While some facilities, including the swimming pool, are currently unavailable, we’ve set up a temporary gym so you can keep up your fitness routine. You’ll also have access to over 60 fitness classes each week and racquet sports at our temporary Northgate facility. We’re also offering a temporary membership for Brio Northgate only at just £17.95, so you can stay active throughout the refurbishment.
stay active your way at brio northgate.
Brio Northgate in the heart of Chester city centre is undergoing an exciting refurbishment! While improvements are underway, the centre remains partially open — with access to fitness classes, a fully equipped gym, and racquet sports in the sports hall.
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Gym
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Pool
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Dance Studio
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Sports Hall
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Fitness Classes
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Aqua Classes
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Birthday Parties
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Cafe
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Health Suite
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Squash Courts
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Water Slide
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Activity Room
Opening hours
Today: 06:30 - 22:00
- Mon - Fri06:30 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun08:00 - 20:00
- Christmas Hours06:30 - 19:00
- Christmas Hours08:00 - 19:00
- Christmas Hours06:30 - 19:00
temporary price
brio northgate membership
Take advantage of a special reduced-price membership available only at Brio Northgate during our refurbishment period.
- Exclusive to Brio Northgate
- Full access to the Brio Northgate gym
- Over 60 weekly fitness classes
- Off peak Racquet Sports
- Exclusive deals, challenges and giveaways via the Brio Leisure App
£17.95 per month
facilities
accessibility at northgate
We’re all about making our centre a place everyone can enjoy. Discover the accessibility facilities and services we have in place.
fitness at northgate
Brio Northgate located in Chester city centre currently boasts a spacious gym filled with the latest fitness equipment, along with a wide variety of fitness classes - all while the rest of the site gets a fresh new look!
Available at this centre:
- Gym
- Fitness Classes
- Spin Studio
- Sports Hall
swimming at northgate
The pools are currently closed whilst the centre is undergoing a refurbishment. Our pools are due to reopen again in spring 2026!
Facilities at this centre will include:
- Aqua Classes
- Main Pool
- Small Pool
- Water Slide
sports at northgate
You can still book a court and enjoy some badminton or other sports in our sports hall. Squash will be back in spring 2026!
Facilities at this centre include:
- Badminton
- Basketball
- Football
- Pickleball
- Table Tennis
cafe at northgate
While Brio Northgate undergoes its refurbishment, cafe facilities are unavailable.
wellbeing at northgate
Staying healthy goes beyond just physical fitness - it’s about overall wellbeing! Explore the services available at this centre:
- Falls Prevention
- Stop Smoking Support
- Adult Weight Management
swimming lessons at northgate
Brio’s swimming lessons follow the Swim England Learn to Swim Framework and support young children through to adults about water confidence and skills.
Available at Brio Northgate:
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Swim England stages 1–7 (Ages 4+)
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Advanced stages 8–10
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Free unlimited swimming with active lessons
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Tots sessions for younger children
- 1-2-1 adult sessions at a time that suits you
Use our live chat below to find the best starting point for you and your child.
how to find us
Getting to the centre is simple, with on-site parking available. You can also plan your journey using local bus, train, cycling, and walking routes.
Bus routes and timetables: Cheshire West and Chester Timetable Planner.
Active travel walk/cycle routes: Cheshire West and Chester Active Travel.
Train travel: Cheshire West and Chester Trains
Parking: Available on site at Brio Northgate, Victoria Rd, Chester CH2 2AU
reduce your carbon emissions
We’re working toward a greener future through our Green Travel Plan and encouraging customers to consider more sustainable ways to visit the centre, including:
- Car sharing with friends, family, or other centre users.
- Using local buses or nearby train stations to cut fuel use.
- Walking or cycling shorter journeys, supported by local active travel routes.
brio active card
Join our new and exclusive Active Card club for our pay-as-you-go customers.
fitness classes
Join us for fitness classes 7 days a week!
aqua classes
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