mix it up, and get ready for an hour of non-stop sports fun followed by 45 minutes of party time in your very own private party room. £150 total

Visit the website for more information.

  • Mon-Fri: 06:30 - 22:00
  • Sat-Sun: 07:00 - 17:00

Address: Didcot Wave & Gym, Newlands Avenue, Didcot, UK

Post Code: OX11 8NX

Council: South Oxfordshire

County: Oxfordshire

  • Car parking with Bike storage available
  • By Train: Didcot Parkway

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