This south-facing, 36-metre open-air pool, with grassy areas for sunbathing, is open and heated to a balmy 28C all year round. Built in 1922, it was saved from closure in the 1980s by a group of local residents, who continue to take part in fundraising activities. The group has rebranded itself as the Poolside Swim & BBQ Club and holds swimming and social sessions outside of normal pool hours – anyone is welcome to join. It’s also possible to book moonlight swim sessions. Which is cool.

Hampton Pool
Time Out says
Details
- Address
- High St
- Hampton
- London
- TW12 2ST
- Transport:
- Rail: Hampton rail
- Price:
- £9.50, £6.80 for concessions, £6.30 for children 3-11
- Opening hours:
- Open year round. 6am-9pm Mon, Wed, Fri; 6am-5pm Tue, Thur; 9am-5pm Sat, Sun
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