Free swims for over 60s - borough's already there!

A new government plan to provide free swims for over 60s in the lead up to the London 2012 Olympics has been welcomed by the Royal Borough – with the reminder that 'we're already doing it'!

Cllr Jesse Grey, lead member for leisure and culture, said: "The council has been offering free swims to people over 60 every weekday afternoon at our pools for a number of years so it is gratifying to see the government picking up the idea nationally. 

"Swimming is recognised as one of the best exercise workouts for people of all ages. We welcome the national initiative and look forward to further opportunities for expanding our existing scheme once the government has finalised funding details."

Borough residents aged over 60 can use their yellow Advantage cards to benefit from free swims at either the Magnet Leisure Centre (01628 796104) or Windsor Leisure Centre (01753 850004) every weekday from 2pm to 4pm.  No need to book.  Just turn up and swim!

Notes:
Free swims for over 60s have been announced by culture secretary Andrew Burnham in an £80 million initiative, part of a bid to get more people involved in sport. Future funding will open pools free to under-16s and then to everyone by 2012.