We visited the Fulwood Leisure Centre pools and were very impressed with the cleanliness. The swimming pool was nice and warm. The changing rooms were spacious and clean. The staff were all incredibly... See more
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Great staff. Super friendly and helpful. Gym kit is always clean, functioning and plenty of machines available off peak. Class availability is disappointing- would love to see a wider range of classes... See more
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The gym looks really nice on first appearance but on using the rowing machines all the foot straps keep coming loose and so your foot hurts, the tv links do not work on the bike machines which have th... See more
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Welcome to Better! We’re a charitable social enterprise, committed to the health and wellbeing of everyone in our community. From gyms, leisure centres and swimming pools to lessons and courses for both adults and juniors - plus libraries and children's centres - we've got it all. So whether you’d like to try something new, keep the kids entertained or have a dip in the pool, discover our inclusive range of activities, suitable for all ages and abilities at your local Better centre today.
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Black Bull Lane, PR2 9YA, Fulwood, United Kingdom
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the staff really care about providing a…
the staff really care about providing a good service
July 30, 2025
Reply from Better - Fulwood Leisure Centre
Hi Loz,
Thanks for your review.
We are so pleased to hear that the staff at Fulwood Leisure Centre have been so supportive! We hope you continue to enjoy your fitness journey with us.
Warm Regards
Aaiasa
DISGUSTING EXPERIENCE - AVOID AT ALL COSTS
My wife and son went swimming. I went to pick them up at the end. We receive a PCN Fine for £100 and are informed that I was in the car park for 1 minute 20 seconds too long! Is it a customer car park or is it not a customer car park??? I was a customer going in and out of the car park. How grossly disgusting is it to fine a customer £100 for being in a customer car park! So 50 minutes of swimming has now become £111 (people cannot afford this kind of stupidity at this moment in time). Suffice to say we'll never return and you will lose any future income and I will tell all family and friends and anyone I talk to avoid this nasty place. It's old and tired and dirty anyway so just go to Swim Central instead of this revolting place! They trick you by not making the parking rules clearer - it's not visible enough on their website, the email booking that you actually read has no information about this, it's not clear in the car park there is a camera and if you are going in with kids you'll likely be too distracted to see the kiosk. I think that the management of this place needs to get their heads examined as the customer should be treated nicely and they are just going to end up closed - I think that this place needs to get shut down. You can see it's decline in the reviews on various sites - it's useless! They are no help with the parking fine and from reading other people experiences customers are treated horribly - it's just not the way to behave when running a business. It's totally shameful and utterly disgusting in everyway! You need to make some changes starting with getting rid of that parking camera. The company that runs the parking camera has no way of contacting them (not email and you can't talk to them 1-2-1 on the phone) so they hide digitally and you cannot even try and get a resolution. I reckon they ignore the appeals and let the fines get bigger and bigger for their own benefit - these two are in the scam together. Do not go to this leisure centre - stay clear of it - they don't care about their customers at all - you're just a cash cow! I hope this place gets closed down! It's the most disgusting experience ever!!!
May 18, 2025
Unprompted review
Reply from Better - Fulwood Leisure Centre
Hi G E
Thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback.
We’re very sorry to hear about your experience.
To clarify, the car park is indeed intended for customer use, but it is managed by an external parking control company with automatic enforcement systems in place. Unfortunately, we do not have direct control over the issuing or cancellation of fines, but we always aim to support our customers where we can in appealing unfair charges.
We're genuinely sorry to hear that this situation has impacted your opinion of the centre so strongly. While your recent experience was disappointing, we would be happy to assist. Please email our customer service team with your PCN and we can pass this on to the management team at the Fulwood Leisure Centre.
Kind Regards
Amir
Reply from Better - Fulwood Leisure Centre
Hi Mr. Newton,
I hope this message finds you well! I wanted to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude for your generous feedback. It’s wonderful to hear that you had a smooth and seamless experience joining the Fulwood Leisure Centre. We strive to create a welcoming and comfortable environment for all our guests, and it’s delightful to know that we succeeded in making your visit enjoyable.
We eagerly anticipate welcoming you back in the near future and hope to make your next visit even more memorable!
Warm regards,
Charmaine
Was incredibly disappointed
Was incredibly disappointed, from the dirty pool to the rude life guards. Having booked and paid in good faith we arrived to find the small pool out of bounds and an incredibly small area that younger children could use. This was heavily policed by a life guard who spent the entire visit telling children off. Even when an old gentleman got in and stood directly behind behind my daughter and granddaughter, he just watched all the little girls and when I pointed out that he was making children uncomfortable the life guard said it was impossible to do anything because he was a regular, surely children’s safety should be a priority. It was incredibly dirty from the pool to the changing rooms. Don’t visit.
May 24, 2025
Unprompted review
Reply from Better - Fulwood Leisure Centre
Hi AR Brown,
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We’re genuinely sorry to hear that your visit did not meet expectations, and we deeply regret the discomfort and disappointment you and your family felt.
The safety and well-being of all our guests—especially children—is our top priority. We take your concerns very seriously and will be investigating the matter you raised regarding the lifeguard's response and the behavior of other pool users. Your feedback highlights a situation that falls short of the standards we strive to uphold.
We also sincerely apologise for the cleanliness issues you encountered in both the pool and changing areas. This is unacceptable, and we are reviewing our maintenance and cleaning protocols to ensure improvements are made immediately.
We truly value feedback like yours, as it helps us identify areas needing attention.
Thank you again for bringing this to our attention.
Warm regards,
Charmaine
The gym looks really nice on first…
The gym looks really nice on first appearance but on using the rowing machines all the foot straps keep coming loose and so your foot hurts, the tv links do not work on the bike machines which have them. One of the bikes it is extremely difficult to press the screen to up the torque. The card games are very hard work on the touch screen to use. There was no air con on the equipment or in the room (they just had windows open, but no breeze) we had been members of the Marriott Gym and could not afford to keep it up, so was expecting the same standard really.
April 24, 2025
Reply from Better - Fulwood Leisure Centre
Hi Kathryn,
Thanks for your review.
We are disappointed to hear that you are unhappy with the facilities at Fulwood and have forwarded your feedback to the centre so they can improve!
Warm Regards
Hazal
The staff and all the equipment and…
The staff and all the equipment and things to do at a really good price
April 5, 2025
Reply from Better - Fulwood Leisure Centre
Hi Tim,
Thank you so much for your kind words!
We're thrilled to hear that you had a great experience with our staff, equipment, and activities at the Fulwood Leisure Centre. We always aim to offer the best value for our guests, and it's wonderful to know we hit the mark. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
Kind regards,
Charmaine
Joined the gym with healthwise
Joined the gym with healthwise - Sheila who did my induction was amazing, she completely put my anxiety at ease. I'm excited for my new journey with better!
March 13, 2025
Reply from Better - Fulwood Leisure Centre
Hi Wendy,
Thank you so much for your kind words!
We're so glad to hear Sheila helped put your anxiety at ease and made your induction a positive experience. We’re excited to be part of your health journey, and we look forward to supporting you every step of the way.
Welcome to the Better family!
Kind regards,
Charmaine
Not really anyone around to ask for…
Not really anyone around to ask for help and advice so have to stick to the same things
March 6, 2025
Reply from Better - Fulwood Leisure Centre
Hi Elaine,
Thank you for sharing your feedback!
We are very sorry to hear that you didn’t have access to the support you were hoping for when you attended the Fulwood Leisure Centre. We truly value our customers' experience, and we’ll work on improving the availability of assistance. In the meantime, please don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions—we’re here to help!
Warm regards,
Charmaine
Good access friendly staff
Good access friendly staff good range of facility's
Would like to have given 5 stars but sauna & showers to cold.
March 9, 2025
Reply from Better - Fulwood Leisure Centre
Hi Tom,
Thank you for your review!
We’re glad to hear that you found our staff friendly and enjoyed the range of facilities at the Fulwood Leisure Centre. We appreciate your feedback about the sauna and showers, and we’ll look into adjusting the temperature to ensure a more comfortable experience. We hope to earn that 5-star rating from you next time!
Kind regards,
Charmaine
Really patient with my son Learning…
Really patient with my son Learning new things each week getting confident as he is trying to swim
March 1, 2025
Reply from Better - Fulwood Leisure Centre
Hi Miss K
Thank you for review.
We are very pleased to see your son is enjoying the swimming lessons and is gaining confidence in the water.
We hope he attains the confidence and skills he wishes and thank you for choosing Better.
Kind Regards
Amir
Since starting swimming again the staff…
Since starting swimming again the staff have been helping and friendly,as a full time wheelchair user I have not and any worries about coming here knowing that if u had any concerns they would be happy to help
February 17, 2025
Reply from Better - Fulwood Leisure Centre
Hi Pauline,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your wonderful experience with us!
We are absolutely delighted to hear that our staff has provided you with such supportive and friendly service. Creating a warm and welcoming environment is our top priority, and it truly warms our hearts to know that you felt comfortable and well cared for during your visit. Should you have any concerns or if there's anything else you need assistance with, please don't hesitate to reach out. We’re always here, ready to help in any way we can!
Warm regards,
Charmaine
I recently had to suspend my membership…
I recently had to suspend my membership for health reasons .Better were very supportive, and replied to my request in a very timely and understanding manner
January 16, 2025
Unprompted review
Reply from Better - Fulwood Leisure Centre
Good Morning Alison,
I hope this message finds you well.
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback regarding your recent experience with our Customer Service Team. We are truly delighted to hear that they were able to assist you effectively with your membership suspension. Our team's goal is to provide prompt and efficient service, and it’s wonderful to know that we met your expectations during this time.
We genuinely wish you a speedy recovery and hope that you’re able to rest and heal comfortably. Your health and well-being are very important to us. We look forward to welcoming you back to the centre when you’re ready and can’t wait to see you again.
Warm regards,
Charmaine
Money over common sense
Won't be using this place again, getting a £100 fine for not typing my reg in when using the car park to take my kids swimming, even though I provided receipts showing I paid for the time I was there. Absolute joke of a place and no way to treat customers
September 9, 2024
Unprompted review
Reply from Better - Fulwood Leisure Centre
Good Morning Craig,
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback regarding your recent visit to the Fulwood Leisure Centre. I appreciate your openness, and I am here to address your concerns.
I sincerely apologise for the inconvenience caused by the penalty fee you encountered during your family’s swimming session. I understand how frustrating such situations can be, especially when you’re looking to enjoy time with loved ones.
I want to clarify that our car parks are monitored by an external company to help prevent individuals from using our parking facilities for purposes unrelated to the Leisure Centre. This policy is in place to ensure that our facilities are accessible to patrons who are actively using the centre's services. Unfortunately, this means that all visitors must adhere to specific parking regulations to avoid incurring penalties.
Our intention is never to subject paying customers, such as yourself, to unnecessary charges. However, we must enforce these regulations strictly to maintain fairness and availability for all genuine users of our amenities. It is crucial to always check for any signage present in the car park that outlines these rules.
If you have any further questions or if there is anything I can assist you with, please do not hesitate to reach out. Your experience is important to us, and we want to ensure that your future visits are enjoyable and trouble-free.
Thank you once again for your understanding.
Best regards,
Charmaine
We’ve just received a letter from…
We’ve just received a letter from Fulwood Leisure Centre about parking in their car park, despite being members. This is the first letter we've received, and I immediately went to reception to sort it out. After emailing them, they responded by saying they’ve already sent it to debt collectors and can only reduce the fine by £20. This is absolutely ridiculous.
We’ve complained multiple times about the foul smell in the sauna, the steam room not working, and yet now we’re slapped with an £80 fine? That’s completely out of order. I will be withdrawing my membership and refuse to pay this fine. I’m more than willing to take this to court.
To anyone considering joining Fulwood Leisure Centre, think twice.
October 21, 2024
Unprompted review
Reply from Better - Fulwood Leisure Centre
Hi Avi and Shaan
Thank you for your review.
We are sorry to hear about your experience at our Fulwood Leisure Centre and have sent you a private information request to you through Trust Pilot.
Please reply to this at your earliest convenience and we will do our best to resolve the parking dispute for you.
Kind Regards
Amir
A private
Reply from Better - Fulwood Leisure Centre
Hi Noah,
Thanks for your review.
We are sorry to hear you have found the pool at Fulwood to be cold and hope it is warmer on your next visit!
Warm Regards
Hazal
Terrible experience with staff
Staff is very rude and unhelpful. If there is any problem they’ll not solve it and will tell you to call customer service. And when you call customer service and they tell you something staff will say they don’t know anything they are sitting in Ireland.
September 11, 2024
Reply from Better - Fulwood Leisure Centre
Hi Maria,
Thanks for your review.
We are sorry to hear that the staff at Fulwood have been unhelpful.
Sometimes there are issues that cannot be dealt with at centre level with access etc so they will refer you to our customer service team.
We have two teams, one based in Belfast and one in London. All staff in these teams are highly trained and work tirelessly to support all of our customers and so I apologise if you have had a different experience.
I have searched using the details on your membership and cannot find any interactions (email, calls or social media) on our system.
If you still have an outstanding query or concern, please send us an email so we can assist.
Our email address is; customerservices@gll.org
Warm Regards
Hazal
Fun learning, value for money
My son loved his first swim lesson. The instructors made the lesson fun but I could also see my son learn skills that could save his life one day. We are really excited to go back next week.
Also really good value for money.
July 30, 2024
Reply from Better - Fulwood Leisure Centre
Hi Katie
It is wonderful to see your son enjoyed his first swimming lesson at our Fulwood Leisure Centre and he is learning some great swimming skills. We hope he continues to progress so quickly and enjoy the different levels of swimming class we have to offer.
Kind Regards
Amir
Room for improvement..
I recently visited Fulwood Leisure Centre, and unfortunately, my experience left much to be desired. There are a few significant drawbacks that potential visitors should be aware of.
Firstly, after enjoying the sauna and steam room, I was disappointed to find that there were no cold showers available. This is quite an oversight, as a cold shower is essential for cooling down and closing pores after using these facilities. Moreover, both the sauna and steam room has an unpleasant, musty smell that made the experience less enjoyable.
Another issue is the swimming pool's availability. It's impossible to swim throughout the day due to the constant schedule of swimming lessons. While it's great that the centre offers these classes, it significantly limits access for regulars who simply want to swim for leisure or exercise following use of the gym/sauna/steam room.
Additionally, the centre operates on a cashless basis. However, they charge you in cash for the lockers. This inconsistency is not only inconvenient but also confusing for visitors who are expected to adhere to a cashless policy yet still need to carry cash for locker use.
Overall, while Fulwood Leisure Centre has potential, these issues need to be addressed to provide a better experience for all visitors. Until then, I would hesitate to recommend this centre for a seamless and enjoyable visit.
July 9, 2024
Reply from Better - Fulwood Leisure Centre
Good Afternoon Laura,
I hope this message finds you well. Thank you for taking the time to provide us with your feedback.
We regret to learn about your recent experience at the Fulwood Leisure Centre. It is distressing to hear about the issues you've faced while attempting to access the shower facilities and the pool. Rest assured, we are committed to promptly addressing any concerns you have mentioned above so I will pass on this feedback for the immediate attention of the centre management team so they can investigate each issue and resolve in a timely manner.
Thank you for your understanding, and we appreciate the opportunity to improve your experience with our services.
Best regards,
Charmaine
Enjoyable experience
I have been a member of my local gym for almost 15 years. It's great to be able to pay an annual fee & use all the facilities ( Pool, Gym, Sauna) with classes if you want them. The staff are always polite and friendly if you need any help with the equipment. Special thanks to Gavin in admin for helping out with my renewal (which I made a mess of!) I always enjoy my visits and look forward to many more.
July 3, 2024
Unprompted review
Reply from Better - Fulwood Leisure Centre
Good afternoon Alan,
I am writing to express our gratitude for your review.
We are pleased to learn of your satisfaction with your membership at the Fulwood Leisure Centre and the consistently friendly and professional demeanor of our staff. We are particularly glad to hear of Gavin's helpful assistance with the renewal of your membership, ensuring uninterrupted access to our facilities. We hope you continue to enjoy your membership at the Fulwood Leisure Centre.
Kind regards,
Charmaine
Jordan was very friendly and helpful
March 18, 2024
Reply from Better - Fulwood Leisure Centre
Good Morning
Thank you for letting us know!
We hope you enjoy your time with Better.
Kind Regards
Amir
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