Six Shropshire leisure centres to offer free access on National Fitness Day
Six Shropshire leisure centres are encouraging local people to get active this National Fitness Day by offering free access on Wednesday 16 September 2026.
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Visitors will be able to access a range of facilities and activities at Whitchurch Swimming & Fitness Centre, Market Drayton, Oswestry Leisure Centre, Shrewsbury Sports Village, The Quarry Swimming & Fitness Centre and SpArC Bishop’s Castle.
Rhys Collins, Contract Manager for Shropshire Community Leisure Trust, which operates the centres in partnership with Serco Leisure, said:
“National Fitness Day is a fantastic opportunity to open the doors of our leisure centres and encourage more people to get moving.
We want to make physical activity accessible and enjoyable for everyone, giving people the chance to try something new, discover what’s available on their doorstep and take the first step towards a healthier lifestyle.
“Whether it’s a workout in the gym, a swim, a fitness class or an activity with family and friends, there are plenty of ways to get involved. We’re looking forward to welcoming people into our centres and helping them find activities they enjoy.”
Sarah Marston, Shropshire Council’s portfolio holder for communities and environment said:
“National Fitness Day is a great opportunity for people to get active, improve their wellbeing and see what’s on offer at their local leisure centre. I’m delighted that residents across Shropshire can enjoy free access to our facilities and activities, and I encourage anyone who can to come along and give it a try.”
National Fitness Day is an annual campaign led by ukactive that encourages people across the country to get active and highlights the physical, mental and social benefits of regular activity.
The free access offer is available on Wednesday 16 September only. For full details of available activities and how to take part, visit:
For further information, please contact:
Alan Mitchell – Communications Manager
07764 333 639
Notes to editors:
About Shropshire Community Leisure Trust
Shropshire Community Leisure Trust manages the Whitchurch Swimming Centre, SpArC Bishops Castle Leisure Centre, Market Drayton Swimming Pool, Oswestry Leisure Centre, Shrewsbury Sports Village and The Quarry Swimming Pools.
Our vision is the creation and maintenance of a first-class range of healthy leisure and recreational activities and facilities to serve all parts of the communities in the areas we serve.
We work in partnership with the community and all relevant bodies including but not restricted to existing providers of relevant leisure and recreational activities, the Local and Parish Councils, County and Town Councils and potential funding partners. For more information, visit our website: Shropshire Community Leisure Trust
About Serco Leisure
Our vision is to help our customers make more of every day. We run gyms, swimming pools, event venues and National Sports Centres, including Bisham Abbey, Lilleshall and the National Water Sports Centre at Holme Pierrepont Country Park. For more information about the company, visit its webpage: https://www.serco.com/uk/sector-expertise/citizen-services/leisure-services
