Facilities and Places
Discover facilities and places in Manchester to inspire you to move more.
Facilities and places to get active across Manchester
Manchester offers a wide range of facilities and places that make it easier for everyone to be active.
From local community leisure centres and world‑class elite venues, to parks, green spaces and informal active places, there are opportunities to move, play and take part across the city.
Explore the different types of facilities and places below to find what’s available near you.
Community Leisure
Manchester’s community leisure centres offer a wide range of leisure facilities to help you stay active, healthy and connected close to home.
From swimming pools and gyms to group exercise classes and multi‑use spaces, there’s something for all ages and abilities. Use our centre finder to discover your nearest Manchester leisure centre and explore what’s available in your local area.
Elite Centres
Manchester is home to internationally recognised Elite Training Centres (ETC’s), including venues such as the Manchester Aquatics Centre, National Taekwondo Centre and the National Cycling Centre.
These world‑class facilities support elite athletes and national governing bodies, while also offering opportunities for the public to train, take part in activities and attend events. Explore Manchester’s elite centres to find out what’s available and how you can book or get involved.
Did you know that you can ride the same velodrome, swim in the same pools, run on the same track as Olympic and Paralympic stars?
Parks & green spaces
Manchester features diverse parks and green spaces offering walking routes, cycling routes or simply a place to relax or play.
Explore parks and green spaces across the city and uncover Manchester’s natural attractions.
Active Places
Active Places are free or low‑cost spaces across Manchester that make it easy to be active every day.
These include outdoor gyms, multi‑use games areas, pump tracks, skate parks, walking and cycling routes, and other informal spaces designed for local communities to enjoy.
Use our Activity Finder to discover what’s available near you and start moving in ways that fit your lifestyle.
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