Outdoor Heated Swimming Pool Hire in North Devon

Enjoy exclusive swimming pool hire at Skern Adventure Appledore

Looking for a heated outdoor swimming pool in North Devon? Our private swimming pool in Appledore, near Bideford, is available to hire for families, friends, clubs, schools, instructor-led sessions and private groups.

Whether you're planning a family swim, celebrating a special occasion, bringing your club together or running your own organised session, our heated outdoor pool offers exclusive hire in a relaxed and welcoming setting.

Every booking includes a qualified lifeguard, giving you peace of mind while you enjoy your time in the water.

Book your pool session online today or get in touch if you can't find a suitable time.

Pool hire at a glance

  • Heated outdoor swimming pool
  • Exclusive private hire
  • H17m x 7m pool
  • Uniform depth of 1.4 metres
  • Maximum of 20 swimmers
  • Qualified lifeguard included
  • Free on-site parking
  • £45 per hour
  • Located in Appledore, North Devon

Booking information

Pool sessions are typically one hour long, giving most groups plenty of time to enjoy the water. Available sessions are regularly added to our online booking system.

If you can't find a suitable date or time, we'd love to hear from you. We'll always do our best to accommodate additional bookings where possible.

Clear outdoor swimming pool with a row of colourful kayaks lined up against an orange wall on the right side.

Evening pool sessions

Evening sessions aren't routinely advertised online. However, if staffing allows and you have a specific request, we may be able to arrange an evening booking.

Evening sessions typically take place between 6:00pm/7:00pm and 9:00pm, with bookings lasting around one hour.

Perfect for a range of groups

  • Families and friends
  • Children's birthday parties
  • Swimming clubs
  • Schools and youth groups
  • Community organisations
  • Instructor-led sessions and classes
  • Fitness and wellbeing groups
  • Private celebrations
  • Any group looking for exclusive pool hire

Before you visit

Parking

Free parking is available onsite. There's usually plenty of space and, if our main car park becomes full, we can open one of our front fields for additional parking.

Changing facilities

We don't provide dedicated changing rooms or showers for public pool users. We recommend arriving ready to swim wherever possible.

 Toilets

Toilets are available if required and a member of staff will direct you to the nearest facilities. Please note that they aren't located directly beside the pool.

Lockers

We don't provide lockers, so we recommend bringing only the belongings you need for your session.

Find us

Skern Adventure Appledore
Appledore,
Bideford,
Devon
EX39 1NG

Contact

01237 475 992

Pool rules

To help everyone enjoy a safe and pleasant visit, please follow these pool rules during your session.

  • No diving.
  • Non-swimmers must speak to the lifeguard before entering the water.
  • No running or pushing around the pool.
  • No smoking or vaping in the pool area.
  • Please keep the pool area clean and tidy.
  • Leave shoes at the entrance to the pool area.
  • Please rinse off any sand before entering the pool.
  • Follow all instructions given by the lifeguard at all times.
Is the pool heated?

Yes. Our outdoor swimming pool is heated throughout the operating season, making it comfortable to enjoy in a range of weather conditions.

Can I hire the pool privately?

Yes. Every booking gives your group exclusive use of the pool during your session.

How long is a pool session?

Pool sessions are typically one hour long, giving most groups plenty of time to enjoy the pool.

Are evening sessions available?

We don't routinely advertise evening sessions online, but we may be able to arrange one on request, subject to staff availability. Evening sessions usually take place between 6:00pm/7:00pm and 9:00pm.

Who can hire the pool?

Our pool is available for families, friends, schools, swimming clubs, community groups, instructor-led sessions, fitness classes and private celebrations.

Can I hire the pool for a children's birthday party?

Absolutely! Our pool is a popular venue for children's birthday parties and group celebrations. We provide the qualified lifeguard—you provide the fun. You're welcome to bring your own pool toys, floats and inflatables.

Can instructors hire the pool to run classes?

Yes. We welcome qualified instructors and organisations wishing to hire the pool for organised sessions or classes, subject to availability. If you're interested in regular bookings, please get in touch to discuss your requirements.

Is parking available?

Yes. Free parking is available on-site. If our main car park is full, additional parking can be opened in one of our front fields.

Are there changing rooms and showers?

No. We don't have dedicated changing rooms or showers for public pool users, so we recommend arriving ready to swim where possible.

Is the pool accessible?

The pool area has level access from the car park without steps. Entry into the pool is via two ladders. We don't currently have specialist disabled access equipment or assisted pool entry facilities. If you'd like to discuss accessibility before booking, please contact us.

Can we bring our own floats and pool toys?

Yes! You're welcome to bring your own floats, inflatables and pool toys.

What if I can't find a suitable session online?

If you can't find a suitable session on our booking system, please get in touch. We'll always do our best to arrange an alternative booking where possible.

Ready to book your pool session?

Book your heated outdoor swimming pool session directly using the booking link above, or contact our team to discuss your requirements.