Gyms with no long contract in United Kingdom 2026: 4 chains

Chains from our ranking for United Kingdom that sell a rolling monthly membership or a one-month pass, in Score order. Such a membership often costs more per month than a long contract, so compare the total you will pay. A joining fee may apply.

Gym and fitness club chains in the UK 2026: a ranking built on verified facts

  1. 1

    PureGym

    94/100
    No long contract
    Yes
    Notice to cancel
    0 days
    Membership freeze
    Yes
    Price with no long commitment
    £24.99 (Core, typical)
    Clubs in the country (as stated)
    450
    • You can join with no commitment beyond one month
    • Names the operating company and registration number
    • Large network of clubs
    • Short notice to cancel
  2. 2

    The Gym Group

    93/100
    No long contract
    Yes
    Notice to cancel
    4 days
    Membership freeze
    Yes
    Price with no long commitment
    from £14.99
    Clubs in the country (as stated)
    260
    • You can join with no commitment beyond one month
    • Names the operating company and registration number
    • Large network of clubs
    • Short notice to cancel
  3. 3

    JD Gyms

    63/100
    No long contract
    Yes
    Notice to cancel
    0 days
    Membership freeze
    Yes
    Price with no long commitment
    Not verified
    Clubs in the country (as stated)
    100
    • You can join with no commitment beyond one month
    • Names the operating company and registration number
    • Short notice to cancel
    • You can freeze a membership
  4. 5

    Total Fitness

    57/100
    No long contract
    Yes
    Notice to cancel
    30 days
    Membership freeze
    Yes
    Price with no long commitment
    Not verified
    Clubs in the country (as stated)
    15
    • You can join with no commitment beyond one month
    • Names the operating company and registration number
    • You can freeze a membership
    • Sells a single day pass