Kingsteignton Swimming Pool

Meadowcroft Drive, Kingsteignton, Devon, TQ12 3PB, England
1-90 Years
Paid

Description

Kingsteignton Swimming Pool is a heated outdoor community facility that offers an ideal splash space for children and families. Built in 1979 by the community for the community, this completely volunteer-run venue provides a warm, friendly, and active environment where children can learn to swim, enjoy open-air exercise, and build physical confidence. It stands out across Devon as a premier local hub for affordable outdoor aquatic recreation and training. If you are looking for the best things to do with kids in Kingsteignton, this vibrant outdoor pool delivers an excellent active experience.

Prices for entry are structure-focused, offering value through multi-swim ticket bundles. A child pass for 10 classes or swims (ages 3–16) starts at £36.00, making it a highly cost-effective option for local families. For adult independent swimmers, single-day lane and open practice entries can be efficiently budgeted using a 10-ticket adult swim pass from £60.00. The venue provides specialized sessions accompanied by fully qualified lifeguards to ensure safety across all age groups.

If you are looking for the best place for a day out with family and kids that combines healthy physical exercise with water confidence, this outdoor pool provides superb community value. It provides an encouraging space that helps children improve their coordination, aquatic balance, and stamina. The entire community facility is carefully designed to offer a refreshing educational day out centered on active outdoor fun.

Features

  • Paid
  • Host birthday parties: Yes

Features

Key Features

  • Heated Open-Air Pool: The main tank is a heated 25-metre outdoor pool designed to provide comfortable swim temperatures regardless of the British weather.
  • Dedicated Toddler Space: An integrated toddler pool is available during gentle swim blocks, offering an uncrowded space for younger children to splash safely.
  • Volunteer-Run Community Asset: The entire facility is managed by a dedicated committee of hardworking local volunteers and passionate trustees.
  • Full Accessibility Hoist: A mechanical disabled hoist is installed on-site, ensuring smooth and safe pool entry for swimmers with mobility needs.

Detailed Highlights

  • Children’s Swimming Lessons: Structured swimming classes are run by qualified instructors to help youngsters master core strokes, water safety, and independent confidence.
  • High-Energy Fun Swims: Tailored for family entertainment, these popular open sessions allow kids to bring pool floats, play with friends, and enjoy active splashing.
  • Gentle Swim & Toddler Sessions: Calm morning time slots specifically reserved for adults and toddlers, creating an encouraging environment for early years water introduction.
  • Aqua Circuits & Aqua Zumba: For older kids and parents looking for high-tempo physical health workouts, these group fitness classes combine aerobic exercise with water resistance.
  • Twilight Lane Swims: Organized evening lap sessions under the open sky allow advanced swimmers and teenagers to build stamina and practice discipline.

Beyond the Main Attraction: The pool sits directly inside Kingsteignton near Newton Abbot. After an energetic swimming lesson or a high-energy fun swim, families can enjoy local parks, explore nearby walking paths, or visit the indoor play options like Bear Feet Playcentre located just a short drive away in Newton Abbot.

Facilities

  • Toilets and Changing Infrastructure: Safe toilets and hot indoor shower facilities are fully accessible inside the main changing block.
  • Online Booking System: The pool utilizes an efficient online platform via Bookwhen, allowing parents to secure slots and join waiting lists ahead of busy days.
  • On-Site Reception Desk: Staffed by local teams to manage entry vouchers, pass redemptions, and physical turnstiles on open days.
  • Local Street Parking: Convenient neighborhood parking options are located within a short walking distance of the main Meadowcroft Drive entrance gates.

What to see

What Visitors Love

  • Idyllic Summer Atmosphere: Parents and staff frequently highlight how wonderful the facility feels on sunny days, describing it as an idyllic asset for the local community.
  • Exceptional Water Quality: Families praise the venue for maintaining clear, warm, and highly monitored pool water, making it comfortable for young children.
  • Great Lifeguard Vigilance: Visitors appreciate the hard work of the qualified lifeguards who maintain a watchful eye and ensure safe behavior during busy fun swims.

What Visitors Don't Like

  • Strict Capacity Restrictions: During peak heatwaves, walk-ins face strict limits, meaning those who do not use the online system risk missing out.
  • Seasonal Limitations: The pool operates strictly as a summer venue, closing down completely from October through March.

Pro-Tips

  • Pre-Book for Hot Days: On hot sunny days, the pool reaches maximum safety capacity very quickly. It is highly recommended to book fun sessions online in advance to avoid being turned away at the door.
  • Flexible Multi-Person Passes: The multi-swim ticket bundles (such as the 10-swim or 25-swim passes) can be shared among multiple family members or friends during a single visit.
  • Strict Weather Awareness: Because this is an open-air seasonal venue operating from April to September, checking the local daily forecast before heading out ensures a comfortable outdoor experience.

Price

Price: Paid

Price Details

  • Adult Swim: £6.50
  • Child Swim (Aged 3-15): £4.00
  • Spectators: £2.50
  • Child Swim (Under 3): Free
  • Family Swim (2 Adults & 2 Children 3-15 or 1 Adult & 3 Children 3-15): £19.00
  • Aqua-Circuits/Aqua-Zumba: £8.00 per person
  • Sound Baths: £20.00 per person (or £15.00 poolside)
  • Whole Pool Hire 17.45 – 19.15 (1.5h) for up to 35 attendees: £165.00
  • Whole Pool Hire 17.45 – 19.15 (1.5h) for up to 70 attendees: £190.00
  • Whole Pool Hire 17.45 – 19.45 (2h) for up to 35 attendees: £200.00
  • Whole Pool Hire 17.45 – 19.45 (2h) for up to 70 attendees: £325.00
  • Block Tickets - 10 Child Swims: £36.00
  • Block Tickets - 25 Child Swims: £87.50
  • Block Tickets - 10 Adult Swims: £60.00
  • Block Tickets - 25 Adult Swims: £137.00
  • Block Tickets - 50 Adult Swims: £250.00
  • Block Tickets - 10 Aqua exercise classes (can be used for both Aqua Circuits and Aqua Zumba): £75.00

Pricing URL: https://www.kingsteigntonswimmingpool.org.uk/prices/

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: Yes

Birthday Party Details

Kingsteignton Swimming Pool offers specialized private hire opportunities for local families, youth clubs, and community groups. These slots allow exclusive access to the 25-metre heated outdoor tank, making them a popular choice for memorable summer birthday celebrations.

Group Booking Info: Private pool hire spaces are highly sought after during the summer months and must be arranged well in advance. To enquire about current availability, email the volunteer committee directly at [email protected].

  • Seasonal Operation: Open daily from April to September inclusive.
  • Weekly Session Rotations: Morning slots generally kick off around 06:30am or 09:00am for Lane Swims and Gentle Adult/Toddler sessions.
  • Afternoon & Evening Blocks: School swimming lessons dominate mid-day slots during term time, followed by public general swims, fitness sessions, and twilight lane swims stretching into the evening.

Note: Exact daily session timetables vary by week and can be tracked accurately on the live booking calendar.

 

Address: Meadowcroft Drive, Kingsteignton, Devon, TQ12 3PB, England

Post Code: TQ12 3PB

Council: Teignbridge

County: Devon

  • By Bus: Regular local bus routes connect Newton Abbot town centre to Kingsteignton, with drop-off points located along Broadway Road and nearby residential avenues.
  • By Train: The nearest major transport link is Newton Abbot Train Station. From the station, the pool is a short taxi ride or a straightforward bike journey into the neighborhood.
  • By Car & Access: Situated on Meadowcroft Drive in Kingsteignton (TQ12 3PB). Drivers can make use of standard local street parking before walking through the clearly marked pedestrian entrance gates.

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