A fun swim session for families with a disabled child to build water confidence. Parents/Carers must accompany their child in the pool/water and supervise them at all times. Lifeguards will be on pool side but there may be other swimmers in the pool.
Every Sunday – 2.30pm-3.30pm. During the summer holidays (3, 10, 17 & 24 August) this session will take place from 12pm to 1pm.
Please note this session will run alongside our Redbridge Holiday Mega Mix session so maybe nosier than usual.
Cost: £3.65 (children up to 18 years old) FREE for parents/carers
Pay on the day at reception. These sessions are first come, first served. Proof of your child’s disability will be required. Ratio: 1 child to 1 adult
For further details please email us.
To mark the finale of our Active Body Healthy Mind project, we turned up the rhythm with a vibrant fusion of reggae’s laid-back grooves and salsa’s high energy Latin flair.
This session took place on the 25 July and will be a celebration of Nepal by trekking through a simulation of Mount Everest.
The session featured HIIT circuits, steps and more!
A forest bathing experience at Hainault Forest where we celebrated Bhutan’s traditions and heritage, stepping into nature’s very own Temple.
Taking the time to absorb the environment, and connect with the different energies to make this a more spiritual practice. The focus was letting go of the material world and focusing solely on becoming one with nature.
Host your birthday party at Owls with one of our party packages or hire the whole centre for your special day!
Children aged 0-12 yrs can enjoy a multi-tiered soft play area providing a safe, secure and stimulating environment. There are dedicated playzones for babies, toddlers and juniors.
Car parking available at this site, payment via RingGo. No cash payments accepted.
Motorcycles can park for free if they are parked within a bay.
Vehicle entrances are located on Melbourne Road, Perth Road and Cranbrook Road.
We have 10 parks across the borough with tennis courts that are available to book during park open times.
Cost to hire the courts:
Our Walking for Health Group meets regularly at Valentines Park for more see our Walking Activities page.
We also run a range of weekly activities at Valentines such as parkrun, Dementia Walks and Talk and Tennis Coaching.
Valentines is home to a brand new outdoor gym. With 15 pieces of equipment and a total of 20 work stations it is one of the biggest in London!
Redbridge hosts a range of bowls clubs around the borough, offering tournaments and other events through membership.
To find out more about the Clementswood Bowls Club contact 020 8924 8964 / lesley.pegrum@ntlworld.com
South Park features an outdoor gym which is free to use and fun way to stay way to stay active whilst getting some fresh air.
By using the outdoor gyms frequently this will enable you to maintain/lose weight, strengthen your body, increase your fitness levels and improve mental wellbeing.
Our Walking for Health Group meets regularly at South Park. For more information visit our Walking Activities page.
The national standard for parks and open spaces in England and Wales recognises and rewards the best green spaces in the country with Green Flag Status.
South Park has retained its Green Flag Status for 2026.
Valentines Park and Hainault Forest in Redbridge have been named among the UK’s top ten parks in the 2024 People’s Choice Awards. This prestigious award recognises and celebrates parks that are clean, well-maintained, and inviting spaces for relaxation and recreation, and highlights the strong community support for Redbridge’s beloved green spaces.
Our Walking for Health Group meets regularly at Wanstead Park. For more information visit our Walking Activities page.
To find out more about the Seven Kings Bowls Club contact 020 8550 3914 / pat.fennessy@virginmedia.com
Seven Kings Park features an outdoor gym which is free to use and fun way to stay way to stay active whilst getting some fresh air.
Seven Kings Park has retained its Green Flag Status for 2026.
Ray Park features an outdoor gym which is free to use and fun way to stay way to stay active whilst getting some fresh air. By using the outdoor gyms frequently this will enable you to maintain/lose weight, strengthen your body, increase your fitness levels and improve mental wellbeing.
Did you know the park was home to a historic walled garden? Our Nature Conservation team use the outdoor space for educational and volunteer events.
Featuring a fire pit, pond and dipping platforms, mini-orchard, meadow habitat, vegetable patch, bird feeding station, and much more, schools and local community group come to learn about nature and ecology in this safe outdoor environment.
Orienteering is a great sport for runners, joggers and walkers who want to improve their navigation skills or for anyone who loves the outdoors.
Use the maps to navigate the course at your own pace, maps cost £1 and are available from the James Leal Centre café.
Are you ready to elevate your beach experience to a whole new level of excitement and activity?
Our versatile beach courts are ideal for local clubs looking for different team sport experience from volleyball to beach soccer. Please note equipment is not included in the hire fee.
Interested in booking? Please contact Loxford Leisure during opening hours.
Loxford Park features an outdoor gym which is free to use and fun way to stay way to stay active whilst getting some fresh air. By using the outdoor gyms frequently this will enable you to maintain/lose weight, strengthen your body, increase your fitness levels and improve mental wellbeing.
If you are looking to join a good friendly outdoor Club with a good social side including:
Coaching, easy parking, quizzes, fun days, a bar, coach outings
Then please give a call to Gary Cook 07703 771459 or Janet Hall 07856 655734
Hainault Rec features an outdoor gym which is free to use and fun way to stay way to stay active whilst getting some fresh air.
Join our ranger John for a Monday morning forest clean up! Help us keep our forest clean, protecting our wildlife at the same time. These litter-picking sessions run every Monday, from 10am to 12pm. We meet in the second car park of Hainault Forest.
No pre-booking or previous experience is needed; just turn up on the day. Wear some sturdy, shoes, dress for the weather and bring any drinks and snacks you’d like.
Our Walking for Health Group meets regularly at Hainault Forest for more see our Walking Activities page.
For more information on regular activities taking place at Hainault Forest, visit the Hainault Forest website.
There is no allocated parking for coaches at Hainault Forest. If you wish to bring a coach party you will need to notify the park in advance by emailing Hainaultforest@visionrcl.org.uk
Hainault Forest has retained its Green Flag Status for 2024 and has gained automatic entry into the People’s Choice Awards 2024.
We’re delighted to announce that once again made it into the top 10 in the People’s Choice Awards 2024! With this continued recognition, we’re proud to be a vibrant, accessible, and biodiverse space for all.
The newly built playground at Hainault Forest is now open for children to come and enjoy hours of fun.
The new play installations will tell the story of the site – from the beacon towers to the hermit’s hut – providing children with a range of sensory experiences and play spaces to play physically, imaginatively, and collaboratively.
All play equipment is made from natural wood taking inspiration from the surrounding Forest and its royal history as a Tudor hunting ground. The outdoor play installations complement the storytelling experience that children can discover at the indoor exhibition in the neighbouring barns. The new playground is also home to the biggest slide in Redbridge.
To find out more about the Goodmayes Bowls Club contact 020 8597 6538 / raybowler@live.co.uk
Our Walking for Health Group meets regularly at Clayhall Park for more see our Walking Activities page.
Goodmayes Park has retained its Green Flag Status for 2026 and has gained automatic entry into the People’s Choice Awards 2026.
Elmhurst Gardens has retained its Green Flag Status for 2026.
Motorcycles can park for free provided they are parked within a bay.
Clayhall Park features an outdoor gym which is free to use and fun way to stay way to stay active whilst getting some fresh air. By using the outdoor gyms frequently this will enable you to maintain/lose weight, strengthen your body, increase your fitness levels and improve mental wellbeing.
Clayhall Park has retained its Green Flag Status for 2026.
Claybury Park features an outdoor gym which is free to use and fun way to stay way to stay active whilst getting some fresh air. By using the outdoor gyms frequently this will enable you to maintain/lose weight, strengthen your body, increase your fitness levels and improve mental wellbeing.
To find out more about the Barley Bowls Club contact 01268 540 078 / martin.chissm@hotmail.com
Barkingside Rec features an outdoor gym which is free to use and fun way to stay way to stay active whilst getting some fresh air. By using the outdoor gyms frequently this will enable you to maintain/lose weight, strengthen your body, increase your fitness levels and improve mental wellbeing.
Fitness & Wellbeing Classes – Including yoga, Pilates, HIIT, and holistic wellbeing sessions designed to promote physical and mental health. Classes at alternative venues are All sessions will be available to book via the Vision app
A fully equipped gym floor with modern cardio and strength-training equipment suitable for all fitness levels.
Discover our spacious Function Hall at Ashton Playing Fields, accommodating up to 120 people. Perfect for birthdays, weddings, and more. Updated timings: Mon-Fri 6:30pm-11:30pm, weekends 1pm-11:30pm. Experience exceptional service and create unforgettable memories in our versatile venue.
Adult lessons are run at all pools, in addition Women Only lessons are held at Mayfield and Loxford Leisure Centres.
Enquire about adult swimming lessons here or drop into your nearest pool and book with our reception staff.
Whilst South Woodford Library & Gym is closed, you can now access The Gym at Redbridge Drama Centre, featuring a 31-station setup and a dedicated studio, equipped with all the relocated facilities from South Woodford Library and Gym.
We’re offering a range of membership options tailored to your needs, including a 90-day gym-only pass and inclusive memberships. The inclusive options provide access to gym, swim, and group exercise classes across all our leisure facilities: Fullwell Cross, Loxford, Mayfield, South Woodford, Wanstead, and Woodford Green.
We have lots of availability to hire our badminton courts at Wanstead Leisure Centre. Play both singles and doubles with family and friends, badminton from just £12.20 or squash for £11.
You will feel supported in our group classes, whether it’s high energy classes like Zumba and Clubbercise, or something more chilled like Yoga and Pilates. We also offer Step, Hitt, Bootcamp plus everything else in between!
Our state of the art 45 station gym is the perfect space to begin your journey back to fitness with Vision. Join our inclusive Vision membership and gain access to all of our leisure facilities.
Our inclusive membership will include unlimited access to gym, fitness classes and swim across all of our leisure centres:
*Please note swimming is only available at these centres.
Looking for a space for hire? Why not book one of our meeting rooms. We have 3 large rooms available to match all your needs.
Ages 6 to 106!
The centre offers learn to ride coaching from 6 years plus to adults. Sessions available for 1 to 1 session £40 for 1 hour or if you book for 2 participants you get a 10% discount for 1 hour £72. Sessions include a bike, helmet and instruction.
For young riders aged 2 to 5 years the centre runs Strider Balance Bike sessions to prepare them for riding without stabilisers in the future. Costs is £5 per session.
Looking to repair or service your bike? Our centre offers a full range of repair options at our centre, from quick fixes to complete services. Just bring your bike along and we’ll take care of the rest.
Basic Service £40
Full Service £70
Throughout the year we deliver coaching to all riders and abilities including Learn to Ride, Go-ride, Strider balance bikes, holiday programmes, and adapted bike usage for disabled groups schemes. We also offer school and corporate bookings.
We have a large selection of hire bikes including mountain bikes, road bikes, BMXs, children’s bikes and bikes with child seats.
We also have adapted bikes for disabled users, with various seating and control combinations. There are also trailer bikes, additional trikes, tandems and a side by side bike.
Please note: (1) At busy periods, bike hire will be limited to a maximum of two hours use. Proof of ID, address and a £50.00 deposit will be required for bike hire. (2) Bike hire will only be available to children accompanied by an adult over 18. (3) Adult is age 18 or over. Junior is age 17 or under.
Purpose built road, BMX and off road tracks for a great cycling experience in a car free environment. Perfect for family days out, casual use or an area for training.
We have lots of availability to hire our badminton courts at Mayfield Leisure Centre. Play both singles and doubles with family and friends from just £10.70.
We offer swimming lessons for children ages 3+ and follow the official Swim England Learn to Swim Framework. So whether your child is a beginner or has completed swimming lessons before, we can help!
Swimming is the perfect way to keep fit. Join our public swimming sessions throughout the week.
The swimming pool is fully accessible via a hoist.
Under 8s and non-swimmers must be accompanied in the water by a competent swimmer, aged 16 or over, on the following basis:
No children over 8 are allowed in opposite gender changing rooms.
Our state of the art 40 station gym is the perfect space to begin your journey back to fitness with Vision. Join our inclusive Vision membership and gain access to all of our leisure facilities.
The gym is located on the first floor of the building and is accessible via stairs and a lift.
We have lots of availability to hire our badminton courts at Loxford Leisure Centre. Play both singles and doubles with family and friends from just £10.70.
We offer swimming lessons for children ages 3+ and follow the official Swim England Learn to Swim Framework. So whether your child is a beginner or has completed swimming lessons before, we can help.
Swimming is the perfect way to keep fit. Join our public swimming sessions throughout the week
Throughout the year we will be offering RYA courses for children aged 8+ and adults. From beginners to those with experience we have a variety of courses available.
Courses are run throughout the year (subject to availability), and are available to book via the link below:
Adult Sailing Courses:
RYA Dinghy Level 1 Courses, one a month running April-October; RYA Level 2 Courses running in August & October
Adult Power Boat Courses:
RYA Powerboat Level 2 Course, running April-October
Throughout the year we offer sessions and RYA courses. From beginners to those with experience we have a variety of dinghies to suit your style – including our new fleet of Hartley 10s and Fusions. Courses are run throughout the year (see below), and we run weekly sessions as follows: Wednesdays (Peak season) 4.30pm to 6.00pm for children aged 8 upwards, and March-November on alternating Saturdays (all ages 8+) from 1pm to 4pm.
Throughout the year we offer sessions and Paddle UK courses. From beginners to those with experience we have a variety of craft to suit your style – including our fleets of Kayaks and Canoes. Courses can be run throughout the year (subject to availability).
Our partners at Fairlop Paddlesport operate a canoe club on Saturday mornings all year round from 10am-1pm.
During school holidays, we run popular Water sports camps to keep your kids entertained. The multi-activity week includes sailing, kayaking, canoeing, raft building, bell boating and orienteering. Ages 8+
Please note: There is no daily booking option available
6 weeks of holiday fun from Monday 27 July Monday to Friday 9:30am-4pm daily
Stand Up Paddleboarding is a fun and exciting water sport activity that will test your balance as you move through the water using a board and a paddle. You’ll use your arms while standing or kneeling to propel you and your board forward.
We run adults only sessions (18+) on Wednesday evenings between 6pm to 8pm (May to October).
Got your own board? You can pay and play when the centre is open!
Stand Up Paddleboarding is a fun and exciting water sport activity that will test your balance as you move through the water using a board and a paddle. You’ll use your arms while standing or kneeling to propel you and your board forward. We run adults only sessions (18+) on Wednesday evenings between 6pm to 8pm (May to October). Got your own board? You can pay and play when the centre is open!
Located in The Boathouse, the Lakeside Suite is the perfect venue for your event, conference or wedding. With a stunning view over the lake, this idyllic location is available for hire throughout the year
Studio 1 and Sam Ryan Studio is now open and we are exploring options to relocate some of our group exercise programme sessions. We will keep customers updated on the new locations and times.
Classes at alternative venues are available to book via the Vision app as usual.
We have an eight lane track, competition specification hammer, two long jump/triple jump pits and javelin and shot put areas. There are also high jump and pole vault facilities. We offer pay as you go access or an annual membership offering unlimited access to the track
The Function Hall at Ashton Playing Fields is capable of holding 120 people and available until 11.30pm on Fridays and Saturday. The function hall is perfect for any event, including, birthdays, christenings, weddings and anniversaries. The Meeting Room is available all day every day, and is great for coffee mornings, tutorials or meetings. Holding up to 15 people a fantastic atmosphere can be generated.
We have 3 full sized and 1 junior grass football pitches for hire at Ashton Playing Fields. These can be hired on either a seasonal or one-off basis. Please contact our team to discuss availability.
Our 2G Astro Turf pitch is perfect for a range of activities including football, hockey and more. We can also host birthday parties and school bookings.
If you are looking for gym only option then our gym at Ashton Playing Fields could be just what you need! Sign up to annual membership for just £300 or pay £30 per month for unlimited use 7 days a week.
Equipment includes:
For more information on our monthly offer please email ashton@vision-rcl.org.uk
We have an eight lane track, competition specification hammer, two long jump/triple jump pits and javelin and shot put areas. There are also high jump and pole vault facilities. We offer pay as you go access or an annual membership offering unlimited access to the track. The track is open to the public from dusk to dawn.
We now have a brand new Gym and Track membership option available. Pay £325 upfront for unlimited use 7 days a week for a whole year!
Spectator areas vary at each centre. We ask that a maximum of one adult per family use the spectator area where space is limited.
