Letchworth Lido and Hitchin Swimming and Fitness Centre both have heated 50 metre outdoor pools and smaller heated pools for toddlers and younger children.
The lidos in Hitchin and Letchworth also offer:
- grassed areas for sunbathing and sun loungers
- cafés providing refreshments and snacks
- concessions for families, multi-swim tickets and swim memberships
- private hire options for functions and pool parties
- public wi-fi
Opening dates
Letchworth Lido and Hitchin Lido are currently closed.
They will open again on Saturday 24 May 2025.
New for 2024 are morning and afternoon sessions, to ensure more people can enjoy the lidos. While visitors are still welcome to turn up on the day, a new booking system has been introduced this season to help the local community plan their summer activities. Just download the Everyone Active app or visit www.everyoneactive.com.
Enhanced food and beverage offerings are also available at each facility. With a fully functioning kitchen at each site, the lidos offer a selection of hot and cold food and beverages.
Letchworth Lido
The heated 50 metre outdoor pool is surrounded by a grassed sunbathing area, and includes a separate toddler pool. Refreshments and snacks are available.
Hitchin Lido
Surrounded by a sunbathing terrace, the main heated 50 metre outdoor pool is complemented by a small pool and play area that is great for your little ones.
Splash pads
Our four splash pads in parks around North Herts open from 10am to 6pm, seven days a week during spring and summer.
Opening dates
All splash pads are currently closed. They will reopen in 2025.
Howard Park and Gardens, Letchworth
A popular 120 metre long paddling pool sits at the heart of Howard Park. Experience water jets, and paddle and splash about in the pool during the summer season.
Bancroft Recreation Ground, Hitchin
The buccaneer-themed splash park includes interactive water jets, tipping water buckets, a pirate ship and a play stream for younger children.
Priory Memorial Gardens, Royston
Royston's splash park in Priory Memorial Gardens is 160 metres squared and includes features like interactive water jets, a maypole and play streams for children.
Avenue Park,
Baldock
The splash park at Avenue Park in Baldock offers water jets and lots of other water park fun for younger children and families of all ages to enjoy during the summer months.
Leisure centres
Want to exercise indoors? No problem! Visit one of our popular leisure centres instead:
Letchworth
Royston