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Devon is just swimming with great pools, water parks and lidos - some open just for the summer; others available all year round.

We all know that splashing around in a swimming pool is a great way to get fit, cool off and have fun.

Luckily, whether you’re a super-focused lane swimmer or a shallow-end paddler, there’s a Devon swimming pool to suit your style.

There are snazzy waterparks with flumes and wave machines; sea-fed natural pools enjoyed since Victorian times; and free lidos galore for when the sun comes out.

Make sure you check swimming pool timetables before leaving and be aware that most outdoor pools are shut during inclement weather.

So if you're stuck for ideas and want a cheap and fun day out, here's our expert guide to the best swimming pools, water parks and lidos in Devon. They're simply to dive for.

Topsham Pool, Exeter (April to September)

Located just off Topsham High Street next to the fire station, this beautiful heated 25m outdoor swimming pool is pretty easy to find and open for general swimming seven days a week, from 10am to 7pm.

Prices: Adults £4, Children £3

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Ashburton Pool (May to September)

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This heated 21 x 9m outdoor pool is open for general swimming seven days a week, from 2pm to 6pm. It was built in 1924 as part of the Golden Lion Hotel before being taken over by the council as a public pool. There is a field for picnics and games next to the pool and a small cafe.

Prices: Adults £4.50, Children £2.50

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Splashdown Quaywest, Paignton

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Situated on the seafront at Goodrington Sands, the UK's biggest outdoor waterpark boasts eight water slides, small splash pools for youngsters, a swimming pool and some of the English Riviera's most spectacular views.

Prices: £16 for an all-day fluming session - concessions available.

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Waves Leisure Pool, Torquay

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With a unique sloping floor, heated water, flume, wave machine and lifeguards on duty at all times, this pool in the Riviera International Centre boasts activities for all ages and is open seven days a week for general swimming, from 9am to 4pm.

Prices: Adults £4.80, Children £3.80

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Shoalstone Pool, Brixham (May to September)

This 53m sea-water swimming pool is built into a natural rock pool that has been popular for bathing since Victorian times. It is open for general swimming seven days a week, with lifeguards on duty from 10am to 6pm.

Prices: There is no entry charge, but they ask for a voluntary donation of £2 per swim or £5 per family to help cover running costs.

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Chagford Pool, Newton Abbot (May to September)

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This community-run open-air river-fed public pool on the banks of the Teign is heated with air-source heat pumps supplemented by PV solar panels, which power the hot showers, lights and tea shed. It is open for general swimming seven days a week, from 2pm to 5.45pm.

Prices: Adults £4, Children £2

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Finlake Falls, Newton Abbot

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Entered via a beached entrance, enjoy a 20m heated indoor pool with rides and flumes for all ages, or try the children’s water playground complete with mini slides, play equipment and water fountains.

Prices: Adult day pass £15, Children day pass £10

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Teignmouth Lido (May to September)

Just a short walk from the train station and near the seafront, this heated 25m outdoor pool is open for general swimming seven days a week from 11am to 6-7pm. There's always at least one qualified lifeguard on duty, and you can refuel at the on-site refreshment kiosk.

Prices: Adults £4.90, Children £2.60

Flamingo Pool, Axminster

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This eco-friendly 25m heated pool and 6m hydrotherapy pool are disinfected by UV light so the level of chlorine is a third of a normal pool. They are open seven days a week for general swimming, from around 8am to around 8pm - classes and clubs permitting.

Prices: Adults £4.70, Children £3.20

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Admiral Swimming Centre, Brixham

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Run by the Brixham Amateur Swimming & Life Saving Society since the 1970s, this recently-renovated 25m indoor heated pool with newly-extended viewing saloon, is open seven days a week for general swimming from 9-10am to 5-6pm.

Prices: Adults £4.20 per hour, Children £3.70 per hour

Mount Wise Swimming Pools, Plymouth (May to September)

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One of the best outdoor swimming-pool complexes in the country, there's a 25-foot main pool plus a small paddling pool, and a separate fun-packed activity pool, with fountains, stepping stones, whirl pool and bubble pool.

Prices: Free

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Kingsteignton Swimming Pool, Newton Abbot (April to September)

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Community run with qualified lifeguards available throughout the day, this 25m heated outdoor pool and heated toddler pool is open for fun sessions seven days a week, from around 2pm to around 5pm, alongside a whole host of term time and holiday time sessions.

Prices: Adults £4.50, Children £3

Buckfastleigh Open Air Pool (May to September)

This 21m heated open-air pool in Victoria Park provides a safe and fun swimming environment for people of all ages, as well as a tuck shop and sun deck. It's open for general swimming seven days a week from 2pm to 4.30-6pm.

Prices: Adults £4, Children £2.85

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Moretonhampstead Community Swimming Pool (May to September)

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Located behind the Court Street free car park, this community-run open-air 25m heated swimming pool is open for general swimming seven days a week, from around 2pm to around 6pm, and offers a grassed social area as well as hot and cold refreshments.

Prices: Adults £4, Children £3

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Chudleigh Swimming Pool (April to September)

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Situated at Chudleigh Primary School, this community-run heated outdoor pool with family facilities is available for general swimming seven days a week from 2pm to 5pm during the school holidays, and at weekends, 2pm to 5pm, during term time.

Prices: Adults £4.50, Children £3

Victoria Park Pool, Bideford (May to September)

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This is a lovely family park with something for all ages, including a variety of recreational facilities, a children's play area, skateboard park and open-air paddling pool, which is only open during the summer.

Prices: Free

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Torbay Leisure Centre, Paignton

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Situated just by Goodrington Sands Beach, this large 25m pool offers general swimming seven days a week from around 9am to around 6.30pm, as well as various classes and fun inflatable sessions. There's also a cafe-bar available on the ground floor.

Prices: Adults £4.20, Children, £3.20

Tinside Lido, Plymouth (May to September)

Overlooking the sea in Plymouth harbour, this Grade II listed art-deco outdoor pool is consistently voted in the top 10 of Europe. It's open seven days a week from 10-12am to 6pm during term time, and 10am to 6-7.30pm during school holidays.

Prices: Adults £5, Children £4

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Westward Ho! Rock Sea Pool, Bideford

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This historic Atlantic sea-water tidal swimming pool is built into the rocks on the beach and has been popular for bathing since Victorian times. The beach has a lifeguard in attendance from May to September. Check tide times before leaving, though, as it all disappears for two hours at high tide.

Prices: Free

Bovey Tracey Swimming Pool (April to September)

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Run by a registered charity with a dedicated group of volunteers, this 25m open-air heated pool and heated toddler pool is open seven days a week for general swimming between 2.15pm and 6pm, and has an adjoining park, snack kiosk and spectator terrace.

Prices: Adults £3.80, Children £2.80

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Cornwall House Outdoor Pool, Exeter (April to September)

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Based on the University of Exeter's Streatham Campus, this 25m heated pool, set beside a grass and patio area, is available to the whole community seven days a week for general swimming, from 10am to 6-7.30pm.

Prices: Adults £4, Children, £3

Clyst Hydon Swimming Pool, Cullompton (May to August)

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This community-run outdoor pool is unheated but boasts a small water slide, benches and picnic tables, and a grassy area. It's open seven days a week from 2.30pm to 7pm - but note there are no lifeguards on duty.

Prices: Free