Ramadan extended hours 2026
Late-night access Monday to Thursday at Whitechapel and Mile End
Throughout Ramadan, Be Well is committed to supporting your physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing with more flexible opening hours.
From 17 February to 19 March, both Whitechapel Sports Centre and Mile End Park Leisure Centre will stay open until 12am (midnight) every Monday to Thursday, giving you extra time to move, restore and prioritise your wellness around fasting and prayer times.
This year continues a long-standing tradition of supporting our community during Ramadan. Mile End has offered extended Ramadan hours since 2010 and we’re proud to keep that commitment going while expanding access to Whitechapel as well.
Whether you’re looking for a peaceful late-night workout, mindful movement after iftar, or time to unwind in our sports spaces, our extended hours are here to help you stay well during the month.
Centres with extended hours:
- Whitechapel Sports Centre
- Mile End Park Leisure Centre
Extended Ramadan hours:
📅 From 17 Feb-19 March
🕛 Monday to Thursday: open until 12am (midnight)
🕛 Friday to Sunday: normal operating hours apply
Late-night access includes
- Gym facilities
- Sports hall sessions
- Multi-functional spaces
- Changing rooms and lockers
- Supportive Be Well staff on site throughout the evening
Wishing all those observing a peaceful, healthy and balanced Ramadan.
New saunas launch at Whitechapel Sports Centre
Tower Hamlets Council has invested a further £80,000 to install two new bespoke Aspen saunas at Whitechapel Sports Centre, continuing its commitment to improving leisure facilities and supporting healthier communities across the borough.
Following the successful refurbishment and upgrade of the historic spa at York Hall, the council has delivered brand-new saunas in both the male and female changing rooms at Whitechapel Sports Centre, enhancing the leisure experience for Be Well members to support health and wellbeing.
Before the leisure service was brought back in-house, the saunas at Whitechapel were closed due to refurbishment needs and longstanding access issues. As part of the new investment, the council has installed controlled access doors to ensure the saunas are safely managed, fully licensed and available to Be Well members.
The saunas are the first project delivered as part of an additional £1.5 million funding allocated in 2024 to tackle health inequalities and expand leisure provision.
This comes alongside Be Well’s New Year offers, designed to make health and wellbeing facilities more accessible and affordable. Current offers include:
- Four months for the price of three on all memberships
- A complimentary treatment with Anytime Plus Spa memberships
- Reduced junior membership prices to encourage active lifestyles
This latest investment builds on more than £4.8 million already invested across centres, including the York Hall spa refurbishment, improvements to Mile End Park Leisure Centre football pitches and essential system upgrades across all six centres.
Further improvements planned for 2026 include:
- New and reconfigured women-only gyms at Poplar Baths and Mile End
- Enhanced health suites at Whitechapel and Mile End
- Upgraded changing village at Mile End
- Inflatable activities across swimming centres
Cllr Kamrul Hussain, Cabinet Member for Culture and Recreation, said:
“At a time when leisure services across the country are under pressure, Tower Hamlets Council is choosing to invest in our community.
“This £80,000 investment at Whitechapel Sports Centre is about more than new saunas – it’s about removing barriers to health and wellbeing and ensuring residents have access to high-quality, affordable facilities close to home.
“By combining these upgrades with our New Year offers, we’re making it easier for people to take that first step – whether that means improving physical health, supporting mental wellbeing, or simply finding time for themselves.
“Bringing leisure services back in-house has allowed us to focus on what matters most: investing in facilities, listening to residents and building a Be Well service that is inclusive, accessible and designed around the needs of our community.”
Sauna usage is included in Be Well memberships and bookings can be made through the Be Well website and app.
New year’s offers 2026
2026: The year to Be Well.
Offers now extended to 28 February 2026!
Make this the year to invest in yourself and your wellbeing.
Whether you’re taking your first steps into the gym, training for your latest hyrox, or just looking for some well-deserved me time, we’re here to support you on your wellness journey.
We’ve got several offers to help you get started including:
📢 4 months for the price of 3!
Sign up for a 4 month membership and enjoy a free month on us. That’s an extra month of wellness, community and looking after your health.
This offer is available across all of our monthly memberships; whether you want to have it all with our ‘Be Well Anytime plus Spa’ membership, smash it with our badminton membership or indulge with a Be Well The Spa membership.
💆♂️ Get a free treatment when you sign up for an Anytime plus spa membership
Get a complimentary 25 minute treatment of your choice (excludes HydraFacials) when you sign up for an Anytime plus Spa membership.
That’s on top of all the other perks including 10% off treatments, unlimited thermal spa access, 3 guest passes and a complimentary birthday treatment!
🏊 £15 per month junior membership
Save 25% on our junior memberships for members aged 11-16 (normally £21 per month).
Access unlimited junior gym, swim and classes.
🎁All new members will be entered into our BIG Be Well prize draw!
PLUS you’ll get entered into our prize draw to have the chance of winning some amazing prizes including…
- A year’s Be Well Anytime plus Spa membership (worth over £1000!)
- Be Well The Spa massage treatment
- Be Well The Spa HydraFacial treatment
- Thermal spa experience vouchers
- Be Well day passes
- Activity vouchers
Make 2026 the year to Be Well.
Offers available for sign ups between 24 December 2025 and 28 February 2026.
Sign ups before 1 January can be paid for in advance, but will not start until 1 January 2026.
Free body conditioning class for National Fitness Day
🏋️♀️ Free Body Conditioning Class at Whitechapel Leisure Centre for National Fitness Day
Mark your calendars for Wednesday 24th September. We’re hosting a free body conditioning class at 12pm at Whitechapel Sports Centre to celebrate National Fitness Day. It’s the perfect opportunity to get moving, feel great, and be part of a nationwide celebration of physical activity.
💪 What to Expect
This body conditioning class is designed to work your entire body through a mix of cardio, strength, and flexibility exercises. Led by our experienced instructors, the session is suitable for all fitness levels – whether you’re a regular gym-goer or just curious to try something new.
Expect a fun, energising workout that will leave you feeling stronger, more confident, and ready to take on the rest of your day.
🗓️ About National Fitness Day
National Fitness Day is the UK’s biggest celebration of physical activity. It’s a chance for people of all ages and backgrounds to come together and experience the benefits of being active – whether that’s improved mental health, increased energy, or simply the joy of movement. Events like this free class are happening across the country to inspire everyone to get involved.
📍 Event Details
- What: Free Body Conditioning Class
- When: Wednesday 24th September at 12pm
- Where: Whitechapel Sports Centre
- Cost: Free and open to all
Whether you come alone or with a friend, you’ll be welcomed into a supportive and uplifting environment.
Let’s move together this National Fitness Day. We look forward to seeing you there!