

Get ready for an exciting day at the Trafford Metro Masters Spring Open Meet on Saturday, 9th May 2026, in Sale, Greater Manchester!
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Session 1: Warm up at 2:00 pm (for 2:45 pm start)
Session 2: Warm up T.B.C.
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Venue Address
Sale Leisure Centre, Broad Road, Sale. M33 2AL.
General enquiries
Please send any general enquiries about the meet to masterstrafford@gmail.com
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Parking notes
There is limited parking at the Leisure Centre. Two small car parks are located on either side of the building. Parking is free, provided you enter your car registration plate into the devices located in the leisure centre foyer.
Alternatively, there is a Q-Park multi-storey car park located opposite the leisure centre underneath the apartment block. They are offering a 15% discount on parking for the event if parking is pre-booked via the Q-Park website.
The leisure centre is in a small one-way system, so if you miss any of the car parks, just do a loop round and come back.
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The pre-book code is MSTR26MCHR
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Public Transport Notes
The Sale tram stop is located 100m from the Leisure Centre, and the line runs directly to Manchester Piccadilly train station.
Meet Entry Pack
Can be viewed HERE
Withdrawals
The withdrawal process relies upon the swimmer’s cooperation and courtesy to fellow
competitors. Swimmers who fail to arrive for their heat create empty lanes, which, if they had been used by others, could reduce the length of sessions.
To ensure that the meet runs efficiently, it is essential that those not intending to compete notify the Promoter, Tracy Dale, up to and including Friday, 8th May 2026.
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On the day withdrawals need to be made in person or by a swimmer’s representative to the timing suite 90 minutes before the commencement of the session (both individuals and relays).
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Swim Down Facilities
There will be a 25-yard swim down pool available in the section next to the main pool from 3pm. The pools are connected by a short corridor.
Medals and prizes
Medals will be awarded to the top 3 swimmers in each age group in all individual events and the top 3 teams in relay events. The medals awarded will be engraved wooden medals.
These are provided by one of our sponsors CT Trophies.
Spot prizes will be awarded throughout the gala.
The top visiting team will be awarded a trophy. Points will be awarded as follows:
1st =6pts, 2nd = 5pts, 3rd = 4 pts, 4th =3pts, 5th = 2pts, 6th = 1pt.
There will also be prizes for the top male/open and female swimmers.
Meet Mobile
The programme and results will be posted on the Meet Mobile app. The results will also appear on on our WEBSITE.
Swimwear
Swimmers are reminded that to qualify for a British, European, or World Masters record, their swimwear must comply with World Aquatics requirements.
Changing and Lockers
There are male and female changing rooms, with privacy cubicles within the changing rooms. There are lockers available in the changing rooms that require a £1 coin, which is returnable.
Food and drink
There are no refreshment facilities at the Leisure Centre, but we will be selling hot drinks along with homemade baked goods. There will be gluten-free and vegan options. Drinks will be discounted if you bring a reusable cup. There will be the option to pay by cash or card (minimum spend £ 1).
Alternatively, there are local shops within a short walking distance, approximately 100m away, including a convenience store. Turn left out of the entrance of the Leisure Centre and walk up the slight incline. Turn left when you reach the junction, and you will find a small high street with shops and small eateries.
Pop-up shop
Last is Fast will have a pop-up shop on-site selling merchandise.
OXOLT Strength & Conditioning
OXOLT will attend the meet. Head Coach Nathan Oxford will be on hand with performance testing tools, including a dynamometer (for assessing grip strength, rotator cuff health and general readiness) and a jump height measuring device to test your explosive power. These tests are free for all, and we encourage you to take advantage of them at a time of your choosing.
Event Photography
We will be having professional photographer Emily Inns capturing wonderful moments throughout the day. These can be viewed and will be available for purchase on her WEBSITE following the conclusion of the event.
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Our own social media team will be present and will be capturing general footage throughout the day. This will primarily be focused on Trafford Metro swimmers.
You will be able to view any material on our Instagram and Facebook platforms. We’d love it if you’d consider following us!
