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The South East offers a great mix of coastal and urban facilities. If you're traveling along the coast, Brighton's seafront has free outdoor showers along the promenade-basic cold-water rinse stations, but perfect after a swim or beach day.
For something warmer, the university cities are worth knowing about. Oxford and Reading both have campus sports facilities that open to the public during university holidays, often at good rates. The regular council leisure centres run by Freedom Leisure and Places Leisure are scattered throughout the region and offer reliable access.
If you're catching a ferry from Southampton or Portsmouth, both port areas have facilities nearby for freshening up before or after a crossing. The same goes for Gatwick Airport-several hotels in the area offer day rooms if you need more than just a quick shower.
Good to know: Beach facilities along the coast typically operate May through September only. Indoor leisure centres are your year-round fallback.
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Free beach showers along the promenade, plus Prince Regent Swimming Complex
Port area facilities and Quays Swimming & Diving Complex
Good options near the ferry terminal for travelers
University sports facilities with public access during holidays
Rivermead Leisure Complex and several budget gym options
Kingsmead Leisure Centre in the city centre
Free cold-water rinse stations along the coast, seasonal (May-Sept)
Freedom Leisure and Places Leisure operate throughout the region
Oxford and Reading campuses open to public during holidays
Particularly useful near Gatwick Airport and ferry ports
Budget: Beach showers are free. Council leisure centres charge £4-8 for swim access.
Mid-range: Budget gyms and sports centres typically £8-12 for day access.
Premium: Hotel day rooms near airports and ports start around £30-50.
Coastal facilities are weather-dependent and seasonal. If you're visiting outside summer months, check opening times in advance. The region is well-connected by rail, so hopping between towns to find an open facility is straightforward.
Brighton's Sea Lanes pool on the seafront combines swimming with stunning views, and the showers are excellent.