Q. Where is Hertfordshire Sports Village?

A. We are conveniently located on St Albans Road West, just off the A1M, part of the Hatfield Business Park, just 5 minutes from the M25. Click here for further details and a map.

Q. When did Hertfordshire Sports Village open?

A. The Sports Village opened at the end of August 2003 and all activities and services are now available.

Q. Hertfordshire Sports Village is situated on the new de-Havilland campus, does this mean it is just for the University to use?

A. Principally for student use, the Sports Village is also open to the local community who can access the facilities and services available on a pay-as-you go or membership basis. At some times certain areas of the Sports Village are used exclusively by University and community sports clubs, which may limit casual use. For further information on availability of specific facilities and services, please contact reception.

Q. What facilities does the Sports Village have?

A. Hertfordshire Sports Village boasts a wide range of state-of-the art facilities for fitness, swimming, climbing, racquet sports, football, basketball, volleyball, cricket and much more. For a full list of facilities please click here.

Q. Do you have to be a member to use the facilities at the Sports Village?

A. No. There are a number of different payment options that permit access to various facilities at Hertfordshire Sports Village.

Centre membership entitles users to member discounted rates on all activities on a pay & play sessional basis (excluding the gym, Vision). This type of membership is ideal for people using the non-health & fitness facilities on a regular basis and is available from less than £1 per week.

For those that wish to use the Health & Fitness facilities there are two payment options. We offer unlimited access on a pay-as-you-go basis and limited pre-paid memberships (subject to availability).Click HERE for details of payment options for accessing our Health & Fitness facilities.

Q. Can I park at Hertfordshire Sports Village?

A. Yes. There will be ample, secure free parking for external members and users of the Hertfordshire Sports Village. Please note that student members cannot park from 8.00am to 5.00pm weekdays.

Q. How can I get to the Hertfordshire Sports Village without a Car?

A. The new site is served with regular public transport with a free park & ride scheme operating between the Campus and the town centre. Buses number 341, 600, 602, 622 and 634 serve the campus every 10 minutes.

Q. How much does it cost to use Hertfordshire Sports Village?

A. There are various types of membership available at Hertfordshire Sports Village. Centre membership gives discounts on pay and play sessions and provides advanced booking and payment privileges. For those that wish to use the Health & Fitness facilities there are two payment options. We offer unlimited access on a pay-as-you-go basis and limited pre-paid memberships (subject to availability). Click HERE for full details of payment options for accessing our Health & Fitness facilties.In addition, swim only and climbing memberships are available offering unlimited use of the pool and the climbing wall respectively. Non-members can use certain pay and play activities but there will be a guest fee of £1 for each non-member. Click here for full details of the membership packages available.

Q. Can I book activities by phone or do I have to attend in person?

A. Members will be able to book any activity up to 7 days in advance by phone or in person and pay for that activity at the time they attend. Non-members will have to pay for all bookings at the time the booking is made, must make all bookings in person (we do not accept telephone bookings from non-members) and can only book 6 days in advance.

Q. Can people with disabilities access Hertfordshire Sports Village?

A. People with disabilities will be able to access all areas of Hertfordshire Sports Village and use all the services available. There is a disabled lift for ease of movement around the site.