The Stour Centre in Ashford

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The Stour Centre has reopened following a major refurbishment, significantly improving the leisure and fitness offer with the new-look centre including:

- a refurbished gym with new equipment,
- a new soft play and clip and climb centre,
- an additional exercise studio,
- improved changing rooms,
- revamped reception and café area,
- new catering offer including Costa Coffee.

Visitors will also be able to relax, unwind and socialise in the new café serving a wide selection of refreshments including the well-known high street brand – Costa Coffee.

Freedom Leisure will be managing the flagship facility, on behalf of Ashford Borough Council.

Awards

ATTA

Address

The Stour Centre Station Approach Ashford TN23 1ET

Contact

enquiries@ashfordleisuretrust.co.uk 01233 663503

Links

Website

Opening Times

CURRENTLY CLOSED FOR REFURBISHMENTS. PLEASE REFER TO THE POOL TIMETABLES FOR POOL OPENING HOURS POOL OPENING TIMES VARY DURING THE SCHOOL HOLIDAYS MONDAY - THURSDAY 6.30 - 22.00 (Contours Health Club closes at 22.00) FRIDAY 6.30 - 22.00 (Contours Health Club closes at 21.00) SATURDAY 8.00 - 17.00 SUNDAY 8.00 - 21.00 (Contours Health Club closes at 20.00) BANK HOLIDAYS 6.30 - 17.00

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