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About The Dolphin Swimming Pool

  • Dolphin is a fantastic place for everyone to get active and stay healthy! With a 60-station gym, four swimming pools, diving facilities, a sauna, and a variety of group exercise classes, there's something for everyone. The option for both pay-as-you-go and memberships makes it flexible for different needs
  • QUALITY, ACCESSIBLE FITNESS AND WELLBEING

    Poole Dolphin Leisure Centre provides everything you need for an enjoyable and active lifestyle. In addition to our modern, well-equipped gym featuring 60 stations, we offer a variety of activities in our 4 pools: a main pool, a teaching pool, and a diving pool. Here, you can take part in our award-winning swimming and diving lessons, as well as casual swim and fitness sessions. We also offer a diverse range of group fitness classes tailored to individuals of all ages and fitness levels. To enhance your relaxation, don't forget to unwind in our sauna after your workout.

    Diving Boards

    We are proud to offer the only local diving boards in the area. Whether you're looking to practice your skills or learn new ones, our facility is the perfect place for you. Come along and take advantage of this unique opportunity. Who knows? You might just become the next Tom Daley!

    4 Pools to choose from.

    Our leisure centre is a hit with kids of all ages, thanks to our four diverse pools that cater to everyone from babies to the "too cool" older kids. Here's what makes each pool special:

    Teaching Pool: Perfect for babies and toddlers, this pool helps little ones build confidence in the water in a safe and fun environment.

    Boom Pool: A 1-meter deep area that provides a secure space away from deeper waters, ideal for kids who are still gaining their swimming skills.

    Main Pool: A 25-meter pool designed for more experienced swimmers to enjoy and practice their strokes.

    Diving Boards: Our unique diving boards offer a thrilling experience for those looking for a different type of pool-based fun.

    With such a variety of options, it's no wonder kids love spending time at our leisure centre!

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    Facilities

    • Toilets iconToilets
    • Free Wifi iconFree Wifi
    • Changing Rooms iconChanging Rooms
    • Card Payments Accepted iconCard Payments Accepted
    • Pushchair Friendly iconPushchair Friendly
    • Baby Changing iconBaby Changing
    • Accessible Toilets iconAccessible Toilets
    • Onsite Parking iconOnsite Parking
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    Opening Times

    Regular Times
    • Monday, 06:30 - 21:30
    • Tuesday, 06:30 - 21:30
    • Wednesday, 06:30 - 21:30
    • Thursday, 06:30 - 21:30
    • Friday, 06:30 - 21:00
    • Saturday, 08:00 - 17:00
    • Sunday, 08:00 - 17:00

    Swimming Times will vary within the opening times, please call, check the app or website.

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    Pricing & Tickets

    General Admission
    • Child (4-17) : £4.00
    • Adult (18++) : £6.54
    • Babies and Toddlers (0-5) : Free

    Prices given are current swim prices, other facilities prices will vary.

    Book in advance for cheapest tickets

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    Plan Your Visit

    Stopwatch IconTypical visit time 1 - 2 hours

    Tick IconSuitable for Kids and Adults too

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    FAQs

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    Parking

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    Toilets

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    Family Friendly Options

    Food & Drink

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    Accessibility Information

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    Tickets & Bookings

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    Private Hire & Birthday Parties

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    Contact Details

    BCP Leisure Centre Poole Dolphin
    Kingland Rd
    Poole
    Dorset
    BH15 1TN
    England

    Pay and Display Car Park next to the Leisure Centre.

    Tel: 01202817777

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    Transport Information

    Short Walk from Poole Bus Station.

    10 minute walk from Poole Train Station.

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