David Lloyd Royal Berkshire

Reviews

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  Sam Copeland

  1 day ago
  1.0
  I have been a member of this club for just shy of two years, and unfortunately, for a club marketed as “premium”, the experience falls a long way short of what you would expect. The quality and condition of the gym itself is particularly disappointing. A significant amount of the equipment is either broken, faulty or simply not maintained to an acceptable standard. Frankly, it is concerning that gyms charging a fraction of the membership cost often have considerably better equipment and facilities. The pools and spa are, at best, average. They are certainly not terrible, but equally, there is very little about them that could genuinely be described as “premium”. One of the biggest issues, however, is what feels like significant over-subscription. I appreciate that the club is a business, but continually increasing membership numbers at the expense of the existing member experience feels incredibly short-sighted. It is becoming increasingly difficult to find a parking space, despite the size of the car park, and at many times of the day the gym is so busy that it is difficult to use the equipment you actually want. These are precisely the sorts of compromises you would expect when paying for a budget gym - not when paying a premium membership fee. It used to be a genuinely decent club, but sadly, over the time I have been a member, it has gone steadily downhill. The facilities, maintenance and overall member experience simply do not justify the price, and it is increasingly difficult to understand what you are actually paying a premium for.
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  Craigy M

  6 days ago
  1.0
  Very disappointing experience with David Lloyd Berkshire. For the price you pay for membership, you would expect a much better standard of gym, facilities and customer service. The gym itself simply doesn’t have enough equipment for the number of members. It is almost constantly busy, regardless of what time you go, which makes it incredibly difficult to get a decent workout in without waiting around for equipment. It really feels like the memberships are overpriced and oversubscribed. The car park is another major frustration. It is constantly full and finding a space can feel like a challenge in itself. What makes it even worse is seeing people regularly parking in the parent and child spaces when they don’t have children with them. It’s incredibly selfish and frustrating for families who actually need those spaces. Unfortunately, the customer service doesn’t make up for any of this either. A lot of the staff appear as though they simply don’t want to be there, and unfortunately that comes across in the service and attitude you receive. For a premium-priced club, you would expect staff to be welcoming, helpful and genuinely interested in providing a good experience. It also feels like the club is happy to continue taking on members and collecting expensive membership fees without doing enough to maintain, improve or upgrade the gym and its facilities. When you are paying a premium, you expect the facilities to reflect that. I also wouldn’t describe this as particularly family or child friendly. In my experience, it seems much more geared towards single, working professionals rather than families, despite the premium price and the impression given that it is a family-friendly club. Overall, I really struggle to see the value for money. Save your money and look elsewhere. There are plenty of gyms and spas where your membership will hopefully feel valued rather than feeling like you are simply another payment coming out each month. It’s a real shame because, with better management, investment and customer service, this could be a much better club.
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  S Singh

  Aug 25, 2026
  5.0
  Absolutely brilliant atmosphere at David Lloyd Royal Berkshire today. The BBQ was spot‑on — juicy burgers, great flavours and everything cooked perfectly. The staff were incredible too: friendly, organised and genuinely made the whole event feel special. Such a great vibe all round. This club really knows how to create a fantastic experience for its members.
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  Marco Venutelli

  Aug 10, 2026
  1.0
  The "Royal" Berkshire Outdoor Pool, fit for a king, if the king is a compost heap They call it Royal Berkshire. I can only assume the royal in question abdicated years ago and took the cleaning budget with them. The outdoor pool is less a swimming facility and more an open-air ecosystem. The floor offers a rich tapestry of leaves, debris, loose hair and dead insects, all marinating together in what I can only describe as a wellness broth. Somewhere down there, David Attenborough is narrating. Pre-swim showers? Adorable concept. Nobody uses them, and why would they, when there's clearly no one around to suggest otherwise. Members stroll straight in wearing the day's sweat, sunscreen and life choices, adding their own personal seasoning to the soup. And the staff, bless them, have perfected the art of not caring. Basic hygiene etiquette is not enforced, mentioned, or seemingly known. I've seen more supervision at an unattended paddling pool. You pay premium money here. In return, you get to swim through what a pond would look like if a pond stopped trying. Royal? The only thing regal about this pool is that, like the monarchy, it hasn't been properly cleaned in decades
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  Sarah Arran

  Aug 5, 2026
  5.0
  I recently went for a tour of David Lloyd with Ross, who was incredibly friendly, welcoming and informative. He took the time to answer all of our questions and helped my partner and me sign up for a Platinum membership. The club has a fantastic range of facilities, including a well-equipped gym, a wide variety of fitness classes, tennis courts and a relaxing spa. Although the gym can get busy at peak times, there’s still plenty of equipment available, so it’s easy to get a good workout without waiting too long. The food is also excellent, making it a great place to relax after a workout. Overall, it’s been a brilliant experience so far!

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