Created by The Telegraph Updated On: Luglio 21, 2014
London's outdoor swimmig pools, Art Deco lidos and natural swimming ponds are much-loved oases dotted around the capital. Check out the city's best here: http://bit.ly/LfV3dV
The Telegraph: This South London treasure is the largest freshwater open-air swimming pool in the UK and has been a popular spot for bathers and leisure seekers since 1906.
South End Green (Hampstead Heath), Hampstead, Greater London
Lago · 12 consigli e recensioni
The Telegraph: Beautiful settings, bracing temperatures and a quirky, dedicated troupe of regulars, including the ducks and swans, all set Hampstead Heath's ponds apart.
Piscina · Herne Hill, London, Greater London · 26 consigli e recensioni
The Telegraph: This 50-metre-long pool is a 1930s Art Deco classic that is now Grade II listed and includes an award-winning café; a health and fitness centre adds to its appeal
Piscina · London Fields · 41 consigli e recensioni
The Telegraph: London Fields Lido is London’s only 50-metre-long heated outdoor pool. It's an exceptionally popular Hackney venue so expect it to be packed on hot days.
32 Endell St. (at High Holborn), Londra, Greater London
Palestra e studio · Holborn and Covent Garden · 20 consigli e recensioni
The Telegraph: A genuine outdoor oasis in a central part of London, this centre's pool is a popular spot for those wanting to cool off before or after work in Holborn or in between shopping sprees in Covent Garden.
Lago · Knightsbridge and Belgravia · 49 consigli e recensioni
The Telegraph: A swimming area carved out of the main pond in Hyde Park. the unheated, unchlorinated Serpentine Lido is shared with with plenty of wildlife - and dedicated fans of wild swimming.
Piscina · Richmond upon Thames · 15 consigli e recensioni
The Telegraph: Part of a wider complex, Pools on the Park incorporates a gym and fitness centre, indoor pool and a spa. A visit can be combined with a visit to the deer park at Richmond Park.
Great North Leisure Park (Chaplin Square), Finchley, Greater London
Palestra e studio · 8 consigli e recensioni
The Telegraph: The lido at Finchley is part of a wider sports complex, this one containing a bowling alley, cinema, restaurants and an indoor pool with a special effects wave machine.