About us

There are times when you need to delve into the detail, so we’ve grouped all the things together that you may want to know. From opening times, where we are and how you can download our apps, to the boring but essential policies and terms and conditions. If there is something you cannot find, you can get in contact with us, we'll be happy to help.

How to contact us and opening times

We’re a sociable bunch and there are many ways to chat to us depending on your preference.

Ravelin Sports Centre opening times

Monday-Friday: 6.30am - 10.30pm

Weekends: 7.00am - 9.00pm

Bank Holidays: 8.00am - 6.00pm

Open 362 days a year. Closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day

Christmas opening times

Monday 23 December: 7.00am -9.00pm

Christmas Eve: 8.00am - 6.00pm

Christmas Day, Boxing Day: CLOSED

Fri 27 - Mon 30 December: 7.00am - 9.00pm

New Year's Eve: 8.00am - 6.00pm

New Year's Day: CLOSED

For opening times for each facility visit our Finding us and travel page.

Langstone Sports Site opening times

Core opening (Uni term time)

Monday-Friday, 9.00am - 10.00pm; Saturday-Sunday, 9.00am - 6.00 pm

Monday 16 September to Sunday 15 December 2024

Monday 6 January to Sunday 6 April 2025

Monday 28 April to Sunday 25 May 2025

Non-core opening (Uni vacation)

Monday-Friday, 9.00am - 9.00pm; Saturday-Sunday, 9.00am - 2.00pm

Monday 27 May to Sunday 15 September 2024

Monday 16 December to Sunday 22 December 2024

Thursday 2 January to Sunday 5 January 2025

Monday 7 April to Sunday 27 April 2025

Langstone closures

All bank holidays and the university Christmas shutdown period; Monday 23 December 2024 - Wednesday 1 January 2024.

Ravelin Sports Centre Cafe

The cafe at Ravelin Sports Centre serves Starbucks Coffee, soft drinks, freshly baked cakes, muffins and pastries as well as hot and cold sandwiches, crisps and snacks. Perfect for a break from studying, a place to relax and meet friends, colleagues or coursemates or a place to refuel after your workout.