Swimming parties are available at both Crown Pools and Fore Street Pool - see below for full details of both
Crown Pools Parties Included with every party:
- Use of the pool, with toys and games (varies depending on age group and bather loads)
- Your own Party Buddy for the over 4's to organise and help entertain the children (this is an optional extra for the 4's and under parties)
- Free party invitations to give out
- A party bag for every child to take home including a free child swim voucher for each party member
- A birthday card and free family swim voucher for the Birthday child (valid for one year)
Party Prices:
4s and under - £15 for up to 6 children or £25 for up to 10 children
Over 4's - £45 for up to 15 children or £60 for up to 20 children
4's and under
For 4's and under we provide a party package, which is available daily. This includes up to an hour in the leisure pool or teaching pool (when available) followed by the use of the Aqua Lounge Balcony. We do not offer a catering service, however you are welcome to bring in your own refreshments, and we do have a comprehensive range of vended snacks & drinks available. A party buddy is available at an extra cost of £15 for the duration of the party.
Over 4's
We offer a party package available daily, which includes an hour in the pool, followed by use of the Aqua Lounge Balcony, all supervised and attended to by your party buddy for the duration. We do not offer a catering service, however you are welcome to bring in your own refreshments, and we do have a comprehensive range of vended snacks & drinks available.
Other Information
- A responsible adult over the age of 16 is required to supervise children under the age of 8 years. One adult is only allowed to supervise two under 8s at any one time. The responsible adult must accompany the children in the water at all times. We do not charge entry for any adults accompanying children during our parties.
- We need sufficient notice to book a party. Please don't worry if you do not know the exact numbers at the time of booking.
- The party packages at Crown Pools do not include exclusive use of the pools.
- We are happy to serve your guests with birthday cake, additional gifts etc. if you require. Just bring them with you and hand them to us at the start of the party, who will arrange for them to be issued after the meal.
Booking To make a booking phone us during office hours on 01473 280123 or email
glenda.grimwood@ipswich.gov.uk to check availability of the date you require and to give us the details. We will send you the invitations and a booking form for you to check, sign and return. Full payment is required when you return the booking form. Details of the various ways to pay will be sent to you. Cancellation charges apply.
Parties at Fore Street Our Fore Street pool is ideal for competent swimmers over 10, who would prefer exclusive pool use (not suitable for children younger than 10).
The packages We have three packages available:
- Package 1 (Costs £45 for 20 children)
- Package 2 (Costs £60 for 20 children)
- Package 3 (Costs £75 for 25 children)
Availability
These parties are currently available at limited times on Sunday afternoons, subject to availability.
Booking
You can book by email or telephone.
For email bookings please email glenda.grimwood@ipswich.gov.uk or call 01473 280123 during office hours. We will send you the invitations and a booking form for you to check, sign and return. Full payment is required when you return the booking form. Details of ways to pay will be sent to you. Cancellation charges apply.
Package 1
50 minutes exclusive use of the pool, with inflatables for up to 20 children
Package 2
50 minutes exclusive use of the pool, with inflatables for up to 20 children, and use of our private function room for a further 45 minutes (total party time approximately 1hr 45mins)
Package 3
50 minutes exclusive use of the pool, with inflatables for up to 25 children, services of a Party Buddy, and use of our private function room for a further 45 minutes (total party time approximately 1hr 45mins)
Please note:
~ We do not provide a catering service at Fore Street, but you are most welcome to bring your own food when you opt for either package 2 or 3.
~ The Birthday child must, at the least, be celebrating their ninth birthday
~ Any children under the age of ten must be accompanied in the water by a responsible adult, at a ratio of one adult per four children (further supervisory restrictions may apply)
~ All parties are supervised by a suitably trained Lifeguard
~ Customers are advised to arrive 10 - 15 minutes prior to the party start time