The popular splash pool has been one of Portsmouth’s top community facilities since 1935, with thousands of visitors enjoying the pool, sunbathing room and Blue Lagoon bar over the years.
Here are some of our favourite photos from The News’ archives to get you feeling nostalgic.




8. Hilsea Lido
Pool supervisor Mr Padmore (left) and pool assistant N. Goddard pump out remnants of the winter's rain ready for refilling in 1981. Photo: The News
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