London isn’t kind to your bank account, but your gym membership doesn’t have to hurt. Whether you’re after 24/7 access, free classes, or just somewhere to lift without spending £80 a month on a shiny postcode, there are still genuinely cheap gyms in London that deliver. We’ve updated this list for 2026 — checked the prices, confirmed what’s still open, and swapped out anything that’s closed or no longer worth your time.
1. The Gym Group
The Gym Group is everywhere in London — dozens of locations spread across zones, meaning you’re rarely far from one. No contracts, free classes included, and 24/7 access at most sites. It’s the kind of membership that makes sense if you’re commuting around the city and want to be able to squeeze in a session near work or home.
Prices have moved upwards since the cost-of-living crunch, and you’ll need to factor in a joining fee, but it remains one of the better value options in the capital. Day passes are available if you want to try before committing.
Price: Monthly from approximately £20–30 depending on location, plus a joining fee. Check the website — prices vary by gym and change regularly. Day passes available from £8.99.
Opening times: Most sites 24/7. Check individual gym pages.
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2. Fitness4Less
Fitness4Less is one of London’s longest-running budget gym chains, and it still holds its own in 2026. There are currently three London locations — Canning Town, Cambridge Heath, and Southwark — with flexible membership options that won’t lock you in.
Membership options include day passes, weekend passes, multi-passes, and monthly rolling memberships. Prices vary slightly by location, so check the website directly, but monthly fees are consistently competitive. The first month covers your joining costs including a gym intro session with a qualified PT and biometric entry setup.
Price: Monthly membership prices vary by location — check the Fitness4Less website for current rates and offers.
Opening times: Typically 6am–10pm Monday–Thursday, 6am–9pm Friday, 8am–6pm Saturday–Sunday. Check individual location pages for exact hours.
3. easyGym
You’ll clock the orange branding straight away — same easy family, same budget ethos. easyGym currently has a location in Camberwell (60A Denmark Hill, SE5) that’s open 24/7 including bank holidays. It’s kitted out with Precor, Rogue, and Escape Fitness equipment, plus PACK45 functional training classes — a team-based workout format mixing cardio, strength, and HIIT that’s included in your membership.
It’s not flash, but if you’re in South London and want kit that won’t embarrass you without paying Zone 1 prices, it gets the job done.
Price: From £19.99 a month. Day passes available. Check easygym.co.uk for current rates.
Opening times: 24/7
4. PureGym
PureGym is the biggest budget chain in the UK — 450+ locations nationally and a solid spread across London. No reception desks, no faff: you get an app-based access code, a personal account to book classes, and 24/7 entry at most sites.
Memberships come in three tiers (Off-Peak, Core, Plus), all no-contract. The Off-Peak option is the cheapest route in if you can train outside rush hour. London locations tend to be pricier than the national average, but there are still options that come in under or around £25 a month — especially if you catch a joining offer.
Price: From £17.99/month nationally; London locations typically higher. Joining fee from £10. Check the website for location-specific pricing and current promo codes — PureGym runs regular deals (including £0 joining fee offers). Day passes from £5.99.
5. JD Gyms
If you haven’t looked at JD Gyms yet, now’s the time. Backed by JD Sports, these gyms punch above their budget price point — better kit maintenance than most chains, good lighting, spacious layouts, and a solid class schedule (Les Mills, HIIT, Boxercise, Spin, Yoga — 300+ classes a month). No joining fee, and the Plus+ membership gets you discounts across JD Sports, MyProtein, Apple, and more.
London coverage is still growing — the Uxbridge branch is the most accessible London location right now, with an Enfield site reportedly in the pipeline. Worth checking if you’re west or north.
Price: From £21.99/month, £0 joining fee. Check jdgyms.co.uk for locations and current pricing.
Opening times: Most sites 24/7. Check individual location pages.
Getting fit in London doesn’t require a premium postcode or a premium price tag. All five gyms above offer flexible memberships with no long contracts — so if one doesn’t work for you, you’re not stuck. Our advice? Check prices at your nearest locations (they vary more than you’d think), look for a no-joining-fee promo before you sign up, and do a day pass first if you’re unsure. Your future self will thank you.
