Reading Lido and Pool Activities

An outdoor heated pool complex on Kings Road offering dedicated children's pools, water slides, and family changing facilities. The complex operates seasonally (May-September) with heated water at approximately 28-30°C. On-site café serves light snacks and drinks. Families can book time slots or attend during open sessions for lap swimming. Best for families wanting swimming and outdoor activities. This is a easy activity lasting 3 hours. Group size: 2-50+. You meet at Reading Lido, Kings Road. Key highlights: Heated outdoor pools (28-30°C water temperature), Separate shallow children's pools for learning swimmers, Water slides for ages 8+.

Price: £12

Duration: 3 hours

Difficulty: easy

Group size: 2-50+

Best for: families wanting swimming and outdoor activities

Best time: May-September. Early summer (May-June) offers warmer days with smaller crowds. Avoid mid-July to mid-August peak holiday period. Weekday afternoons (2-4pm) quieter than weekends.

Meeting point: Reading Lido, Kings Road

Languages: English

Here is how the experience unfolds:

Upon arrival Entry and lockers - Check in at reception, pay entry fee, collect locker key for valuables and clothes storage.

First 30 min Children's pool exploration - Shallow children's pools (0.6-0.9m depth) with ladders and entry steps for confident swimmers and non-swimmers.

30-90 min Open water play and swimming - Use main pool (depth 1.5-2m), water slides, or paddling areas depending on age and ability. Lifeguards supervise throughout.

90-120 min Further activities or rest break - Continue swimming, use sun loungers for relaxation, or grab snacks from on-site café.

Final period Dry off and leave - Use family changing cubicles with benches and hooks, dry off, dress, and depart.

The whole experience takes 3 hours. Difficulty: easy. You meet at Reading Lido, Kings Road.

• Heated outdoor pools (28-30°C water temperature)
• Separate shallow children's pools for learning swimmers
• Water slides for ages 8+
• Family changing cubicles with benches and facilities
• On-site café with children's menu items
• Accessibility: Wheelchair access to pool entrance. Accessible changing facilities available. Shallow children's pool suitable for learning swimmers. Call ahead for specific accessibility support.

What is included: Unlimited pool time during session, Use of shallow children's pools, Access to water slides, Use of lockers, Changing facilities and showers.

Not included: Café food and drinks, Inflatables (floats and armbands allowed; some restrictions apply), Swimming lessons (available separately), Towel hire. You will need to arrange these yourself.

What to bring: Swimming costume or trunks, Towel (or rent from centre), Swim nappy for babies under 3, Shower shoes (optional), Money for café purchases. Having these with you makes the experience smoother.

Best time to go: May-September. Early summer (May-June) offers warmer days with smaller crowds. Avoid mid-July to mid-August peak holiday period. Weekday afternoons (2-4pm) quieter than weekends..

Tip: Seasonal opening May-September

Tip: Café on site for refreshments

Accessibility: Wheelchair access to pool entrance. Accessible changing facilities available. Shallow children's pool suitable for learning swimmers. Call ahead for specific accessibility support..

Operator: Everyone Active | Book directly (opens in new tab) | Phone: +44 118 937 3344

After this activity, these are within easy reach:

• Prospect Park (15 min walk walk)
• Reading Station and Railway Heritage (20 min walk walk)

This activity is run by Everyone Active.

Book directly at their website (opens in new tab).

Cancellation policy: Entry is non-refundable once paid. Pre-booked session slots can be cancelled up to 24 hours before for full refund..

Accessibility: Wheelchair access to pool entrance. Accessible changing facilities available. Shallow children's pool suitable for learning swimmers. Call ahead for specific accessibility support..

Best time to go: May-September. Early summer (May-June) offers warmer days with smaller crowds. Avoid mid-July to mid-August peak holiday period. Weekday afternoons (2-4pm) quieter than weekends..

When is Reading Lido open and when should I visit?

Reading Lido opens May to September. Water is heated to 28-30°C year-round during this period. Peak times are weekends and school holidays; quieter times are weekday mornings and afternoons. Check the website for specific opening hours and session times.

Can babies and toddlers use Reading Lido?

Babies and toddlers are welcome in shallow areas and the dedicated children's pools. Babies under 3 must wear a swim nappy. The shallow children's pools are approximately 0.6-0.9m deep with gradual entry steps. Adults must supervise at all times.

What is included in the £12 entry fee?

The £12 entry includes unlimited pool access for your session, use of all pools including water slides, lockers, changing facilities, and showers. Café food, drinks, and towel hire are additional. Parking at Kings Road is free for lido visitors.