Dolphin Centre, Darlington
Dolphin Centre, Darlington is a play & activity centre in County Durham, England. See prices, opening times, the best days to avoid the crowds, parking and food, with every detail dated so you know how fresh it is.
| Price | Adult £5.25 · Child £3 · Family £16.50 Council prices (2024-25): adult swim £5.25, junior £3, family swim £2.65 per child; soft play £4-£5.75. Horsemarket, Darlington. |
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| Best time to go | Family swim sessions; soft play mornings. |
| School holiday tip | Early July is the sweet spot for Scottish families: English/Welsh schools stay in until about 20-23 July. Late August is the English/Welsh peak, so choose Tue-Thu and arrive at opening. |
| Best ages | All ages; check under-8 supervision rules (usually one adult per two young children) |
| If it rains | Indoors (outdoor pools are summer only) |
| Money saver | Off-peak and family swim sessions are cheapest; leisure-card holders pay less |
| Top tips | Town-centre leisure centre with pools and a soft play. |
| What to pack | Swimwear, towel, swim nappies for babies, £1 coin for lockers, goggles |
Partly checked on 23 Oct 2026. Confirm prices and times on the venue's website. Venue website or source
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