WITH warm weather on the way, many Brits are looking for the best places to take a dip.
If sea swimming isn’t for you, don’t worry, there are a variety of heated lidos open all summer long.
Whether you’re swimming laps or soaking up the sun with friends, nothing says a British summer like an outdoor pool.
With on-site cafes and splash parks for younger children, there’s plenty on offer at these lidos.
And even if you’re not the strongest swimmer, all these locations offer Swim For All sessions throughout the summer.
These seven lidos even offer heated waters so you don’t have to worry about taking a chilly dip.
Charlton Lido and Lifestyle Club
This 50-metre South London pool offers warm water temperatures of 22 to 28 degrees, depending on the sun.
Fitness swimmers and families alike are welcome at this lido, with dedicated lanes open from June to September, plus a state-of-the-art gym, exercise studio, tennis courts, and an on-site cafe.
London Fields Lido
Open year-round, this Hackney pool is also Olympic-sized and is at its busiest during the warm summer months.
Swimmers of all experience levels can enjoy 50-minute slots, while sunbathing sessions last for two hours, and the on-site cafe is open all day.
Oasis Sports Centre
Measuring 27.5 metres, this Camden pool offers a consistent temperature of 25 degrees all summer long, and is described as one of the city’s best-kept secrets.
Swim sessions are available for all levels, lasting 50 minutes at a time until 5pm on weekdays and 4pm on weekends, with other facilities also available, including a gym, sports studios, squash courts, and a sauna.
Pools On The Park
Also located in London, this 33-metre pool also maintains a comfortable temperature of 25 degrees.
It features easy step access and floodlighting so you can swim early in the morning and into the evening during the off-season too.
Abbey Meadows Outdoor Pool
Located in Abingdon, Oxfordshire, Abbey Meadows Outdoor Pool measures 25 metres and there’s even a free splash pad next door.
A kiosk offering light refreshments is also available on-site, from 9am until 6pm.
Riverside Park and Pools
This 23-metre outdoor pool is also heated, making it the ideal spot for a family day out in Wallingford, South Oxfordshire.
There’s even a splash park for your little ones, as well as an on-site cafe and a nearby campsite.
Woodstock Open Air Pool
Measuring 25 metres, Woodstock Open Air Pool, also in Oxfordshire, features four lanes for swimming as well as a diving board.
This pool is open from May 24 until July 20, with changing facilities, hot showers, a cafe, and picnic area all on site.