I endeavoured to renew my Better membership online for Kings Hall Leisure Centre, Hackney, but to no avail. I was receiving a message both via website and mobile app, as follows: 'Unable to mana... See more
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King's Hall, or Hackney baths as was, is a beautiful old pool with amazing period details, and is usually not heavingly busy, so I had a lovely peaceful swim there. It's ideal for those who don't... See more
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I’ve always been afraid of gyms and gym culture but the instructors at Kings Hall have made me feel incredibly comfortable. My hour long induction was everything I needed and I’ve gone to several cl... See more
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The facilities are good and the instructors are also qualified. It’s nice to have a pool and the gym and classes and even badminton with one membership. Only 2 downsides. 1, you can’t get notifica... 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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39 Lowe Clapton Rd, E5 0NU, Hackney, United Kingdom
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No help from staff
No help from staff, no reply to email when I asked to cancel my membership as I hated gym. Terrible service all round
July 3, 2025
Reply from Better - Kings Hall Leisure Centre
Hi Oliver,
We're very sorry to hear about your experience and truly regret that we fell short of your expectations. Your feedback is important to us, and we sincerely apologise for the lack of response and support you received.
We understand how frustrating it must have been trying to cancel your membership without proper assistance. This is not the level of service we strive to provide, and we are currently reviewing our communication processes to ensure this doesn't happen again.
If you're still awaiting resolution, please email us directly at customerservices@gll.org with your full name and membership details, and we'll prioritise your request.
Thank you for bringing this to our attention, and again, we’re sorry for the inconvenience caused.
Best regards,
Charmaine
Impressed,Great service
Customer service was great and the staffs were so helpful.would recommend to familyandfriends👍
June 28, 2025
Reply from Better - Kings Hall Leisure Centre
Hi Charlie,
Thanks for your review.
We are so pleased to hear that you have received such great customer service at Kings Hall Leisure Centre!
Warm Regards
Hazal
The staff at the reception desk are…
The staff at the reception desk are very helpful and the staff who do classes are great
June 17, 2025
Reply from Better - Kings Hall Leisure Centre
Hello ELIZABETH,
We sincerely appreciate your positive feedback regarding your experience.
It brings us great joy to learn that you found the front of house staff and the instructors to be exceptionally helpful.
We take great pride in delivering outstanding customer service throughout our center.
Kind Regards.
Warm kids poll in kings road
I give 3 stars because I think that the swim pool for the baby lessons it should be warmer the kids are freezing and shaking after 10 minutes .
June 4, 2025
Reply from Better - Kings Hall Leisure Centre
Hi Francesca,
Thank you for your feedback and for taking the time to share your experience.
We’re sorry to hear that your child felt cold during the swim lessons at the Kings Hall Leisure Centre. The comfort and safety of our little swimmers are very important to us. We regularly monitor pool temperatures to meet recommended standards for baby swim classes, but we understand that some children may be more sensitive to the water. We appreciate your comments and will review our current settings to see if adjustments can be made.
Thank you again for bringing this to our attention — your input helps us improve!
Kind regards,
Charmaine
Diversity of classes
Diversity of classes. Fully equipped gym.
My advisor who gave me a very detailed induction she was excellent
May 29, 2025
Reply from Better - Kings Hall Leisure Centre
Hi IC,
Thank you for your kind feedback!
We're glad to hear you’re enjoying the diverse range of classes and our fully equipped gym. It's also wonderful to know that your advisor made such a positive impression during your induction — we'll be sure to pass along your compliments. If there's anything more we can do to support your journey, please don’t hesitate to reach out!
Kind regards,
Charmaine
King's Hall - a beautiful place to swim, but needs a lick of paint
King's Hall, or Hackney baths as was, is a beautiful old pool with amazing period details, and is usually not heavingly busy, so I had a lovely peaceful swim there.
It's ideal for those who don't like the cold, as the water is as warm as soup! The changing rooms are spacious, though be aware the the showers are communal - no separate M and F.
My only criticism of the place is that it could really do with a refurb. Paint is peeling and the ironwork looks rusty, and it's such a shame that light in from the skylight is blocked out, giving it the air of a gloomy shed when it could offer a beautifully sun-kissed morning swim like Kentish Town or Marshall Street
May 15, 2025
Reply from Better - Kings Hall Leisure Centre
Hi Mark,
Thank you so much for your detailed and honest review!
We're really glad to hear you enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere and the warm water at the Kings Hall Leisure Centre—it’s great to know the period details add to the charm of King’s Hall. We appreciate your feedback about the communal showers and the condition of the building. Your comments about the paintwork, ironwork, and natural light are very helpful and something we’re taking on board as we look to improve the space. We hope to make King’s Hall an even more inviting and bright place for everyone to enjoy their swim.
Thanks again for sharing your experience!
Kind regards,
Charmaine
Kings Hall
The Centre is clean for the age, and also the staff are friendly and helpful.
Looking forward to the new Kings Hall.
May 1, 2025
Reply from Better - Kings Hall Leisure Centre
Hi Sala,
Thank you so much for your thoughtful feedback!
We’re thrilled to hear that you appreciated the cleanliness of the Kings Hall Leisure Centre. Maintaining a spotless environment is a priority for us, and it’s rewarding to know that our efforts are noticed. Additionally, we’re delighted that you found our staff to be friendly and helpful. Their dedication to providing excellent service is something we take great pride in, and it’s wonderful to know it made a positive impression on your visit.
We look forward to welcoming you back soon.
Kind regards,
Charmaine
helpfull staff and great clients
April 30, 2025
Reply from Better - Kings Hall Leisure Centre
Hi Safirah,
Thank you so much for your kind words! We are thrilled to hear that you had a positive experience at the Kings Hall Leisure Centre. It’s wonderful to know that our staff went above and beyond to assist you and that you found the members to be friendly and welcoming.
We truly appreciate your feedback as it helps us understand what we’re doing right and where we can improve. Our goal is to create a supportive and enjoyable environment for everyone, and your comments inspire us to keep striving for excellence. We look forward to welcoming you back soon and ensuring you have another great experience with us!
Best regards,
Charmaine
Reply from Better - Kings Hall Leisure Centre
Hi Sera,
Thank you for your kind words!
We're glad to hear that our staff made a positive impression. Providing friendly and helpful service is very important to us, and it’s great to know we’re meeting that goal. We look forward to welcoming you again soon!
Kind regards,
Charmaine
They helped me to solve problem quickly.
April 19, 2025
Reply from Better - Kings Hall Leisure Centre
Hi Michael,
Thanks for your review.
We are so glad to hear that your problem was solved quickly and to your satisfaction!
Warm Regards
Hazal
Excellent sports activities provider for communities
Better provides great services for communities, especially the services aimed to those people for whom sports activities are/or were not life priorities. People who are referred under Better and NHS agreement, or other health related institutions, schools, community groups, and similar. It is joyous to see all sorts of people and age groups engaging here in Better centers in various sports activities. Not less important to say, with very friendly and helpful staff, and at affordable prices.
I am a member now pushing three years, at the beginning referred by the NHS.
April 16, 2025
Unprompted review
Excellent sports activities provider for communities
Better provides great services for communities, especially the services aimed to those people for whom sports activities are/or were not life priorities. People who are referred under Better and NHS agreement, or other health related institutions, schools, community groups, and similar. It is joyous to see all sorts of people and age groups engaging here in Better centers in various sports activities. Not less important to say, with very friendly and helpful staff, and at affordable prices.
I am a member now pushing three years, at the beginning referred by the NHS.
April 16, 2025
Reply from Better - Kings Hall Leisure Centre
Hi Pneus,
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! As a company, we strive to create inclusive spaces and offer tailored activities for all ages and abilities. Our goal is to ensure that everyone in the community feels welcome and has access to our facilities to improve their physical, mental, and social well-being.
It brings us so much joy to hear that Kings Hall Leisure Centre is fulfilling this mission for our customers. We truly appreciate your loyalty and support.
Once again, thank you for your feedback ,we look forward to seeing you again very soon!
Kind regards,
Sarah H
Is a good place to be and nice workers they know how to talk to people, I will like the environment
They are doing great work in leisure centre especially around the swimming pool
April 3, 2025
Reply from Better - Kings Hall Leisure Centre
Hi Ms Y Odei,
Thank you so much for your kind words!
We're thrilled to hear that you're enjoying the improvements at the Kings Hall leisure centre, especially around the swimming pool. We’re committed to providing the best experience for our visitors, and your feedback means a lot to us. We hope to continue exceeding your expectations!
Warm regards,
Charmaine
Need refurbish
My recently visited the leisure centre and was left underwhelmed. While the staff were friendly and attentive, the environment was a major letdown.
The toilets were in dire need of repair, with broken fixtures and a general air of neglect. The changing area was particularly unpleasant, with a strong smell of urine that lingered throughout my visit.
It's a shame, as I had been looking forward to enjoy my swimming lessons experience. However, the poor state of the facilities made it difficult for me to fully unwind.
I hope the management takes steps to address these issues, as a cleaner and better-maintained environment would greatly improve the overall
March 24, 2025
Reply from Better - Kings Hall Leisure Centre
Hello Christine,
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us.
We are truly sorry to hear that your experience at our Kings Hall Leisure Centre was disappointing. We take your concerns very seriously, and cleanliness is a top priority for us. We genuinely appreciate you bringing to our attention that the standards at this Centre need improvement. Your feedback will be escalated to the Centre staff so that we can implement the necessary improvements to ensure that the facility is properly maintained and meets the highest hygiene standards.
Once again, we apologize for not meeting your expectations, and we hope to have the opportunity to provide you with a better experience in the future.
Kind regards,
Sarah H
I have noticed significant improvements…
I have noticed significant improvements at Better Gym Kings Hall. The centre has effectively responded to my previous feedback regarding opening times, making it much more convenient for members. The gym is now noticeably cleaner; new equipment has enhanced the overall experience. The staff are much more welcoming and engaging, creating a friendly atmosphere that makes it a pleasure to use the gym again. These positive changes have become particularly evident since AJ took over. She is very visible and approachable, regularly walking around the gym to connect with members. AJ leads by example, always putting equipment back and discussing safety with everyone. I’m really pleased that the management has taken my feedback on board my feedback, and I feel a renewed enjoyment in going to this gym. Highly recommended.
March 28, 2025
Unprompted review
Reply from Better - Kings Hall Leisure Centre
Hi Melanie,
Thank you so much for your thoughtful and detailed review!
We’re thrilled to hear that you’ve noticed the improvements at the Kings Hall Leisure Centre, and we truly appreciate you taking the time to share your positive experience. It's great to know that the changes we've made, from adjusted opening times to new equipment and a cleaner environment, have enhanced your gym experience.
We’re also delighted to hear that AJ’s leadership and engagement with members have made a difference. Your feedback is incredibly valuable, and we're so pleased to know you're enjoying your time with us. Thank you for recommending us, and we look forward to continuing to support you on your fitness journey!
Warm regards,
Charmaine
Dull, dingy, dirty & depressing
Honestly wouldn't come back here.
I paid for a membership for my son to do swimming lessons. The whole place smelled really bad. Changing rooms & toilets were very filthy. I felt very uncomfortable being in there as I couldnt take the smell and unsanitary conditions.
I'm not sure how often any cleaning is done but it should be done consistently throughout the day, particularly at busy times to avoid spread of infections. This is a basic requirement not a luxury.
On the website it states 30 minute sessions for the swimming but in reality you only get 15 minutes. I can understand they need to give children time to get out the pool & get the next group in but this could have been stated on the website that you are only really getting 15 minutes swimming time not 30 minutes. It was like a conveyor belt just in and out the staff is not at fault for this but how the system is set up by Better.
Very small waiting area with not much chairs so a lot of parents were standing & also seen a couple sitting on the floor.
The one star I've given is for the polite & helpful reception staff.
I am in no hurry to go back there again so I've booked elsewhere for my son which hopefully will be a lot 'better'.
March 20, 2025
Unprompted review
Reply from Better - Kings Hall Leisure Centre
Hi Perri,
Thank you for your feedback.
We are very sorry to hear about your experience and sincerely apologise for the discomfort and frustration you encountered during your visit to the Kings Hall Leisure Centre. Cleanliness is a top priority for us, and we appreciate you bringing this to our attention. We will make sure to address the issues with the changing rooms and toilets to ensure they are properly maintained and meet the highest hygiene standards.
Regarding the swimming sessions, we understand your disappointment with the discrepancy between the advertised 30-minute sessions and the actual time spent in the pool. Your child's lessons should be 30 minutes in the pool, so we apologise if this was not the case when your child attended their lessons. We will review our website and communication to ensure more clarity on this matter for future customers. We also recognise the challenges of the waiting area and will look into ways to improve comfort for parents during busy times.
We're grateful for your positive comment about our reception staff, and we hope that your next experience elsewhere is much better. If you decide to give us another try in the future, we'd love to make things right.
Kind regards,
Charmaine
My experience with the instructor was…
My experience with the instructor was very fantastic and well presented thanks
November 28, 2024
Reply from Better - Kings Hall Leisure Centre
Hi Yasser,
Thanks for your review.
We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed your session with the instructor at Kings Hall.
Warm Regards
Hazal
I decided to give this pool a try as they do women’s only sessions.. NEVER again
I decided to give this pool a try as they do women’s only sessions. By far the worst pool I have ever been to, the changing rooms stink and the pool itself is disgusting. I’ve never experienced anything like this and wasn’t even able to finish my full session as I had to get out of there.
November 7, 2024
Unprompted review
Reply from Better - Kings Hall Leisure Centre
Hi Reanne
Thank you for your review,
We are very sorry to see you did not enjoy your experience at the Kings Hall Leisure Centre and have passed your feedback on to the General Manager.
A private information request has been sent to you through Trust Pilot, please respond to this at your earliest convenience.
Kind Regards
Amir
They are very nice staff and helpful.
The staff are king Hall Hackney are happy to teach the learner's.
October 22, 2024
Reply from Better - Kings Hall Leisure Centre
Hi Doris,
Thanks for your review.
It is so great to hear that the staff at Kings Hall are so supportive.
Warm Regards
Hazal
Sauna awful
Went to the sauna the receptionist gave us the wrong code to get in. So had to go back to reception wasting our time. When the door opens to sauna terrible smell was not clean at all and so old. This should be closed down and not charging people to get in. So small sauna and steam room only 1 shower had hot water. Would not recommend or return. Couldn't get the smell away from me even when I returned home awful.
October 3, 2024
Unprompted review
Reply from Better - Kings Hall Leisure Centre
Good Morning Martin,
I hope this message finds you well. I want to express my sincere gratitude for taking the time to share your thoughts with us.
I am truly disappointed to hear about your recent experience at the Kings Hall Leisure Centre, particularly regarding the Healthsuite. It is disheartening to know that this aspect affected your visit. Additionally, I would like to extend my apologies for the shower area only having 1 shower cubicle with hot water.
Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we are committed to addressing these issues to ensure a more pleasant experience for all our patrons. Thank you once again for bringing this to our attention.
Warm regards,
Charmaine
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