Havre des Pas Bathing Pool
Havre des Pas Bathing Pool, St Helier, Jersey, JE2 4UL
Rating: 4.5 ★ (166 ratings)
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Havre Des Pas Bathing Pool is an iconic outdoor swimming facility on the island of Jersey, originally constructed by The Jersey Swimming Club and opened in 1895. This tidal pool fills with fresh seawater with each high tide and features well-maintained swimming areas, including a shallower children's pool and a central platform for jumping and diving. The surrounding art deco-style boardwalks, cafes, and restaurants offer stunning coastal views, making it a popular destination for locals and tourists alike for swimming, sunbathing, and relaxation.
The facility is a hub of activity, hosting events like water polo and the annual Christmas Day swim. While generally a safe and inviting environment, the children's pool can be fully covered during high tides, so visitors with young children may want to check tide times in advance. The area is steeped in local character and provides amenities to ensure a comfortable experience, though it's noted as not being wheelchair or pushchair friendly.
Comments
Better maintenance needs to happen too, often the steps into the water are very slippery and even with the hand rail pose a threat to injury.
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