1The Castle
- Details
- Independent / fee-paying
- Address
- St. Gabriel Walk, London, SE1 6FG
- Website
- southwarkleisure.co.uk
- Opening hours
- Sat 07:00-18:00 · Mon-Fri 06:30-22:00 · Sun 07:00-22:00
Sports and leisure centres in Southwark offer gyms, pools, sports halls, classes and courts. Below you will find our selection of 10 sports centres in Southwark, with address, phone number, website and opening hours for each one, followed by practical advice on choosing the right sports centre, typical prices and answers to common questions.
Checks and regulation: Many centres are run by leisure trusts for the council.
Pay-as-you-go activities range from £5 to £15. Prices vary by area, time of day and the complexity of the job or service, so always ask for a written quote or check the latest price list before you book.
Southwark covers neighbourhoods such as Bankside, London Bridge, Bermondsey, Peckham, Camberwell, Dulwich, Elephant and Castle, Rotherhithe (postcodes SE1, SE5, SE15, SE16, SE17, SE21, SE22). The sports centres listed on this page are located in or around SE1, SE16, SE21, Dulwich, SE22. Getting around is easy thanks to the Jubilee, Northern and Bakerloo lines, the Overground and national rail at London Bridge. If you live close to the borough boundary, it is worth comparing options in neighbouring boroughs too.
Many council leisure centres have a main pool and a learner pool; check each centre's website for timetables.
Most leisure centres run multi-sport holiday camps during school holidays, often with discounts for residents.
Yes, courts can usually be booked online up to a week in advance.
Listings are compiled from public business information and OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL). Details can change, so please confirm opening hours and prices with the business before visiting. Businesses can request corrections via our contact page. Last reviewed: September 2026.