John Smeaton Leisure Centre
📍 Smeaton Approach, Barwick Rd, Leeds LS15 8TA, UK
About John Smeaton Leisure Centre
John Smeaton Leisure Centre is a popular activity hub located in Leeds, offering a range of facilities for the local community and visitors. Known for its well-maintained environment, it provides a welcoming space for individuals and families seeking active pursuits. With a strong Google rating of 4.4/5 stars from 100 reviews, it is a highly regarded centre.
The centre's main attraction is its swimming pool, which serves as a key resource for both casual swims and structured lessons. Customer feedback often highlights the effectiveness of the swimming and gymnastics coaches, who are praised for their passion and ability to encourage participants. The centre also hosts Leeds gymnastics sessions, offering diverse activities for various age groups and skill levels.
Visiting Information
John Smeaton Leisure Centre operates with extensive hours, typically opening from early morning until late evening on weekdays, and from morning until late afternoon on weekends. For accessibility, the centre provides wheelchair accessible parking and an accessible entrance, aiming to accommodate all visitors.
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📍 Smeaton Approach, Barwick Rd, Leeds LS15 8TA, UK
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Showing 5 of 100 reviews from Google Maps.Last updated 8 February 2026.
First time for a swim today. The centre seemed clean and tge reception lady was helpfull. Unfortunately the male changing area, toilets and shared changing areas were disgusting with an overwhelming smell of urine which I'm sure was trailed over the floors. I nearly didn't swim but decided to try the pool. The pool seemed OK but I could see people walking on this floor straight into the pool. I decided not to shower post swim and showered at home. Put all my clothes in washer and even disinfected my footware. I advised reception staff and they said they would investigate. I think it is just years of use. Leeds council- this centre need a serious deep clean or alternatively a full renovation of the changing areas. I will not be using this centre again.
My daughter and I was attending the centre to use the pool 19/7/25. Unfortunately, the wait in the queue was nearly 20 minutes, as there was only one person on the desk. The queue stretched out the doors & slightly round the corner, & it was bucketing it down. Aside from that, we had a great time. We were in for about 14:30pm for an hour. There was a member of staff in the changing room, a very kind lady who gave us a coin for the lockers, she was very kind to my daughter & quite welcoming. A kind attitude & good mannerisms go a long way, so we were grateful. Will looking forwards to returning.
I take my daughter here swimming and gymnastics. Brilliant facilities. Swimming coaches are amazing and they get tue best efforts from the kids. Leeds gymnastics hold sessions there, tue coaches are amazing also. There are so many coaches and it’s clear how passionate they are about gymnastics and the progress of the kids.
Perfectly average pool, in need of hair dryers in the changing rooms like the other pools around Leeds
Gym great , pool is ok too 👌