Tonbridge Swimming Pool Outdoor Pool open throughout the Autumn & Winter

Tonbridge Swimming Pool’s outdoor pool will remain open throughout the autumn and winter for a second year, following a positive response from customers.

The extended season will run from October to March, with the pool maintained at 20–21°C, allowing swimmers to continue enjoying the outdoors beyond the traditional summer months. The cooler water will also provide an opportunity for open water swimmers to maintain their training.

Regular swimmer Annie reflected on her experience of swimming outdoors throughout last winter and the difference it made to her wellbeing:

“I want to say a massive thank you for keeping the outdoor pool open – you’ve totally changed my life.”

“I really struggle with my mental health at this time of the year, and I’m definitely affected by SAD. I started open water swimming in the summer and fell in love with it. So, when I heard about you keeping the outdoor pool open I was so excited.

“I’ve been coming at least three times a week and it’s making such a difference. I wake up in the morning looking forward to ‘my time’ – getting out in the cold, enjoying the swim and then warming up and treating myself to the lovely spa facilities and sauna.”

More than 7,000 additional swims were recorded in the outdoor pool between October and March, highlighting the popularity of outdoor swimming beyond the traditional summer season. Tonbridge Swimming Club also hired the pool for a weekly session during this period.

Emma Wood, Chief Executive of tmactive, said: “The response to the outdoor pool remaining open beyond the summer months has shown us how much our customers value having this option.

“We’re pleased to be continuing it for a second year, giving people the opportunity to enjoy the pool throughout the autumn and winter, whether they’re training, staying active or simply enjoying being outdoors.”

Outdoor Pool Opening Hours – October to March (subject to demand):

• Weekdays: 6.30am – 10am
• Tuesday & Thursday evenings: 4pm – 7pm
• Weekends: 7am -11am