• Early Start Docklands Gold Card Pilot (for children aged 0 to 5)
• Free Swimming

If you are aged between 6 and 16 years old, a Gold Card allows you to swim for FREE at your local leisure centre during the school holidays.

• Estate Based Programme and Twilight Session

• Basketball
• Football
• Non-Contact Boxing
• Fencing
• Gymnastics (holiday periods only)
• Street Dance
  

If you are aged between 17 and 21 years old we provide twighlight football sessions.

How to apply

The Gold Card is FREE. The easiest way to apply is by email at sportsdevelopment@newham.gov.uk or phone on 020 8430 2484. Alternatively you can apply online; or pick up an application from your local leisure centre, one of our sport sessions, or from our offices:

Culture
Healthy Living & Sport
292 Barking Road
East Ham
E6 3BA
Tel: 020 8430 2484/2462
Fax: 020 8430 1558
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Fill in the form and send it to the address provided. Once the registration has been processed your Gold Card will be sent to you in the post.

We can also process a registration over the phone with a parent or legal guardian - who must provide details and consent in a set format. The parent/legal guardian must acknowledge the data protection statement which is normally read to them.

Who can register for a Gold Card?

The Newham Gold Card is available to Newham residents only.

Residents aged 6-21 years old can register for a Newham Gold Card.

What activities are there for children under 6 years old?

Children under five can attend 'Toddlers World', a fun filled environment designed to challenge and stimulate children through soft play. Atherton, Balaam and Newham leisure centre provide these sessions (contact centre for times).

How long it will take to arrive?

After applying you should receive your Gold Card within a week.

What if I loose my Gold Card or it gets stolen?

You can get a replacement card by contacting our Support Officers.