Friends of Bingley Pool

28/08/2026

We emailed Anna Dixon earlier this month to ask for her support in seeking funding for Bingley Pool. We're very happy with this response, just as we're happy with the current Council leadership's decision to pause the disposal of Bingley Pool. Next step for us all: cancel that disposal status altogether and get this funding into the project. This is a win-win for everyone involved, and a project that is backed by all parties and the community at large.

𝐅𝐮𝐧𝐝 𝐁𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐞𝐲 𝐏𝐨𝐨𝐥 𝐧𝐨𝐰.

Bradford Council just freed up in the region of £14.6 million after cancelling the Squire Lane scheme. I've told the Council, in no uncertain terms, that this money should be going towards a new pool for Bingley.

The redevelopment of Bingley Pool has overwhelming local support, would bring clear public health benefits and help to fill the well-documented shortfall in swimming provision in our area.

Full letter below. 🏊👇

21/08/2026

VOLUNTEER CALLOUT

We've got the attention of Bradford Council, and now we need to press home our case. Any time you can give would be much appreciated. We're looking for volunteers with the following skills and experience:

🏊Project Management
🏊🏻‍♂️Business Planning
🏊🏼‍♂️Social media and communications
🏊🏿‍♀️Charity governance

If you're interested, drop us a message or email at [email protected]. You can find out more about our campaign on our website:

https://savebingleypool.wordpress.com/2026/08/07/campaign-update-august-2026/

17/08/2026

Last week we spoke to BBC Look North about primary school swimming statistics in our district, and yesterday the writeup was posted. Unlike the TV piece, the article makes very clear that Bingley Life Saving Club have to meet at Ilkley because of the closure of Bingley Pool.

Bradford is in desperate need of more swimming space, with pool provision only meeting 41% of recommended water space per person. A re-opened Bingley Pool, accessible to schools in the very centre of town, would be a key piece in solving that puzzle.

Parents in Bradford call for better swimming provision after research highlights a skills gap.

13/08/2026

Interested in our campaign? Read our latest Campaign Update to find out what's going on at Bingley Pool. Featuring:

🏊Motion passes at Bradford Council backing the strategic case for Bingley Pool
🏊🏻‍♀️Motion also requires new surveys and formation of a Project Board with community membership
🏊🏿‍♂️Disposal of Bingley Pool paused – no sale in 2026
🏊🏽‍♂️Squire Lane leisure centre cancelled – what does this mean for Bingley Pool?

https://savebingleypool.wordpress.com/2026/08/07/campaign-update-august-2026/

11/08/2026

Check us out on BBC Look North tonight, 6.30pm. We were asked to comment on the BBC's report, released today, on lowering rates of swimming proficiency in primary schools.

19/06/2026

We would like to thank everyone who took part or supported the Park Run Takeover last Saturday. We were genuinely humbled by how many people - families, groups, kids and dogs - turned up to support us. Lots of people dressed up, ran or walked and made it a great event. We also had a lot of people signing the petition and asking about our progress. We are sure this will help us to prove that there is a genuine "need and demand" for swimming in Bingley, as BMDC have requested us to do.

Well done to Poppy who designed our T Shirt poster!

Special thanks go to:

Sarah Jones and Blake for organising the event
Bingley Harriers for partnering with us
Bingley Music Town
Park Run organisers
Bingley Camera Club
Alan Cattell - look out for his article in the
T and A on Wednesday!

12/06/2026

🏃‍♀️ PARKRUN EVENT - THIS WEEKEND! 🏃‍♀️

Myrtle Parkrun is being taken over by Friends of Bingley Pool to raise awareness of their campaign to Save Bingley Pool.

📅 Saturday 13th June
⏰ 9am
🏊‍♀️ Fancy Dress Optional

Bingley Pool reopening would be amazing for the schools of Bingley who currently spend a small fortune every year travelling to Shipley Pool or Keighley Leisure Centre in order to provide a swimming curriculum.

More details on the Save Bingley Pool Campaign can be found here -
🧑‍💻https://savebingleypool.wordpress.com
👩‍💻Friends of Bingley Pool



Friends of Bingley Pool Myrtle parkrun Bingley Town Council Bingley Harriers Sports Club

10/06/2026

FOBP & Bingley Harriers are taking over the Park Run this Saturday, 13th June. Come along and walk, Run or just support us and our campaign to SAVE BINGLEY POOL.
We will have a stand at the bandstand for you to come and chat to our trustees and supporters about recent positive developments and see some of the entries for our Schools Art Competition. See you there!

Thanks to Bingley Town Council for the support with this.

10/06/2026

Please come along - more volunteers would be great!

03/06/2026

Published Today - Our Plan to Reopen Bingley Pool

https://savebingleypool.wordpress.com/2026/06/03/published-today-our-plan-for-bingley-pool/

The document builds on everything that we’ve learned over the years about the political, economic, and strategic case for the pool.

It will be presented to district councillors at a meeting of the Bingley Town Council Project Working Group, this Thursday 4th June, 6.30pm. The meeting is open to the public and will be held at the Town Council Hub, Myrtle Place.

If you want to know how swimming can be brought back to Bingley, head to our website to read the plan in full or take in the highlights.

Thanks for all your support!

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