• SERVICE NOTICE 

    The showers in the men’s indoor changing room will be closed all day on Friday 7 August due to improvement works.

    The toilets in the indoor changing area will remain open. During this time, please use the outdoor shower facilities. We apologise for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.

John Orwell Multi sports camp

*New* summer multi-sports camp for children age 8+. 
This high energy sports camp is perfect for keeping the kids active, entertained and smiling during the school holidays. 
 
Sessions available:
Mondays – Wednesdays,
9.30am – 12.30pm and 2-5pm. 

Bookable under ‘John Orwell’ -> ‘Summer activities’ 

Book now

John Orwell Sports Centre

Nestled in Wapping on Tench Street, John Orwell Sports Centre has a state-of-the-art gym boasting incredible views of the City of London and our studio offers weekly fitness classes including circuits and yoga. The sports hall is a dynamic space where you can play badminton, basketball, volleyball and more. 

You can step out onto our astro turf pitches for football and hockey or make use of our multipurpose games area for netball and tennis. If you are a junior member, we have got you covered with football, basketball, trampolining, gymnastics, and even birthday parties!

Be Well at John Orwell Sports Centre – where health, wellness, and play unite.

 Contact Us
  • Address:
    Tench Street, Wapping, Tower Hamlets, London, E1W 2QD

  • Opening Times:
    Mon-Fri | 06:30-22:00
    Sat-Sun | 09:00-17:00

    Bank holidays | 09:00-17:00

Facilities

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55 station fitness gym

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Four-court sports hall

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Studio

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2G Astro turf

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Tennis court

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Two netball courts (one inside and one outdoors). Book directly with centre.

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Timetables

Where to find us & accessibility

  • Accessible toilet

  • Accessible changing

  • Accessible parking

Become a Member

Can’t decide which leisure centre to sign up for? 
Our memberships allow you to access to all six of our leisure centres.
About Us

Be Well, run by Tower Hamlets Council, provides leisure services to support residents’ journeys to healthier lifestyles through health, wellness and play.

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