Lido information
All you need to know
About Tooting Bec Lido
Tooting Bec Lido is the UK's largest fresh water swimming pool, measuring 91.4m in length.
From 1 May to 30 September, the Lido will open every day with two refreshing sessions per day, alongside special April swim times to kickstart the season.
The perfect destination for all ages, bring along your friends and family to our amazing facility and discover what we have available.
Travel and parking
There is free limited car parking available which serves visitors to Tooting Bec Lido and Tooting Bec Common. Please note that the car park is not operated by Places Leisure.
Alternatively local bus services (319, 249 & G1) have a stop just a short walk away from the Lido.
During our peak times*, we recommend that you arrive in plenty of time for your activity. For all activities or sessions please check-in at reception.
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Services
On-site café
You are welcome to bring your own food or enjoy a treat from our on-site café. Although, please note that we do not allow alcohol, breakables, or sharp objects.
Lockers
Small lockers are available for keys, phones, wallets etc. You will need to bring your own padlock to use.
Changing facilities
Changing rooms, toilets, showers available on site.
Your on-site shop
We supply a wide range of Zoggs swimwear for children and adults as well as a selection of toys and fun training aids. Our staff are always on hand to understand your needs and assist you in finding the right product for you.
If you can’t see what you are looking for, please ask reception as we can order items for you.
Alternatively, visit the Zoggs online shop ahead of your visit to buy online.
Clubs in the Pavilion
Yoga with Em Thomson (emthompsonyoga.com) - Monday & Thursday 6.45pm - 7.45pm, Saturday 8.30am - 9.30am, and Sunday 11.30am - 12.30am
Bex Pilates with Becky Redfearn (Bexpilates.weebly.com) - Monday & Friday 9.30am - 10.30am
Tai Chi with Kevin Devine - Wednesday 9.00am - 10.00am
Yoga with Sonia Forde (bodypotential.co.uk) - Wednesday 6.45pm - 8.00pm
Hire our Pavilion
Hire our Pavilion
Our Pavilion is a great space to hire to host classes, meetings or special events!
For more information, please email enquiriestootingbeclido@pfpleisure.org
Filming
The entire site is available for exclusive hire for film, television and advertising purposes.
For more information or to enquire, please email enquiriestootingbeclido@pfpleisure.org
Access for all memberships
As part of Wandsworth’s Access for All offering, free memberships are available for all eligible residents*. Eligible residents include:
- Free school meals
- Asylum seekers
- Universal credit
- Jobseekers Allowance
- Housing Benefit
- Council Tax Support
- Disability Living allowance
- Incapacity Benefit
- Carers allowance
- Child and working tax credit
- Income support
- Pension credit
FAQ's
Q. Are bookings refundable?
- A. No - please note pay-as-you-go bookings are non-refundable. We may be able to transfer them to another session of the same type, dependant on availability, but they cannot be refunded.
Q. Do I need to check in when I arrive?
- A. Yes, members and non-members must check-in at reception by showing their confirmation email or giving their name. To discuss bookings, please contact enquiriestootingbeclido@pfpleisure.org
Q. Can I bring food or drink on-site?
- A. You are welcome to bring your own food or enjoy a treat from our on-site café. Although, please note alcohol is not permitted and bags will be checked prior to entry.
Q. Are there lockers on site?
- A. Yes, small lockers are available for keys, phones, wallets etc. You will need to bring your own padlock to use
Q. Are the pools heated?
- A. No, pools are not heated.
Q. Will the lido close if the weather is bad?
- A. The main lido will remain open regardless of weather, rain or shine. However, in the event of lightning and thunder, pools will be cleared for 30 minutes after the last thunder clap. Paddling pools, on the other hand, will close if there weather is poor.
Q. Are there changing facilities?
- A. Yes, we have changing rooms, toilets and showers available on site.
Q. What is access for all?
- A. As part of Wandsworth’s Access for All offering, free memberships are available for all eligible residents*. Find out more here.
Q. What accessible features are available at Tooting Bec lido?
- A. The list of accessible features includes:
Accessible parking
Ramps for wheelchairs
Accessible turnstiles
Accessible lockers
Accessible shower
Accessible change
Pool hoist – on request
Accessible pool steps
Assistance dogs welcome
Anything else?
If your enquiry hasn't been answered here, one of our team will endeavour to get back to you as soon as possible. Please email enquiriestootingbeclido@pfpleisure.org