Leisure Centres and Pools

Leisure Centre and Pool Facilities – Upper Glasgow Council
Upper Glasgow Council is dedicated to promoting community wellbeing and health through its modern leisure and aquatic facilities. These venues are designed to support a wide range of recreational, sporting, and social activities, ensuring every resident has access to high-quality amenities that promote an active lifestyle.
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Fairweather Leisure Centre
Located in the heart of Fairweather, the Leisure Centre stands as a hub for fitness, sport, and family-friendly activities. The facility features:
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Fully Equipped Gym: Offering the latest in cardio and strength equipment, suitable for all fitness levels.
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Four Basketball Courts: Multipurpose courts available for basketball, netball, and community sports programs.
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25-Meter Indoor Lap Pool: Ideal for lap swimming, aquatic fitness classes, and swim training.
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Indoor Leisure Pool: A family-friendly pool with play features, perfect for children and casual swimmers.
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Steam Room & Sauna: Spaces dedicated to relaxation and wellness, supporting recovery and stress relief.
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Onsite Café: Serving healthy snacks, meals, and refreshments for visitors and families.
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Creche: Providing supervised care for young children, enabling parents to enjoy the centre’s facilities with peace of mind.
The Fairweather Leisure Centre is open seven days a week, with extended hours to accommodate early morning and evening users. The centre’s inclusive design ensures accessibility for all community members, and its programs cater to a diverse range of ages and abilities.
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Leiselville Pool
The Leiselville aquatic facility is a standout destination for swimmers and families, offering both indoor and outdoor options:
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50-Meter Outdoor Pool: A competition-standard pool suitable for lap swimming, squad training, and community events during the warmer months.
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25-Meter Indoor Pool: Available year-round, this pool supports learn-to-swim classes, rehabilitation, and recreational swimming regardless of weather.
Leiselville Pool is managed to the highest standards of safety and cleanliness, with lifeguards on duty and regular maintenance. The facility is a popular venue for school carnivals, local swim clubs, and community gatherings.
Community Impact
These facilities are central to Upper Glasgow’s vision of a vibrant, healthy, and connected community. In the past year alone, there were over 152,000 visits to the council’s leisure and pool venues, reflecting their popularity and importance to residents of all ages. Ongoing upgrades and responsive management ensure that the centres remain welcoming, accessible, and equipped to meet the evolving needs of the community.