Come to our POOL PARTY!🥳

Published: Thu, 04/23/26

Updated: Thu, 04/23/26

Dear Swimmer

It's POOL PARTY time!

We are celebrating our 15^th birthday with a party at Hilsea Lido - and we'd love you to join us

Dive into a family fun day of outdoor swimming joy at Portsmouth’s iconic, newly restored 67‑metre outdoor pool. We'll be offering expert coaching, community swim sessions, inspiring talks, fancy dress, playful races and birthday party vibes (cake guaranteed).

As we turn 15, Hilsea Lido celebrates its 90th year, and Portsmouth commemorates 100 years of city status, it’ll be an outdoor swimming festival to remember.

Tickets are limited, so get yours now at early bird prices - prices go up on May 8th. If you join Outdoor Swimmer, you'll get a 20% discount on tickets*. Plus, all ticket purchases include a 30% discount on full-price Zoggs goggles.

Members - look out for a separate email with your discount code.

GET YOUR TICKET NOW

WHAT'S ON AT THE PARTY

The final agenda is still tbc, but you can expect:

Small‑group swimming sessions for all ages and abilities coached by Outdoor Swimmer's Simon, Ella and Rowan, plus guests
Hands‑on gear advice and swimwear from Zoggs
Entertainment
Stalls including Swim Trek
Crafts
Wacky races
Talks and Q&As
Refreshments

You'll also get to enjoy Hilsea Lido. Re-opening after an extensive refurbishment, this incredible 67m long unheated pool is a unique place with history and heart, a hub for the local community, a centre for both mental and physical wellbeing. Your ticket will include freedom to swim, play and splash in this beautiful pool.

BOOK YOUR TICKETS

GETTED KITTED OUT WITH ZOGGS

Gear experts Zoggs will be on hand to give you expert advice on your pool and open water swimming gear.

Zoggs is also offering an exclusive 30% discount on full-price goggles purchased before June 6th. Just buy your Pool Party tickets and you'll get a discount code to use on Zoggs.com with your email confirmation.

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