The Bedford Outdoor Pool will open from July 1 to August 31, 2025. Please note: the pool will be closed to the public on Sunday, July 13, 2025
The Bedford Outdoor Pool is located on Shore Drive in Bedford. This outdoor pool has two separate pool areas and a variety of play features providing swimming opportunities for all ages. The Bedford Outdoor pool offers a variety of activities such as lane swimming, swimming lessons & open swims.
Contact
Phone: 902.490.4682
Bedford Outdoor Pool Schedule
| Time | Large Pool | Small Pool |
|---|---|---|
| Time | Large Pool | Small Pool |
| 11:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. | Lane Swim | Tot Swim |
| 1:00 p.m. - 2:15 p.m. | Open Swim | Open Swim |
| 2:30 p.m. - 3:45 p.m. | Open Swim | Open Swim |
| 7:15 p.m. - 8:15 p.m. | Open Swim | Open Swim |
| Time | Large Pool | Small Pool |
|---|---|---|
| Time | Large Pool | Small Pool |
| 11:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. | Lane Swim | Tot Swim |
| 1:00 p.m. - 2:15 p.m. | Open Swim | Open Swim |
| 2:30 p.m. - 3:45 p.m. | Open Swim | Open Swim |
| 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. | - | Tot Swim |
| Time | Large Pool | Small Pool |
|---|---|---|
| Time | Large Pool | Small Pool |
| 10:00 am. - 11:45 a.m. | Lane Swim | Tot Swim |
| 12:00 p.m. - 1:15 p.m. | Open Swim | Open Swim |
| 1:30 p.m. - 2:45 p.m. | Open Swim | Open Swim |
| 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. | Lane Swim | Tot Swim |
| 4:15 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. | Open Swim | Open Swim |
| 5:45 p.m. - 6:45 p.m. | Lane Swim | Tot Swim |
Memberships & Drop-in Fees
The Bedford Outdoor pool offers seasonal memberships for adults, seniors, youth and households (2 adults + children 18 & under, living at the same address). Memberships are now available from following locations:
- Lebrun Recreation Centre (36 Holland Avenue, Bedford)
- Bedford-Hammonds Plains Community Centre (202 Innovation Drive, Bedford)
- Sackville Sports Stadium (409 Glendale Drive, Lower Sackville)
- Cole Harbour Place (51 Forest Hills Parkway, Dartmouth)
- Findlay Community Centre (26 Elliot Street, Dartmouth)
- Needham Community Centre (3372 Devonshire Avenue, Halifax)
- Captain William Spry Community Centre (16 Sussex Street, Halifax)
Swim Fees: $2 (tax included) per person per swim. Payment for open swims and lane swims will be taken directly at the pool via cash, credit, or debit. Pre-booking swims is NOT required.
- What do they include?
Memberships, 1 visit Facility Pass, & 10 visit facility pass include access to the pool, when available.
1 visit pool pass includes both Aquafit and Lane Swimming.
1 visit open swim pass includes open swims and Parent & Tot.
- How much does it cost?
The fees listed below are effective April 1, 2025.
(Please note: tax will be added to all prices listed below)
Youth Rates: $55.71 - Individuals up to & including 18 years of age.
Adult Rates: $74.28 - Individuals 19 to 54 years of age.
Senior Rates: $55.71 - Individuals 55 years of age or older.
Household Rates: $148.57 - 2 adults + all children 18 & under, living at the same address
Swimming Lessons
- For more information about the Bedford Outdoor Pool and the municipality’s aquatics programming, visit our website.
- In season, to register for swimming lessons visit our website or call our registration line at 902. 490.6666. All lessons must be pre-booked
- Please note registration for swimming lessons is not available onsite at the Bedford Outdoor Pool ; registrations can be completed online or in person at the Lebrun Recreation Centre (36 Holland Avenue, Bedford) between 8:30 a.m. -4:00 p.m. Monday -Friday
- For specific questions regarding swimming lessons please contact the pool directly at 902.490.4682. Please note: this line is only monitored during open hours between the dates of July 1 and August 31. Any questions leading up to July 1 can be directed to the registration line 902.490.6666.
Activity Bookings
Booking in advance will NOT be required for summer 2025.
Changerooms
Changerooms will be available this summer, including on-deck showers.
Rentals
Outdoor Pools no longer offer private pool rentals. Groups are welcome to attend public swims. Please come early to secure your spot.
Ratios & Age Guidelines
- Pool Ratios
1 adult for every 3 children under the age of 8.
- Age Guidelines
Children 7 and under
Children 7 years old or younger must have a parent or guardian (18 years or older) within arms reach at all times, to a maximum of 3 children per adult.
Children between 8 and 11
Children between the ages of 8 and 11 must have a parent or guardian (18 years or older), at the facility, in case of an emergency.
Youth 12 - 17
Youth between the ages of 12 and 17 can use the facility on their own, but cannot act as a guardian for children 11 and under.