Refurbished Ware Priory Lido is open for the summer

Ware Priory Lido reopened in mid-June following its closure during 2022 while repairs and refurbishment works took place. A preview event attended by lido supporters, swimming club members, councillors and local children took place on Tuesday 13th June with the pool then officially open to the public from 6am the following day.

The £1million works, funded by Ware Town Council and the Government’s Public Works Loan Board, included major repairs and pipework replacement along with new air source heat pumps, a new cover and UV disinfection. Further improvements are planned during the next closed season from October when new showers with increased hot water capacity will be installed, changing rooms will be refurbished with new non-slip flooring laid, and the poolside will be landscaped to provide an attractive setting with seating and shade. There will also be additional landscaping at the front of the building.

There is a chance that if the town council can source them earlier, some new seating and shade could be in place before the 2022 season ends.

Terry Philpott, town clerk of Ware Town Council, said: “We are delighted we have been able to make this community asset even better than before and ensure it is available for future generations.

“If you like what we have done at Ware lido please let others know and if there is something you think we have missed please get in touch and let us know.”

The lido offers swim sessions along with private hire for swim clubs, schools, community groups, functions and parties, and you will find all the information you need, as well as the facility to book swim sessions online, at warepriorylido.co.uk. For any other queries the team can be contacted on 01920 481563.