How high are the diving boards at Guildford Spectrum?

One 1m and one 3m diving board and a 5m diving platform in a separate 12m x 11m, 2m – 4m depth, 29ºC (84ºF) diving pool.

Do you have to book Guildford Spectrum swimming?

Make a splash at Guildford Spectrum! Our Leisure Pool is perfect for the whole family with 8 amazing waterslides, a crazy wave machine and an interactive children’s section. To avoid disappointment we advise that you pre book your Leisure Pool session online. All swimmers are guaranteed an hour and a half of pool time.

Are the Guildford Spectrum slides open?

Will the slides and wave machine be open? All slides and the wave machine will be running. However they are subject to availability on the day. Please be aware that there may be queues.

How deep should a pool be for a 10 foot diving board?

The safe depth for a diving board Thankfully, the depth isn’t that deep and is within the range of most backyard pools. You must have a pool that is at least 8 feet deep.

Is Guildford Lido pool heated?

Set in 4½ acres of beautifully landscaped gardens the heated Olympic sized pool is a great place to chill out, meet friends, picnic and of course, do some serious swimming! The Lido is one of Guildford’s greatest treasures.

How high is the Olympic diving board?

The Olympic diving boards are placed at two different heights — at three meters and 10 meters.

What is a leisure pool?

leisure centre (leisure centres plural )A leisure centre is a large public building containing different facilities for leisure activities, such as a sports hall, a swimming pool, and rooms for meetings. …

Can you park at Guildford Spectrum?

Parking. There are 1000 free spaces on the site and designated coach parking. We have designated Parent & Toddler parking bays to the right of the entrance ramp with easy access to the main entrance.

Can you swim in 3 feet water?

Yes, 3 feet is plenty deep for lap swimming. Even lap swimming in place. It’s not so good for diving or doing cannonballs.

What is the best pool depth?

4 feet
Swimmers need enough room to stroke without striking the pool’s floor with their knuckles or toes, so experts recommend a proper pool depth of at least 4 feet. Swimming laps requires a depth of 4 feet. Length is also important; the swimming lane should extend at least 25 feet.

How much is it to get into Guildford Lido?

2021 activity prices at guildford lido

swimming pool 2021 peak (Saturday-Sunday, Bank and School Holidays) standard (Monday-Friday)
Adult £7.50 £6.00
Junior (age 3 – 15 years) £6.00 £4.50
Concessions £6.00 £4.50
Family (4 people, max. 2 adults) £25.00 £20.00

Do you have to pay for parking at Guildford Spectrum?

There are 1000 free spaces on the site and designated coach parking. We have designated Parent & Toddler parking bays to the right of the entrance ramp with easy access to the main entrance.

Are there any swimming pools at Guildford Spectrum?

I am very pleased to be back swimming again. I think everyone has done a brilliant job in organising the swim sessions and the staff have been very friendly and helpful At Guildford Spectrum we have a magnificent pools complex made up of four different swimming pools:

Where is the Star Diving Club in Guildford?

We are a springboard and highboard diving club in Guildford, Surrey. Our programme is based at Guildford Spectrum. We are affiliated to Swim England, our national governing body, through Swim England South East Region and have SwimMark accreditation.

Is the Guildford Spectrum open 365 days a year?

Guildford Spectrum Leisure Complex is a one stop leisure facility where you can enjoy ice skating, ten pin bowling, swimming and a whole range of sporting activities. Open 365 days a year and free parking.

Do you have to wear a face covering at Guildford Spectrum?

Numbers capped at six per class to accommodate social distancing around the pool, including the diving boards. Unless exercising it is mandatory to wear a face covering and maintain social distancing inside Guildford Spectrum. Face coverings not required for children (under-11) or anyone who is medically exempt. Click here for all the exemptions.