Dreamy free lido is opening in UK with sweeping city views, sandpits & even its own sauna
City dwellers can cool off from the scorching temperatures in a stunning new lido.
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A new free lido will open in London tomorrow
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Whether you're looking for a sauna sesh or a cool dip, or both, this perfect summery spot in the heart of the capital has got you covered.
Located at the Royal Docks, the latest in London's long list of lidos is part of the summer programme At The Docks.
However, unlike most of London's other outdoor pools, Summer Splash will be entirely free to visit.
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But you'll want to hurry to enjoy this scenic swimming spot as it won't be around for long.
Limited time
The unheated pool will only be open f
rom Friday, July 25
until Sunday,
August 17
.
And the outdoor pool isn't the only thing on offer to visitors during these dates.
There will also be sandpits to play in, deckchairs to lounge in, and a sauna for those random chillier days.
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And At The Docks has a vibrant schedule of evening events to enjoy so you can enjoy an full day out.
The wider At The Docks programme will also offer Londoners the chance to try their hand at a variety of water activities.
New £4million lido to open in UK next year
Dock-side fun
This includes wakeboarding, paddleboarding, and open water swimming.
Meanwhile, dock-side lido will offer a pretty unique backdrop, with sweeping city views.
And you don't even need to worry if you or your friends aren't the strongest swimmers.
The lido will be manned by lifeguards and even features a shallow end.
So with school just wrapping up, what better way to spend a summer's day?
Swimming safety advice
Experts have revealed some of their top advice for both adults and kids heading to the water this summer
:
How to stay safe at the beach
Gareth Morrison, Head of Water Safety at the RNLI said: "If you find yourself being swept out to sea in a rip, try to relax and float until you are free from the rip and you can then swim to safety.
"If you see someone else in danger, alert a lifeguard or call 999 or 112 and ask for the Coastguard."
How to stay safe at the swimming pool
"It only takes 20 seconds to drown, little tips like this could save a life".
An Auqabliss spokesperson added: 'Swimming toys such as noodles, dive rings, floaties and beach balls can be dangerous if left in the pool.
'Children may try to grab these from the pool's edge and fall in."
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Ali Beckman,
"And wave pools should be avoided until your child is really confident with water going over their faces and you know they are able to regain their feet independently.
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Summer Splash is set to be a pretty perfect place for the entire family.
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We've mapped out all the lidos across the UK for you to enjoy this summer.
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The lido will open on July 25 and stay open until August 17
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