1-Year Open!

It is one year since Birtley Community Pool opened its doors to our community!

When the council closed the pool in 2023, a dedicated group of local volunteers came together to fight for its future. Thanks to incredible fundraising, crowdfunding, and community spirit, we registered as a charity, gathered community support, refurbished the pool and reopened in mid-September 2024 as a community-run, not-for-profit facility.

Just weeks later, on October 3rd 2024, we were honoured to be officially opened by His Royal Highness Prince William himself.

Over the past year, the pool has been filled with the laughter of children learning to swim, families making memories, and individuals of all ages improving their health, wellbeing and confidence in the water. None of this would be possible without YOU – our customers, members, supporters, funders, volunteers and staff – everyone in our community!

Check out the video below to hear why swimming is such an important life skill, and how together, we’re making a real difference.

Here’s to many more years of swimming, learning, and community activities at Birtley.

1 Year Open