Helmsley Open Air Swimming Pool, around 30 minutes' drive from York, is Yorkshire's only 25m heated open air pool, set in the heart of the North York Moors National Park. 

Helmsley Open Air Swimming Pool | Outdoor Pool near York

• Opening Hours: Visit the website for the seasonal timetable
• Location: Baxton's Sprunt, Helmsley, YO62 5HT - around 30 minutes' drive from York
• Suitable for: All ages
• Booking: Book online in advance
• Website: https://www.helmsleyopenairpool.org
• Contact: 01439 326008 | helmsleypool@outlook.com

Tucked into the countryside on the edge of the North York Moors National Park, Helmsley Open Air Swimming Pool is a genuine rarity - Yorkshire's only 25 metre heated open air pool. Run as a charity, it's known for its relaxed, holiday-style atmosphere, with swimmers enjoying open sky above the water and grassy hills and sheep in the backdrop.

The pool welcomes families, regular swimmers and visiting groups alike, with friendly lifeguards on poolside, changing rooms and toilets inside, and outdoor showers. Drinks and ice lollies are available to buy on site, making it an easy spot to settle in for an afternoon rather than just a quick dip.

Beyond general swimming sessions, the pool also hosts events throughout the year, including triathlons and aqualthons, and is available for private hire in one or two hour slots.

Good to Know

• Changing rooms and toilets are located inside, with outdoor showers also available
• Refreshments including drinks and ice lollies can be bought on site
• The pool is heated, making it suitable for swimming even on cooler days
• Spectator entry is only payable on the door

Photo credit: https://www.helmsleyopenairpool.org