1 / 2The Sir Doug Ellis Woodcock Sports Centre
📍 Birmingham, West Midlands
University sports centre on Aston University campus with a historic 1902 swimming pool at 1.8m depth, modern gym, sauna, steam room, and racket sports courts. Memberships available through Sport Aston.
I have been going to this leisure center for a few months now and i love it! I am able to go to the gym which is rarely crowded, go for a swim in the lovely clean pool, and end my day with a lovely sauna. The staff are always lovely and welcoming and I would definitely recommend this gym. Makes working out a pleasure here, also is always very clean in the gym!
🏆 Family Action Verdict
Best suited to families seeking affordable access to a clean historic pool with gym and sauna facilities alongside swimming. The 1.8-metre pool depth requires close supervision for children — this is not a shallow learner pool. Staff are consistently praised for helpfulness and the facilities are well-maintained.
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💬 What Families Are Saying
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Sienna Jaclyn
a year ago
“I have been going to this leisure center for a few months now and i love it! I am able to go to the gym which is rarely crowded, go for a swim in the lovely clean pool, and end my day with a lovely sauna. The staff are always lovely and welcoming and I would definitely recommend this gym. Makes working out a pleasure here, also is always very clean in the gym!”
Kazi
5 months ago
“Very good gym, swimming pool, sauna and steam room facilities. Gym membership is great value for money. Only issue is parking however you can buy a parking permit for the year and park at the near by car park.”
Ilyaz Beck
2 years ago
“Pool built in 1902 so far so good, kept original architecture that makes it historical, helpful staff and 5 star for steam rooms. Pool depth 1.8 meters, lifeguard observe. Single entrance for adult 5£.”
esta i
10 months ago
“I’m reviewing the badminton court only. The first time here is fine. Today was my second time here and indoor temperature was really high for badminton. My friends and I were really uncomfortable about warm temperatures indoor.”
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Overview
The Sir Doug Ellis Woodcock Sports Centre on Aston University campus has operated its swimming pool since 1902, preserving the original pool architecture. The 25-metre pool runs at 1.8 metres depth with lifeguard supervision. Alongside the pool, the centre offers a gym, sauna, steam room, yoga studios, and courts for racket sports. Sport Aston memberships cover swimming and gym access. A nearby car park is accessible via an annual permit to reduce daily costs.
