The Parks Sports Centre

About The Parks Sports Centre

The Parks Sports Centre is one of five leisure facilities operated by North Tyneside Council, located on Howdon Road in North Shields. It is among the borough's larger community sports venues, bringing together indoor and outdoor provision on a single site and forming part of the council's Contours membership network, which bundles gym access with swimming at other centres, fitness classes and wellness support such as nutrition guidance.

The centre offers a Contours gym, exercise class studios, a sports hall and artificial pitches, along with a soft play area and a sensory room for younger visitors. It also features both indoor and outdoor bowling greens and meeting rooms available for community use. The facility is designed with accessibility in mind, providing disabled parking spaces, accessible ramps, hearing loops, lifts and multiple accessible changing facilities. The gym opens early on weekdays, making it a practical option for those exercising before work.

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