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Brockwell Lido PLA01_03_0262
Filename: PLA01_03_0262.jpg
Size: 3000 x 2076 (5.2MB)
Date: 4th October 2022
Source: Historic England
Credit: © His toric England Archive.s im
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Brockwell Lido PLA01_03_0262
Brockwell Lido, Dulwich Road, Brockwell Park, Lambeth, Greater London. The swimming pool at Brockwell Lido in Brockwell Park, seen from the north end with sunbathers in the foreground and a lifeguard watching over swimmers in the pool.
The Brockwell Lido opened in July 1937. It was designed by Harry Rowbotham and T L Smithson in a Modernist style for London County Council (LCC). The lido is one of four surviving outdoor pools built, funded or managed by LCC from 1906-1939. It is Grade II listed
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Media ID 26520465
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Heatwave Holiday Lido Modernist Outdoor Swimming Pool People Sport And Recreation Summer Summertime Sunny Sunshine Swimmer Sunbathe Sunbathing
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the essence of a perfect summer day at Brockwell Lido in Lambeth, Greater London. Designed by Harry Rowbotham and T L Smithson in a Modernist style for the London County Council (LCC), this outdoor swimming pool has been a beloved recreational spot since its opening in July 1937. In this image, taken from the north end of the pool, we see sunbathers enjoying the warm sunshine in the foreground while a vigilant lifeguard keeps watch over swimmers splashing around. The vibrant atmosphere is palpable as people seek respite from the heatwave and embrace all that summertime has to offer. Brockwell Lido holds historical significance as one of only four surviving outdoor pools built, funded or managed by LCC between 1906 and 1939. Its Grade II listed status further solidifies its importance as an architectural gem. As you gaze upon this photograph, you can almost feel yourself transported to that moment - feeling the sun's rays on your skin, hearing laughter echoing through the air, and experiencing pure joy amidst such picturesque surroundings. It serves as a reminder of how places like Brockwell Lido hold timeless appeal and continue to bring communities together for leisurely pursuits during those precious summer months.
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