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Newcastle upon Tyne, UK4 contributions
Nov 2023 • Solo
Nice gym, great location. Horrendous manager James. I was offered a discount as I was a new member, James wouldn’t honour it, saying I was making it up because I couldn’t remember the member of staffs name who offered it. Very rude and arrogant. Refused to speak to me when I was getting my point across, he actually walked away from me, he belittled me and made me feel silly. Rest of the staff are faultless.
I am never stepping foot in this gym again because of him.
I am never stepping foot in this gym again because of him.
Written 8 December 2023
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greatplaingirl
Newcastle upon Tyne, UK54 contributions
Dec 2010
The City Pool is a swimming pool operated by Newcastle City Council. It is very conveniently located in the City Centre, and is very popular with the locals. You can just pop in there in your lunch time.
There are two pools inside, although one of them is often closed for training. The building is very beautiful, and is worth a visit even if you do not plan to take a splash.
My favourite is the Turkish Bath, where you can lounge about and relax in the steam rooms for a couple of hours. There is a whirlpool as well. You are also allowed to use the swimming pool.
We normally go with my girlfriends and spend a couple of hours chatting and relaxing there. We normally get thrown out at closing time.
The only criticism I could perhaps mount, is that is women and men can go on alternate days, so I cannot take my husband there.
There are two pools inside, although one of them is often closed for training. The building is very beautiful, and is worth a visit even if you do not plan to take a splash.
My favourite is the Turkish Bath, where you can lounge about and relax in the steam rooms for a couple of hours. There is a whirlpool as well. You are also allowed to use the swimming pool.
We normally go with my girlfriends and spend a couple of hours chatting and relaxing there. We normally get thrown out at closing time.
The only criticism I could perhaps mount, is that is women and men can go on alternate days, so I cannot take my husband there.
Written 25 January 2011
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alison37
Newcastle-upon-Tyne2 contributions
Having been to the turkish baths at the city pool a number of times now, I laugh when I hear first-timers saying "We should make this a regular thing! Can't believe we haven't done this before!". Everybody does. In the city centre, it makes an ideal place to meet up and spend quality time with friends, or just with yourself. The ultimate laid-back treat. A great alternative to the Newcastle tradition of getting rather too drunk! This is a single-sex haven where you can pad around with your belly hanging out and a face-mask on! No WAGs here. The staff are fantastic and the atmosphere friendly. Its like a private club. You are allocated a booth where you can put your scrubbing brush and clothes and even have a little sleep while your fake-tan settles in (I recommend bringing your jim-jams). Friends tell me the massages rate better than any that can be found, from posh, extremely expensive luxury hotel spas to totally authentic ayurvedic treatments in the back-streets of Cochin. Get yourself there next time you want to catch up with your pals without the hangover, or go on your own for some P and Q and a little sleep.
Written 7 June 2008
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RuthieSunshine
Gateshead, UK84 contributions
Some of the cuts that are scalping our country will be irreversible.
This was a beutiful swimming pool with amazing Turkish baths it could have been really utilised like Harrogate have done but no closed for good!
This was a beutiful swimming pool with amazing Turkish baths it could have been really utilised like Harrogate have done but no closed for good!
Written 27 January 2014
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mstraveller_8
United Kingdom52 contributions
Sept 2012 • Couples
This is an amaizing find. The sauna and pool are just amaizing. I have heard that there are threats to close this pool and sauna down. That would be a mistake. There are so few places like this in the country. The sauna is like stepping back into the Victorian era and is such a relaxing space. Long live the city pool and sauna!!
Written 19 February 2013
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Circus_monkey3
Newcastle upon Tyne, UK45 contributions
When I was a kid, I learned how to swim here and did all of my swimming qualifications! Im Sad that its shut now but its the governments fault with its cuts! Oh well, we might see it open again in the future!
Written 20 October 2013
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newcastlecitycentre
Newcastle upon Tyne, UK142 contributions
Mar 2013
Unfortunately after serving several generations Newcastle city council has closed this wonderful building
Yes it was old yes it had faults but it was what it was
Yes it was old yes it had faults but it was what it was
Written 2 June 2013
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nil-carbon
Morpeth, UK37 contributions
Feb 2013 • Friends
I went here yesterday with a group of friends, the staff were marvelous. Really helpful, the massage was amazing, the place old fashioned but clean and it was like being in another world. Go on try it! best £21 ive spent in ages 5 hours passed as if it were 1 hour|!!
Written 24 February 2013
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LindaG54_13
Sunderland, UK7 contributions
Feb 2013 • Friends
Just experienced the Turkish Baths for the first time and it was wonderful! Yes it is in need of some refurbishment but the atmosphere is superb and the staff are so friendly and helpful. When they told me about the closure plans I was appalled. This is a place with history which should not be lost! I for one would promise support to anyone who wants to demonstrate against the closure !!
Written 21 February 2013
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ashers2206
Newcastle upon Tyne, UK75 contributions
Jan 2013
The main attraction is the friendliness of the staff and other swimmers. On the downside the place needs a major refurbishment. The pool is well past its sell by date and it is no small wonder that Newcastle Council has revealed plans to close the City Pool. Nevertheless I like the place as on a Tuesday morning there is no problems with crowding and everyone is very courteous.
Written 18 January 2013
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