Hello and thanks for dropping by!
It is looking more and more likely that the Pool will open in 2021. Whilst we were for our usual date in late May, it now seems that the 21 June 2021 is the most likely date we’ll open. Along with other outdoor pools we have asked some questions of the government and are waiting for some clarification on possible restrictions.

This website and the information it contains is written in good faith and will hopefully stand for 2021. It is subject to the Government not moving the goalposts and any subsequent detail/advice that needs to be incorporated.
We are crossing our fingers and have started some basic cleaning work on the Pool and of course planning is key to our probable reopening and we are doing a lot of that!
Please revisit this page when you can as it is here where we will make any announcements.
So, thanks again for visiting, we really, really, hope to see you this year.

Helmsley Open Air Swimming Pool

Yorkshire’s only 25m heated open air pool. We are a Charity (1184090) providing affordable outdoor swimming and a ‘holiday atmosphere’ to our local community and many visitors. Nestling in the North York Moors National Park, our open air pool is in the heart of the countryside.

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Ticket Prices

Child

4 – 16 years

£3.50

Adult

17 – 64 years

£5.00

Concessions

over 65, disabled and students

£4.00

Spectators

£2.50

Family

2 Adults + Max 3 Children

£17.00

Season Ticket

12 Swims For The Price Of 10

Private Hire

1 Hour

More Info

SAFETY, ADMISSION & PHOTO POLICY

Pre-Payment Scheme

We now offer a Pre-Payment scheme to guarantee your entry into the Pool. When you arrive in Helmsley on the day of your proposed visit to the Pool come along to the Pool, after we open at 11.00 am, and pick the session on that day you would like to attend (remember the first session is adults only except at weekends!) and then follow these instructions;

· Pay for the number and type of tickets you want.

· Obtain a receipt for your payment.

· Ensure your Session time is written on the back.

· Return to the Pool 10 minutes before the start of your chosen Session.

· Present your Receipt to the cashier who will count you through.

People Sharing The Love!

First time here tonight! Warm, friendly welcome. Really lovely pool, so clean and a joy to watch the sky as you swim. And a great cup of tea afterwards. Really enjoyed ourselves, can’t wait to come back!

Had an absolutely brilliant night at the apogee moon swim. Everyone was so friendly and welcoming and the pool is lovely. Well worth a little drive out. Can’t wait for the next one!

We enjoyed a wonderful time at this lovely pool today ,friendly attentive lifeguards, changing rooms and toilets inside, showers outside, drinks and ice-lollies etc to purchase.A fabulous pool set against the backdrop of grassy hills and sheep..just perfect we shall return.

Fabulous afternoon at the pool today! The sun was shining, the water was warm and there was a great holiday atmosphere. Hopefully many more fun family afternoons here this summer.

What a wonderful time at Helmsley open air pool. What a treat! I grew up in Helmsley and cannot praise the staff and updated facilities enough. My 6 year old loved it! Helmsley open air pool is a gem in a beautiful town. Well worth a visit! Thank you for a great day!

Great day out with the family at the outdoor pool this afternoon. Beautiful weather and a great atmosphere! Highly recommended for a fun filled family day out!

An Amazing Experience

Our timetable is a little different from what you may be used to so please take a little time to check when our sessions are. We do get very busy on very hot days and for safety reasons the pool capacity per session is limited to 80. We have never reached capacity when it’s raining, which we can’t understand as swimming in the rain is truly wonderful, a delight to the senses; although the pool with be cleared/closed if there is a risk of thunder. Whether it’s a moonlight swim or our popular Aquathlon series, there’s a lot going on for everyone at the pool.

Please take a look at our ‘friends’ page to see if there is anything you can do to help the pool.

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