Hampton Pool

This south-facing, 36-metre open-air pool, with grassy areas for sunbathing, is open and heated to a balmy 28C all year round. Built in 1922, it was saved from closure in the 1980s by a group of local residents, who continue to take part in fundraising activities and more practical tasks including gardening and other maintenance. The group has rebranded itself as the Poolside Swim & BBQ Club and holds swimming and social sessions outside of normal pool hours - anyone is welcome to join. They also run a series of summer concerts and the line up for 2012 includes Turin Breaks (Jul 6), Bellowhead (Jul 13) and Pink Floyd tribute act Brit Floyd (Jul 7). The pool also hosts swimming lessons, water polo and a triathlon club and there's a poolside gym and fitness studio.