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Stonehaven Outdoor Pool

Queen Elizabeth Park, Stonehaven AB39 2RD, Scotland
01569 762134
Ranked #1 of 3 attractions in Stonehaven
4.5 of 5 stars 18 Reviews
Type: Water Parks
Owner description: Huge, Olympic-size open air swimming pool and lido with clean sea water heated to 29 deg C (84 deg F). Open daily 29 May - 5 September 2010. Quiet... more » Owner description: Huge, Olympic-size open air swimming pool and lido with clean sea water heated to 29 deg C (84 deg F). Open daily 29 May - 5 September 2010. Quiet swims for adults, fun sessions for kids, toddlers' paddling pool, midnight swims Wednesdays from 10pm in peak season (28 June - 16 Aug 2010). Sheltered sun terraces, on-site cafe, ample free parking. Day tickets are valid all day! Adult £4.70, child/senior £2.80, family £12.20. « less
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Aberdeen, United Kingdom
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012

This is an olympic sized outdoor heated swimming pool. An excellent example of its type. Warning, the pool is only open in the summer months (opens 26/5/2012) and gets very busy on those rare hot scottish days :)

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Aberdeen, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2012

lovely pool but only when weather permits so check weather forcast

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Stonehaven, United Kingdom
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 March 2012

Can recommend Stonehaven outdoor pool for an unusual day out! Swim outside in a heated pool. Midnight swims once a week are fun too--swim under the stars!! Only open in summer months.

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Aberdeen, United Kingdom
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31 reviews 31 reviews
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19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 January 2012

As a local, I love trips to stonehaven pool. The pool is heated to a comfortable temperature - and the dash to the changing rooms is not as cold as you'd think. Changing rooms are good. Plenty space with warm showers. On a sunny day you can almost convince yourself you are abroad.... well almost!

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Elma McMenemy, Public Relations Manager at Stonehaven Outdoor Pool, responded to this review
1 February 2012

Thank you for your kind comments! As you're local, if you're not already involved with the Friends of the Pool as a volunteer, would you consider giving us some time? It's not all physical work - we also need people to help update our database (no advanced computer skills necessary). More info coming soon on Facebook (Stonehaven Heated Open Air... More

Aberdeen, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 December 2011

If any one are planing to visit this place, visit in summer time, that will be very nice and you will love it. Castle is the most attractive place in this, there is some caves at the end. It is one of the best place for to enjoy with children and every family member.

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Elma McMenemy, Public Relations Manager at Stonehaven Outdoor Pool, responded to this review
1 February 2012

Many thanks for your comments and hope to see you again during the summer. As you're seem to be fairly locally based, would you consider giving the Friends a little of your time if you're not already doing so? More info coming soon on the Pool's Facebook page (Stonehaven Heated Open Air Pool), the website and - we hope -... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 September 2011 via mobile

Great day out. Kids got a bit of a shock when they tasted the salt water. But soon learnt to keep their mouth shut!

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West Lothian
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 August 2011

This was a step back in time for us, as open-air salt water pools were popular in our youth. This pool is the last one left in Scotland, and did not disappoint. It is well maintained, brightly painted and tended by friendly and efficient staff. The water was perfect, and we were lucky to visit on a gorgeous day, but... More

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Perth, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 August 2011 via mobile

Came today for the first time, we will be back. It was a lovely day, sun was shining & quite honestly when swimming in the very warm water with blue sky overhead I could have been in many exotic destinations. I really had to keep reminding myself I was in stonehaven. Would recommend to anyone, even the cafe was good... More

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Chatham, Canada
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 August 2011

I had learned to swim in this pool as a child and so was excited about being able to bring my own family to share in this experience. We decided to go for an evening swim as this worked best into our schedule. The pool is open late primarily only on Wednesday nights, 10.00pm and closes at 12.00am. (Best to... More

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Wirral
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 July 2011

Part of 'Ald Ston'ees (Old Stonehavens) history. Excellent little pool with loads of old features. £4.70 for an adult standard entry. £1 refundable deposit for your locker key. Try the Midnight swim on a Wednesday..!!!!!

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