Shepton Mallet Lido

What a smashing pool! The 25m, heated pool is over 100 years old, originally starting life as a brewing reservoir for the cider brewery next door. The staff are friendly and helpful, telling us that until recently the pool was heated by the brewing process! Despite its long history the pool is immaculately clean, the water was probably around 25° when we visited, and the site is well maintained. Lockers are available on site, traditional changing cubicles with hot showers and toilets, a tuck shop, picnic tables, children's play area, and an additional small pool for toddlers means that there's something for everyone. Parking is free, although I assume that the car park will fill quickly on hot days. We went for a lane swim - one fast, two medium, and a double-width slow lane were available with a very attentive life guard looking on throughout. We really enjoyed our visit 💕

What a smashing pool! The 25m, heated pool is over 100 years old, originally starting life as a brewing reservoir for the cider brewery next door. The staff are friendly and helpful, telling us that until recently the pool was heated by the brewing process! Despite its long history the pool is immaculately clean, the water was probably around 25° when we visited, and the site is well maintained. Lockers are available on site, traditional changing cubicles with hot showers and toilets, a tuck shop, picnic tables, children's play area, and an additional small pool for toddlers means that there's something for everyone. Parking is free, although I assume that the car park will fill quickly on hot days. We went for a lane swim - one fast, two medium, and a double-width slow lane were available with a very attentive life guard looking on throughout. We really enjoyed our visit 💕

What a beautiful pool. Wheel chair access and ramps as well as good for children too. 0.9 metres in the shallow end to 2 metres at the deep end. Attentive life guard on duty at all times.it is heated but still cool. It was 22 when we were there. Seating areas around the edges. Children's pool and a fountain play area. Café does snacks and drinks. It's clean and tidy. Close car park at front. Toilets and showers as well as lockers.