Thornes Park Stadium
Thornes Park Athletics Stadium will be temporarily closed to host the counting of the district’s votes for the local elections.
The facility will close from 8:30pm on Wednesday 6 May 2026, reopening on Monday 11 May 2026 at 12pm. Aspire members are encouraged to use alternative facilities during this time.
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Timetable
Thornes Park Stadium is fully accredited by TrackMark and UK Athletics. Our facilities meet the highest national standards for quality, safety, and performance.
Lane swimming and Public Swims do not require booking.
Facilities and services
- 47 station gym
- Indoor cycle studio
- 12 Week Success Pathway
- Junior gym - 11 to 15 years
- Fitness classes
- On demand
- 6 lane indoor athletic track [60 metres]
- 10 lane outdoor athletic track
- Athletics Offer
- HYROX
- Adapted cycle hire
- Indoor bowling
- Free parking
- Disability Access
- Parkrun
- Raquet sports
- Aspire Health app
Get a virtual tour of our facilities at Thornes Park Stadium.
Opening hours
| Day | Time |
| Monday | 12pm - 8:30pm |
| Tuesday | 7:15am - 8:30pm |
| Wednesday | 7:15am - 8:30pm |
| Thursday | 7:15am - 8:30pm |
| Friday | 7:15am - 8:30pm |
| Saturday | 8:30am - 1:30pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
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Location:
Horbury Rd
Wakefield
WF2 8TYPhone: 01924 302385
Email: thornesas@wakefield.gov.uk
Regular, disabled, and cycle parking is available.
