Important Update: Management Change at Hampton Pool
We would like to inform you of an exciting new chapter for Hampton Pool. Starting on 2 June 2025, YMCA St Paul’s Group will be transitioning the management of the pool to South Downs Leisure (SDL). Continued below…
Welcome to our heated open air pool
Hampton Pool, known as “South West London’s best kept secret” is situated next to Royal Bushy Park. Our main pool is 36 metres long and we also have a learner pool dedicated to children and their parents.
The Sunday Times described us as
“one of Britain’s coolest, biggest, hippest pools”.
Read more…
This Week’s Swim Session Times
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During ‘Lane Swim’ sessions, the main pool is split into six to accommodate swimmers of different speeds and ability. For ‘Recreational Swim’ sessions, the main pool is split in half to allow for lane swimming on one side (up to three lanes) and family swimming and fun on the other (see above for times).
Learner Pool important information
The Learner Pool is often used for lessons and activities so it is essential that you book in advance using our app.
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Important Update: Management Change at Hampton Pool
We would like to inform you of an exciting new chapter for Hampton Pool. Starting on 2 June 2025, YMCA St Paul’s Group will be transitioning the management of the pool to South Downs Leisure (SDL).
First and foremost, we want to express our sincere gratitude for your continued support over the years. Rest assured, the change will not affect your swimming and gym experience at Hampton Pool. SDL is committed to building on the excellent services already in place, ensuring you continue to enjoy the same high standard of facilities.
South Downs Leisure (SDL) is a charitable trust operating a variety of community-focused leisure facilities across Worthing, Lancing, Southwick, and surrounding areas – including gyms, wellbeing hubs, swim schools, racquet sports, group exercise, mindfulness sessions and even community allotments.
As a not-for-profit organisation, SDL aims to help people live well, feel better and move more, they believe activity should be enjoyable and inclusive for all, whatever your background, age or ability. SDL reinvests its profits into the facilities, services and communities they serve, and they are also deeply committed to sustainability through energy-saving initiatives, greener buildings and community education.
In the coming weeks, you will receive updates about the new Hampton Pool website with an online booking system for swimming, gym sessions, and classes. The South Downs Leisure app will also be available shortly, making it easier for you to book your activities. Full guidance and full instruction will be shared in their onboarding updates.
Meanwhile, you can also check the FAQs here for more information.
We understand that change can feel unsettling, and we want to assure you that we are committed to making this transition as smooth as possible together with SDL. If you have any questions, or need any further information, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
We deeply appreciate your support and thank you for being part of this exciting journey.
Warm regards,
the Hampton Pool team
Notice of Tuesday and Thursday Morning Closures for School Swimming Lessons
From Tuesday 11 March, both pools will be closed to public swimming from 09:00 until 10:30 to allow for school swimming lessons.
On Thursday 3 April only, both pools will be closed between 09:00 and 11:30.
After the Easter holidays (7-18 April), from 24 April both pools will close 09:00-12:00 on Tuesdays and 09:00-11:30 on Thursdays.
After half term (26-30 May), from 3 June until 3 July, both pools will be closed between 09:00 and 12:00 on both Tuesdays and Thursdays.
We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.
Notice of Pool Closures for School Galas
We will be hosting school galas on the following dates and both pools will be closed to public swimming:
• Monday morning 2 June 09:30–12:30
• Monday afternoon 9 June 13:30–15:30
• Thursday morning 10 July 09:00-12:00
Hampton Pool Trust is recruiting:
Fundraising and Outreach Trustee/Director (voluntary role)
We are looking for a new Finance Director to oversee Hampton Pool Trust’s financial affairs as it embarks on the first phase of a major redevelopment of its poolside buildings and facilities.
We are looking for a Trustee to join Hampton Pool Trust at an exciting time in our history. The role will bring strategic leadership to the fundraising and outreach activities of the Trust as we embark on the first phase of redevelopment of the Hampton Pool building.
For more information and to apply, please click here.
ALL lockers now use padlocks
The coin and token lockers are no longer available. Please bring your own for your session or buy one from reception.
Special Notices
Storm closure procedures
In the event of thunder storms we will have to ask you to leave the water immediately. An ‘all clear’ to re-enter the water will be given once there has been a 20 minute lapse between thunder rolls. Unfortunately, we cannot offer refunds for lost swimming time.
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Weak and non-swimmers must stay in the shallow end with an adult and not go past the point marked on poolside. We highly recommend weak and non-swimmers wear approved buoyancy devices.
Read the full Rules & Regulations here...
Buying ‘Memberships’ at Hampton Pool
Due to the change of management happening on the 2 June (see above), memberships are not currently available to purchase online. Please come to reception in person if you wish to discuss signing up for one.
Annual and Direct Debit ‘memberships’ will only be available to purchase up until 14 May 2025. Between 15 May and 1 June 2025, pro rata ‘memberships’ will be available.
From the 2 June, ‘memberships’ will be available to purchase from the new South Downs Leisure app and website (please note this may be available earlier).
Changes to booking swimming lessons from 15 May
All continuous swimming lessons will be unavailable to book online from 15 May through to the 2 June 2025. However, you can still book onto these lessons by raising an online enquiry (‘Ask a question’ lozenge, bottom right) or alternatively come and see us at reception. This also applies to our crash courses from July onwards and any other lesson-related issues.
The swim lesson home portal will be unavailable during this period so any movements or checking progress of the swimmers will also not be possible.
We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause during the transistion.
Enquiries
If you need to get in touch with us regarding your subscription, bookings or any other issue, please use this enquiry form and we will get back to you as quickly as we can.
Thank you.
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Be more like Grahame!
Hampton Pool is celebrating its centenary year with #100 Challenge!
To swim 100 miles in 100 days, that is Grahame’s challenge. He is making a terrific effort – he smashed his £1k challenge and has increased this to £1,500.
Along the way he will swim 100 strokes; 100 metres; 100 lengths; 100 km; and visit the pool 100 days; by which time he will have swam 100 miles. In total, that is 4,471 lengths of the 36 metre open air Hampton Pool.
What’s it all for?
Grahame is raising funds which contribute to the refurbishment project, building for the future and community of Hampton pool.
Be more like Grahame! What’s your #100 challenge? See the #100Challenge website page for more information |
Jobs at Hampton Pool and around the YMCA
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Work for our inclusive charity and the largest provider of accommodation for homeless people in London. You’ll be supporting young people and local communities to flourish.
Click here to find the job for you at Hampton Pool.
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Help raise money for Hampton Pool while you shop
Hampton Pool Trust Hampton Pool Trust has recently registered with easyfundraising who partner with over 7,500 brands and will donate part of what you spend. It won’t cost you any extra!
Connect to Hampton Pool Trust here
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Hampton Pool has a mechanical chair hoist
Access for all with our chair hoist
This will allow access to the pool for customers with walking difficulties.
If you need to use the chair hoist please don’t hesitate to ask a member of staff. There is a weight limit of 22 stone/140kgs.
Thanks go to Emily Morris and everyone who supported her efforts that raised the money to buy the hoist.
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If you would like to make a compliment, complaint or simply comment on our service then please complete this online form and we will get in touch with you. Thank you.
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