TEMPERATURES are set to hit 30C this week as the heatwave spreads across the UK.
The best way to cool off is by swimming in one of the many UK lidos in the UK – here are the top 5 that look like they could be abroad.
Anthony BrownThe best way to cool off during the heatwave is a swim in the pool – and the UK has some stunning lidos[/caption]
1. Jubilee Pool, Penzance
Jubilee Pool in Penzance could be something from Australia, with the pool overlooking the ocean.
The Art Deco lido is a saltwater tidal pool which first opened in 1935.
While the main pools are not heated, there is a geothermal pool which is heated to 30-35 degrees.
Guests can buy one-hour tickets and take advantage of the on-site cafe.
AlamyJubilee Pool first opened in Penzance in 1935 – and could be something from Australia[/caption]
2. Gara Rock, Salcombe
Gara Rock Hotel has a huge outdoor swimming pool which couldn’t look out of place on a holiday in Spain.
Overlooking the ocean, there are also deck chairs and loungers to choose from.
It’s even heated and you can order cocktails to the pool.
You’ll need to be a guest of the hotel or locals can pay for a hotel day pass to access the pool.
Gara Rock Hotel’s pool is a spitting image of a Spanish resortbooking.com
3. Tinside Lido, Plymouth
Another Art Deco lido in the UK is Tinside Lido in Plymouth, which is even Grade-II listed.
The outdoor saltwater pool isn’t heated but you can warm up on the sun deck overlooking the water.
You can buy access tickets online and enjoy snacks at the lido’s cafe.
AlamyTinside Lido is another Art Deco pool, but is Grade-II listed[/caption]
4. Bude Sea Pool, Bude
The best thing about Bude Sea Pool is that it’s free for anyone to use.
The tidal pool dates back to the 1930s, with views of the Atlantic Ocean.
It’s not heated, and it’s encouraged to donate as it’s run by volunteers.
You can even rent beach huts at the sea pool, with deck chairs included.
GettyBude Sea Pool is free for everyone to use[/caption]
5. Cleveland Pools, Bath
Cleveland Pools in Bath is yet to reopen – but has been transformed following a 20-year campaign.
Opening on September 10, it is the oldest lido as it was originally built in 1815 but closed back in 1984.
The European-style pool has both an adult’s and a kid’s pool, with lockers for guests to use.
Anthony BrownCleveland Pools is opening next week after a 10-year campaign[/caption]