Big Open Weekend 2026

Sat, 07 Mar, 2026 at 08:00 am to Sun, 08 Mar, 2026 at 04:00 pm UTC+00:00

Waynflete Rd, OX3 8GA Oxford, United Kingdom | Oxford

Barton Leisure Centre
Publisher/HostBarton Leisure Centre
Big Open Weekend 2026
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Join us for our Big Open Weekend on Saturday 7th & Sunday 8th March 2026.
Enjoy FREE activities, taster sessions, classes, friendly advice, special offers and more!
Come and take a look around, try various activities and meet our fantastic team – they will be on hand to answer all of your enquiries.
You don’t have to be a member of our leisure centre or have visited us before to get involved in our Big Open Weekend, so why not bring your friends and family along too?
Please check the booking details for activities below - some need booking in advance.
We look forward to seeing you soon.
Big Open Weekend hours:
Saturday 7th March: 8.30am - 4pm
Sunday 8th March: 8am - 4pm
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Swimming Sessions
Free Taster Lessons -
These lessons are designed to build confidence and introduce essential water skills in a fun and supportive environment, perfect for anyone new to swimming. These sessions are a great chance to dive in, learn new techniques, and enjoy our pool - exclusively free for the weekend!
Taster Swimming Lessons will run on Saturday 7th March and Sunday 8th March, and are suitable for ages 4 and over.
Saturday & Sunday - 8.30am - 12pm
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Free Swimming Sessions -
We're running a range of free splash-tastic swimming activities across the afternoon on our Big Open Weekend. Why not bring your family down for a splashing family fun session in the pool, put your swim strokes to the test in our lane swimming sessions, or test your agility on our Aqua Challenge inflatable course?
Saturday 7th March -
Family Fun Swim: 12pm - 1pm
Aqua Challenge: 1.30pm - 2.30pm
Aqua Challenge: 2.45pm - 3.45pm
Sunday 8th March -
Lane Swimming: 8am - 9am
Family Fun Swim: 9am - 10am
Family Fun Swim: 12pm - 1pm
Aqua Challenge: 1.30pm - 2.30pm
Aqua Challenge: 2.45pm - 3.45pm
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Free taster Fitness Classes -
When? Saturday 7th March
Are you curious about Group Exercise but haven't had the confidence to give it a go? Well now's your chance, weather you're looking for a high intensity energising workout, or a relaxing calming class we have something for everyone. Our taster classes are open to everyone, whatever your experience level.
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To find out more or to book your sessions, visit here: https://www.oxfordcityleisure.com/barton-leisure-centre/open-weekend
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