


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 |
Built / opened | May 1931 |
Cost | £13,000 |
Dimensions | 165′ x 90′ |
Water volume | 520,000 gallons |
Water type | |
Depth(s) | 8′ 6″ |
Diving boards | |
Changing facilities | |
Second pool | N/A |
Spectator seating | |
Designer | R A Lay |
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 |







