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SAVE OUR SUMMER!

SAVE STROUD LIDO

Stroud Lido is under threat. But it doesn’t have to be this way. Ask your councillor to stop the rush to close the lido.

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Messages like this mean so much to us. 💙 Stratfor Messages like this mean so much to us. 💙

Stratford Park Lido is about far more than swimming. It supports our physical health, lifts our mood and brings people together in a happy, welcoming community space.

We’re delighted to hear how much joy being back in the water has brought—and incredibly grateful to everyone who worked so hard to help save the pool and get it reopened.💙

Here’s to many more swims, smiles and special memories at Stratford Park Lido! 🏊‍♀️☀️💙

#StratfordParkLido #SaveStroudLido #Stroud #OutdoorSwimming #CommunityWellbeing
Amazing what you see on the way to #stroudlido on Amazing what you see on the way to #stroudlido on a #sundayafternoon in the #summertime
#nofilter #stroudlido #sundaymorning Diving abso #nofilter #stroudlido #sundaymorning 

Diving absolutely allowed in the middle (“deep end”) btw! 💦😀
One of the lovely lifeguards, Jaimil, tells us why One of the lovely lifeguards, Jaimil, tells us why he loves being a lifeguard at Stroud’s outdoor pool, and why it’s such a great place for families. Thanks for talking to us, Jaimil! 

#stroudlido #savestroudlido #poollife %whatsongloucestershire #whatsonstroud
EPIC APPRECIATION POST! 💝🎉🩵 First pics are the lo EPIC APPRECIATION POST! 💝🎉🩵

First pics are the lovely Etti who volunteered her gazebo for the Poolside Social on Sunday, bringing, setting it up and packing it away to keep @losdomingosdjs records from melting in the sun! Weights to stop Etti’s gazebo taking off were kindly loaned by the @the_prince_albert , gorgeous fabric to decorate it from @heyweather vibrant plants, garlands, and so many beautiful 45s expertly spun by @jackduplock @selva.samba @albionworks @roscoe__a  keys for the top notch sound system were posted all the way from Cornwall by a lido friend, hire was generously supported by private donors.

Our @savestroudsoutdoorpool team sported fabulous #loveourlido t-shirts generously (and swiftly!) hand-printed by supporter Myrn @studio3stroud colouring sheets were kindly created by @barney_heywood the group of supporters who joined @chloe_turner_cam and @simonforstroud for the mass jump in with maximum joy, the swing dancers who cut a rug on the forecourt to Moonlighting’s gorgeous 1930s sounds that kept the arriving lido crowds entertained thanks to grant funding from @strouddistrictcouncil and @stroudtowncouncil 

To all the lido users who turned up, over 2,000 strong across the whole weekend and marvelled at the fabulous art deco mural on the way. The beautiful vision and talents of the amazing team who created the magnificent mural  @fourteenlifestyle @charmandsons @katandowenmurals @wildlyinspired_art and volunteers including @fifi_doran @amyfatcat @999agent @marfsmotion and huge thanks to everyone across the community who generously donated funds for the mural to be created in such spectacular style. @ajmattholie who volunteered her brilliant documentary talents, @its_arthur_2011 for his inimitable social media and reporting skills, the many campaign supporters who sent in their vintage photos that now adorn banners inside the lido.

There will be so many more people than we’ve mamaged to mention here who’ve kindly and positively supported throughout the campaign and helped to make it, and the reopening weekend, such a success. We thank each and every one of you for the huge swell of support and turning up which has made all this possible.
A week on and the memories from last weekend’s won A week on and the memories from last weekend’s wonderful reopening events are still making us all smile over here at SOLS HQ. 

High time for a great big thank you to all the amazing volunteers and supporters whose help, time and generosity went into making it a weekend to remember, together with the dedication and collaboration of @strouddistrictcouncil officers and councillors @activelifestylesstroud staff and all our fabulous @savestroudsoutdoorpool team organising behind the scenes and on the ground, and to everyone who has been involved, supported, followed and shared the campaign and lido love for the last few months!

We have been so moved by all the care, skill and support that has been gifted to the Lido from across the community, showing love in action for this wonderful place for everyone. Please see next post for an epic lot of thanks!

And there’s still plenty more to do! Please do DM if you’d like to join our low traffic what’s app supporters group where we occasionally put calls out for practical help and are so appreciative when people are able to - it really does take a village to reopen and make a lido fabulous for the whole community - please do stay in touch 🩵

#loveourlido
Good morning! What a beautiful day for a swim! 💦 Good morning! What a beautiful day for a swim! 💦

This Saturday - 

Walk-ins available all day, public swimming 11- 5.30 (session break from 2-2.30)

🏊‍♀️lanes 9 & 10am and 5.45-6.45pm
Ever wondered what’s a lobster’s favourite way to Ever wondered what’s a lobster’s favourite way to get to a lido? 🦞💦🚲

Thanks to @transition_stroud @pedal_power.bike for this trusty lobstermobile last weekend! 

The Pedal Power community e-bike monthly hire scheme for everyone has a pick up shed in Stratford Park just by the Lido.

https://www.pedal-power.bike
“The reopening of Stratford Park Lido has been wel “The reopening of Stratford Park Lido has been welcomed as a victory not only for health, community and the environment, but also as an important reminder of what can be achieved when people come together to protect publicly shared assets.”

Hear hear! Full story on Stroud Times
Let’s do this! Let’s do this!
✨ Something magical is coming to our Lido this Sun ✨ Something magical is coming to our Lido this Sunday ✨

Float beneath the evening sky as the soothing sounds of crystal singing bowls wash over you. Breathe, relax and enjoy this beautiful community space in a completely unforgettable way. 🌊

Choose your experience:

🌊 Premium airbed — £30
🌊 Poolside or water lilo — £25
🧘 Padded poolside mat — £23
🧘 Bring your own mat — £20

🕡 Arrive by 6:40pm
⚠️ Safety briefing at 6:50pm
🎶 Experience begins at 7pm
⏱️ Approximately 50 minutes
🚗 Free parking
🔞 Ages 18+

Bring swimwear under comfortable clothing, a warm layer and a change of clothes. An eye mask, pillow and blanket are also recommended. Lockers are available—please bring a £1 coin.

This event is not suitable during the first trimester of pregnancy or for anyone with epilepsy. If you are receiving medical treatment and have any concerns, please check with your healthcare provider before booking.

Whether you’re a wild swimmer, a sound-bath devotee or simply looking for a magical new way to experience our Lido, we’d love to see you there. 💙

Hosted by Active Lifestyles Stroud and Calm and Collective.
@activelifestylesstrouddistrict @chimeandcalm 

Spaces are strictly limited—book today!

#StroudLido #FloatingSoundBath #ActiveLifestylesStroud #CalmAndCollective #StroudEvents
A lovely montage of photos capturing happy memorie A lovely montage of photos capturing happy memories and showing just how much our community loves the Lido. 💙🏊‍♀️☀️

Thank you to everyone who sent in their wonderful photographs—here’s to creating many more magical memories!💙

📸Got some other lovely pics of your memories of the lido ? We’d love to see them - just message the page 💙🏊💙

*Please note that we always encourage everyone to enjoy the Lido safely and not to climb on the fountain. 💦🏊💙

#LoveOurLido #SaveStroudLido #StratfordParkLido #StroudCommunity #LidoMemories
Question: is it the weather for a swim? Answer: wi Question: is it the weather for a swim?
Answer: without a doubt! 😀
Feel the endorphins with a post sauna dip in the o Feel the endorphins with a post sauna dip in the outdoor! 💦🥵💦

Felt a *little* silly walking round from Stratford Park leisure centre to the lido in my robe… but no-one really gave me a second look! (Apart from slightly puzzled looking little girl 😆)

Perhaps the future might hold a poolside sauna….? #suggestionbox #hint
This is just the beginning – we’d love to know wha This is just the beginning - we’d love to know what the lido / outdoor pool means to you, and what other ideas you have. Do pick up a feedback form at the pool, or share your ideas on our online form https://savestroudlido.org/share-your-ideas/ and we’ll collate and share with the council!
Who’s up for a swim today? Thursday 🏊‍♂️🏊‍♀️7 lan Who’s up for a swim today?

Thursday
🏊‍♂️🏊‍♀️7 lanes this morning 
7-9am
10-10.45am
and evening (5.45-6.30pm)

💦💦General swimming 11-2pm
And 2.30-5.30pm
There’s a lane or two down down the side during general swimming sessions.

£5.50 adults
£3.30 children

📞📲Booking not essential - walk-ins generally admitted (though advance booking guarantees a slot - via app, website or phone 01453 766771)

☕️New Lido cafe - serving hot and cold food and drinks - open 10am-6.15pm today.
A young friend spontaneously did this 😊😍🥰 It’s g A young friend spontaneously did this 😊😍🥰 

It’s great the Lido is open - and the council is starting to listen to campaigners (young and old!).

There’s definitely more to do - events ideas to make a reality, landscaping and other aspects to be improved.

Fortunately there’s significant money left in the budget the council has set aside (both capital and revenue budgets), which has not yet been spent. We just need to work with the council make sure they spend it wisely and inclusively, in a way that makes future funding and development easier ✊)

It’s the feedback we’ve had from pool users young and old that keeps us going. It has been joyous!
“A lovely holiday atmosphere” as outdoor pool fina “A lovely holiday atmosphere” as outdoor pool finally reopens - open daily til 30 September.

Thanks for great coverage, SNJ!
💦Come on in, the water’s lovely!💦 Wednesday: 🏊‍♀️ 💦Come on in, the water’s lovely!💦

Wednesday:
🏊‍♀️🏊‍♂️
7 lanes this morning (10-10.45am)
and evening (5.45-7.15pm)

💦💦
General swimming 11-2pm
And 2.30-5.30pm

There’s also a lane down the side during general swimming sessions. 

£5.50 adults
£3.30 children

Booking not essential - walk-ins generally admitted (though advance booking guarantees a slot - via app, website or 📞phone 01453 766771

New Lido cafe - serving hot and cold food and drinks -  open 10am-6.15pm today.
Just too relaxed! ☺️ #poolside #poolvibes #poolcaf Just too relaxed! ☺️ #poolside #poolvibes #poolcafe
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Little girl in the lido, in a pink doughnut inflatable. Photo by Simon Pizzey, Stroud News and Journal.

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