Dogs welcome for a dip at Ilkley Lido this weekend!

It's before it's drained for the winter

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Author: Rebecca LomasPublished 11th Oct 2026

Dogs are taking over Ilkley Lido this weekend for its annual doggy swim!

Owners are being invited to bring their four-legged friends for a dip before the pool's drained ahead of next year.

It's one last splash for the lido before it closes for the season.

The Ilkley Lido said said: "Over the last few years, the Doggy Days event has become one of the most popular fixtures at the Ilkley Lido, with an expected 900 canine swimmers – and their owners – due to attend across six sessions.

"The event marks the end of the summer season for the Lido before the outdoor pool is drained."

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