Swimming
Visit our multi-sensory hydrotherapy swimming pool
About Calvert Lakes pool
Our purpose-built water centre is available to use by residents, the local community, visitors to the Lake District and care organisations. Our swimming pool provides a complete sensory experience for those with and without disabilities. With a raisable floor, sauna, sensory features and accessible poolside hoists and changing, there is no better place to relax and enjoy stunning views across the lake and mountains beyond.
Swimming pool features
- A fully accessible 12x6m pool
- Enjoy hydrotherapy at 32°C
- Indoor and outdoor seating areas available
- Sensory features include a spa, bubble pads and a water fountain – all activated by poolside buttons
- With advance notice, the pool floor can be raised or lowered to alter water depth
- Sauna available on request
- Accessible poolside changing and hoists available
Swimming at Calvert Lakes
Swim sessions must be booked in advance and our pool is not guarded so all users must have completed a pool safety induction before their first session. We offer a choice of swim sessions and all slots include changing time. Our pool is available to visitors, guests and can be booked for sole use. With parking on site, life access to the pool complex and plenty of time and space to in and out for those who need it, our swimming pool is one-of-a-kind.
Sole use pool sessions
A non-refundable deposit of 50% must be paid at point of booking or at least 2 weeks prior to the session date.
Sensory room bookings
Our sensory room is available to book by the hour for residents, the local community, groups and visitors.
Booking information
Find out everything you need to know below.
Important information
Family swim – 2 adults and 2 children or 1 adult and 3 children
Concessionary rates are available for;
- Swimmers with a disability
- Carers who are paid to assist someone with a disability when swimming with that person
- Swimmers aged 66 and over.
We follow ISRM national guidance for adult to child ratios. Please ask in reception if you would like more information about these criteria.
Commercial rates for sole use bookings are for group leaders who sell spaces on these private sessions to their members. Contact us for more information.
Already booked?
We’re delighted you’ve booked our state-of-the-art swimming pool here at Calvert Lakes. Please take a few minutes in advance of your visit to carefully read our Pool Rules watch our Pool Induction film which will highlight everything you need to know – particularly our safety features.
You will be asked to sign a declaration on arrival confirming the you have watched this film as there are no lifeguards on duty.
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