Berkeley Pool
Handy to Berkeley’s town centre, this facility includes a 50m pool plus a toddlers’ pool.
Opening hours
6am - 7pm daily
Closed Christmas Day
Please leave the pool 15 minutes before closing.
Swimming carnivals at Berkeley Pool
Please note the following upcoming swimming carnivals at Berkeley Pool.
During these times, pool access will only be available for people attending the carnival. See our Pools page for other places you can swim while carnivals are on.
| DateDate | TimeTime | CarnivalCarnival |
|---|---|---|
| Date Wednesday 4 February 2026 | Time 8.00am - 1.30pm | CarnivalIllawarra Sports High School |
| Date Tuesday 10 February 2026 | Time 8.30am - 1.00pm | CarnivalCombined Berkeley, Berkeley West, Lake Heights and Warrawong Public Schools |
| Date Friday 20 February 2026 | Time 8.30am - 12.30pm | CarnivalSt Francis of Assisi Primary School |
Hours for full season
| Dates | Patrol hours |
|---|---|
| 27 Sept - 24 Oct 2025 | 6am - 6pm daily |
| 25 Oct 2025 - 20 Mar 2026 | 6am - 7pm daily Closed Christmas Day |
| 21 Mar - 24 Apr 2026 | 6am - 6pm daily Closed Good Friday (3 Apr) |
| 25 Apr - 31 May 2026 | Closed |
| 1 Jun - 25 Sept 2026 | Closed Reopens Sat 26 Sept 2026 |
Note: the pool may close at short notice due to changes in water or weather conditions, including nearby lightning.
Facilities
- Toilets
- Change rooms
Accessible features
- Access platform
Fees
Free entry
Location and contact
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Top tips for safe swimming
- Supervise children - maintain eye or hand contact at all times
- Swim at a patrolled pool or patrolled beach and follow Lifeguards' directions
- Never swim alone or under the influence of alcohol or drugs
- Stay out of the water if there is active thunder or lightning nearby.