UK tidal pool compared to Australia for its crystal clear waters - and is FREE to visit The lido recommended to swim in between the months of May and September By Zac Campbell Published: 11:08, 30 June 2024 | Updated: 11:08, 30 June 2024 e-mail View comments A British tidal pool that is free to visit has been compared to swimming in Australia for its crystal clear waters. Shoalstone Seawater Pool, ideal for swimmers between May and September each year, is in quaint Brixham, Devon. While Devon may not quite rival Sydney for its glorious sunshine - taking a dip in the lido is not that much different to enjoying the water down under, according to The Lido Guide.
The publication said: 'Any swimmer who has spent any time at all looking at swimming-related social media feeds will be familiar with the Bondi Icebergs sea pool, even if they have never set foot in Australia'. A British tidal pool that is free to visit has been compared to swimming in Australia for its crystal clear waters 'On the dullest of days this pool glows like something almost other-worldly [..
.] and if you have ever seen a picture of [Bondi icebergs} it will leap readily to mind.' Dating all the way back to 1896, the pool is 53 metres long and has been used since the Victorian era, with the designated swimming area built into surrounding rocks.
While no entry fee is required its owners do ask for a voluntary donation of £3.50 per swim or £8 per family to help cover the running costs of the site. Along with cha.
