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.
101. Hilsea Lido - April 2025
We visited Hilsea Lido to see the progress of the project - and it looks incredible. | Habibur Rahman
102. Hilsea Lido - April 2025
The Hilsea Lido project is due to be completed by early autumn of this year. | Habibur Rahman
103. Hilsea Lido - April 2025
We had the opportunity to take a tour around Hilsea Lido to see the progress that is being made. Picture: Millie Leeming | Millie Leeming
104. Hilsea Lido - April 2025
The progress being made at Hilsea Lido is incredible. The outdoor pool will welcome new changing rooms, new benches and tables, artwork, a fountain and, most importantly, a fully functioning outdoor swimming pool. Picture: Habibur Rahman | Habibur Rahman