149 unbelievable pictures of the Hilsea Lido regeneration project from start to finish

Dive into our gallery of pictures documenting the Hilsea Lido project from start to finish

Following millions of pounds and more than a two years of hard work, Hilsea Lido is preparing to open this weekend.

If you live in the city, it’s very likely you will have noticed a considerable amount of work taking place at the lido site in London Road.

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After opening in 1935, the outdoor pool became a key part of the city for almost 90 years - but over the decades, the pool became old and in a state of disrepair.

Work started in 2024 and after four years of being closed to members of the public, the lido will officially open once more on Saturday, May 2, with the first swim session starting at 7am.

Dive into our gallery consisting of 167 progress pictures documenting the project from start to finish:

21. Hilsea Lido

Hilsea Lido is now full of water. The pool currently doesn't have any chemicals in it and the filters haven't been switched on yet. It is being tested, so the contractors will leave the pool at this level for a week, with a surveyor regularly measuring the water levels. After this the pool will be filled completely, and pool experts Barr and Wray will come and turn the filters on. | PCC