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Zest Centre

Sheffield, United Kingdom•4.4(423)•Library, Swimming Pool

Discover a vibrant community wellness centre offering swimming, gym facilities, exercise classes, library services, and activities for all ages and abilities.

Zest Centre is a flagship community building in Sheffield dedicated to improving lives and increasing access to health, education, leisure, and recreational facilities for all sections of the community. The venue features a swimming pool (currently undergoing refurbishment with expected reopening in late January), modern gym facilities, and a comprehensive range of exercise classes suitable for various fitness levels. Beyond fitness, the centre offers a library and IT suite, employment support services, and dedicated activities and programmes for children and young people. Food Works Upperthorpe provides on-site dining options, making it convenient for families to spend extended time at the venue. The centre operates with extended opening hours throughout the week, from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM on weekdays, making it accessible for working families. Zest is designed as a community-led initiative that brings people together, offering health courses, volunteering opportunities, room hire for meetings, and advice services. The venue is pushchair friendly and dog friendly, accommodating families with young children and pets. Whether families are looking to pursue fitness goals, access educational resources, or participate in community activities, Zest provides an inclusive and welcoming environment suitable for visitors of all ages and backgrounds.
OFFICIAL WEBSITE

Opening Hours

Monday: 07:00 – 20:00
Tuesday: 07:00 – 20:00
Wednesday: 07:00 – 20:00
Thursday: 07:00 – 20:00
Friday: 07:00 – 20:00
Saturday: 07:00 – 17:30
Sunday: 09:00 – 14:30

Venue Details

Venue Type

Indoor

Typical visit duration

All day

Booking

Walk-in or book in advance

What this place offers

ToiletsToilets
Public transportPublic transport nearby
Accessible toilets
Free WiFi
Baby changingBaby changing facilities
Food available
On-site parking
🐕Dog-friendly
Parking nearby
Pushchair friendlyPushchair friendly

☕ Food & Drink

Food Works Upperthorpe

Community café run by chefs and local volunteers offering food services

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Google Reviews

4.4(423 reviews)
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4 months ago

You want to read in a quiet place ? Don't come here. Most people use it as a park. Parent don't play their role and they barely speak English. Children's scream all over and run everywhere. I haven't seen a single human reading a book in that library. The good old days are gone..

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Atia N

Atia N

5 months ago

Love the library, work spaces, cafe and the gym. The people are absolutely lovely and it is a great place to get things done.

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K Mahmood

K Mahmood

12 months ago

The swimming pool is an absolute nightmare. I’ve never been to such a dirty swimming pool. It’s overcrowded with women just standing and not swimming, you cannot do laps in this pool as a lot of people just mess around. Everytime I swam I could see chunks of brown substance floating around, hair everywhere as most of the women in the session did not wear a swim cap, and other unusual substances in the pool, it looks like it’s not cleaned enough. I’ve been here two times and both times the pool has been dirty despite me telling staff as such, it looks like it isn’t cleaned often. You also feel out of place and uninvited if your not a part of the community who attend often. The changing rooms are filthy, not a single cubicle is clean, I didn’t even go near the showers so can’t comment on that. I will not be going here again I hope the team can encourage regularly cleaning of the pool and for users to wear swim caps and respect pool clothing rules.

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Amber

Amber

a year ago

Unfortunately, me and my girlfriend had an uncomfortable experience at Zest's swimming pool today. It doesn't feel like a welcoming place if you're not part of a certain religious group. We were stared at the whole time by the other customers. We experienced homophobic comments from other women in the pool for simply being two women with short hair. We left our swim session early as a result, wasting our money. This feels harsh as it's not necessarily the fault of Zest themselves how their customers behave. But I advise that you should avoid if you're LGBT. The pool was also extremely busy and unsuitable for actual swimming. It was full of people socialising or just splashing about, blocking room those who were trying to swim. This was a 16+ only session, so it wasn't even kids playing. The changing room is also very cramped and difficult to navigate when busy. The whole place doesn't feel clean either. It's a shame that my local pool doesn't feel welcoming to me.

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Abayomi Abibat

Abayomi Abibat

a year ago

Fantastic place to be in! Looks small on the outside but perfect planning/space management on the inside. Maybe an extractor is needed in the cafeteria area as it can be too smell clustered sometimes but other than that? Fantastic. I also love that it has women only gym, and the equipment in there are fab! Specifically targets areas we ladies might need help toning.

Reviews last updated: 7 October 2026

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This venue was last updated on 7 October 2026

Frequently asked questions about Zest Centre

Is Zest Centre free to visit?

Zest Centre is a paid attraction — see the official website for current ticket prices.

Is Zest Centre dog-friendly?

Yes, dogs are welcome at Zest Centre.

Is there parking at Zest Centre?

Zest Centre doesn't have on-site parking, but parking is available nearby.

Is there food at Zest Centre?

Yes — Food Works Upperthorpe is on site at Zest Centre. Community café run by chefs and local volunteers offering food services

Is Zest Centre pushchair-friendly?

Yes, Zest Centre is pushchair, pram and buggy friendly — most areas are step-free so you can navigate easily with little ones in tow.

How long should we plan to spend at Zest Centre?

Zest Centre is a full-day experience — plan accordingly.

How do I get to Zest Centre by public transport?

Zest Centre is well-served by public transport.

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