# Sunderland Aquatic Centre — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info

> This modern facility at Stadium Park features heated pools, diving boards and a dedicated teaching area, with swimming lessons and activities suitable for all the family.

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Sports Complex

# Sunderland Aquatic Centre

Stadium Park

[View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=12422679525773712914&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA)

Photo: [Jeff LAM](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/112497619668685767163)

**In short:** Sunderland Aquatic Centre is a sports complex in Sunderland, rated 4.0 out of 5 from 421 Google reviews.

Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places

## About Sunderland Aquatic Centre

This modern facility at Stadium Park features heated pools, diving boards and a dedicated teaching area, with swimming lessons and activities suitable for all the family.

## What's nearby

- Foundation of Light next door
- The Beacon of Light next door
- Hilton Garden Inn Sunderland next door
- Stadium of Light 150m away
- Sunderland Association Football Club 200m away

Distances as the crow flies, via Google

## Good to know

### Parking

- ✓Free car park
- ✓Paid car park
- ✓Paid street

### Accessibility

- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance
- ✓Accessible toilet
- ✓Accessible seating

### Payment

- ✓Credit cards
- ✓Debit cards
- ✓Contactless

Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs.

## Photos

Photos via Google

## Opening hours

**Monday** 5:30 AM – 9:00 PM

**Tuesday** 5:30 AM – 9:00 PM

**Wednesday** 5:30 AM – 9:00 PM

**Thursday** 5:30 AM – 9:00 PM

**Friday** 5:30 AM – 9:00 PM

**Saturday** 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM

**Sunday** 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.

## What visitors say

[Lucy Johnson](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/113507620962812918437/reviews) ★★★★★

We went for the inflatable session. It was very well organised and staffed for safety. We had lots of fun in the hour session. Would definitely go back. Only issue we had was part of the inflatable deflated during the last 20 minutes.

· via Google

[Anya Chapman](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/112637947155205296857/reviews) ★★★★★

Visited for the 50m olympic size pool and wasn't disappointed! Used the Everyone Active app, which I already had an account with, so booking was relatively easy, and comparatively good value for money at £5.95 for an adult swim. The 50m pool was only available on Saturday or Wednesday when we booked - I guess the rest of the week it's divided into 2x25m - but the app made this clear. Parking was easy (and free) at the stadium car park opposite. Reception staff were helpful. Changing rooms were clean, plenty of cubicles, toilets, lockers (£1 returnable or bring your own padlock) and warm showers. There were only 2 of us in the slow lane (the faster lanes seemed busier) on the Saturday afternoon session. Pool is well-maintained and slightly warmer than most competition pools I've swam in. 4 lifeguards who were attentive throughout the session. Definitely worth a visit 👌

· via Google

[Lindsay Barnett](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/102960073618627453668/reviews) ★★★★★

The pool was frezzing today me and my son got out early as it was so cold, every thing was clean. I was dying for a got drink and the cafe is a separate busy and the safe said the woman just comes in when she feels like it 🙄 ridiculous especially in the school holidays. Ill pick somewhere else next time.

· via Google

[Adele cairns](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/115178083181413049758/reviews) ★★★★★

Needs a bit of attention, changing rooms smell of urine, pool can sometimes be freezing, but does offer some fab aqua fit/ water zumba classes...good inflatables in the school holidays, great soft play also.

· via Google

[See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x487e663e7ea3000d:0xac663935e4429e12!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA)

Visitors say this aquatic center offers excellent swimming pools, including a semi-Olympic pool, and great facilities like soft play areas and inflatables for kids. They also highlight the friendly and helpful staff, as well as the clean changing rooms.

Some reviews mention parking can be difficult and expensive.

Summary via Google

## At a glance

**Address** Stadium Park, Sunderland, SR5 1SU [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=54.9155827%2C-1.3892750)

**Category** Swimming & Leisure Centres

**Guest rating** 4.0 / 5 (421 reviews)

**Suitable for** All Ages

**Setting** Indoor

**Destination** Sunderland

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★ 4.0 (421 reviews)

[Visit official website](https://www.everyoneactive.com/centre/sunderland-aquatic-centre/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction)

[0191 514 4300](tel:01915144300)

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### Quick Facts

**Destination** Sunderland

**Postcode** SR5 1SU

**Payment** Cards, Contactless

**Plus Code** 9C6WWJ86+67

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## Quick answers

### What are the opening hours of Sunderland Aquatic Centre?

Sunderland Aquatic Centre is open Mon–Fri 5:30am–9pm; Sat 6am–6pm; Sun 8am–5pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go).

### Is Sunderland Aquatic Centre any good?

Sunderland Aquatic Centre is rated 4.0 out of 5 from 421 Google reviews.

### Is Sunderland Aquatic Centre indoors or outdoors?

Sunderland Aquatic Centre is indoors, so it works on a rainy day.

### What ages is Sunderland Aquatic Centre suitable for?

Sunderland Aquatic Centre suits all ages.

### Is Sunderland Aquatic Centre wheelchair accessible?

Sunderland Aquatic Centre has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet.

### Is there parking at Sunderland Aquatic Centre?

Yes: free car park, paid car park and paid street parking.

### How do I contact Sunderland Aquatic Centre?

Call Sunderland Aquatic Centre on +44 191 514 4300.

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