Dive into 'All Year-Round Swimming' at Guildford Lido!
From 1 October 2025, Guildford's iconic 1930s outdoor pool will be welcoming swimmers to take the plunge all year round, rain or shine. Traditionally, the Lido has only been open during the summer months but Freedom Leisure are making it an 'All Year-Round Swimming' destination, right in the heart of Guildford.
As part of this change, the summer programme is being extended. Instead of closing on 15 September, the Lido will now extend its summer timetable until 30 September 2025. From 1 October, the Lido moves into its new winter programme and will continue operating all year round, with the usual extended opening hours returning each summer.
To herald the introduction of all year-round swimming, Freedom Leisure is introducing monthly and annual membership packages to suit all budgets, customers can also pay per swim and simply go and enjoy, paying on arrival. Access to swimming won't be seasonal from this autumn and the pool will be open to everyone, all year-round with the usual extended opening times returning for the summer months.
Guildford Lido, is managed by Freedom Leisure, one of the UK's leading not-for-profit leisure trusts on behalf of Guildford Borough Council. It offers a unique swimming experience: a blend of historic charm and invigorating outdoor exercise. Whether you're a seasoned outdoor swimmer or just looking for a refreshing dip, the Lido promises the perfect escape from the indoor pool routine.
"Swimming in the Lido is something truly special," says Finley Broekhuizen, General Manager of Guildford Lido. "There's nothing like the crisp autumn air combined with warm, welcoming water. It's a fantastic way to stay active and enjoy the outdoors, whatever the season."
To make your 'all year-round swims' even more enjoyable, the Lido is ready with all the classic facilities including an on-site café and a friendly atmosphere that has kept Guildford residents coming back since the 1930s. Swimmers can enjoy the freedom of open-air swimming all year round and embrace the invigorating waters and experience the Lido in a whole new way.
Councillor Catherine Houston Lead Cllr for Leisure added:
"This is a brilliant example of how Guildford Borough Council is working with our partners to bring more value to our community. The Lido provides much-loved outdoor swimming, and I'm thrilled to hear it will be opening year-round with immediate effect and at no extra cost to the council or tax-payers.
"Year-round outdoor swimming is something that the Council has been asked about for many years and I am pleased that we've been able to deliver on this. It means there will be much more opportunity for residents to stay active, connect with others, and enjoy Guildford's leisure heritage in a fresh new way."
Enquiries are open now on the website for those wishing to grab a membership with Early Bird Offers for those registering before 15 September 2025.
Published Date: 2 September 2025