Community facility
The Portland Centre
The Portland Centre is a community facility operated by Notts County Foundation, on Muskham Street in the Meadows. The facility offers a wide variety of excellent sporting facilities and is open to all within the local community.
As a charity which is passionate about using the power of sport to empower a diverse community, Notts County Foundation wants to extend an invitation to anyone and everyone within the local area to come and benefit from the centre's excellent facilities.
Membership prices
- Gym: £17.50
- Swim: £17.50
- Gym and swim: £23.50
Individual classes included in specific memberships. £5.00 admin fee applies. 30 days notice required to cancel anytime, in line with your payment date.
Timetable
Pool timetable
Effective September 2026.
| Day | Time | Session |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 7:00 – 9:15 | Lane Swim * |
| 9:30 – 10:15 | Aquafit | |
| 12:00 – 14:00 | General Swim | |
| 16:00 – 18:45 | Swim School *** | |
| 20:30 – 22:00 | Lane Swim * | |
| Tuesday | 7:00 – 9:00 | Lane Swim * |
| 9:00 – 10:00 | Ladies Only | |
| 11:00 – 13:00 | General Swim | |
| 13:00 – 15:00 | School Swimming *** | |
| 16:00 – 18:00 | Swim School *** | |
| 18:00 – 19:00 | Lane Swim * | |
| 19:00 – 20:00 | General Swim | |
| 20:00 – 21:00 | Swim School *** | |
| 21:00 – 22:00 | Lane Swim * | |
| Wednesday | 7:00 – 9:15 | Lane Swim * |
| 9:30 – 10:15 | Aquafit | |
| 10:30 – 12:00 | Wellbeing Swim ** | |
| 12:00 – 14:00 | General Swim | |
| 18:00 – 19:00 | Lane Swim * | |
| 20:00 – 21:00 | General Swim | |
| 21:00 – 22:00 | Lane Swim * | |
| Thursday | 7:00 – 9:15 | Lane Swim * |
| 11:00 – 13:00 | General Swim | |
| 13:00 – 15:00 | School Swimming *** | |
| 16:00 – 18:45 | Swim School *** | |
| 20:00 – 21:00 | General Swim | |
| 21:00 – 22:00 | Lane Swim * | |
| Friday | 7:00 – 8:00 | Lane Swim * |
| 8:00 – 9:00 | Ladies Only | |
| 9:00 – 10:30 | Swim School *** | |
| 10:30 – 12:00 | Wellbeing Swim ** | |
| 12:00 – 13:00 | General Swim | |
| 13:00 – 15:00 | School Swimming *** | |
| 16:00 – 18:45 | Swim School *** | |
| 21:00 – 22:00 | Lane Swim * | |
| Saturday | 8:30 – 11:30 | Swim School *** |
| 12:00 – 13:00 | General Swim | |
| 13:00 – 14:00 | General Swim | |
| Sunday | 8:30 – 10:30 | Lane Swim * |
| 11:00 – 14:00 | General Swim |
* Lane Swim is for competent swimmers who want to swim lengths. ** The Wellbeing Swim is for those struggling with their physical or mental wellbeing. *** Swim School lessons and School Swimming run during term time only. Swim School places are booked through Portland Swim School; School Swimming sessions are booked by local schools.
All sessions have a limited number of spaces — please book to avoid disappointment by calling 0115 859 9968 or visiting reception. Children under the age of 8 must always be accompanied by an adult in the water (supervision ratio: 1 adult to 1 child under 5, and 1 adult to 2 children aged 5–7). The pool timetable is subject to change; NCF reserves the right to alter or cancel sessions, but will endeavour to keep disruption to a minimum.
Lessons
Portland Swim School
Portland Swim School delivers lessons to children and adults, based on the Swim England learn to swim framework. Lessons are open to swimmers from the age of six months, and run during term time only.
- Pre School — from 6 months to 3 years, building water confidence through fun and games
- Learn to Swim — stages 1–7, learning the skills to be a confident and able swimmer
- Aquatic Skills — stages 8–10, building skills and stamina for other aquatic disciplines
- Adult Swimming — ages 16 and over, for complete beginners or stroke improvement
£6.40 per child, per session · £8.40 per adult, per session
Payment is required at the beginning of every half term. Prices subject to change.
To enquire or book a place, email kath.radmall@theportlandcentre.co.uk or call 0115 859 9968.
Timetable
Class timetable
Effective September 2026.
| Day | Time | Class |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 9:30 – 10:15 | Aquafit |
| 17:15 – 18:00 | Circuit Training | |
| 18:00 – 19:00 | Yoga (Restorative) | |
| Tuesday | 19:00 – 20:00 | Yoga (Restorative) |
| Wednesday | 9:30 – 10:15 | Aquafit |
| 17:15 – 18:00 | H.I.I.T & Core | |
| 18:00 – 19:00 | Zumba | |
| Thursday | 18:00 – 19:00 | Yoga (Hatha) |
| Friday | 7:15 – 8:00 | Circuit Training |
Individual classes are included in specific memberships. Spaces are limited — please book by calling 0115 859 9968 or visiting reception. The class timetable is subject to change; NCF reserves the right to alter or cancel classes, but will endeavour to keep disruption to a minimum.
Contact the Portland Centre
To enquire about facilities, classes or membership: 0115 859 9968 · info@theportlandcentre.co.uk