June 16, 2009
Did you Know that Richmond has Free City Swimming Pools? All pools open June 17th
I think it is pretty cool that the City runs swimming pools free of charge to residents. When I was in college, living in the Fan, I spent many a hot day with my roommates at the Randolph pool that we could walk to. How many cities can claim that their kids and poor college students can swim for free all summer long?
For the Near West End the closest pool is Randolph Pool (Westend) I should note here that they are calling Randolph the “Westend” not me. Randolph is just south of the Fan, between the River and 195.
1401 Grayland Ave. (804) 646-1329
Summer Pool Schedule
Outdoor pools are open from June 17th through Labor Day.
Open/free swim & adult/family swim hours:
Monday – Friday, 1 – 4:30 & 5 – 8 pm
Saturday, 12 – 5 pm
Sunday, 1 – 5 pm and
Holidays, 1 – 5 pm
So they are just for City of Richmond residents?
Alison, actually, I just called and they said it is free to the public! So, go have some fun at the pool! You don’t have to be a city resident.
Also, FYI, if you have little ones, the WaterPlay area at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden is another great option. A family membership for 2 adults and up to 6 kids is $85 for the year, and it is perfect for kids who aren’t swimming yet. I should mention in the interest of full disclosure that I work there.