A 1930’s pool in Barking Park. Left derelict for many years but eventually filled in and the pool area converted to a childrens splash park. Current images suggest parts of the original buildings were retained and two aerators appear to remain.
| Name | Barking Open Air Pool Longbridge Road, Barking, IG11 8SS |
| Coordinates | 51°32’47.8″N 0°05’15.8″E |
| Opened | May 1931 |
| Cost | £13,000 |
| Dimensions | 165′ x 90′ |
| Capacity UK gallons | 520,000 |
| Water type | |
| Depth(s) | 8′ 6″ |
| Diving | |
| Changing facilities | |
| Second pool | N/A |
| Spectator seating | |
| Designers and contractors | R A Lay – architect |
| Date closed | 1988 |
| Status | Buildings extensively refurbished and tank filled in |
| On site now | Splash park from 2012 |
| Links | Watch The Opening of Barking Swimming Pool online – BFI Player |
| Last updated | 25th April 2026 |
