The campaign for Dublin City Lido developed as a grassroots movement in response to the lack of safe and secure outdoor swimming facilities and the unique opportunity offered by the amazing George’s Dock site.

WE BELIEVE SUCH A LIDO WOULD BENEFIT ALL DUBLINERS, INCLUDING LONG-ESTABLISHED COMMUNITIES.
IT WOULD ALSO ATTRACT VISITORS TO THE CITY.

Dublin City Lido, George's Dock CLG is an unfunded charity run by members of the public. We have received expert advice from architects, quantity surveyors, consultants, and engineers. The bulk of this work has been done on a pro-bono basis.

Quotes:

“Many of the great landmark facilities we enjoy today such St Stephen’s Green came to us from a pervious era. It is time for us to step up and contribute something positive for the city and its future citizens”

Patrick Earls, Campaign Founder

 “We want to ensure ongoing consultation with locals is part of any Lido development at this site – local communities must see value in this project” 

 Jane Dillon, Committee Member

“The design of the facility aims to create a truly public and accessible space, but also an ambitious and aesthetically brilliant design, with something on offer for all citizens” 

Jonathan Blayney, Committee member

“Providing a heated pool would ensure year round access for all types of swimmer, whilst still allowing the magic of outdoor swimming to challenge our senses and bring us closer to nature”

Sarah Walker, Committee Member

Timeline:

2019: DCC- proposes the redevelopment of George's Dock 

2020: The Dublin City Lido campaign was formed in response. Massive support emerges for the development of a swimming facility at Georges Dock. 

2021: DCC officially withdraws active plans.

2022: Dublin City Lido Campaign grows.

Jan 2023: Presentation to Central Area Committee councillors- proposal very positively received.

Feb 2023:  Presentation to Dublin City Council Managers- proposal heard and constructive feedback given. The committee agrees to do more extensive feasibility.

Jan 2024: The new design process started, and business care advanced.