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Family

The Strand Lido is the UK's only saltwater, riverside outdoor pool and has been a favourite family attraction for many years since 1896. The popular lido will re-open for the summer:

From Saturday, 27 May 2023

Session times:

10.30am to 1.30pm
2.30pm to 5.30pm

All sessions must be pre-booked online via The Strand Pool website

Other attractions at the Strand park include:

Tennis courts
Children's play areas
Picnic area
Parkour park
Children's paddling pool (open summer holidays only)
Miniature railway
Crazy golf
Café

Please see the official Strand website for all costs and Terms and Conditions.

Address

The Strand Lido and Leisure Park Pier Road Gillingham
ME7 1TT

Contact

01634 333925

Links

Website

Opening Times

Reopening from Saturday, 27 May 2023 Session times: 10.30am to 1.30pm 2.30pm to 5.30pm Sessions must be prebooked online

Accessible parking

Coaches welcome

Golf

Guide Dogs, Hearing Dogs and Registered Assistance Dogs welcome

Indoor/Outdoor Swimming Pool

Play Area

Restaurant / cafe / tea shop / catering facilities

Tennis Court

Strand Elephant

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