Opened in 2013, the centre includes an 8-lane 25m competition pool, a teaching/learner pool, spectator seating, mobile floors for both pools and disabled lift with full access to the main pool. The centre provides additional facilities including fitness/health suites, studios and changing rooms. The exterior façade is clad in 1400 individual glass panels that were developed in conjunction with local artist Phil Coy. In February 2014 The Glass Mill was awarded the Best Built Project – Community Scale Scheme in the London Planning Awards 2013/14. It was also listed as one of the four best buildings in London completed in 2013/2014.