The outdoor pool originally opened its doors back in 1935 by Portsmouth City Council but its condition significantly deteriorated over the years, making it unsafe to use.
Following multiple consultations, a multi-million pound project was launched last year to completely restore the pool to its former glory. The pool, which will open in the summer, will feature new changing rooms, new benches and tables, artwork, a fountain and, most importantly, a fully functioning outdoor swimming pool.
In the most recent updates, the pool has been completely concreted and the contractors are currently pumping water out of the pool that collected in there over Christmas.
Bright shower unit cabins have now been installed at the lido. They need to be plumbed in and have gas and electrical connections completed.
The plant room floor has been concreted, and work will start to reinforce the walls. Three filtration tanks will be installed in the plant room in due course.
161. Hilsea Lido - June 2024
The Hilsea Lido project is a multi-million pound project in the city that will welcome a complete transformation at the outdoor swimming centre. | Submitted Photo: Submitted
162. Hilsea Lido - June 2024
The council are redeveloping Hilsea Lido as part of the Hilsea Lines project in the north of the city. The aim of this project is to improve the area and encourage residents and visitors to use it. Picture: Habibur Rahman | Habbs Photo: Habibur Rahman
163. Hilsea Lido - June 2024
The Hilsea Lido project is expected to be completed by Spring of 2025. Picture: Habibur Rahman | Habbs Photo: Habibur Rahman
164. Hilsea Lido - June 2024
The aim of the Hilsea Lido project is to improve the area and encourage residents and visitors to use it. Picture: Habibur Rahman | Habbs Photo: Habibur Rahman