Newtown - Get Active
Download our free map to see what’s going on in your area. Each activity or resource is marked by a letter, which you can find information on below the map.
If you’re in the mood for a quick walk, or fancy a longer stroll, you can find some fantastic scenic routes, prepared by Walk England. Click here to see your local walks.
Don’t forget to look at the pages for other nearby areas, to see if there’s something else in your locality you can visit!
A – Curves
Curves is a Ladies only fitness club, with a relaxed and friendly atmosphere for all. Curves offers a range of circuit work outs to help you feel active, slim and healthy!
Opening hours are:
- Monday
- 9am to 7.30pm
- Tuesday
- 9am to 2pm - 4pm to 7.30pm
- Wednesday
- 9am to 7.30pm
- Thursday
- 9am to 2pm - 4pm to 7.30pm
- Friday
- 9am to 2pm - 4pm to 7.30pm
- Saturday
- 9am to 12.30pm
For more information, you can visit Curves’ website at http://www.curvestewkesbury.co.uk.
B – Strings Squash Club
Strings is the Squash Club of Tewkesbury, home to 4 Squash Courts, a Gym and a Bar/Function room. The Club holds competitions for seasoned players, and also offers opportunities for coaching (both children and adults).
Opening hours are:
- Monday to Friday
- 9.30am – 10.00pm
- Saturday
- 9.00am – 7.00pm
For more information on Strings Squash Club, you can visit their website at http://www.stringssquashandfitness.com.
C – Tewkesbury Sports Centre
Based in the grounds of Tewkesbury School, the Tewkesbury Sports Centre offers a huge range of activities and classes. If you’re interested in toning up, you can attend their pay as you go fitness classes or try their gym facilities. If you’re looking for a bit of sport, you can book some of their courts and facilities, including badminton, table tennis, cricket nets or netball courts.
Opening Hours are:
- Monday to Friday
- 5:30pm to 10:30pm
- Saturday
- 9:30am to 7:30pm
- Sunday
- 9:00am to 9:00pm
For more information, you can visit the Tewkesbury Sports Centre website at http://www.tewkesburyschool.org.
D – Tewkesbury Boxing Club
The Northway Industrial Estate offers Tewkesbury’s own Amateur Boxing Club, fully associated with the ABA of England, and all coaches are ABA of England Trained and First Aided.
Open for boys and girls, you can train for fun, get some experience, and enter competitions if you feel competitive. All equipment is provided, including pads, gloves, ropes and guards. You will however need a pair of appropriate training shoes, and a mouthguard.
Training Times are:
- Monday
- 6:15pm-7:15pm (Junior Class, 11-16yrs)
7:30pm-9pm (Senior Boxers) - Tuesday
- 7:30pm-9pm (Senior Beginners, limited period)
- Wednesday
- 6:15pm-7:15pm (Junior Class, 11-16yrs)
7:30pm-9pm (Mixed Seniors) - Saturday
- 10:30am-12pm (Mixed Juniors and Seniors)
If you’re interested, you can give Wayne a call on 01684 274478, or come along to one of the sessions.

