Shirley Swimming Pool is a privately owned, public swimming pool, originally built in 1974 as a dedicated teaching centre. The two pool site offers lessons for every age and ability, starting from 6 weeks old. The pool was rebuilt in 2009 with new changing rooms, reception and modern water treatment. The main 25 metre pool is available for general swimming and adult lane swimming, whilst the small hot pool is available for public swimming between lessons. The pool is open to everyone, for both lessons and general swimming, throughout the year.
The swimming pool is praised for its friendly staff, excellent organisation, and cleanliness of the facilities, with many reviewers commending the swimming lessons and progress their children have made.
Some reviewers mention issues with cleanliness, including the baby pool being dirty and the ladies' changing room being flooded and filthy, as well as a problem with wearing a full-face snorkel mask during lane swimming.