Feel confident in the water
Swimming has incredible benefits for both your body and mind and is a low-impact way to exercise, no matter what your fitness abilities. At Hinksey Outdoor Pool, we have a whole timetable of swimming sessions, from lane swimming and casual swimming for those looking to improve their fitness to family swims for splash-tastic fun for all ages.
Join us for a swim
At Hinksey Outdoor Pool, we have a fantastic lido 35 metre outdoor pool, which is open seasonally for Spring/Summer. With a shallow fun area for children, a deeper section for more serious lane swimmers and a beach area for infants - a day out at Hinksey Heated Outdoor Pool really is a swimmer's dream.
2026 Pool Pricing:
Casual Adult Swim for 1 hour - £6.40
Casual Junior Swim for 1 hour - £4.10
Casual Concession Swim for 1 hour - £4.10
Bonus Swim for 1 hour - Peak £3.40 or Off-Peak £3 for Oxford residents on benefits (see more at www.oxford.gov.uk/bonuscard)
Sun Bed Hire - £3
Chair Hire - £3
2026 Summer Special
Family Fun Swimming Sessions - 2 hour session:
Child - £6.40
Adult - £8.50
Half Day Tickets:
Child - £9.55
Adult - £12.75
Season passes are available to purchase if you would like to swim with us for the whole season. Browse our membership options by clicking the button below.
Family Swim
Take the family for a swim in our pool, with a beach area for the little ones and a shallow area for the older kids, there is something for everyone! Whether you’re looking for fun activities in the water for weekends or school holidays, we have something for all ages. For information on family swim safety, please read our supervision policy here.
Swimming for fitness
Swimming is a low-impact way of exercising, meaning it really is for everyone. We have a whole timetable of swim sessions for you to enjoy, including lane swimming or casual sessions. Swim memberships are available or simply turn up and pay as you go.
SEN swim
Dive into a calm and comforting environment at Hinksey Outdoor Pool.
We're excited to introduce our brand-new SEN Family Swim Sessions - a welcoming, relaxed session designed especially for families with SEN.
These sessions have been designed to create a sensory-friendly environment with no music and lowered communication to keep things calm (think quieter walkie talkies).
We advise bringing along any additional aids or comfort items you'd like - as long as they are sae to wear in the water. Whether it's their favourite floatie, a beloved swim hat or anything else that helps you to feel at ease. These sessions have been designed to make you feel happy and comfortable.
Session information:
Every Wednesday from 11am - 12pm
Pricing:
Adults - £8.50
Children - £6.40
Bonus swim
If you're an Oxford resident (living in postcodes OX1 to OX4) and on qualifying benefits, the Bonus card gives you discounted membership and pay as you go prices at Oxford's public Leisure Centres including Hinksey Outdoor Pool.
Swimming Lessons FAQs
Whether you’re just starting out or building confidence in the water, our swimming lessons are designed to be fun, supportive, and suitable for all ages and abilities. Below are some of our most commonly asked questions to help you get started.
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