Due to an issue with our showers, they are closed until further notice. We apologise for any inconvenience.
Accessibility at Dovedale
Dovedale Sports Centre (DSC) has excellent facilities with a community gym feel and is easily located.
![Main vehicle entrance for Dovedale Sports Centre](https://chelmsfordcc-website.azurewebsites.net/media/lw2pdnox/dsc-entrance-car-park.png?rmode=max&width=1000&rnd=133034719917000000)
Parking
We offer extra wide accessible parking bays at Dovedale.
![Main entrance to Dovedale Sports Centre](https://chelmsfordcc-website.azurewebsites.net/media/qyfaozi1/dsc-entrance.png?rmode=max&width=1000&rnd=133034719703000000)
Access into the centre
Our centre has a sloped ramp for entrance and exit, with no barrier, and automatic doors to ensure easy wheelchair entrance and exit.
![Reception desk at Dovedale Sports Centre](https://chelmsfordcc-website.azurewebsites.net/media/kjdpqfpl/dsc-reception.png?rmode=max&width=1000&rnd=133034719273130000)
![Lift at Dovedale Sports Centre](https://chelmsfordcc-website.azurewebsites.net/media/ljpd0n52/dsc-lift.png?rmode=max&width=1000&rnd=133034720091130000)
Movement around centre
We have wide access and entry and exit routes throughout the centre.
The centre has level floors all around the ground floor, as well as easy access male and female changing rooms on the ground floor, including an accessible changing and shower room and toilet. This is accessible by radar key; alternatively, please ask at reception if you need to use this.
We also have lift access to our first floor facilities.
Hearing impairments
We do not operate a hearing loop at Dovedale.
Visual impairments and assistance animals
We welcome assistance animals in centre to assist their owners.
![Changing room with benches running around the room](https://chelmsfordcc-website.azurewebsites.net/media/m44d2sf1/dsc-changing-room.png?rmode=max&width=1000&rnd=133034719547070000)
![Communal showers at Dovedale Sports Centre](https://chelmsfordcc-website.azurewebsites.net/media/nyeliwhk/dsc-showers.png?rmode=max&width=1000&rnd=133034720896230000)
Changing and toilets
Dry changing rooms
Our male changing rooms and toilets are located on the ground floor and our female changing rooms and toilets are located on the first floor, accessible by lift. Please ask at reception if you require help with or access to these.
We also offer large, lower level lockers in our changing rooms.
Toilets
We have accessible toilets in both the male and female changing rooms.
![Gym at Dovedale Sports Centre with free weights and machines](https://chelmsfordcc-website.azurewebsites.net/media/propb4nu/dsc-gym.jpg?rmode=max&width=1000&rnd=133560125517670000)
Gym
Our gym is not accessible for those in a wheelchair as there are steps down, and no ramp access.
Studio
We have a lift, which allows access to our gym, fitness class studio and meeting room.
Accessible and extra sensory sessions
Unfortunately we don't currently offer accessible sessions at Dovedale. However we have a variety of sessions available at our other leisure centres in our accessible activities section.
Step into summer
Take advantage of your free trial and take your first step on your summer fitness journey.
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Summer fun for everyone!
Great value holiday camps and courses for kids of all ages! Plus, Early bird and sibling discounts available.
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Get active around Chelmsford
From Heart and Sole walks to Forever Fit and Play in the Park, discover sport and activity all over Chelmsford.
![Family on a bike ride](https://chelmsfordcc-website.azurewebsites.net/media/k1histi1/live-well.png?rxy=0.7482758620689656,0.2645134052731886&width=470&height=540&rnd=133598113361400000)
Upgrade and save
Get a Plus account and save on a range of activities for just £15 per year.
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Join OurTeam
Interested in a career in leisure? Apply for one of our diverse opportunities across all four centres.
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