welcome to
Clay Cross Active
Opening 2025
We’re giving you more…
We are investing a massive £29m in our leisure centres, to improve facilities for residents of all ages and make them more financially and environmentally sustainable.
Works are underway to replace Sharley Park Leisure Centre with a brand new community hub, comprising of a leisure centre, health provision and support services. For more information on the progress please visit our microsite.
Fitness
Do more of what you love in our brand new 100 station fitness suite and enjoy a huge range of group exercise classes, including indoor cycling classes in our brand new spin studio. We will also be offering a wide range of Les Mills Virtual classes.
Swimming
Achieve more lengths in our brand new 25m swimming pool, bring your little ones for a splash in our smaller pool or enrol in our swimming lesson programme. Accessible changing facilities also available.
Wellness
Just a helping hand to get started. Our exercise referral programme and forever active activities are ideal for those who are new or returning to exercise. Plus, discover our wellness suite with power-assisted equipment suitable for all.
Sport
Get involved in more sports at Clay Cross with our brand new sports hall including 4 badminton courts, plus we offer a multi-purpose room for community activities.
Kids
More fun with friends! Bring your little ones for an adventure in our Pirate Play or rise to the challenge in our brand new TAG active arena. We also offer kids parties and a range of holiday activities.
Community
Visit our Cafe for more socialising or to watch swimming lessons from the viewing gallery. Citizens Advice provides drop-in sessions on a daily basis plus pre-booked appointments for clients.
Just get involved
To take part in activity, simply book online or via the Just Do More app. For unlimited access to our fitness facilities, join as a member with a range of affordable options to choose from.

Where to Find Us
BETTER WAYS OF TRAVEL
With a new facility on the way comes improved methods of transport. From opening its doors early summer 2025, Clay Cross Active will feature:
- Bike Racks able to hold 24 bikes
- 5 Electric Car Charging Spaces
- 6 Car Share Parking Spaces
- 10 Parent and Toddler Parking Spaces
- 11 Disabled Parking Spaces
- And 119 regular Parking Spaces
Not to mention access to bus routes from Market Street to and from your local area as well as links to walk from the park just Southeast of the centre.