Stour Centre

Stour Centre

Welcome to Stour Centre

Welcome to Stour Centre

Operated by Freedom Leisure one of the UK's largest not-for-profit charitable leisure trusts. Our aim is to "improve lives through leisure", providing affordable, inclusive and sustainable facilities that the whole community can enjoy, working in partnership with Ashford Borough Council

️ Learn to Swim for just £10!

️ Learn to Swim for just £10!

Join swimming lessons for just £10 at your local Freedom Leisure Centre and pay nothing more until January!

Upcoming Activities

Our Healthy Communities Team in Ashford

Our Healthy Communities Team in Ashford

We want to support the health of the nation enabling people to live longer, happier and healthier lives. 

As a not-for-profit charitable leisure trust, supporting individuals and communities to be more active and healthier is at the heart of everything we do. We believe in 'health at all ages'; we want the local communities we serve to have fun, feel welcome, included and empowered to live healthy lives. 

Frequently Asked Questions

What our existing customers say about us

How To Find Us

How To Find Us

Travelling to our centre is easy, and there are many different eco-friendly options available to help you get here! We are committed to supporting sustainable travel and reducing our carbon footprint. Here’s how you can help:

Green Travel Options:

Walking & Cycling: The Stour Centre is easily accessible on foot or by bike. We have dedicated bike racks available for secure parking, which are located in the underground car park near the lifts. Walking or cycling not only reduces your carbon footprint but also promotes a healthy lifestyle.

Public Transport: Several bus and train routes stop near our centre, making it convenient to travel sustainably. Check with your local public transport providers for the latest schedules and routes. The Stour Centre is situated just opposite Ashford International train station.

Car sharing: If driving is necessary, consider sharing a car with friends or family. Fewer cars on the road reduce emissions, and parking spaces are shared efficiently. We have a pay-&-display car park, and members get a limited parking session included if paid by cash. Just request a parking refund at reception. 

We are hiring! Come and join the team

We are hiring! Come and join the team

The leisure services we operate are highly valued and make a real difference to peoples' health and wellbeing on a very local level. Working for Freedom Leisure allows you to play a very positive, local role, improving lives through leisure and making a genuine difference in your community.