Constructed at a cost of £850, the open-air swimming baths in Aberdare Park opened in June 1902 and were operated by Aberdare Urban District Council.

The open air pool in the district, it remained open until the 1980s after which a new indoor pool meant the old open air one was used less and less.

The pool was demolished and filled in.


NameAberdare Park Open Air Pool
Built1902
OpenedJune 1902
Cost £850
Dimensions
Water volume
Depth
Diving
Water type
Second pool
Designer
AddressAberdare Park, Glan Road, Aberdare, Rhondda Cyon Taf, Wales, CF44 8BW
Date closed
StatusClosed 1980’s then demolished and grassed over
NotesThis is not the same pool as “Rock Baths” in Aberdare.
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Last updated28th August 2024

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