As the UK's heatwave ranks first, people are pouring into the best swimming pools in the UK. Known for their art deco, they are a feast for relaxing, pleasing and pleasing.
Here are some of the best swimming pools to make you feel relaxed throughout the summer. With just one visit, your warm days will turn into a cool day.
No 1:Saltdean Lido, Brighton
This glorious swimming pool reopened in last summer and it is known as the one of the England’s sever wonders of the seaside. This one is finest example of modernist lidos in UK. It has a 40 meter long swimming pool with a separate children’s swimming pool as well. This also has heated water for the first time since it was closed in 1940s.
No 2:Jubilee Pool, Cornwall
This pool was badly destroyed in 2014 due to heavy storms that lashed the south coast. It gives a stunning view of St. Michaels Mount and the fishing town of Newlyn. It also displays a lovely Art Deco and for young swimmers there is a pool set within the main swimming area. This pool opens up everyday till the end of September.
No 3:Bude Sea Pool, Cornwall
This is a partially man-made sea pool that nestles in the Summerleaze Beach in northern Cornwall. It is 88 meters by 50 meters and you can also enjoy the splashes of Atlantic in this pool. The pool is maintained through donations, fundraises and grants. You can have that perfect feel of the beach and you can relax by looking at the beach views and wild coastline that surrounds this beach.
No 4:Hampstead Ponds, London
This is originally dug as reservoirs in the 17th century and since then it has been divided into ladies, gents and mixed pond. You can cut yourself off fromthe chaos of the city and relax here as you swim and you can also make your way through the Heath and take in one of the London’s finest parks.
No 5:Clifton Lido, Bristol
This is indeed a stylish pool that dates back to the Victorian era and it has bathing facility along with spa for the members. Even non-members can get the daily or a weekly pass for three hours in the afternoon. It has heated water as well and it is open 24/7 year round.
No 6:Thames Lido, Reading
Thames Lido is an outdoor swimming pool that is an open bathing area stood on site since 1860. The biggest pool for men was built up in 1879 where the water was supplied from nearby Thames river. Women pool was added in 1902 and ensures total privacy as well. It is surrounded by beautiful views and buildings.
No 7:Tinside Lido, Plymouth
This one is beautifully restored semi-circular sea water pool that has a fountain in the center and loads of Art Deco features. It is set in a beautiful location overlooking the sea at the tip of Plymouth. The pool also gives a sun deck where the swimmers get a good opportunity to soak up the sun. This pool was built in 1935 and has archetypal popular decor style and Grade II listed in Britain.
No 8:Lymington Sea Water Baths, Hampshire
This is the oldest pool since 18th century that is set in the middle of Georgian market town of Lymington. It also has activities like kayaks, paddle boards and water rollers. It can easily accommodate upto 400 people and has 110 m sea water pool as well where people can swim and relax.