Enjoy a state-of-the-art sports facility featuring a 25-metre swimming pool, climbing wall and sports hall, open to the public with expert instruction and family sessions.

The Perse Sports Centre is a brand new public sports facility in Cambridge offering a comprehensive range of activities for families and individuals of all ages. The venue features a 25-metre swimming pool, a 10.5-metre climbing wall, and a dedicated sports hall, all operated by experienced and certified staff including lifeguards, swimming teachers and climbing coaches. Families can enjoy children's swimming lessons from Stages 1-10, climbing and bouldering courses at levels 1-4, and family or lane swimming sessions. The centre also offers pay-and-play badminton and tennis, NICAS climbing courses, and coach-led climbing sessions. For younger children and those new to water, the facility provides a safe and supportive environment through its structured lesson programs. Open seven days a week, the venue caters to various experience levels and ages, from young children taking their first swimming lessons to experienced climbers. Special activity camps and crash courses are regularly offered, such as the October Half Term Adventure Days. All activities require booking in advance, and the centre is accessible via Long Road in Cambridge with clear facilities and amenities.

Venue Details

What this place offers

Toilets

Public transport nearby

Accessible toilets

Free WiFi

Baby changing facilities

Food available

On-site parking

🐕Dog-friendly

Parking nearby

Pushchair friendly

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Lana

2 months ago

Excellent experience at the Climbing Wall at a pay and climb session. Lovely members of staff and it's airconned so nice and cool. It's a hidden gem as I didn't realise it was open to the public!

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Guy Naamati

3 months ago

Great venue for sports but parking is always a bit tight and chaotic. Hopefully they will add more parking in the future.

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Elizabeth H

8 months ago

Very impressive climbing wall, has to be the tallest in Cambridge. Brand new, fantastic centre and reasonably priced swimming lessons, bouldering and climbing lessons and indoor court hire. Perfect for our British weather.

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Hannah Floyd

9 months ago

It looks and feels like someone dropped 10 million pounds on this spot. The large atrium is warm and spacious, with teas, coffees, and snacks from a vending machine. There are some plug points available. The climbing wall is incredible 😀and my son says the way it's designed gives a steady progression between the levels unlike the other walls in Cambridge. There is a limited number of toilet facilities in the atrium which is rather a design flaw. I haven't tried the swimming or other sport offers there.

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Alice Wai

a year ago

No power supply nor socket for electric device in the waiting area. Only three toilets for the whole sport centre? Below average as new build sports centre. Disappointed associated with a famous school.

Reviews last updated: 7 October 2026