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Sustainability at Cheltenham Lido

Our Sustainability Commitment

We are committed to playing our part in the global priority of reducing emissions and waste and safeguarding water whilst maintaining everything we love about our Lido – its historic nature, its character and the enjoyment and wellbeing it brings to its users.  

Our strategy is therefore to prioritise and pursue energy efficiency and sustainability measures that make economic sense and ensure a long and sustainable future for Cheltenham Lido and its community. 

We have exciting plans but we will continue to listen, to learn and to welcome challenges from our stakeholders so that we develop in the best way possible but all the time reducing our environmental impact.

Check out our sustainability profile HERE

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What we currently do

Cheltenham Lido Sustainability

Reduce Waste Reduce Energy Cut Carbon Emissions Save Water
• Zero to landfill
• Digital-only tickets
• Reusable bottles & mugs		 • Energy-saving lighting
• Optimised pool plant
• Local sourcing
• Solar panels & EV charging		 • CCTV-secured cycle racks
• Pool covers
• Reduced bank trips		 • Less frequent filter backwashing
• Air scourer in place
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What we have already achieved?

Reduced Energy Consumption

  • Solar panels installed on the main plant room roof

  • Pool covers fitted to retain heat

  • New high-efficiency boilers and heat exchangers

  • Optimised pump speeds and reduced boiler burn temperature

  • Original filters refurbished to extend life and efficiency

  • Energy-saving lighting in changing rooms and toilets

  • Roof voids insulated across the site

  • Main & children’s pool structures refurbished to stop water loss

  • 80% of the main pool circulation pipework replaced

  • Heating leaks in children’s pool circulation repaired

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Our cafe operators - Paddy and Bear

What do our cafe do?

Reduce waste
  • Recycle all waste oil
  • Use wooden cutlery
  • Napkins are made from recycled products
  • They aim to keep packaging to a minimum
  • All packaging to be compostable
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What we would like to achieve

  • Complete full site decarbonisation plan (In progress)

  • Install energy-saving water heating for showers (Planned)

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What can our customers do to help reduce our carbon footprint?

  • Bring your reusable mug or bottle (reduce waste)

  • Walk, cycle, or car-share (lower carbon)

  • Shower before swimming & wear a swim cap (save water & chemicals)

  • Apply suncream at least 30 minutes before pool entry (help water quality)

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And just like that…we’re BACK 💦

With @cheltenhamsilverband playing and a stunning performance from @openwatersynchro it’s more than an opening…it’s a celebration!

Come and join us for just 2P, open until 6pm 🌤️

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And just like that…we’re BACK 💦 With @cheltenhamsilverband playing and a stunning performance from @openwatersynchro it’s more than an opening…it’s a celebration! Come and join us for just 2P, open until 6pm 🌤️ @sllegge.photography #openday #cheltenhamlido #officiallyopen #cheltenham #joinus

A landmark moment for Cheltenham Lido 💙

Our future is now secured until 2120 - safeguarding nearly a century more of history, heritage, and community.

Join us this Saturday at 11am as we open for the heated season, with 2p entry in honour of our 1935 opening day.

To read the full press release, click the link in our bio!

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A landmark moment for Cheltenham Lido 💙 Our future is now secured until 2120 - safeguarding nearly a century more of history, heritage, and community. Join us this Saturday at 11am as we open for the heated season, with 2p entry in honour of our 1935 opening day. To read the full press release, click the link in our bio! @cheltenhambc @izaactailford #news #futuresecured #cheltenham #cheltenhamlido #cheltenhamboroughcouncil

Open day doesn’t happen on its own..

There’s a whole team behind the scenes making it happen - staff and volunteers, earl mornings, big jobs, and a lot of hard work 🫶🏼

We’re getting closer to opening day, and we can’t wait to welcome you back for the 2026 season 💙

#teamwork #cheltenhamlido #openingsoon #behindthescenes #outdoorswimming

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Open day doesn’t happen on its own.. There’s a whole team behind the scenes making it happen - staff and volunteers, earl mornings, big jobs, and a lot of hard work 🫶🏼 We’re getting closer to opening day, and we can’t wait to welcome you back for the 2026 season 💙 #teamwork #cheltenhamlido #openingsoon #behindthescenes #outdoorswimming

Summer at the lido loading…

#cheltenham #cheltenhamlido #joinus #openingsoon #summervibes☀️

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Summer at the lido loading… #cheltenham #cheltenhamlido #joinus #openingsoon #summervibes☀️