The Sport and Recreation Unit operates a policy of 'Sport for All' and encourages participation at all levels, regardless of age, gender or ability. Facilities and services are available every day and evening of the week including Saturday and Sunday. On-campus sports facilities include a sports hall, an indoor climbing wall and a well equipped fitness centre with weights, exercise machines and a sauna.
Inductions are available for new users and trained staff can provide fitness evaluations.
Off site, the sixty acre Saltersgill playing field with its pavilion and bar provides a venue for team games and after-match socialising. The University also has access to local facilities for squash, indoor tennis, swimming, water sports and athletics. Sports equipment is available for loan from the Sports and Recreation Office, where staff are happy to provide information and advice, take bookings and help you arrange a special course or social sports event. For many of the services you will need a sports membership card. How to Join Sports membership cards are available during office hours from the Sport and Recreation Unit office in the University main Building.