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A press release from Everyone Active...
Letchworth Lido is set to welcome four-legged swimmers for the first time this September, with North Herts’ first-ever Doggy Splash event giving local dogs the chance to enjoy the outdoor pool alongside their owners.
The special event will take place over the weekend of Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 September, after all regular swimming sessions have finished for the season.
The pool will then be thoroughly cleaned and disinfected following the event for the lido’s end of season closure.
Three 90-minute sessions will run each day at 10am, 12pm and 2pm.
The event is being hosted by Everyone Active, which operates Letchworth Lido, and follows successful Doggy Splash sessions at other Everyone Active lidos, including Hemel Hempstead Leisure Centre.
Tim Melvin, Everyone Active contract manager for North Herts, said: “For many people, dogs are very much part of the family, so we’re pleased to be able to offer something that lets owners enjoy the lido with their dogs for the first time.
“We’ve seen Doggy Splash prove really popular at some of our other lidos, so we’re excited to bring the event to Letchworth and give local dog owners the chance to try something a little different together.
“It’s also a great way to round off the lido’s summer season, with the Doggy Splash sessions taking place once our regular swimming programme has finished.”
Cllr Amy Allen, Executive Member for Environment at North Herts Council said: “We’re always looking for fun ways to bring our communities together, and this is certainly a first for North Herts! I’m thrilled that Letchworth Lido will be welcoming dogs for a special Doggy Splash at the end of the season.”
Each booking costs £18 and includes one dog and one owner aged 18 or over. Additional spectators can attend for £8 each.
Dogs must be fully vaccinated and at least 10 months old to take part, and owners should ensure their dog is comfortable around other dogs and people.
Lifeguards will be poolside throughout the sessions, although owners will be responsible for supervising their dogs and must enter the water with them if their dog is using the main pool.
Doggy Splash sessions:
- Saturday 12 September – 10am, 12pm and 2pm
- Sunday 13 September – 10am, 12pm and 2pm
Places are limited and are bookable now at: https://everyoneactive-letchworthlido.digitickets.co.uk/tickets or by calling Letchworth Lido on 01462 684673.
