There is no doubt Merseyside is blessed with a stunning coastline with lovely cool waters perfect for a paddle.
But there is something special about an outdoor swimming pool. It feels a little luxurious and there are no fears of drifting out to sea.
With so few left in the UK, and with people of Merseyside nostalgically looking back on when we had many lidos, it may surprise some to learn there is one just a short drive from Liverpool. Nantwich Outdoor Brine Pool is believed to be the only inland brine pool in Britain today, and it is one hour and 10 minutes away by car.
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The outdoor pool first opened to the public on July 1, 1935, and the pool water temperature is now maintained at 23C and through solar gain is usually a little warmer. It has three lanes and a deep and of 2.3m.
It is run by Everybody Health & Leisure, which is also a registered charity, they said: "Some of our older customers still reminisce about their school days at the pool, when they claim the water was only just above freezing point and they happily swam in it."
Rules for visiting the lido include:
- All children under the age of eight must be accompanied by at least one adult on a 1:2 ratio in the water and changing area.
- Any children under the age of four must be accompanied by a parent on a 1:1 ratio, unless the child is wearing suitable flotation devices.
- Children aged eight and above are to use their gender specific changing rooms where changing villages are not available.
- Children aged seven and under may use opposite gender changing rooms if being accompanied by parent or guardian.
Prices start at £6.85 for a general swim and there in an indoor pool that is open all year round. Find out more information here.
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