Cultural and Leisure Services

Free Swimming in the School Holidays

There's a wide range of holiday activities for children at each of our main centres. And don't forget - there's FREE swimming for kids throughout the school holidays.

All children resident on the Island up to the age of 15 can swim for free* during school holidays.

The offer is available at the pools operated by the Isle of Wight Council at

• Medina Leisure Centre
• The Heights Leisure Centre

Free swimming is available to any child with a Junior One Card – forms are available from all our pools – a signature from a parent or guardian is required.

There’s no limit to the number of times you swim during the school holidays but, as with all our activities, participation is subject to availability.  Free swimming is subject to set session times.

If you haven’t already got a Junior One Card, pick up a form today and start swimming! Please note this offer is available only to Isle of Wight residents.

* During casual sessions only

Free swimming for under 16s is also available at West Wight Swimming Pool, Freshwater.