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Hedge End Paddling Pool
A seasonal under-12s paddling option at St John’s Recreation Ground.
- Where
- St John’s Recreation Ground, Hedge End
About this outing
Currently CLOSED for the season. The council normally opens the pool mid/late May to September, 10:00–18:00 daily, subject to maintenance closures. Under-12s only. Dogs, fires and barbecues are not permitted. Use free village-centre parking beside Greta Park, SO30 4DY, accessed via Wildern Lane; the nearby Social Club car park charges. Check the council before planning a visit.
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