Ongoing / Weekly Events

Social Clubs and Fitness for Older People

Swimming

• Free for over-60s at city council's leisure centres

Free Activities

• Activities such as swimming, aqua aerobics, aerobics, badminton and more. Find out at your local leisure centre.
• There is something to suit all levels of fitness

• The changing focus within leisure is to support the older generation to keep active and highlights that leisure centres are not just for the young and fit, but those with a drive to improve their overall health.

Social Events

• Activities designed to keep you fit, active and provide a great opportunity to socialise and meet up with others

• Some of the 50+ groups also organise outings and holidays together

• Pop along get to know other like-minded people, have fun and maybe even do a spot of exercise at the same time!

For a free 50+ active brochure:  

Email sports.marketing@leicester.gov.uk

or download online from this Older Adults page on our Sports website.

[Please note that anyone over 60 who is unsure whether they should exercise for other health reasons should contact their GP for advice.]

Leicester Museums & Galleries

Leicester's six museum sites are all free to visit. Collections include natural history, art, world culture, Victorian technology, vintage vehicles, social and military history, archaeology and medieval architecture. 

Telephone: 0116 225 4980

Email: museums@leicester.gov.uk

Website: www.leicester.gov.uk/museumsandgalleries

Libraries - Toddler Times / Under 5's Sessions (each week)

Grandparents, why not bring your grandkids? many do...

"My grandson and I look forward to our regular visit to toddler time. He is completely at home in the library and comfortable with the process of choosing books and returning them."  [Jean Miller, Westcotes]

• Drop-in sessions offering toys, stories, activities and help with choosing books;

• Fun and free in all Leicester Libraries.

More details can be found at Toddler Times / Under 5's Sessions.

One Pass (Pensioners Passport)

• Discounts and offers only available to those aged 60+.

• Available from May 2010

More details about this can be found at One Pass (Pensioners Passport).