Swim Free Programme

Cheshire East Council is participating in the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) Swim Free Programme.

The programme aims to get two million people more active by 2012 and has been designed to attract new participants as well as encouraging existing swimmers to participate more often.

The programme is available to those aged 16 and under and those aged 60 and over.

Everybody who wishes to take part in the scheme will need to register for a membership card to gain access. Download an application form (PDF, 102KB) and return it to any Cheshire East swimming pool with your £2 registration fee to get your Swim Free card.

Swim Free - Terms & Conditions

1. Free swimming is available to customers aged 16 and under and those aged 60 and over. Please bring suitable proof of age to the facility when you apply. Please note there will be a £2 one-off registration fee from 1st June.
2. The scheme is only offered to the named holder of the Swim Free card, the card is not transferrable.
3. You will need to bring your card with you on each visit to access swimming free of charge. Those attending without their card will be charged the normal full price for that activity
4. Cheshire East Council must be informed of any change of details to the named card holder.
5. The scheme is available at all pools within Cheshire East Council however a separate application may be required for facilities within each of the former district areas of Congleton, Crewe & Nantwich and Macclesfield.
6. The scheme is available during normal public swimming sessions as advertised by individual swimming pools. Free swimming is not available during instructional sessions, private hire sessions or fun sessions.
7. Admissions policies for those under 8 years of age apply at all Cheshire East Council swimming pools. These policies may vary according to local conditions at the pool. Please check with the individual facility before your visit.
8. Cheshire East Council reserves the right to withdraw or amend any of the above conditions at any time without notice.
9. Please keep your card safe as a £5 administration fee will be charged for any future replacement.
10. For security purposes, your photograph may be taken when your card is issued in order to identify you as the cardholder on subsequent visits.
    

For more information about the programme, visit the DCMS Website.