Keeping fit this winter

Cycling

For those who love to explore on two wheels, winter doesn’t have to mean packing away the bike. With the right gear and a sense of adventure, cycling can be a refreshing way to stay active during the colder months. Whether you're commuting, trail riding, or just enjoying a scenic loop, our exploring by bicycle blog offers inspiration. Plus, we’ve included links to local bike shops where you can stock up on winter cycling essentials to help you prepare for your next ride.

Health and fitness clubs

Whether you're an early riser, a night owl, or someone with a packed schedule, there’s a gym in the borough to suit your lifestyle. Several gyms, including Anytime Fitness, The Gym Group at St Michael's Retail Park, JD Gyms on Viables Business Park, and Jetts at Chineham Shopping, offer 24/7 access, perfect for those who prefer to train outside traditional hours or are shift workers. 

If you are looking for something with other facilities such as a pool, tennis courts or group fitness classes then take a look at these.

• Beechdown – not just somewhere to exercise but somewhere to relax and unwind or enjoy a great coffee. Members can enjoy access to a gym with cardio and resistance machines, exercise classes, an indoor pool, tennis, squash and badminton courts. They also have childcare for under 8s.
• Basingstoke Sports Centre – located in the Festival Place, includes squash courts, a large gym, a women-only gym, and studios offering a variety of classes, from Pilates, Zumba, Spinning, to HIIT. It also offers swimming lessons for babies and toddlers up to three years old.
• Village Gym Basingstoke – enjoy group activities with over 400 classes. The wellbeing club also features an indoor, heated swimming pool, sauna, whirlpool and steam room. Plus, every weekend the children can enjoy some pool time with Splash 'n' Swim sessions.

Other pools

If you are looking for a more leisurely swim on an ad-hoc basis then there are a number of pools around Basingstoke and Deane:

• The Aquadrome at Basingstoke Leisure Park has a range of swimming sessions, from family swims for all ages to lane swimming and casual swimming for those looking to improve their fitness.
• Tadley Health and Fitness Centre has a 25m swimming pool, great for improving your fitness, lane swimming or learning to swim.
• You’ll find a 23-metre, four-lane swimming pool at Queen Mary's College which is open throughout the week for lane swimming, family swims and aqua aerobics.

Exercise Classes

There are no shortage of exercise classes in Basingstoke and Deane, a quick google search for your preferred type of class will provide many options. It’s also worth checking out your local community centre or hall as many are held in these venues.

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October 2025