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Free Swim FAQs

Free Swim FAQs

I had a boiler installed last month do I qualify as a British Gas customer?

If you've had a boiler installed this year then you are a British Gas customer. You will need to email us on help@britishgasswimming.co.uk and provide us with the month it was installed and your postcode.

I can't make the date I had originally chosen, can I change it?

For health and safety reasons and to help manage capacity the voucher is valid for the specified date only. However, under exceptional circumstances and at the discretion of the pool you may be able to arrange an alternative date.

Does the pool need to be my local pool?

You are free to choose any participating pool.

Can I chose a pool not part of the programme?

Unfortunately only participating pools will accept our vouchers, however we have tried to ensure national coverage. We will continue to update any new pools on a frequent basis.

Do all the pools allow children?

As this is a family swim we have tried to make sure most of our pools permit children. However there are a small number of pools which are adult only. It is important you check before selecting a pool.

The only participating pool is miles away. Can I choose a more local pool?

We have tried to ensure national coverage and will continue to add pools as the join the scheme.

I have more than 5 people in my family, can the voucher be extended?

The voucher is issued for one household and is a max 2 adults and 3 children. However many pools operate under the Swim4Life programme which is Government sponsored which allows children under 16 to go free. Additional adults in the party will be charged separately by the pool.

I am a single person, as the voucher is for 5 people can I go swimming five times?

The voucher is for a single visit only for up to 5 people (2 adults and 3 children).

I don't have a computer at home

Unfortunately this is an online offer. You could consider using a friends or family members computer or an internet cafe.

I don't have an e-mail address

You will need an e-mail address in order to complete the voucher validation process.

I have recently joined British Gas but have not received my new account number. Can I have my voucher sooner?

You will need your account number as part of the voucher booking journey. Your account number will come through with your letter.

My voucher hasn't arrived

Your voucher should arrive within ten days. However in circumstances beyond our control there may be delays. If you haven't received your voucher and are due to have your swim in the next 24 hours please contact us on help@britishswimming.co.uk

How long will my voucher take to arrive via the post?

Your voucher should arrive within 10 days. Don't forget if you haven't already booked your swim you can choose to print it instantly.

My voucher has been delayed in the post and I have missed my swim, can you send me another?

Email your name and postcode and we will check when this was dispatched.

I am a gas and electricity customer do I get two swims?

The offer is for one family swim session per household.

I don't like swimming can I give my voucher to a friend?

You need to be a customer to redeem the voucher, although you are welcome to take a friend as the voucher is valid for up to 2 adults and 3 children.

I have lost my voucher, can I still go for my swim?

We are limited to one voucher per household and no additional vouchers can be issued.

Can I only take family members or could I take a friend and their child (as long as it's no more than 2 adults and 3 children)?

The voucher entitles up to 2 adults and 3 children to swim, these can be friends or family.

I've seen the adverts saying ALL British Gas customers can get a Free Swim but I haven't received anything yet. Have I been missed out?

You are able to go www.britishgas.co.uk/swimming at any point between Sept 5th 2009 and March 31st 2010 to register for your swimming voucher. You may not receive anything specifically in the post.

Do I need to take any proof of ID with me?

No, the only thing you need to ensure you have got is your voucher

As part of the sponsorship of British Swimming until 2016, will British Gas be doing any other programs such as discounted/free swimming lessons, swim products?

We have an ongoing swimming programme as part of our partnership. We will keep the website up to date so make sure you regularly visit: www.britishgas.co.uk/swimming for the latest news.

When can I go for a swim - am I limited to a certain day / time?

You will need to specify the date and the pool, but you are free to go at any point during the day within the pools opening times and restrictions.

Can I go swimming at the weekend?

Yes, simply select a weekend day in the voucher booking process, but make sure you check the pools opening times and any restrictions before you book.

What constitutes a 'child' for the purposes of the free swim?

A child is any person under the age of sixteen.

Does an adult have to be present or could 5 children go alone?

There must be a minimum of one adult and no more than 3 children.

I am a single parent, can I take 4 children with me?

The voucher entitles a family which is no more than 2 adults and 3 children.

Can I pay extra for additional people?

Yes, you are able to pay for as many additional people as you like. Subject to pool availability and restrictions.

How is this scheme different to the government's 'free swim for under 16s' programme?

This scheme entitles a whole family to swim for free rather than just children.

Do I have to register for a particular pool, or can I just turn up at any?

You have to select a specific pool and date to allow the pools to manage capacity and health and safety reasons.

Will I have to pay anything when I get to the pool?

You will not need to pay anything to gain admission for up to two adults and three children.

Do I have to register for a particular pool, or can I just turn up at any?

You have to select a specific pool and date to allow the pools to manage capacity and health and safety reasons.

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