Cool Down at the Faith Leech Aquatic Centre Across the Road
...And send the kids down the awesome water slide.
Great place to chill with your family on a hot Bendigo Day. Just across the road from the Oval Motel.
Bendigo can get quite hot in summer!
Your family will love takin a dip in one of the best outdoor Bendigo pools - the Faith Leech Aquatic Centre. Heated for your comfort in winter, the Aquatic Centre is a great place to cool down and have fun if you’re traveling with family.
If you’re planning on staying in Bendigo between December and March there’s a big chance the weather will be hot. Perfect for swimming.
Prices
Free!
(If you're staying with us.)
We have 5 FREE passes that Oval guests can use at any time. Just come and grab as many as you need from reception.
Public Prices
Adult Swim - $5.40
Concession Swim - $4.30
Child Swim (2yr - <16yr) - $4.30
Family Swim - $14.00
Family Concession Swim - $10.80
Prices accurate at time of writing. For up to date prices see the Bendigo Aquatic Centre website.
Opening Hours
Monday-Friday: 6am–7pm
Saturday-Sunday: 8am–7pm
Note: The pool closes if there’s a carnival on. The website suggests checking on their Facebook Page for up to date information.
About the Faith Leech Aquatic Centre
The Bendigo Aquatic Centre is Bendigo’s biggest outdoor swimming complex.
You'll find:
50m pool
Toddler pool with water features and shade
An intermediate pool
A dive pool with a 1-meter and 3-meter platform
A HUGE waterslide called the Hoobee Tubee
Cafe and BBQ area.
The 50-metre pool has lap lanes and an open swimming area. It also has disabled chair access. There are brand new features in the shaded toddler pool.
Picture from the entrance. Photo from Bendigo Aquatic Centre Facebook Page
Where is it?
The aquatic Centre is in Barnard street about 50-metres from the Oval Motel in Bendigo. It’s right next door from the Queen Elizabeth Oval.
Water slide (Hoobee Tubee)
The kids will love this...
The Hoobee Tubee water slide is a great way to entertain the kids during weekends and school holidays.
There is a 120cm height minimum to use the water slide. There is an attendant at the top of the slide who does enforce the restrictions. Make sure your kids are over 120cm before sending them up.
A bit of Local Trivia...
A local Bendigo child named the ‘Hoobee Toobee’ after winning a competition to name the new slide. The locals still refer to it as the ‘Big Bendi’ which was the name of the previous slide.
Slide opening hours
School Term: Monday to Friday 4pm-6.30pm
School Holidays and Weekends: 11am-12.30pm and 3.30pm-5.30pm
Tip: If you’re staying in summer there’s a good chance the slide will be open. To avoid disappointment ask us and we'll find out for you.
If you have questions
You can contact them directly by calling 03 5443 6151 or visiting their website.
You can also contact them on their Facebook page.
Food and Drink
You can purchase food and drinks during the day.
There’s also BBQ facilities that are free for public use.
What others say
Our guests always have positive things to say about the pool. We found some other comments online.
Google Reviews
"Very nice aquatic centre with clean facilities and beautiful grassed areas. The canteen doesn't offer much though and is rather pricey" - Monica
"Ripper value to take kids on hot day" - Tribe McRae
"Clean and many activities to chose from." - Boulton O’Kelly
"Awesome waterside" - Amanda March
"Large, spacious, outdoor pools great for a warm summers day. Very friendly & approachable staff. I'd recommend this place for a fun day out & picnic with family/friends!" - Alexandra Dunstonio
Most reviews we found online seemed really good. The only negative ones were commenting on the toilets needing an update.
Don’t forget to ask us at reception for your FREE passes.
Feel free to give us a call if you'd like more information.
Gary and Carolyn.