Lido's

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Definition

A Lido is an outdoor public swimming pool that usually has an area around it used for activities such as sunbathing. Lidos were very popular in the 1930’s and some still remain open in England today.

Website Links

http://homepage.ntlworld.com/oliver.merrington/lidos/index.html Basic but useful page on Lidos in Britain past and present.

http://www.seasidehistory.co.uk/lidos.html A detailed article on Lidos.

http://www.saltdean.info/lido.htm Saltdean Lidos official page, includes a history section and opening times.

Further Reading

Smith, J. (2005) Liquid Assets (Played in Britain Series). Malavan Media.

D’Enno, D. (1985) Saltdean Story. Phillimore & Co Ltd.

Bradley, P. (2007) Out of the Blue: A Celebration of Brockwell Park Lido. BLUpress.

Braggs, S. and Harris, D. (2000) Sun, Fun and Crowds: British Seaside Holidays Between the Wars. NPI Media Group.

Further Images

Butlin's hotel and lido in Saltdean, Brighton
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Butlin's hotel and lido in Saltdean, Brighton
1949, lady posing in swimwear by a lido
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1949, lady posing in swimwear by a lido
A badge from Cheltenham lido, Sanford Park
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A badge from Cheltenham lido, Sanford Park
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