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13 PLACES TO SPLASH THIS SUMMER – LIDO’S, PADDLING POOLS AND SPLASH PARKS

Posted by Kat Heath on 31 Jul 2024

As temperatures have risen I thought it was a good time to do an update of our list of splash parks and pools.   So if you want more than paddling pool in the garden this list is for you:

LIDOS: (all under 10 miles from Epsom/Ewell apart from Guildford Lido: 17 miles)

BROCKWELL LIDO. (10 miles)Brockwell Park, Dulwich Road, London. SE24 OPA
Tel: 020 7274 3088
Website: https://www.fusion-lifestyle.com/centres/brockwell-lido/

Opened in 1937, Brockwell Lido hosts not only a 50metre pool but also a gym, sauna and steam, cafe and a crèche!
What’s not to love?!
It is a one stop health and fitness centre located within the stunning grounds of Brockwell Park. A great day out for the whole family.

Opening Times:Mon-Thurs: 6.30-9pm
Fri: 6.30-8pmSat & Sun: 7.30-6pm
Ticket Prices: (peak)
Adults: £8
Child: £5

GUILDFORD LIDO (17 miles)Lido Road, Stoke Park, Guildford, Surrey, GU1 1HB.
Tel: 01483 449108
Website: https://www.freedom-leisure.co.uk/centres/guildford-lido/
Email: lido.membership@freedom-leisure.co.uk

A beautiful lido built in the 1930s, situated within Stoke Park.
The main pool is an impressive 50metres with facilities including a gym, cafe, mini golf and deck chair hire.
A great day out with parking available for lido customers.

Opening Times:Mon-Sun: 10.30-6.30pm
Ticket Prices:
Adults: £9.00
Children (3-15years): £7.00
 3years: Free

HAMPTON LIDO (8 miles)
High Street, Hampton, Middlesex, TW12 2ST Tel: 020 8255 1116
Website: http://www.hamptonpool.co.uk/

Set in the grounds of Bushy Park, Hampton Lido really is a joy!
It is the only lido which is open 365 days a year!
Facilities include a learning pool, ideal for babies and toddlers and a cafe.
During the Summer, Hampton Lido plays host to Moonlight Dip, which allows swimmers to enjoy the pool under the midsummer nights sky.
This event gets extremely busy so booking is essential the Moonlight Dip for more info on this click here:
http://www.hamptonpool.co.uk/1-swimming/1-moonlight_swim.php
Opening Times:
Opening times vary weekly due to swimming lessons. Please refer to website above.
Ticket Prices:
Adults: £9.00
Child: £6.00 (3-11years)
Notes:
All children under 8 must be supervised by an adult no further than arms length.
2 children to 1 adult at all times.

RICHMOND POOLS ON THE PARK (8 miles) Old Deer Park, Twickenham Road, Richmond, Surrey, TW9 2SF
Tel: 020 3772 2999
Website: https://www.richmond.gov.uk/pools_on_the_park
Email: Leisure@richmond.gov.uk

A swimming complex within beautiful gardens, west of Richmond town centre.
A great place to visit on a sunny day to have a dip and walk around the stunning gardens.

Opening Times:Mon-Fri: 6.30am-10pm Sat-Sun: 7am-9pm

Ticket Prices:
 Adults: £9.00 swim & gardens 
Child( 4-12): £5.00 swim & gardens
Teen (13-19): £5.00 swim & gardens
Under 3: Free

TOOTING LIDO (8 miles )
Tooting Bec Road, London, SW16 1RUTel:
Website: https://www.placesleisure.org/centres/tooting-bec-lido/
Email: Enquires@tootingbeclido.co.uk

Built in the 1930s, Tooting Lido is the UKs largest lido set within the beautiful surrounds of Tooting Bec Common.
After being closed for a major refurbishment, this stunning lido is now open and is better and bigger than before!
Definitely worth a visit!

Opening times:
Mon- Sun 6am-8pm

Ticket Prices:
Adults: £9.40
Child: £5.20

SPLASH PARKS AND PADDLING POOLS
All FREE of charge.

PADDLING POOLS:

SIR JOSEPH HOOD MEMORIAL PLAYING FIELDS Marina Avenue, New Malden, KT3
Website: https://www.merton.gov.uk/leisure-recreation-and-culture/parks-and-open-spaces/parks-and-recreation-grounds/morden/sir-joseph-hood-memorial-playing-fields
Email: slwpenquiries.merton@idverde.co.uk

Named after the mayor of Wimbledon, Sir Joseph Hood.
The park opened in 1931 providing the residents of suburbia an oasis to relax and play.
Facilities include not only a large paddling pool but tennis courts, crazy golf and a cafeteria.
Opening times: 8am until dusk.
Paddling pool: 10am-5pm (20th July-1st Sept.)

SIR JOSEPH HOOD RECREATION GROUND Martin Way, Morden/Raynes Park, London, SW20 9BX
Website: https://www.merton.gov.uk/leisure-recreation-and-culture/parks-and-open-spaces/parks-and-recreation-grounds/morden/joseph-hood-recreation-ground

Not to be confused with Sir Joseph Hood Memorial Playing Fields in nearby Motspur Park, SJH recreation ground consists of not only a generous sized paddling pool but also hosts two play areas, a football pitch, cricket ground and outdoor bowling.
Opening times: 8am till dusk
Paddling pool: 10am-5pm (20th July-1st Sept)

KING GEORGE’S PLAYING FIELDS Tudor Drive, Morden, SM4 4PN
Website: https://www.merton.gov.uk/leisure-recreation-and-culture/parks-and-open-spaces/parks-and-recreation-grounds/morden/king-georges-playing-fields

Hosting an impressive paddling pool, King George’s Park also facilitates an outdoor gym, a large playground, tennis courts and a cricket pitch.
Opening times: 8am till dusk
Paddling Pool: 10am-5pm (20th July-1st Sept)

MORDEN PARK London Road, Morden, Surrey, SM4 4SF
Website: https://www.merton.gov.uk/leisure-recreation-and-culture/parks-and-open-spaces/parks-and-recreation-grounds/morden/morden-park/overview

Originally Morden Park was part of the Morden Hall estate, owned by the Garth Family. (A road in Stonecott Hill is named after the family)
In 1945 it became a public park for all of the local residents and families to enjoy on their return from evacuation during world war 2.
The park consists of a large paddling pool, cricket pitch, multi sports play ground and an outdoor gym.

PLEASE NOTE PADDLING POOL IS CURRENTLY CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE DUE TO DRAINAGE ISSUE.
Check website for updates
Opening times: 8am-dusk
Paddling Pool: 10am-5pm (20th July-1st Sept)

COLLIERS WOOD RECREATION GROUND South Gardens, London, SW19 2NT
Website: https://www.merton.gov.uk/leisure-recreation-and-culture/parks-and-open-spaces/parks-and-recreation-grounds/mitcham/colliers-wood-recreation-ground

This beautiful park won the Green Flag award in 2009 due to its ornamental gardens. It really is a stunning park comprising of a paddling pool, children’s play centre, tennis courts and outdoor table tennis.
Opening Times: 8am-dusk
Paddling Pool: 10am-5pm (20th July- 1st Sept)

WIMBLEDON PARK Home Park Road Entrance, SW19 7HU
Website: https://www.merton.gov.uk/leisure-recreation-and-culture/parks-and-open-spaces/parks-and-recreation-grounds/wimbledon/wimbledon-park

Located alongside the All England Lawn Tennis Club, Wimbledon Park is one of the largest and the best parks in the London Borough of Merton.
Its vast facilities include a large lake, athletics track, play areas, tennis courts, paddling pool, new splash pad and mini adventure golf.
As well as a cafe which is open every day.

Opening Times: 8am- Dusk
Paddling Pool and splash pad: 10am-5pm (17th June- 8th Sept)

SPLASH PARKS:

REIGATE PRIORY PARK Priory Road, Bell Street, Reigate, RH2 7RL
Website:
Email: Greenspaces@reigate-banstead.gov.uk

A beautiful park which consists of a splash area, a lake, an adventure playground and an award winning cafe designed by world famous architect, Dominique Perrault, who also designed the Bibliotheque Nationale de France in central Paris.
In addition to this beautiful park and cafe, the Woodland Trust provide various activities for children including nature and wildlife trails.
A must do for all families.
Opening times: 8am-dusk

MEMBERSHIP POOLS

DAVID LLOYD LEISURE CLUBS
CHEAM:Ewell Road, Cheam, Sutton, SM3 8DP
Tel: 020 8786 3150
Email: Cheam@davidlloyd.co.uk
Website: https://www.davidlloyd.co.uk/clubs/cheam

This members only health and fitness club includes a children’s outdoor pool and an impressive 20metre outdoor pool for adults. Other facilities include a crèche, gym and an indoor pool.
A great way to relax and unwind with the family or on your own!
Three month membership trials are available.

Opening Times:Mon-Fri: 6am-10pm
Sat-Sun: 7.00-9pm

EPSOM:Central Boiler House, Horton Lane, Epsom, KT19 8PL
Tel: 01372 747224
Email: Epsom@davidlloyd.co.uk
Website: https://www.davidlloyd.co.uk/clubs/epsom/

Set in the surroundings of Horton Lane, the members only health club consists of a beautiful outdoor pool which is reminiscent of London’s prestigious Shoreditch House. deckchairs and loungers are laid out and there is a relaxing atmosphere surrounding the outdoor pool.
Facilities include a children’s outdoor pool and usual gym facilities.
Three month trial memberships available.

Opening Times:Mon-Fri: 6am-11pm
Sat-Sun: 7.30am-10pm

Do get in touch directly with all the above for more information / before setting off on your journey.
Enjoy!

Kat xx

 

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Kat Heath

Kat Heath is a qualified beauty therapist and a mum of two boys, Harry and Elliott. Kat also has been a marketing ambassador and blogger for many on-line mummy sites as well as working as a therapist for Decleor, Clarins and Guinot within Selfridges, Peter Jones and John Lewis. Her passions are fashion, interiors, wellbeing and food!