Tinside Lido

Opening dates and times 2009

23 May to 19 July

• Monday to Friday - 12 noon to 6pm
• Weekends - 10am to 6pm

20 July to 6 September

• Daily - 10am to 6pm
• Wednesdays - late opening until 7.30pm
• Tuesdays - new aquafit class from 11am to 11.45am (£4.15)

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Admission prices

Standard rate

Ticket type	Cost (all day)	Cost (session*)
Adult	£6.40	£3.65
Junior (five to 15)	£4.25	£2.40
Under fives/disabled	Free	Free
Senior citizen	Free	Free
Spectator	£3.85	£2.20
Family ticket#	£17.05	£9.70

* A session lasts for at least two hours.
# A family ticket admits two adults and two children or one adult and three children

Plymcard rate

Visit our Plymcard page for more information.

Ticket type	Cost (all day)	Cost (session*)
Adult	£4.80	£2.80
Junior (five to 15)	£2.75	£1.60
Under fives/disabled	Free	Free
Senior citizen	Free	Free
Spectator	£2.20	£1.10
Family ticket#	£12.35	£7.20

* A session lasts for at least two hours.
# A family ticket admits two adults and two children or one adult and three children

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How long can I stay?

An all day ticket allows you to stay all day; a session ticket allows you to stay for at least two hours.

Can unaccompanied children visit the lido?

All children under eight years old must be supervised in the water by a responsible adult (aged 16 years or over). No more than two children per adult or one child under five per adult are allowed.

Is there access for people with a disability?

A new lift to enable disabled people to access the lido will be available from 1 June 2009. A hoist into the pool is also available.

Can I hire a sun lounger?

There are a limited number of sun loungers and deckchairs to hire on a first come first served basis.

Are there lifeguards?

The Council employs a team qualified lifeguards to help ensure you have a safe and enjoyable visit to the lido.

Are picnics allowed?

Food is allowed into the complex, but glass bottles and alcohol aren't allowed. There are vending machines with sweets and drinks and limited poolside catering.

Where can I park?

Parking is limited nearby. The nearest car parks are in Pier Street, Lambhay Hill and the city centre. There is some on road (meter) parking on the surrounding roads.

What differences will I notice between when the lido closed in 1992 and now?

While the Lido has been restored as closely as possible to its original form, the operation has changed slightly. You no longer need to wear swim hats! In line with modern practice, there is now one mixed changing room with cubicles so families can change together. The former male changing rooms on the first floor are to be converted into a restaurant.

Are there any water features?

The original water features have been restored with some modifications. The central fountain has a mushroom effect as well as a jet. The two edge fountains are smaller with water coming from a round grille.

What can I buy at the lido?

Items available to buy from reception include goggles, armbands, swim rings, baby nappies and sun cream. There are vending machines with sweets and drinks and limited poolside catering.

How safe is it?

There are qualified lifeguards on duty at all times who are also trained in first aid. No alcohol is allowed and children must be supervised by adults at all times. There is very little shade on poolside so it is advisable to bring sunscreen and hats.

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