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Aqua Ceilidh!

A mini music festival at the Lido with dancing, live music, folk tales, swimming, delicious food and drink!


Here's the programme:

Part One

14:30 Swimming for all ages

15:00–16:00 Live music and dancing on the lawn

16:00–16:45 Swimming for all ages continues


16:45–17:00 Refreshment break


Part Two

17:00–17:30 Swimming for 8s and over

17:30–18:30 Aqua ceilidh with live music and dancing in the pool and on the lawn

18:30–20:00 Swimming for adults only


20:30 Doors close



Music is provided by the excellent Box of Frogs (Linda Game on fiddle and Ali Messer on accordion) with dances and storytelling from local callers Naomi Tiley and Ellie Davies.


Dancing on dry land is always an option for those who prefer not to get in the pool! We recommend Aqua Celidh only for ages 8+ (you need to be a minimum of around 4'7 or 1.4m tall to enjoy dancing in the pool and touch the bottom safely). Deep water options are also available for synchro swimmers (and mermaids).


The cafe and licensed bar will be serving all afternoon and evening, offering delicious hot food, snacks and a range of hot and cold drinks. Food and drink are payable separately.


Book here for the whole even,t costing £20 adult, Child 8–17 years £12.50 and child 3–7 years £5. Under 3s go free.


If you'd rather just book for one part, see bookings below.


Saturday 5 Sep 202614:30 Book Now (Closed)

Part One: Aqua Ceilidh!

Book here for Part One of the Aqua Ceilidh:


Part One programme:


14:30 Swimming for all ages

15:00–16:00 Live music and dancing on the lawn

16:00–16:45 Swimming for all ages continues


16:45–17:00 Refreshment break



Tickets cost £10 adult and £5 child. Infants go free.

Saturday 5 Sep 202614:30 Book Now (Closed)

Part Two: Aqua Celidh!

Book here for part two of the Aqua Ceilidh:


Part Two programme:


17:00–17:30 Swimming for 8s and over

17:30–18:30 Aqua ceilidh with live music and dancing in the pool and on the lawn

18:30–20:00 Swimming for adults only


20:30 Doors close


Tickets cost £15 adult and £7.50 child 8 years and above.



Saturday 5 Sep 202617:00 Book Now (Closed)

Summer Holiday evening swim

Celebrate the beginning of summer holiday season with a late evening swim suitable for all ages.


Have a dip as the sun goes down, enjoy something from the BBQ and a cold drink from the bar, and gather round the firepit under the big Lido sky.


Food and drink are priced separately, with veggie options available. This is a fundraising event on behalf of the Lido.



Saturday 18 Jul 202618:30 Book Now

Sunshine Yoga Mini Retreat

A soothing and restorative Sunday afternoon spent in the natural environment of the Lido. Expect gentle yoga and breathwork, guided contrast therapy using sauna and cold plunge, swimming in our heated pool, and lovely refreshments.

This blissful afternoon is led by Annalisa, our Sunday Sunshine yoga teacher.

Annalisa has long experience working in health and wellness in Sweden and the UK, a love of the outdoors and a passion for bringing joy, relaxation and balance into everyone's life.

The retreat is for those aged 18+ only and is limited to 10 participants for a personal and exclusive experience.

Beginners are welcome; the afternoon is appropriate for all levels.

All yoga equipment will be provided (you are welcome to bring your own if you prefer). Bring swimwear, 2 towels, a water bottle and some slip-on shoes or sliders for walking around the sauna area, and dress in layers for all seasons.

Slow down, breathe in, stretch out...


Sunday 19 Jul 202615:00 Book Now (Sold Out)
Sunday 16 Aug 202615:00 Book Now (Sold Out)