Shepton Mallet Lido
Shepton Mallet, Somerset and Bristol · ★ 4.8 · 4,268 visitor reviews
Shepton Mallet, BA4 5YA
About
Shepton Mallet Outdoor Pool, tucked away just off an unprepossessing residential street in Shepton Mallet, is a fantastic place to take the kids for an outdoor swim during the summer months, with a toddler pool, a wonderful series of fountains and water jets to play in, plus a children's play area on the grass. 9m (2ft 11) at the shallow end to 2m (6ft 6) at the deep end. This ecofriendly pool dates back to the 1950s, but was extensively refurbished in 2006, and is warmed using recycled heat from the Brother's Cider factory next door.
The children's pool measures 12m x 7m (approx. 8m (2ft 7in) at the deep end, and offers a great place for your little water babies to get a fun introduction to swimming. There are male, female, and disabled changing facilities with lockers, an undercover balcony area with seating, and a shop selling swim stock and snacks, drinks, and ice creams.
There are lovely grassy and decking areas with picnic benches too, making this a great location to relax and enjoy the sunshine with the family.
Good for: all ages, babies toddlers, older children, teenagers, young children
Categories
Facilities
- Nearby Parking
- Cafe
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Pushchair Friendly
- Accessible Parking
- Accessible Entrance
- Contactless Payment
Prices
Common questions
What is Shepton Mallet Lido?
A fantastic outdoor pool dating from the 1950s, refurbished in 2006, warmed using recycled heat from the neighbouring cider factory!
Is Shepton Mallet Lido suitable for young children?
Yes, the lido welcomes all ages from babies and toddlers to teenagers. The children's pool with fountains and water jets is perfect for little ones.
Does Shepton Mallet Lido have facilities?
Yes, there is nearby parking with accessible spaces, a café serving snacks and ice creams, an accessible entrance, and wheelchair accessibility.
What pool sizes are available?
The main pool is 25m x 12m (0.9m to 2m deep). The children's pool is 12m x 7m (0m to 0.8m deep) with fun fountains and water jets.
Is Shepton Mallet Lido pushchair-friendly?
Yes, the lido has pushchair-friendly access plus grassy and decking areas with picnic benches. Contactless payments accepted.
What families say
4268 reviews