Axminster’s Community Swimming Pool
Accessible, affordable, and open to all — with sessions for families, fitness, learning, and rehab.
Established in 1998
Welcome to the Flamingo Pool
We’re a not-for-profit, community-run pool based in the heart of Axminster. Since 1998, we’ve helped over 40,000 annual visitors stay active, recover from injuries, learn to swim, and connect with others through inclusive, water-based activities.
Whether you’re swimming for fitness, building water confidence, joining a class, or accessing vital hydrotherapy, everyone is welcome here – regardless of age, ability, or background.
Flamingo Pool is more than just a pool – it’s a space for physical wellbeing, social connection, and lifelong skills. As a registered charity, every visit and donation helps keep our doors open and our community supported.
Activities and classes
There’s something for everyone at Flamingo Pool. From early learners to fitness swimmers and those seeking therapeutic support, our sessions are designed for all ages and abilities. We offer a wide range of activities and facilities, including:
General Swimming
Enjoy relaxed, accessible swim sessions for all ages and abilities throughout the week.
Children’s Lessons
Build confidence and skills with structured swimming lessons led by qualified instructors.
Aqua Gym
Low-impact fitness sessions that blend cardio and strength in a supportive pool setting.
Water Babies
Fun, gentle water sessions to help babies bond, float, and feel confident in the pool.
GP Referral
Specialist sessions designed to support recovery, mobility, and overall wellbeing.
Private Hire
Book the pool for birthdays, clubs, or groups — perfect for private use and events.
Lifeguard Courses
Train with us and gain a nationally recognised qualification in swim safety.
Inflatable Fun
High-energy sessions with our giant pool inflatable — perfect for school holidays.
Sponsor a Tile
Our hydrotherapy pool has supported thousands of local people – now it needs your support.
After 26 years of continuous use, Flamingo Pool’s hydrotherapy pool is in urgent need of resurfacing. From injury rehab and chronic pain relief to gentle exercise and mental wellbeing, this warm-water pool is a lifeline for so many in our community.
We’re launching a Crowdfunder campaign to raise £30,000 to carry out essential repair works and keep this vital facility open and accessible to all.
Whether you can give £10 or £100, every donation brings us closer to our goal.