TAKE a look at Ireland's outdoor swimming pool that you can even use in the cold weather. The heated swimming pool, located on Leighlinbridge Road in Dunleckney in Bagenalstown, Co. Carlow is a favourite among locals.
Open from early June to late August, the pool spans 25m and also includes a paddling pool. Bagenalstown Swimming Club is a long established voluntary club in idyllic surroundings beside the River Barrow. It is the perfect location for all age groups to enjoy a swim in geo-thermally heated pools.
For young swimmers, the paddling pool is perfect to grow confidence before transitioning to the bigger pool. The 25m pool allows swimmers to progress and enjoy swimming in a "relaxed, outdoor environment", according to the website. The swimming club also offers lessons, summer camps and water safety lessons throughout the season.
There are other events that take place there including river races, swimming galas, fun days and a water safety festival . To use the pool, you can buy a seasonal membership or pay casual rates. The heated pool is open from Monday to Sunday at 10.
30 am until 12.30 pm, then from 2 pm until 5 pm and finally from 6.30 pm until 9 pm.
The pool also has a hydraulic chair for disability access. The club also offers aqua aerobics and sensory hour swims. The memberships start at: For casual entrance to the pool, it costs just €5 per swim.
To book a swim, call the pool on (059) 91 58860 or email [email protected]. Just down the road is .
