03/08/2026
βπ° Take a Break at Our CafΓ©! π₯ͺβ¨
Looking for the perfect place to catch up with friends, enjoy a quiet coffee, or grab a delicious bite to eat?
Our cafΓ© offers a warm, friendly and welcoming atmosphere, where you can sit back, relax and enjoy a fantastic selection of freshly prepared food and refreshing drinks. From light lunches and tasty treats to barista-style coffees and chilled refreshments, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
Whether you're visiting after a workout, watching the children play, meeting friends, or simply treating yourself, we'd love to welcome you through our doors.
π Fresh food made with care
β Hot & cold drinks available
π Comfortable, welcoming surroundings
π¨βπ©βπ§βπ¦ The perfect place to relax and catch up
Come along, take a seat, and discover your new favourite cafΓ© spot. We can't wait to see you!
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02/08/2026
π¦ Swimming, Games & Summer Fun! π²ποΈ
Looking for something fun to do this summer? Come along to our Fun & Food sessions at The Louisa Centre!
Children will enjoy a fantastic swimming session followed by an afternoon packed with activities including:
π² Board games
π Card games
π¨ Colouring
π Snakes & Ladders
π’ Dominoes
β¦and plenty more!
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Thursday 6th August
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Thursday 27th August
π 10:00am β 2:00pm
π½οΈ FREE for eligible children through the Fun & Food programme.
π² Booking is via the QR code provided by participating schools.
Didn't receive a Fun & Food booking QR code? Don't worry! We have plenty of great value activities available throughout the summer holidays, including Soft Play, Clip 'n Climb, TAG Active Arena, swimming sessions, Play & Picnic offers, crash courses and much more. There's something for everyone! π
We can't wait to welcome everyone for a day of swimming, games, laughter and a tasty lunch! ππ
31/07/2026
Get ready for the ultimate active kids combo this summer! π₯πββοΈπ½οΈ
For just Β£8.75 per child, TAG PLUS includes:
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1 hour in the TAG Arena β
1 hour in our Main Pool β
A kids lunch box from our on-site Thrive Kitchen
Whether your child loves climbing, racing, splashing or simply having fun with friends, TAG PLUS is the perfect way to keep them active and entertained!
π The Louisa Centre, Stanley
π Sessions available throughout the week β check our timetable on the poster and book your slot today.
β οΈ Spaces are limited and these sessions are proving very popular!
29/07/2026
βοΈπ The Summer Holidays are hereβ¦ and the adventure starts with us! πβοΈ
Looking for an action-packed day out the whole family will love? We've got you covered with our CLIMB and TAG Arena, offering two incredible activities at an unbeatable price! π₯π
π₯ Thanks to the Government's reduced VAT scheme, BOTH activities are just Β£4.81 per person! π€©*
β° Open every day throughout the Summer Holidays!
π€ 09:30 β 16:30
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Monday β Sunday
π§ CLIMB
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Suitable for 4 years+
βοΈ Minimum weight: 20kg
π― TAG Arena β the BIGGEST indoor interactive assault course in the North East!
β
Suitable for 8 years+
π Minimum height: 1.2m
π₯ Climb to new heights, race through obstacles, dodge your opponents, and put your skills to the ultimate test! Whether you're looking for family fun, a day out with friends, or something exciting to keep the kids busy this summer, we've got the perfect adventure waiting for you.
β³ Don't wait too long! This fantastic Β£4.81 offer is only available until 1st September, so make the most of it while you can!
πCome and join the fun β we can't wait to welcome you this summer! Have a fantastic day! π
*Terms & Conditions apply.
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28/07/2026
πββοΈ Summer Swimming Crash Courses β Still Time to Book! βοΈ
Want to make the most of the summer holidays? Our Summer Swimming Crash Courses are a fantastic way to help children (and adults!) build confidence, learn new skills and make real progress in the water.
Whether you're looking to:
π Introduce your little one to swimming
π Give your child a confidence boost before returning to weekly lessons
β Help them progress to the next stage
π Learn to swim as an adult
π Or gain valuable lifesaving and water safety skills...
..we've got a course for you!
Our courses are delivered by our fully qualified, experienced swimming instructors, with small class sizes to ensure everyone receives plenty of individual attention.
π· Just Β£18 for our 3-day courses and Β£30 for our 5-day courses β fantastic value for quality swimming tuition that can make a real difference in just a few sessions.
We already have some courses filling up nicely, but there are still plenty of spaces available across the programme β including a few sessions that would love their first bookings! We'd love to see every course running, so if you've been thinking about it, now's the perfect time to secure your place.
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Take a look at the timetable below and find the course that's right for you.
π To book simple speak to Reception on 03000 262 444 or pop into the Centre!
π¦ A few days this summer could be the start of a lifelong love of swimming. π©΅
26/07/2026
βοΈ Summer Holiday Fun Starts Here! βοΈ
Looking for ways to keep the kids active this summer? Whether they're climbing, splashing, playing or learning a new skill, we've got something for everyone at The Louisa Centre!
π― So much to enjoy this summer:
π§ Clip 'n Climb
π― TAG Arena
π Soft Play
π General Swim sessions
π Rafts & Floats
π¦ Pool Inflatable
π Fun & Food sessions for eligible children
π₯ Plus, save even more this summer!
β¨ Reduced prices on Clip 'n Climb, TAG Arena and Soft Play with our Summer Savings.
π₯ͺ Enjoy our fantastic Play 'n Picnic bundle for a fun-filled day out at an amazing price.
π Eligible for Fun & Food? Enjoy free activities, swimming and a meal throughout the holidays.
π Why not make a splash with one of our Swimming Crash Courses?
Our popular 3-day crash courses are a fantastic way to make the most of the holidays, helping children:
π Build confidence in the water
π
Improve their swimming technique
π Make real progress before returning to their weekly lessons
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Some activities can be booked online or speak to Reception to secure your place today!
25/07/2026
βοΈ FUN & FOOD MULTI ACTIVITY DAY βοΈ
Looking for something fun to do this summer? Join us for a fantastic day of activities, including a Swimming Fun Session and a variety of sports and games throughout the day. Activities may vary, so every session offers something a little different!
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Thursday 30th July & Thursday 20th August
π 10:00am β 2:00pm
These sessions are part of the Fun & Food Holiday Activities Programme and are available to children who have received a booking code from their school.
π² Places are still available! If your child is eligible, don't forget to book using the QR code provided by their school.
We can't wait to welcome you for a day of fun, friendship and staying active this summer! ππ
βοΈ Fun & Food Summer Fun
Join us for our Fun & Food Multi Activity Days, where children can enjoy a day packed with fun, including a Swimming Fun Session and a variety of sports and activities throughout the day. Activities may vary between sessions, so there's always something new to enjoy!
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Thursday 30th July & Thursday 20th August
π 10:00am β 2:00pm
These sessions are part of the Fun & Food Holiday Activities Programme and are available to children who have received a booking code from their school.
Please book using the QR code provided by your child's school. We look forward to welcoming everyone for a fantastic day of fun! βοΈπ
24/07/2026
Free Swimming for Drowning Prevention Day πββοΈ
Swimming lessons help build vital swimming skills, confidence in the water, and an understanding of how to stay safe. However, while these skills can help keep you safer, nothing replaces good water safety awareness.
This Drowning Prevention Day, we're encouraging everyone to enjoy the water safely and take the opportunity to build their confidence with our free swimming in the general swim and fun sessions.
Please visit the reception desk to register for your free thrive card prior to Saturday 25th July 2026 ππ«
Remember: Water confidence is important, but awareness, supervision, and safe decision-making save lives π©΅π
24/07/2026
βοΈ Fun & Food Summer Fun
Join us for our Fun & Food Multi Activity Days, where children can enjoy a day packed with fun, including a Swimming Fun Session and a variety of sports and activities throughout the day. Activities may vary between sessions, so there's always something new to enjoy!
π
Thursday 30th July & Thursday 20th August
π 10:00am β 2:00pm
These sessions are part of the Fun & Food Holiday Activities Programme and are available to children who have received a booking code from their school.
Please book using the QR code provided by your child's school. We look forward to welcoming everyone for a fantastic day of fun! βοΈπ
23/07/2026
π FUN β’ FOOD β’ ADVENTURE! π
Looking for an action-packed day this summer? We've got it covered! π
Join us at The Louisa Centre on selected Tuesdays & Fridays throughout the school holidays for our Fun & Food sessions!
Depending on their age, children can enjoy activities including:
π Soft Play
π§ Clip 'n' Climb
π΄ TAG Arena
π½οΈ Every session also includes a lunch box to keep everyone fuelled for the fun!
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Sessions run on:
β’ 24th, 28th & 31st July
β’ 4th, 7th, 11th, 14th, 18th, 21st & 25th August
β οΈ Fun & Food places must be booked using the QR code provided by participating schools. Unfortunately, we are unable to take bookings for these funded places directly at the centre.
π Don't have a QR code? You can still enjoy the fun! Our Play 'n' Picnic Bundle is available for just Β£6.13, giving you entry to Soft Play, Clip 'n' Climb or TAG Active Arena (activity dependent on age), plus a tasty lunch box from Thrive Kitchen. It's a fantastic value way to keep the kids active, entertained and fuelled this summer!
We can't wait to welcome everyone for another fantastic summer of fun, food and adventure! βοΈ