Gloucestershire

Cheltenham Lido Hosts Outdoor Cinema Weekend This August

By

Karen McGinn
9 March 2026, 1:32 pm

Sandford Parks Lido in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, will host a weekend of outdoor cinema on 22 August and 23 August 2026. This event offers residents a chance to watch films in the unique setting of the historic Art Deco open-air pool.

The cinema weekend is being sponsored by The Gloucester Old Spot, a local award-winning pub known for its traditional atmosphere. This partnership between the pool and the neighbourhood business aims to provide family-friendly entertainment for the community.

According to Sandford Parks Lido, the event is designed for people to enjoy the beauty of the Grade II listed site with their friends and family. The pool has been a significant landmark in the town since it first opened in 1935.

This outdoor cinema is part of a wider effort by the organisers to offer different types of activities throughout the summer. By hosting events like these, the venue hopes to attract more visitors and give people new ways to use the historic space beyond just swimming.

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