Category Archives: Sport and leisure

Calderdale Council is supporting the legacy of the Birmingham Commonwealth Games with a number of initiatives to inspire all ages to participate in physical activity. The games, which took place in Birmingham, have created memories of sporting achievements, but these are joined by images of children learning to swim, young people representing local athletics clubs,… read more … about Supporting activities ‘United by Birmingham’>>

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Calderdale Council is introducing changes to its car parks at Todmorden Sports Centre and Brighouse Swimming Pool and Fitness Centre, to ensure that disabled parking spaces are used correctly. As an inclusive organisation, the Council is committed to enabling everyone from Calderdale’s diverse communities to access its services and facilities. Disabled parking bays at Todmorden… read more … about Access for all at Calderdale sports centres>>

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Tennis facilities at Brighouse Pool and Fitness Centre have undergone refurbishment to ensure they’re in good condition for the spring/summer ahead. As part of the many activities on offer at the Brighouse site, including gym, swim and fitness classes, visitors can also enjoy a game of tennis. There are four courts available, and sessions can… read more … about Tennis courts are game, set and match ready>>

Tennis courts at Brighouse

Members at Calderdale leisure centres are being protected from annual price increases, as the Council is freezing the cost of its monthly and annual membership.  Every April, the prices at Calderdale leisure sites are reviewed. This year, the Council is freezing its monthly and annual membership prices, as a thank you to its members, meaning… read more … about Price freeze for members at Calderdale leisure sites>>

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Work will soon begin on the exciting, new leisure centre in Halifax – with this multi-million pound investment bringing state-of-the-art facilities to the borough. Calderdale Council is investing in the development of a new leisure centre and swimming pool on the site of the existing North Bridge Leisure Centre, bringing top-class, combined facilities to Calderdale’s… read more … about Council ready to move with new leisure facility>>

Maintenance work is taking place at Brighouse and Sowerby Bridge swimming pools to ensure the best water quality for customers. During the week beginning Monday 21 February, the sand filter system is being replaced at Brighouse and Sowerby Bridge pools. This will require the closure of the teaching pool from Monday 21 to Wednesday 23… read more … about Amended swimming timetables for essential maintenance>>

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Calderdale Council’s sports service has launched its new membership campaign for 2022, with flexible joining options to suit everybody. As well as annual one-off payment options, membership options launched for the new year include a ‘no tie-in’ monthly membership. This rolling Direct Debit option can be cancelled at any time with 30 days’ notice. Both… read more … about New flexible sports membership to help make 2022 your year>>

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A brand new, top-class leisure centre and swimming pool for Halifax could move a step closer to construction, as Cabinet Members discuss the next stages of the ambitious project to bring major benefits to the whole community. At Calderdale Council’s Cabinet meeting on Monday 17 January, Members will consider whether to recommend to Full Council… read more … about A vision for sport and leisure in Halifax>>

Calderdale Council’s sports service is launching its first ever Black Friday offer, with the opportunity to sign up for 23 days of fitness membership for just £20. The offer gives full access to all Calderdale sports centres from 1- 23 December, and includes: 100+ fitness classes a week Access to three swimming pools at Brighouse,… read more … about Bag a Black Friday bargain with Calderdale sports centres>>