
Swinton Lock Activity Centre is a trusted safe space, committed to delivering emotional, social and wellbeing services, which are community led.
We are based adjacent to the South Yorkshire Navigational Canal and own two narrow boats, one of which is fully accessible. Both boats are used to offer boat-handling courses, volunteering opportunities and pleasure trips to both children and adults.
What we Do
Swinton Lock Activity Centre provides an extensive range of activities and support for both young and old.

Room Hire
Our location, facilities and ample parking also make Swinton Lock an ideal location for meetings, conferences and parties.

Boat Trips & Training
Join our experienced crew for a relaxing cruise along the canal. Learn how to skipper the boat and manage locks.

Open Days
We also hold regular open days where you can come to meet the staff and sample many of the activities we have to offer.
Make a Booking
Training courses, boat trips and room hire
Latest News




News / Mar 21, 2022
Thank You – Arnold Clark Community Fund

News / Mar 21, 2022
New Post – Part Time Youth Worker – Readvertisement

News / Mar 21, 2022
Thank You – Swinton Co-op

News / Mar 21, 2022
Golf Tournament in aid of Swinton Lock Activity Centre

News / Mar 21, 2022
Swinton mexborough wath kinhurst group:Bath Bomb Masterclass:
We have received funding from the NHS Mental Health Support Grant via Voluntary Action Rotherham to deliver some FREE courses to enable people over 18 to learn new skills who may be struggling with their mental health, feeling lonely and isolated and want to build on their confidence and wellbeing.
Our Bath Bomb masterclass on Friday 09th June 2023
12:30-2:30pm.
If you would like to know more or book a place on this course then please contact Rebecca (Monday-Friday 09:00-16:00) 01709 578778 or email : Rebecca.Swift@swintonlock.org.uk . Limited spaces available . #voluntaryactionRotherham #mentalhealthawareness#swintonlockactivitycentre ... See MoreSee Less
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:Bath Bomb Masterclass:
We have received funding from the NHS Mental Health Support Grant via Voluntary Action Rotherham to deliver some FREE courses to enable people over 18 to learn new skills who may be struggling with their mental health, feeling lonely and isolated and want to build on their confidence and wellbeing.
Our Bath Bomb masterclass on Friday 09th June 2023
12:30-2:30pm.
If you would like to know more or book a place on this course then please contact Rebecca (Monday-Friday 09:00-16:00) 01709 578778 or email : Rebecca.Swift@swintonlock.org.uk . Limited spaces available . #voluntaryactionRotherham #mentalhealthawareness#swintonlockactivitycentre ... See MoreSee Less
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“Brian’s Wednesday Blog”
Mum decides to have a day off , so no volunteering for me today, there’s only so much rubbish TV I can stand, 2 episodes of Dr Pimple Popper, half an episode of deadly beasts , 2 episodes of GOT, towering inferno now starting… time to retire to the dining room and sulk …. Back next week ... See MoreSee Less
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Hi Brian enjoy your rest Riggs loves to hang over settee arm too. Xx
You were missed today Brian ❤️
See you next week Brian xx
Awe you enjoy your rest Brian
:Bath Bomb Masterclass:
We have received funding from the NHS Mental Health Support Grant via Voluntary Action Rotherham to deliver some FREE courses to enable people over 18 to learn new skills who may be struggling with their mental health, feeling lonely and isolated and want to build on their confidence and wellbeing.
Our Bath Bomb masterclass on Friday 09th June 2023
12:30-2:30pm.
If you would like to know more or book a place on this course then please contact Rebecca (Monday-Friday 09:00-16:00) 01709 578778 or email : Rebecca.Swift@swintonlock.org.uk . Limited spaces available . #voluntaryactionrotherham #mentalhealthawareness#swintonlockactivitycentre ... See MoreSee Less
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This looks amazing! xx
If only I could . Argh x
What a great morning we had on Friday, thank you to Burn & Glow for sharing your expertise on wax melt making and to SFC suplies for candles for all the amazing products . Our adult support group loved it . #mentalhealthawareness #metalhealthmatters ... See MoreSee Less
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“Brian’s Wednesday Blog”
I don’t know where to start with today , when you volunteer every week, and they find out it’s your birthday 🥳 and this happens ... See MoreSee Less
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Happy birthday Brian. Xx
Happy birthday Brian 🥳
Happy Birthday Brian xxxxx
Happy birthday Brian xx
Happy Birthday 🎈🎊🎂 Brian
Juss like that, Happy birthday.
Awww, happy birthday Brian. 🎉 🎈 🎂
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Come and join us for a free cuppa today, between 2.30 and 4 pm. Let us help you. ... See MoreSee Less
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Rob Hubery just up your street this x
Hi, Swinton Lock Activity Centre I may be able to help with this if you have more details.