Templemore Baths
Tuesday: 08:00 - 22:00
Wednesday: 08:00 - 22:00
Thursday: 08:00 - 22:00
Friday: 08:00 - 22:00
Saturday: 08:00 - 16:00
Sunday: -
About Templemore Baths
Opened in the late 1800's Templemore Baths has served the East Belfast Community for over five generations. The Baths still operate today as a swimming pool and gym. 50% of the building is however derelict but there are ambitious plans for restoration.
Templemore Baths Description
In the shadow of Samson and Goliath sits one of East Belfast’s gems of Victorian architecture.
Templemore Avenue Public Baths and Swimming Pools were built as one of four public baths in the City during the late 1800’s.
In the highly industrialised area of East Belfast the baths were primarily intended to meet hygiene and public sanitary needs of the community where occupants of surrounding small terraced houses did not necessarily have the benefit of personal washing and bathing facilities.
Opened in 1893 the baths and pools have served over five generations representing thousands of people in the community. Many famous East Belfast men and women have passed through its doors.
Men from the shipyard who worked on the Titanic, along with men and women from the Sirocco and Mills came for their Friday evening bath before going to the dance halls. Both actor James Ellis and soccer star George Best also used the pools.
It would not be inaccurate to say that almost everyone born and raised in East Belfast during the latter half of the twentieth century knew of and likely used Templemore.
Now known as Templemore Swim & Fitness Centre the building was saved from closure in the early 1980’s by a voluntary committee.
One of the 25 yard pools is still in operation. In addition the Centre also has a fully equipped gym, sauna and steam room.
In partnership with Belfast City Council and one of its major users, Templemore Aquatics Sports Club, the Committee has ambitions plans for the Centre.
These plans require a significant injection of funding. If successful the Centre will renovate into one of the most important buildings in terms of heritage, leisure & community in the whole of Belfast.
If you would like to be kept up to date on developments, become involved or would like more details on our facilities for your own leisure use please either email info@templemorebaths.org. uk or telephone the Centre on 90457540
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Have a read at this for inspiration and if you fancy a go at triathlon...our Templemore Club is open to all ages and abilities... - https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/get-inspired/ 46784144
Please see our arrangements for the Christmas Period attached. Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year
Many thanks to all those that organised, took part and provided food for our gala in memory of Jim Mahood and in aid of Chest Heart & Stroke. A great night had by all. The total raised so far is £995. If you would like to make a donation to top this up we will be glad to receive it in the Centre up to next Friday 30th. Thanks again
Calling all friends and users of Templemore. We are running an open gala for adults this Thursday in memory of Jim Mahood (Sharon's Dad) with all funds going to Chest Heart & Stroke. If you can come along and/or give a donation that would be great. Many thanks
The triathlon guys successfully completed their cycle ride which in addition to the coffee morning raised money for young Hollie Massey. News on the fundraising effort by everyone to help this girl broke on belfast live... And it is fantastic... Thanks to everyone who helped in any way... https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fb id=1504660949678897&id=5267120108071 34
Thanks to the helpers and those who bought a cuppa and/or donated this morning raising a few quid for Hollie. Just the matter of a 150 mile cycle next week. If you know anyone who would like to donate - www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/cycleforh ollie
Many congrats to Jennifer Hamilton, one of the Templemore Triathletes, who has been selected to run for Northern Ireland in the British & Irish Masters Cross Country International in Swansea on 17th November. In the NI trials she came first in her age category. Well done Jennifer and we will be shouting you on from this side of the Irish Sea
Some members of Templemore Triathlon Club are taking part in a sponsored cycle on 27th October to raise funds for Hollie Massey. If you would like to donate the Club would be very grateful. Many thanks (please share) https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/c ycleforhollie
Templemore Triathlon Club have announced their winter league series. Why not have a go? Contact Alison for more info...
One of our teachers Jonny Proctor has created this fantastic architectural art of the Baths. They cost £10 each. Should you be interested you can email jonathanproctor@email.com or speak to him in the Centre
Please note that there will be no adult swim at 5pm - 6pm this Wednesday (5th) or next Wednesday (12th) as we are facilitating a request from a School. Apologies for any inconvenience
Any plans for Saturday? Why not consider being part of a Guinness World Record Attempt? 3,000 people (at least) are needed to pre-register and muster at Titanic this Saturday at 10am to form the World's Largest Human Poppy. Pre-register at poppyworldrecord@gmail.com. Please share...
And a couple of the hospital beside the Baths (copyright Philip McAlpine)
If you fancy a trip down memory lane have a look at www.belfast35mm.co.uk. A brilliant website of photos taken in the 1970/80s showing (mainly) East Belfast before a lot of the redevelopment work was carried out. There is one shot of Templemore (copyright Philip McAlpine) that has a slightly different perspective in that it shows the former gate lodge into the Hospital (the gate lodge latterly being an ambulance station) with the Baths in behind. If you have any photos of Templemore or memorabilia we are always very happy to show/receive it.
Additional swim times Monday 30th July through to Friday 31st August attached
Additional Swim Times 18th to 28th July attached
Correction to previous post. Templemore will not re-open until 8am Wednesday 18th July. Apologies for any inconvenience
More about Templemore Baths
Tuesday: 08:00 - 22:00
Wednesday: 08:00 - 22:00
Thursday: 08:00 - 22:00
Friday: 08:00 - 22:00
Saturday: 08:00 - 16:00
Sunday: -