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Brockwell Lido

📍 London, Greater London

★4.0(1,446 Google reviews)👶All ages

Iconic outdoor 50m swimming pool in Brockwell Park with year-round sessions from summer swims to winter dips. Sauna facilities, a gym, yoga and Pilates classes, and a strong community atmosphere.

✓ Historic outdoor pool✓ Year-round swimming✓ Sauna✓ Community atmosphere✓ Open changing

🏆 Funzaroo Verdict

Best for families with older children and teenagers who want a genuine open-water swimming experience in a historic outdoor setting. The year-round operation and community events give it a different character from indoor pools. Open changing facilities are standard for this style of lido — families with younger children should factor this in.

ℹ️ What to Know Before You Go

💡Water temperature varies significantly by season — summer months are warmest for younger swimmers
⏰Open shower and changing facilities are standard for an outdoor lido — private cubicles are not available
🎟️The sauna is free to use alongside a swim session — check access arrangements on arrival
🚗Coffee and snacks on site are convenient and expensive — bringing your own is an option

💬 What Families Are Saying

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4.0
★★★★★

1,446 Google reviews

G Reviews from Google

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Maria Paulino

2 months ago

★★★★★

“I came here to try the sauna, which was free to experience, and it was a great surprise. After that, I stayed to watch their last event and it was amazing to see so many people swimming together. The atmosphere felt lively, social, and very London. A really nice place to relax, connect, and enjoy something different. Would definitely come back. 🏊‍♀️🔥✨”

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Anna McClarnon

2 months ago

★★★★★

“Great to see this lido is still in action what an asset for the local people. The water could best be described as toastie on a cold winters day with the sun shining it was magical. I will be coming back”

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Johnny

7 months ago

★★★★★

“Had a lovely swim here, not too cold at the end or August. The lady in reception was extremely polite, friendly and helpful. Unfortunately the cakes in the coffee shop were over priced and not great, although the coffee was yummy 😋”

💬 What parents mention

Unique atmosphere and community feelFacility maintenance notes

Overview

Brockwell Lido has operated since 1937 as an outdoor 50m pool in Brockwell Park, remaining open across all seasons including winter. The site includes sauna facilities, a fully equipped gym, and group exercise classes covering yoga and Pilates. The community atmosphere is a defining feature — the lido draws a loyal local membership and regular open-water swimming events. Changing facilities are open rather than private cubicles.

🕐 Opening Hours

Monday06:30 – 21:00
Tuesday06:30 – 21:00
Wednesday06:30 – 21:00
Thursday06:30 – 21:00
Friday06:30 – 20:00
Saturday07:30 – 18:30
Sunday07:30 – 18:30

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