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About Us

In 2017 forming the ‘Friends’ was something many of us had thought about for several years; as enthusiastic, even passionate, users of this historic facility, we feel privileged to have such a gem in the midst of our City. We, therefore, aim to do all we can to ensure the pool, its grounds and its facilities are nurtured, developed and utilised – not only for ourselves but for future generations. Our intention is, therefore, to work with Vivacity Management to exchange views and support their work.

Meet the Friends of Peterborough Lido 2026 Committee Members

The 2026 Committee Members are:-

Cheryl Thompson – Secretary & Vice Chair 

Jane Callaghan – Treasurer & Membership Secretary

Monica Ilett- Committee member. IT & social media admin.

Mike Henchy- Committee member.

Emily Niemc- Committee Member. 

Mike Henchy- Committee member

Kay Henson- Committee Member.

Emily Faulkner-Boyd – Committee member. 

The Friends of Peterborough Lido Committee members are elected annually at the association’s AGM.

To Join Us find the details here

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Joining the Committee

We welcome applications to join our committee from members who have relevant skills. All committee members are required to read and abide by our Code of Conduct our Social Media Guidelines and the Constitution.

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What we do:

    • Represent the views of Lido users, feeding back to the Vivacity Management Team any concerns, requirements or recommendations relating to the successful running of the Lido;

    • Support the Vivacity Management Team by undertaking activities that will

    • Develop and enhance the recreational enjoyment, financial viability and long-term sustainability of the Lido Promote its facilities within and beyond the City of Peterborough.

The Friends will NOT bear responsibility for, nor supersede the existing and overriding management responsibility of, the Vivacity Management Team.

The Friends will have the power to raise funds in order to further the objectives outlined above by:-

    • Donations.

    • Fund-raising events.

    • Sponsorship.

    • Any other legal means approved by the Committee.

 The Treasurer will hold all funds raised, in a bank account, in the name of The Friends of Peterborough Lido. All expenditures must be agreed upon in advance by the Committee.

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Slide Show and Talk

If your organisation or community group is interested in arranging for us to present the History of the Lido slideshow and a talk for you, please do get in touch by emailing:-  peterborolidofriends@gmail.com

The slide show and talk lasts approximately 60 minutes and we would need a projector and screen set up for us.

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Please feel free to approach any of the Committee Members if you wish to discuss membership of the Friends, or any issues relating to the Peterborough Lido that you would like them to be aware of. 

Volunteering

Members who are interested  in giving some time to volunteer at the lido  must comply with the PCHLL / Vivacity  Safeguarding  policy for volunteering which  includes the completion of a  basic DBS check. To  find our more  or register your interest please contact us via the online form

When swimming with friends, you make connections, enrich your life and improve your health.