Northcroft Lido

Northcroft Lido

Date of Adventure: 25 Apr, 2025

Northcroft Lido in Newbury caused quite the buzz last year after a £5 million refurbishment, and its first full summer season in operation got rave reviews! Check out this cool video to see it in all it’s glory!

It’s back with more of the same:

💦 six metre high spiral flumes
💦 three metre high racer slides
💦 interactive splash pad
💦 50m heated pool (heated to 25°)
💦 decking area
💦 colourful beach huts
💦 hoist and accessible changing room
💦 Graduated steps
💦 SEN sessions

The leisure centre it’s attached to is also getting a revamp to the tune of £4.6m, set to be completed by June this year, and includes a café and improved soft play area too.

 

AT A GLANCE

1 hour session:
Adult: £5.30
Junior: £3.65
Under 3: £1.10

2 hour session:
Adult: £7.55
Junior: £5.65
Under 3: £1.10

3 hour session:
Adult: £9.80
Junior: £7.65
Under 3: £1.10
Open 7 days a week until end of September. See Everyone Active app for session times
Pre-booking required, especially on sunny days
Snacks and ice cream sold or bring your own picnic
Accessible including hoist for lido
35 minutes from Headington roundabout
Train to Newbury then a short (15 minute) walk
Up to 3 hours: free; Up to 4 hours: £1; Up to 6 hours: £2
The details

Website

Northcroft Ln, Newbury RG14 1RS

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