Swim By
The Sea.
Brightlingsea Community Lido is a classic 1930s open air swimming pool right on the coast at Brightlingsea, Essex, open for swimming from Spring to Autumn.
Brightlingsea Lido
About The Pool
The lido has a 50 metre (unheated) outdoor pool plus a smaller pool for toddlers with parents.
Changing facilities and sunloungers are available and there is a café on site.
Opening Times
The Lido is still closed but we're getting it ready for you!
Re-opens 28th May 2022
Online Booking is now open
Future dates are being released gradually please check back later
The Café is open from Friday to Sunday,
9am to 4pm during winter.
Please check our Facebook page for regular updates.
Awards Finalists
The Lido is proud to have been shortlisted at the prestigious East of England Tourism Awards.
We would like to thank all of those who have contributed to making this happen.
Donate or Volunteer
If you would like to make a donation, please visit our JustGiving page here.
The Lido relies on volunteer support, and one of those volunteers could be you - find out more on our Volunteer page.
SATURDAY 18TH JUNE 2022
Doors Open 6.30 pm Music from 7.30 pm
Click below to book
ONLINE TICKETS ARE NOW AVAILABLE
Poolside Bar
NO GLASS OR CERAMICS ALLOWED
Either hire a Brightlingsea Lido Deckchair / Garden Chair or bring your own
Seating can only be booked online (Max 4 chairs per booking)
Booking Fee applies to online tickets
Strictly Over 18s
Paper tickets for entry only are available for Spirals and Little Boat Gifts
Come and swim by the sea
Find out more about how to visit, what you can expect when you get here and everything else you might need to know about having a great day out at one of the best kept Lidos around.
19th May 2022 CONGRATULATIONS to our very own Trustee on his appointment as Mayor of Brightlingsea.
19th May 2022 EUROVISION UK Entrant and all round nice guy Sam Ryer dropped in.