Priory Lido - heated open air swimming pool
Priory Street, Ware,
Hertfordshire SG12 0DE
Tel: 01920 460703
The term Lido is from the name of a place in Venice where Bathing took place. They usually have areas for sunbathing - watching, and eating and are designed for activities around water.
This description embraces everything that is available to the swimmer and spectator at Ware Priory Lido. Built in 1934, The Lido is a heated open air pool which is open this year from July to September (early opening with some sessions from 11th June - 1st July. It was substantially altered in the 1970s with new changing rooms. Situated in the grounds of Ware Priory, the Lido comprises a 30m (approximately) Main Pool and a Teaching Pool. Fully qualified RLSS Pool Lifeguards and a First Aider are on duty at all times.
A refreshment kiosk with access from both the Lido and neighbouring Priory Park offers a wide selection of hot & cold food and drinks, confectionery and of course ice cream
Ware Priory Lido is now closed until the summer season 2012
Details below are for the 2011 season and will be updated nearer to the opening for 2012
Early Opening Sessions - Saturday 11th June – Friday 1st July includes School swimming lessons in the morning
2011 SEASON
Sunday 3rd July to Sunday 4th September
Weekdays
10 a.m. – 12.45 pm (large pool only)
& 2 p.m. – 6.45 p.m. (both pools open)
(Adult Lunchtime Swim 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.)
Weekends & Bank Holidays
10 a.m. – 12.45 & 2 p.m. – 5.45 p.m. (both pools open)
(Adult Lunchtime Swim 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.)
Last ticket sold ½ hour before closing
Important Notice
Children under the age of 8 years will not be admitted unless accompanied by, and under the constant supervision of, an adult swimming.
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Admission Charges |
| Adult (over 16) |
£ 4.00 |
| Junior & Concession |
£ 2.00 |
|
Family Ticket:
(2 Adults & 3 Children Max.)
(or 1 Adult & 2 Children Max.) |
£11.00
£ 7.00 |
Lunchtime Swim - Adults only
(per session) |
£ 3.00 |
|
Swim Savers
(card of 10 swims for the price of 8)
Adult
Junior & Concession |
£32.00
£16.00 |
|
Season Ticket
Adult
Junior & Concession |
£60.00
£30.00 |
|
Swimming Lessons
Course of 5 x ½ hour lessons |
£25.00 |
Private Hire
Why not hire the Lido for a party, summer BBQ or club fun swim? The Lido is available for hire from 7.30 p.m. weekdays or 6.30 p.m. weekends.
- One fully qualified Lifeguard is included in the hire fee, however additional lifeguards may be required for more than 25 swimmers please check with the Manager.
Private Hire Charges -
All facilities per hour including one Lifeguard
(additional lifeguard per hour £12.50) |
| Pool Parties |
£85.00 |
| Concessionary Rate - (for local organisations) |
£50.00 |
|
Deposit required (non-refundable) |
£25.00 |
| Lido Hire Application Form |
Swimming Lessons
Swimming lessons for children of all swimming abilities are held each weekday morning between 9.00 and 10.30 a.m. during the school holidays. Each lesson lasts for ½ hour and is conducted by a fully qualified ASA or STA swimming instructor. Rest Assured the water is heated to a minimum of 80°F.
Details from Reception
Tel: 01920 460703.