Jellybeanz Posted August 6, 2024 Share Posted August 6, 2024 They now have strict numbers for swimming but some people seem to stroll in halfway through the session I assume without a booking so the pool gets so crowded especially with babies and kids that nobody can relax and swim. Staff don't care, including lifeguards. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/349073-too-many-swimmers-dulwich-leisure-centre/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpringTime Posted August 6, 2024 Share Posted August 6, 2024 Go to a river Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/349073-too-many-swimmers-dulwich-leisure-centre/#findComment-1675088 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jellybeanz Posted August 6, 2024 Author Share Posted August 6, 2024 Thames? Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/349073-too-many-swimmers-dulwich-leisure-centre/#findComment-1675090 Share on other sites More sharing options...
QueenMab Posted August 6, 2024 Share Posted August 6, 2024 Get in the sea. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/349073-too-many-swimmers-dulwich-leisure-centre/#findComment-1675118 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sue Posted August 6, 2024 Share Posted August 6, 2024 Take it up with the management. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/349073-too-many-swimmers-dulwich-leisure-centre/#findComment-1675122 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tuffstuff100 Posted August 6, 2024 Share Posted August 6, 2024 You pay for the slot but you can arrive at any point. I often go at 1245 for the 1200 to 1330 slot. There shouldn't be any lane swimmers when parent and kids are there so if that's the case then raise with mgmt. 1 1 Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/349073-too-many-swimmers-dulwich-leisure-centre/#findComment-1675125 Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeckhamNicola Posted August 7, 2024 Share Posted August 7, 2024 Peckham Pulse pool is so much better than E Dulwich one. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/349073-too-many-swimmers-dulwich-leisure-centre/#findComment-1675138 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sue Posted August 7, 2024 Share Posted August 7, 2024 (edited) On 06/08/2024 at 21:18, Tuffstuff100 said: You pay for the slot but you can arrive at any point. I often go at 1245 for the 1200 to 1330 slot. There shouldn't be any lane swimmers when parent and kids are there so if that's the case then raise with mgmt. Expand Yes, it's my understanding that the lane swimming is completely separate sessions. I thought that the family sessions were for people who just want to enjoy themselves playing about in the water, or for new or scared swimmers who are still getting used to walking about in the pool, rather than seriously swimming in it. But maybe things have changed, it's a while since I've been. Edited August 7, 2024 by Sue Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/349073-too-many-swimmers-dulwich-leisure-centre/#findComment-1675143 Share on other sites More sharing options...
claresy Posted August 7, 2024 Share Posted August 7, 2024 You definitely can't 'stroll in'. You have to book and often well in advance - if you turn up you would only be able to get in if there's a space and you pay. And as someone else said you can come at any point during the session. There are no families/young kids in the lane swim sessions and if you want a quiet swim you need to book for a lane session! It's much easier to get a last-minute swim at Peckham but obviously not as convenient if you're in ED - and I like the glass ceiling at the ED pool, plus the showers are better. 2 1 2 Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/349073-too-many-swimmers-dulwich-leisure-centre/#findComment-1675150 Share on other sites More sharing options...
jazzer Posted August 7, 2024 Share Posted August 7, 2024 Oh, such first world problems, if you're disgruntled about "over crowding" as someone has already said, go discuss it with the management or whoever is on duty. Venting here is highly unlikley to make any difference, unless you're trying to see if others have a similar experience to you 1 Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/349073-too-many-swimmers-dulwich-leisure-centre/#findComment-1675160 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dogkennelhillbilly Posted August 7, 2024 Share Posted August 7, 2024 That's a bit harsh on the OP. But it is the middle of summer and schools are on holiday, so it's a busy time. If the OP is worried that it's dangerously overcrowded, then it's fair enough to ask the staff about it. Otherwise - schools are back at the beginning of September and it'll be much quieter then. 2 Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/349073-too-many-swimmers-dulwich-leisure-centre/#findComment-1675191 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jules-and-Boo Posted August 7, 2024 Share Posted August 7, 2024 Lane swimming and open pool should be scheduled at different times, and children should not be allowed in lane swimming unless they are doing that activity. Not clear if the staff are mixing the two up, or if too many lane swimmers are being admitted. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/349073-too-many-swimmers-dulwich-leisure-centre/#findComment-1675195 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ctovey Posted August 7, 2024 Share Posted August 7, 2024 If you book on line, it will tell you if it is a lane swim/ family swim/ mens/ladies session. If you book in person or by phone, you should ask for lane swim/ family swim etc. I have never seen babies / children in the lane sessions I have attended and I'm sure the lifeguards / other attendees would notice and raise it. 1 Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/349073-too-many-swimmers-dulwich-leisure-centre/#findComment-1675199 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sue Posted August 7, 2024 Share Posted August 7, 2024 (edited) On 07/08/2024 at 16:55, ctovey said: If you book on line, it will tell you if it is a lane swim/ family swim/ mens/ladies session. If you book in person or by phone, you should ask for lane swim/ family swim etc. I have never seen babies / children in the lane sessions I have attended and I'm sure the lifeguards / other attendees would notice and raise it. Expand Also it should be clear at the time of the session, because for lane swimming the pool is divided into lanes (fast, slow etc) whereas for the family/open swim or whatever it's called, it isn't. It wouldn't be appropriate to have babies in the lane swimming sessions, and I've never seen children in them so I have no idea if there's an age limit, however presumably they would have to be able to swim and be able to go in the deep end (not that it's very deep at Dulwich!) But I haven't been there during school holidays. Edited August 7, 2024 by Sue Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/349073-too-many-swimmers-dulwich-leisure-centre/#findComment-1675209 Share on other sites More sharing options...
claresy Posted August 8, 2024 Share Posted August 8, 2024 As mentioned above there are no children in the lane swims and they are separate sessions. Lane swims are usually early, lunchtime and evenings in the week. It shows clearly if it's a lane swim or a public swim when you book. Sometimes there are teenagers, but only ones doing proper lane swims! Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/349073-too-many-swimmers-dulwich-leisure-centre/#findComment-1675260 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mscrawthew Posted August 11, 2024 Share Posted August 11, 2024 Sorry to jump on the thread but does anyone know if the hot water problem has been sorted out? Thanks Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/349073-too-many-swimmers-dulwich-leisure-centre/#findComment-1675520 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ctovey Posted August 11, 2024 Share Posted August 11, 2024 there's been no update on the app Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/349073-too-many-swimmers-dulwich-leisure-centre/#findComment-1675554 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tuffstuff100 Posted August 11, 2024 Share Posted August 11, 2024 On 11/08/2024 at 07:15, Mscrawthew said: Sorry to jump on the thread but does anyone know if the hot water problem has been sorted out? Thanks Expand There's still a problem with the boiler for both men and women I was this morning Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/349073-too-many-swimmers-dulwich-leisure-centre/#findComment-1675564 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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