Trinity Church · Outdoor Pool

The Swimming Pool

ClosedSummer preparation

No Lifeguard on duty. Use of the pool is at your own risk.

Support the pool

Donations

There are no charges for using the pool but any donations towards the running costs will help us keep this great resource available and in good condition!

Donate online

If you would like to make a cash donation then please use the post box within the door of the Pool Plant Room.

Before you swim

Rules

General Use

  • Eligibility: This is not a public pool, it is open to the Trinity Church congregation and hosted guests.
  • Capacity: Maximum of 40 people.
  • Safety: Swimming alone is strictly prohibited.
  • Weather: Do not use the pool during thunderstorms.
  • Behaviour: Act responsibly. Avoid unsafe behaviour like holding others underwater, and respect weaker swimmers.
  • Diving: Only permitted in the safe zone clearly marked "Diving Area".
  • Equipment: Only pool-safe equipment allowed (e.g., soft balls, buoyancy aids).
  • Health: Do not swim if you have experienced vomiting or diarrhoea within the last 48 hours.
  • Food & Drink: No eating or drinking while in the water.
  • Dress Code: Please wear appropriate coverings when outside of the pool enclosure.
  • Belongings: Take all personal items with you. Lost property is discarded weekly.
  • Cleanliness: Leave the area clean and tidy. Use the bins provided.

Prohibited Items (Inside the Enclosure)

  • Smoking and vaping
  • Alcohol (consumption and swimming under the influence are banned)
  • Glass and ceramics
  • Mains-powered electrical items
  • Large inflatables and surfboards

Children

  • Supervision: Under-18s must be supervised by a responsible adult from within the pool enclosure at all times
  • Hygiene: Babies and toddlers must wear clean swim nappies.

Getting in

Access & hours

Opening Hours

Monday to Saturday
10 am – 10 pm
Sunday
1 pm – 10 pmAfter the church service

Access

  • Keep the gate closed at all times.
  • If you are the last person leaving: bolt and padlock the gate closed and scramble the code
  • Do not share the code with under-18s.
  • Get the lock combination code from the church office.

In an emergency

Emergency

NO LIFEGUARD ON DUTY

Call 999

Emergency Procedures

  • Immediately notify the Church Office. If out of hours contact Ian Saunders, Ops. Manager or a Trustee or Leader

First Aid Box

  • Within Pool Enclosure
  • Inside the entrance lobby of the Fellowship Building

AED / Defibrillator

  • Inside the entrance lobby of the Fellowship Building

Blood, Vomit, Faeces

  • Everyone must immediately vacate the pool.
  • Pool is closed until the Office has given it the all clear

Accidents / Incidents / Damage

Please report to the Church Office: