Brockwell Lido, Art Deco outdoor swimming pool in Brockwell Park, London Borough of Lambeth, England.
Brockwell Lido is an Art Deco outdoor swimming pool located in Brockwell Park. The Olympic-sized basin is surrounded by a broad concrete deck, with changing facilities that retain their original architectural features from 1937.
The facility replaced a former bathing pond in 1937, designed by architects Harry Rowbotham and T.L. Smithson in Moderne style. The architectural significance of the building was later recognized and formally acknowledged.
The facility serves as a gathering place where locals return year after year for refreshment and relaxation. The Art Deco design shapes how people experience the space and creates a distinctive environment throughout the seasons.
The pool remains open throughout the year for swimming, with additional facilities including a gym, spa, and fitness studios available. Visitors should prepare for cool water temperatures year-round and check conditions before arriving.
The facility received Grade II listed status in 2003, acknowledging its architectural merit as one of London's surviving outdoor swimming venues from the 1930s. This formal protection reflects the value placed on preserving this period design.
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