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HISTORY

Introduction

We understand people used different names over the 69 years the pool was open. Many of you have told us it was never called a 'lido'. We love the variety so...

What you call it, is up to you! 

Leeds City Council marketed the site as 'Former Otley Lido' and therefore we became Friends of Otley Lido...

How you pronounce lido, is also up to you!

Baths

Otley Baths
The baths

Pool

Outdoor pool
Open air pool

Lido

"Lie-doe"
"Lee-doe"

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The Baths & Outdoor Pool

History

Otley Baths – as it was known at the time – was an integral part of Wharfemeadows Park when it opened in 1924. 

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The Baths & Outdoor Pool

The outdoor pool – as it became known – closed in 1993. It has been derelict since 2007/08 when a leisure facility closed.

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The Baths & Outdoor Pool

Memories

The pool left lasting memories. Even the cold pool and concrete changing room floors are fondly remembered!

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Community, health and wellness hub

Our Plans

A vibrant, year-round, community, health and wellness hub featuring a seasonal lido open six months of the year.

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History of the Baths

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A Community Interest Company registered at Companies House in England & Wales

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