Shaftesbury Lido

07/09/2026

We have just a few more sessions of Shoulder season before we close for a few weeks for maintenance. 🛠

Our last date is Saturday 12th September. The heating was switched off last Monday so the water will start to feel chillier, although the temperature is still in the 20s at the moment.

There's lots of work going on behind the scenes to organise our cold water schedule and events so watch this space for news. 🥶

Please head to our Bookwhen page for up to date availability.
https://bookwhen.com/shaftesburylido

See you poolside!

07/09/2026

Just in case you’re interested, or know someone who might be, our colleagues in the council office are looking for an Office Administrator. Check out the details in the post. 👇

Could you be our new Office Administrator?

We are looking for an experienced Office Administrator to join our friendly office team.

This is a key role supporting the Town Clerk with council and committee meetings, administration, projects, planning applications, records and grant funding applications.

We’re looking for someone who is organised, accurate and confident communicating with Councillors, colleagues and members of the public. Good IT skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel, experience in a similar administrative role and excellent attention to detail are essential.

The role includes occasional evening work to provide clerking support at Council meetings.

You’ll be joining a friendly team, with lovely views from the office, and will have an important role in supporting the work of the Town Council.

Recruitment will close when the position has been filled.

Please see the job description for details of the role and how to apply on our website.
https://www.shaftesbury-tc.gov.uk/about/council-staff/vacancies/

27/08/2026

📣 Oyez, Oyez, Oyez

There is still time to get your tickets to win a Hot Air Ballon Ride 🎈

Join us Bank Holiday Monday 31st August for a final swim in the heated pool 🏊 , get your raffle tickets 🎟️ and enjoy some cake 🎂 and music 🎵 .

FOSS - Friends of Shaftesbury Swimming
Shaftesbury Town Crier

24/08/2026

📢The moment so many people have been waiting for.

What happens after the 31st August?

🌡We will be turning off the heating and entering the cool down phase of the pool as we head into the cold water swimming season🥶. During this time we will be offering some early morning swims on Tuesdays and Saturdays.

We have 2 weeks confirmed for now, please keep an eye on socials to see if this is extended further.

Be aware of the restrictions for children and cold water:
- When the water temperature is below 20 degrees, children must be accompanied in the pool by a parent/carer at all times on a ratio of 1 adult : 1 child.
- When the water temperature is below 15 degrees, it is not suitable for children under the age of 14.
- Please check the temperature before booking.

Passes bought during the season have been extended so they can be used for these dates too.

24/08/2026

How is it the last week of the Summer already?

We have some changes and additions to this weeks timetable:
💃🏻Aqua Zumba is replacing Aqua Wellness on Tuesday morning and Aqua Fit on Thursday evening.
💦An extra Naked swim has been put on Friday at 7pm.
🌕The Sturgeon Moon Swim is on Friday at 9pm, the last heated full moon swim of the year - don't put off booking as it will likely sell out.

Please head to our Bookwhen page for the latest availability as sessions can get booked up in advance.

It is our last full week of the Summer Timetable, so do come and make the most of the Lido while the heating is on 🔥

23/08/2026

We have a special week full of Aqua Zumba with the lovely Caroline for you.

Tuesday 9:30am
Wednesday 9:30am
Thursday 7:15pm

Get your fix before the end of the season, come to one, two or all three! 💃💦

22/08/2026

Come and join us for one big end of season swim day and celebration 💦🏊‍♀️🏊🏼‍♂️🎊

The water and reception will both be warm and inviting!

☀️🎈 LAST CHANCE at the Lido — Bank Holiday Monday, 31st August! 🎈☀️

It's your final shot at everything this season, so come and join us:

🏊 Final swim of the season in the heated pool — open all day, 9.30am to 6pm
🎟 Final chance to win a hot air balloon ride for 2 — raffle tickets on sale 10am to 4.30pm, just £1
🍰Cakes & pots of jam for sale — grab them while they last!
🎶Live music from the wonderful Conor, 3.30–4.30pm

Then the big moment… 🥁

📣 4.45pm — Shaftesbury's Town Crier announces the GRAND PRIZE DRAW! The winning ticket is drawn and the winner announced on the spot.

🎈 The prize: a voucher for 2 people to ride in a Virgin hot air balloon — bookable any time up to May 2027, from any of Virgin's launch sites across the UK.

Every penny from the raffle, cakes and jam goes to support the Lido — especially training local young people as lifeguards. All organised with love by the Friends of Shaftesbury Swimming. 💙

Come and support your Lido on Bank Holiday Monday — and maybe you'll be the lucky winner! 🎉

Shaftesbury Lido Shaftesbury Town Council

17/08/2026

🚲
Just wow!!!

A huge thank you to everyone who has pulled together and raised over and above what was hoped for our lifeguard Sam to replace his stolen bike. What a response, and so quick.

Also a big shout out to Holbrook Cycleworks who have offered to give the replacement bike a service FOC if it needs it.

What a lovely community we have 🥰

17/08/2026

Here's our schedule for this week.

We hope you're enjoying the lido this summer, the days seem to be flying by. Don't forget, if you've bought a loyalty pass, the last date to use it is Monday 31st August.

There's two Naked Swim sessions this week and they're both open to men and women.

PLUS
💦 Naked Aquafit (open to all)
🗓 Wednesday 19 August
🕖 7.15pm to 8pm

The instructor stays clothed! Those who tried it last year have confirmed it's a demanding workout, but it's also great fun.

☕ Stay afterwards for complimentary tea, coffee, biscuits and a chat. If you'd like to leave a donation to FOSS, it will be gratefully received to help fund scholarships for local young people training as lifeguards in 2027.

* There are a few sessions that may change to a Swim. Please head to our Bookwhen page for up to date availability.
https://bookwhen.com/shaftesburylido

See you poolside!

16/08/2026

🌕
Come and join us for the last heated full moon swim of the year!

The August full moon is known as the Sturgeon moon. Because it is named after one of the oldest and most primitive fish species, some astrologers believe that it spiritually signifies strength and resilience.

• Doors open at 9:00pm
• Sunset is at 8:40pm
• Doors close at 10:30pm
• Ticket numbers are limited to 40
• Please respect the local residents with a quiet departure
• Look forward to seeing you there

Head over to our booking page to secure your place.