December 2025 - Elswick Pool and Gym

Christmas Giveaway

by Larisa Sucan | Dec 16, 2025 | Events

Christmas Giveaway Time!

We’re spreading festive cheer with another amazing giveaway, running on both Facebook and Instagram — and you won’t want to miss this!

To enter, simply:

Follow our page

Like this post

Tag 3 friends in the comments

We’re excited to have partnered with two fantastic local businesses to bring you some truly special prizes!

1st Place: A block of 10 consecutive group swimming lessons (child or adult) with us

2nd Place: A free scuba diving session for 2 from our friends at Divecor

3rd Place: A £30 floral arrangement voucher from the talented Elif at Blossom Boutique

Entries close on December 25th

Winners announced on December 26th

Good luck, and get tagging!

#ElswickPoolAndGym #ChristmasGiveaway #FestiveFun #Divecor #BlossomBoutique #SupportLocal #HolidayCheer #CommunityGiveaway

NEW Sunday Swimming Lessons

by Larisa Sucan | Dec 16, 2025 | News

Big News!

Starting 2026, we’re adding Sunday morning swimming lessons to our programme!

Every Sunday | 9:00–12:00

Stages available: 1-7

1–1 private sessions also offered

Bookings are already open, so grab your spot now through our booking platform:

https://elswickcommunity.courseprogress.co.uk/online…/home

We can’t wait to welcome even more swimmers into our lessons!

#ElswickPoolAndGym #SwimLessons #LearnToSwim #NewcastleSwim #KidsActivities

Child Christmas Swim Membership

by Larisa Sucan | Dec 16, 2025 | Events

Amazing Child Christmas Swim Membership!

Give your little ones the best holiday fun with unlimited access to the swimming pool between 20th December and 4th January for only £10!

Remember to check our timetable for public, family and inflatable swim sessions where children are allowed.

Sign up before December 19th — registration only available at reception.

Perfect for keeping the kids active and festive this holiday season!

#ElswickCommunityPool #ChristmasSwim #KidsSwim #HolidayActivities #NewcastleCommunity

Spread Kindness and Generosity this Christmas

by Larisa Sucan | Dec 16, 2025 | Events

Spread kindness and generosity this Christmas

This year, you can help someone in our community enjoy a swim during the holidays.

Simply purchase a swim voucher — £3 for a child or £5 for an adult — and we’ll donate all collected vouchers to a local charity once the holiday period ends.

Let’s make a splash of kindness together!

#ElswickPoolAndGym #CommunityKindness #ChristmasGiving #SupportLocal #SpreadJoy #FestiveSeason

Christmas Festival

by Larisa Sucan | Dec 1, 2025 | Events

You’re Invited to Our Christmas Festival!

Join us on Saturday, 13th December, 10am – 3pm for a magical festive day at Elswick Community Pool & Gym!

Bring your friends, bring your family—bring everyone for a day full of:

Games

Arts & crafts

Stalls

Wreath making (£5 per person)

Henna tattooing

Plus… Santa is coming to visit us!

We’ll also be running a raffle with fantastic prizes — just £1 per ticket!

Entry is FREE, so come along and celebrate the season with us!
To book your wreath-making spot, email rashida.ahmed@elswickpool.co.uk

#ChristmasFestival #ElswickPoolAndGym#FestiveFun #HolidayMagic#NewcastleEvents #CommunityFun

Make Your Own Shining Star Lantern!

by Larisa Sucan | Dec 1, 2025 | Events

Make Your Own Shining Star Lantern!

Join us at Elswick Community Pool & Gym for a magical creative workshop led by artists from Moving Parts Arts!

You’ll learn how to craft your very own light-up star lantern using willow wood — perfect for children aged 6+, teens, and accompanying adults.

2 FREE sessions available (booking essential!):
Monday 8th Dec — 4:00–6:00pm
Tuesday 9th Dec — 1:00–3:00pm

Food will be provided at each session.
Please note: Each person making a star — including adults — must book an individual ticket.
You can see an example star lantern on display in our foyer!

Once your lantern is complete, you’re invited to join the Star Procession at Enchanted City — a brand-new Winter Festival bursting with art and unique experiences.
Sunday 14th December, Northumbria University
3pm–6pm
Free festival tickets included + travel support from the Elswick/Benwell area.

Don’t miss out — spaces are limited!
Sign up here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/shining-star-lantern-making-workshops-tickets-1856434167569?fbclid=IwY2xjawOariNleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETBWRmRyNnFEQXZGdkMzZXdhc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHuTGcguxF4mrfZapyOCV7SnUELK33C-dbxa9ztr-8gEI88442eAAJ6oBwT36_aem_97teft-7FHKf8Skap7KfiA