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David Lloyd Wickwoods Membership Cost (2026): Prices, Facilities & Is the Adults-Only Club Worth It?
Independent guide — not affiliated with David Lloyd Clubs Ltd in any way. Written and reviewed by Anna John, Independent Fitness Membership Researcher
A health club with its own boutique hotel, set among 22 acres of Sussex woodland, sounds unusual, yet that is what David Lloyd Wickwoods is: an adults-only country club in Albourne, near Hassocks. Membership costs roughly £77 to over £170 a month, depending on the tier. For that fee, members get a gym that has tripled in size, heated indoor and outdoor pools, a doubled Spa Garden, tennis and padel courts, and a Clubroom with workspace. The adults-only rule keeps the site calm, which is the main reason people pay a premium here. This guide covers each membership tier and price, every facility, the hotel rooms, opening hours, reviews, and a verdict on whether the club is worth it.
● David Lloyd Wickwoods Club Information
| Address | Shaves Wood Lane, Albourne, Nr Hassocks, West Sussex, BN6 9DY |
| Website | wickwoods.co.uk |
| Phone | +44 1273 857567 |
| Non-member email | sales.wickwoods@davidlloyd.co.uk |
| Member email | wickwoods@davidlloyd.co.uk |
| Nearest Location | David Lloyd Brighton |
| Parking | Free on-site parking and secure bike parking |
What Is David Lloyd Wickwoods?
It’s a country-style health club in Albourne, near Hassocks, set in 22 acres of woodland on the edge of the South Downs National Park. Every facility on site is adults-only. It was previously Wickwoods Country Club and is now part of the David Lloyd Clubs family.
- Gym, indoor and outdoor pools, spa and Spa Garden
- Indoor and outdoor tennis plus padel courts
- Boutique studios for classes
- A small hotel-style stay offer (six rooms)
- Clubroom, business lounge and free on-site parking
Next, here’s what the club has changed recently.
What Has Changed in the Wickwoods Club Transformation?
Wickwoods has been refurbished across several areas, and the changes affect how each membership tier feels in daily use. The upgrades focus on space, recovery, and racquet sports.
- Spa Garden doubled in size
- Indoor pool and plunge pool refreshed
- Gym tripled in size, with new equipment and layout
- Dedicated studios for Pilates, cycling, mind and body, and high-impact classes
- Three new outdoor padel courts
- Renovated changing rooms with secure lockers
- Clubrooms with lounge space for dining, refreshments and remote work
Why Does the Refurbishment Matter for Members?
A larger gym reduces waiting time for racks and cardio machines, which is the most common complaint at busy clubs. More studio space also allows a wider class timetable across the day.
The doubled Spa Garden gives recovery facilities more room, so peak hours feel less crowded. Together, these changes explain why the higher tiers feel more valuable than they did before the rebuild.
How Much Does David Lloyd Wickwoods Cost?
An individual membership at David Lloyd Wickwoods generally costs between £77 and £170+ per month, depending on the access tier you choose.
| Membership | Typical price (£/month) |
|---|---|
| Platinum | £150–£170 |
| Plus | £110–£140 |
| Club | £77–£100 |
Figures are third-party reported, not officially published by David Lloyd. Confirm your exact quote directly with the club.
What Affects the Price of Wickwoods Membership?
Three factors shape the monthly fee. Each one gives you a lever to lower the cost if your routine allows it.
- Tier: Club, Plus or Platinum
- Access time: peak or off-peak
- Membership type: individual, couple or family
- Joining offers and promotions running at the time of enquiry
How Much Is Membership at Wickwoods Country Club Per Month?
Expect roughly £77–£100 for Club, £110–£140 for Plus and £150–£170 for Platinum. The first number you are quoted can differ by joining fee and current offer, so request a written breakdown during a tour.
Across the UK, David Lloyd membership is commonly quoted at £75 to £230+ per month, so Wickwoods sits in the mid-to-upper part of that range.
Where Is David Lloyd Wickwoods Located?
Wickwoods sits in the village of Albourne, near Hassocks in West Sussex. The club is set in 22 acres of woodland on the edge of the South Downs National Park, about 15 minutes north of Brighton.
- Countryside setting, away from busy town centres
- Close to the South Downs National Park
- Roughly 15 minutes by road from Brighton
- Free on-site parking for members and guests
- Secure bike parking at the club
How Can You Get David Lloyd Membership Cheaper?
You can reduce the cost of a David Lloyd membership at Wickwoods by utilizing off-peak tiers, corporate discounts, and seasonal joining-fee waivers.
- Pick Club if you train on weekday daytimes
- Compare Plus with Platinum honestly: Platinum only pays off if you use racquets or the full spa
- Ask about joining offers during a tour
- Check couple or family pricing if two adults will join
What Facilities Are Included at David Lloyd Wickwoods?
Wickwoods features a boutique gym, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, an exclusive Spa Garden, racquet courts, and dining spaces.
What Does the Gym Offer?
The gym is a bright, air-conditioned space overlooking the grounds. It offers premium equipment for every level, with personal trainers on hand for guided sessions.
- Free weights, cable machines and functional training gear
- Treadmills, curve treadmills, rowers, cross trainers, upright bikes, Wattbikes and Octane ellipticals
- Intuitive Strength Circuit with personalised workouts for beginners to experts
- Dedicated stretching zone for cool-downs
- Body Hub tracking hydration, muscle mass, weight and BioAge, linked to the David Lloyd Clubs app
What Are the Swimming Pool Options?
Wickwoods has a 14m heated indoor pool and a heated outdoor pool, so swimming continues through every season. The indoor pool suits training sessions, while the outdoor pool is better for relaxed laps in warmer weather.
A 9-metre relaxation pool with loungers adds a quieter space for downtime. Swimming lessons are also available for members who want to improve technique.
What Tennis Courts and Coaching Are Available?
Wickwoods offers four indoor tennis courts and two outdoor courts with premium surfaces, so play does not depend on weather. LTA-qualified coaches run beginner, refresher and advanced lessons.
- Social sessions, leagues and team tennis
- Coaching for all ability levels
- Racquet sports access included with Platinum
What Is Padel and Can You Play It at Wickwoods?
Padel is a smaller, enclosed version of tennis, played in pairs on a court about a third the size. It uses lighter racquets and softer balls, so it is easy to pick up while still delivering a strong, low-impact cardio workout.
Wickwoods has three outdoor padel courts with coaching, social sessions and match play. Platinum includes full racquet access, so padel sits alongside the gym, pools and spa.
What Group Fitness Studios Does the Club Have?
Hundreds of classes run each week across dedicated studios. These include Pilates, cycling, mind and body, high-impact sessions and a boutique-style Reformer Pilates studio. Classes can be booked through the app, and sessions suit beginners through to experienced members.
Blaze classes are included in Platinum but excluded from Plus.
What Dining and Social Space Is Available?
The Clubroom serves everything from a quick coffee to a full meal, and the Member Bar and Glasshouse Restaurant add further options. A designated business lounge and workspace, plus free Wi-Fi, support remote work. Third-party sources mention a 20% member discount on food and drink, so confirm this with the club.
What Is in the Spa and Spa Garden?
The spa combines indoor and outdoor recovery areas. Hot and cold therapies are the main draw, particularly after training or a racquet session.
- Indoor hydro pool, sauna, steam room and whirlpool
- Himalayan salt sauna combining heat with salt therapy
- Outdoor Spa Garden with sunbeds, comfy chairs, cocooning pods, Finnish sauna and firepit
- Plunge pool for cooling down and aiding recovery
- Full Spa Garden and premium spa access included with Platinum
What Are the Wickwoods Opening Hours?
David Lloyd Wickwoods is open from 6:00 to 22:00 on weekdays, with shorter hours on weekends.
| Day | Opening hours |
|---|---|
| Monday–Friday | 06:00–22:00 |
| Saturday | 07:00–21:00 |
| Sunday | 07:00–21:00 |
What Is the Hotel and Boutique Room Experience Like?
Wickwoods is unusual among David Lloyd clubs because it includes a small hotel. Guests get access to the spa, pools, gym and Spa Garden during the stay, in the same adults-only setting.
- Six boutique rooms, according to SpaBreaks
- Flat-screen TV, tea and coffee facilities and free Wi-Fi
- Rooms on the first floor with no lift access
- Wellness Retreat packages in place of conventional spa treatments
- Groups of up to four people welcome
- Weekend breaks and wellness retreats
Who Is the Hotel Stay Best For?
The setting suits couples, friends and solo guests who want a short, restful break within reach of Brighton. The lack of a lift matters for anyone with mobility needs, so raise it when booking.
Check-in and check-out times are not confirmed in the sources reviewed here, so ask the club at the time of booking.
How Do You Join Wickwoods Country Club?
You can join David Lloyd Wickwoods by submitting a membership inquiry through the David Lloyd Wickwoods Enquire Now Page.
- Visit the club page and select Membership options
- Choose Join online, or book a tour through the club
- Pick Club, Plus or Platinum based on your schedule
- Ask for the full price, joining fee, and contract terms in writing
- Download the David Lloyd Clubs app to book classes, courts and activities
What Does the App Add?
The app lets you set personal goals, book classes and courts, order food and drink in the Clubroom, and follow workouts at home. It carries a 4.7 rating on the official club page. Padel bookings, which are often busy, are made easier through it.
Five Practical Tips Before You Join
This list covers some practical tips that will help you join the club easily.
- Book a tour at the time you would normally train, to judge real crowd levels
- Match the tier to your schedule rather than to the facility list
- Ask for joining fees and contract terms in writing
- Try the Clubroom workspace if remote work is part of your plan
- Use the app early, as padel and class slots fill quickly
What Do Members and Guests Say About Wickwoods?
The official club page shows a 4.6 rating based on 810 Google reviews. A third-party website gives The Spa at David Lloyd Wickwoods a 10.0 score, based on only four reviews, so treat that figure with caution.
| Aspect | Common feedback |
|---|---|
| Staff | Professional and attentive |
| Spa | Clean, well maintained, relaxing |
| Setting | Peaceful countryside, adults-only calm |
| Gym | Spacious after refurbishment |
| Value | Higher than average gyms, but justified by the facilities |
| Drawbacks | Some mentions of crowding and uneven service at peak times |
Is David Lloyd Wickwoods Worth It?
David Lloyd Wickwoods is a worthwhile investment for individuals seeking an adults-only country club and spa environment, but it is not recommended for those requiring family or childcare facilities.
Likely worth it if:
Probably not worth it if:
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Final Thoughts
David Lloyd Wickwoods occupies a genuinely different niche within the network — an adults-only country club built around recovery, wellness, and a quieter racquets community rather than family leisure. If that’s what you’re looking for, the Spa Garden and dedicated Reformer Pilates studio are hard to match elsewhere in the David Lloyd estate. If you need family facilities, look elsewhere in the network first. As always, treat every price here as a starting point and get a personalised quote directly from the club.specific club, and treat it as a genuine test of whether you’ll use the facilities enough to justify full membership, not just a free perk to grab.
Prices in this guide are third-party reported estimates only, not officially published by David Lloyd. Your actual cost depends on current promotions and your specific membership agreement — always request a personalised quote before joining.
