UNLIKE other English lidos, this is one you would completely miss if it you didn’t know it was there.
Burford Bridge Lido is tucked away in the grounds of the Sunday Box Hill Burford Bridge Hotel just outside of Dorking.
The peaceful spot is so idyllic that some visitors have said being there makes them feel like they’re “on holiday”.
Stretching 20 metres long, it is heated between 28C-32C.
Between May and September, the pool is open seven days a week to the public who can book morning, afternoon or evening sessions.
Surrounding the lido are plenty of sun loungers, parasols and towel hire which swimmers can take advantage of.
You can get food and drink there too which is served up from the hotel restaurant.
On offer there are pizzas, salads and burgers, there’s also a children’s menu as well as soft and alcoholic drinks.
As the lido is found on the site of the Sunday Box Hill Burford Bridge Hotel, guests get access to the lido included in their stay.
And over the years, it has been one of the prime selling-points of the hotel.
One visitor wrote on Tripadvisor: “The gardens are a delight, particularly the heated outdoor swimming pool. That was the icing on the cake!”
Another said: “I love outdoor swimming so the amazing 27’ temperature beautiful pool below Box Hill with fab facilities and lifeguards was a treat!”
A third commented: “An unexpected gem of a hotel in an idyllic location (despite the roundabout location!) with a glorious outdoor lido, perfect for poolside lounging and exploring green Box Hill on a hot bank holiday weekend.”
Sun Travel found rooms that start from £64 per night (or £32 each).
Day pass tickets for those not staying at the hotel vary in price depending on the time.
Early bird swims (between 7-11am) start from £12.50 for adults and £7.50 for children.
Mid-day swims (between 11am-3pm) and afternoon swims (3-7pm) start from £20 for adults and £10 for children.
A full day pass starts from £35 for adults and £17.50 for children with a family pass starting from £85.
For those driving, the lido has free parking for up to four hours for those with a day pass.
The outdoor pool is seasonal and will be open this summer until September 27.