Tinside Lido is a Grade 2 listed open air sea water lido, so wetsuit style costumes are best for the small ones.

Food is allowed into the complex, i.e.

picnics, but glass bottles and alcohol aren't allowed. There are vending machines with sweets and drinks and limited poolside catering.

While the Lido has been restored as closely as possible to its original form, the operation has changed slightly. You no longer need to wear swim hats! In line with modern practice, there is now one mixed changing room with cubicles so families can change together. The former male changing rooms on the first floor are to be converted into a restaurant.

The original water features have been restored with some modifications. The central fountain has a mushroom effect as well as a jet. The two edge fountains are smaller with water coming from a round grille.

Items available to buy from reception include goggles, armbands, swim rings, baby nappies and sun cream. There are vending machines with sweets and drinks and limited poolside catering.

There are qualified lifeguards on duty at all times who are also trained in first aid. There is very little shade on poolside so it is advisable to bring sunscreen and hats.

If you've had fun on your family day out to Tinside Lido, tell us about it your visit, so other people will know it's a great place to go as well.

http://www.plymouth.gov.uk/homepage/leisureandtourism/sportandrecreation/swimmingpools/outdoorswimmingpools/tinsidelido.htm