Haggerston Baths

Haggerston Baths is a Grade II listed public bathhouse in the London Borough of Hackney with Wren-Revival architecture and a glazed barrel-vaulted roof. The building contains 91 individual bathing tubs spread across multiple floors, alongside a main swimming pool.

The building was constructed in 1904 as an important facility for working-class residents who lacked private bathrooms at home. It represented a significant step forward in public hygiene and urban infrastructure during that period.

The name comes from the Haggerston neighborhood where it stands, and the baths served as a gathering place for the community. People came here to wash and swim when their homes lacked basic bathing facilities.

The building is visible from outside and located near public transportation in the Hackney area, making it easy to reach. Visitors should note that the interior is currently not accessible for bathing, as the facility is closed.

The building featured coal-fired boilers that heated water for both the swimming pool and individual washing stations throughout the facility. This system was a technological achievement of its time, allowing hot water supply for hundreds of people daily.

Location: London Borough of Hackney

GPS coordinates: 51.53524,-0.07123

Latest update: December 12, 2025 17:46