Due to an issue with our showers, they are closed until further notice. We apologise for any inconvenience.
Facilities at Dovedale
Dovedale Sports Centre (DSC) has excellent facilities with a community gym feel and is easily located by bike, by car or public transport.
Dovedale is a Breastfeeding Welcome centre. Please ask one of our team for more information.
Gym and Studios
The gym is equipped with Technogym equipment that is accessible to all. To complement our great gym facilities, we also offer a fantastic range of fitness classes for all abilities. Please visit our exercise classes page for more information.
Dance studio
Our large dance studio hosts a variety of exercise classes and is also available for hire by clubs and schools.
Sports hall
Our multi use sports hall is perfect for hire by clubs, schools or individuals looking for a match. Please see our sports pages for individual court hire, or our Schools and Hirers page if you are a school or a club.
Squash courts
Our squash court is available for hire, along with rackets and squash balls.
Changing facilities
We have compact, accessible male and female dry changing facilities.
Our changing rooms are located on the first floor and are fully accessible by lift. They include accessible changing facilities with showers and toilets.
Accessibility
Dovedale is accessible with level ground floor and lift access throughout the centre. We have dry change area and showers on the first floor accessible by lift.
For detailed accessibility information please see our accessibility page.
Free fitness open day at CSAC
Join us at CSAC on Saturday 16 November for a day of free fun and fitness, for members and non-members alike.
Crack on with Fitmas!
Join now on one of our fantastic memberships and pay just £25 until 2025! (terms and conditions apply)
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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.
Join OurTeam
Interested in a career in leisure? Apply for one of our diverse opportunities across all four centres.