How to find Riverside Leisure Centre
Our flagship centre Riverside Leisure Centre offers a superb range of facilities to suit everyone, along with a Chelmsford city centre location.
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Located along the River Chelmer, it couldn't be easier to access Riverside's extensive range of facilities on foot, by bike, by car or public transport.
By bus
Many bus routes run into the city centre, and stop a short walk from the centre. You can look at First Essex to check which buses stop at Riverside.
By train
The nearest train station to Riverside is Chelmsford, which is around a 10 minute walk. You can look at Greater Anglia to check which trains stop at Chelmsford station.
Walking
Riverside is centrally located in the city centre along the River Chelmer and can be easily accessed on foot through the Bond Street development, via Victoria Road or Waterloo Lane.
By bicycle
You can find out which ECC cycle routes to take to Riverside.
Riverside has a number of bike parking spaces in the undercroft car park, including a secure bike hangar.
By car
Riverside is easily accessible by car from both Victoria Road and from Waterloo Road.
Car Parking
There is a customers-only car park. You can enter the car park and the ice rink undercroft car park from Victoria Road. This car park is cashless. You can pay by card, contactless payment or the MiPermit app.
At peak times the ice rink undercroft is reserved for monthly members only (permit required) with a maximum stay of three hours.
You can find out more about the Riverside car park.
Step into summer
Take advantage of your free trial and take your first step on your summer fitness journey.
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Summer fun for everyone!
Great value holiday camps and courses for kids of all ages! Plus, Early bird and sibling discounts available.
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Get active around Chelmsford
From Heart and Sole walks to Forever Fit and Play in the Park, discover sport and activity all over Chelmsford.
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Upgrade and save
Get a Plus account and save on a range of activities for just £15 per year.
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Join OurTeam
Interested in a career in leisure? Apply for one of our diverse opportunities across all four centres.
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