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The Lido: outdoor swimming pool
The Lido outdoor swimming pool in Bishops Road, Peterborough opens during the summer, usually from may until September.
The Lido outdoor swimming pool in Bishops Road, Peterborough opens during the summer, usually from may until September.During (2009) May, June and September the Lido will be open between 9am and 6pm throughout the week. In July and August, it will remain open until 8pm.
Early-morning swimming sessions – between 7.30am and 9am – will run from Sunday, June 22 until the end of the season.
Entry for those aged 16 and over costs 4.10, or 3 for @ctive card holders. Children aged between five and 15 can get in for 2.60, or 2.20 with an @ctive card, and under-fives will be charged 85p. Related link: Active Card for Leisure discounts - www.peterborough.gov.uk/ page-570.
Details:
Address: The Lido, Bishops Road, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE1 5BW
Telephone: 01733 343618
Facilities include:
3 Heated Outdoor Pools (Main Pool, Learner Pool, Paddling Pool)
Large Grass Sunbathing Area
Balcony
Refreshment Area
People aged 16 and under or 60 and over can swim for free at pools across the city until March 31, 2011.
To qualify, they must take proof of their age to the Regional Swimming Pool, in Bishop's Road, or the Tourist Information Centre, in Minster Precincts, where they will receive a free swimming card after completing an application form.
Factfile: 180,000 swimmers visited in 1973
The land on the south side of Bishop's Road, on which the Lido is situated, was purchased by the Development Corporation from the Ecclesiastical Commissioners in 1927.
The Lido opened on Thursday, May 28, 1936 and the then Mayor of Peterborough, Councillor Arthur Mellows did the honours. The cutting of the ribbon was followed by a swimming gala.
Just four years later, it was unlucky enough to experience a direct hit during the city's first air raid of the Second World War on June 10, 1940.
In 1973, a record 181,396 swimmers visited the Lido.
Also in 1973, a 14ft tunnel was found underneath one of the walls. It was believed to have been dug by youngsters trying to avoid the 5p entry fee.
In the early '90s The Evening Telegraph launched a successful campaign to Save Our Swimming Pool.
The Lido was designated a Grade II-listed building in 1992. This means it is a building of special interest and cannot be changed or the fabric of the building altered without permission.
The main pool at the Lido holds 500,000 gallons of water, and the Lido and surrounding gardens cover an area of approximately two and half acres.
The Lido is constructed of reinforced concrete and lined with "Cullamix" slabs.
The main pool is 2.7m deep at its deepest point, and 0.9m at the shallow end.
Opening Times
Opens May 23th 10.00am
May, June & September - 9.00am - 6.00pm
July & August - 9.00am - 8.00pm
Early Morning Sunday Swimming from Sunday 22nd June 2009 - 7.30am - 9.00am
Fees & Charges: 2009
16+ Admission (Standard) 4.10
16+ Admission (@ctive Card) 3.00
5-15 Admission (Standard) Free
5-15 Admission (@ctive Card) Free
Under 5's Admission Free
Locker Token 30p
Early Morning Adults 2.60
Early Morning Juniors Free
More details online: www.peterborough.gov.uk/page-7678.
Details correct at 15 July 2009.
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