Waltham Summer Pool
A popular spot to spend time over summer.
Whether you're in the mood for a refreshing dip or a leisurely afternoon by the water, Waltham Summer Pool offers the perfect retreat.
Waltham Summer Pool will open from Saturday 15 November 2025 until Sunday 29 March 2026 (inclusive).
Want to plan an event, sports training or tournament? Find out more about pool hire at Christchurch Recreation and Sport Centres.
The pool includes
- Nine-lane, 33-metre pool with beach leisure area
- Toddler pool
- BBQs (free to hire)
- Hydroslide (children must be over five years old to use the hydroslide)
Information about pool temperatures can be found on the Accessibility page.
Outdoors Swimmers Club members have early morning access from 6am for lane swimming, squad swimming and adult lessons, delivered by adult swim specialists FitandAbel. Please email info@fitandabel.com for more information.
Waltham Summer Pool opening hours
Lane pool
Hydroslide
Toddlers' Pool
Outdoor Swimmers Club members
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Wheelchair access
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Hydroslide
Get ready to make a splash this summer on the hydroslide at Waltham Summer Pool.
Whether you're looking to conquer your fear of heights or just want to have a blast with friends and whānau, you'll feel like you're on a summer holiday even if you're just down the street.
Grab your togs, slather on some sunscreen, and head on down to Waltham Summer Pool for the ultimate summer fun!
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Conditions of entry
- Pre-schoolers aged under five years are not allowed on the hydroslides.
- Children between the ages of five and seven (inclusive) must be actively supervised by a responsible caregiver over the age of 16 years who is to be within the pool area at all times and able to provide immediate assistance.
- You must be at least 102cm tall to use the hydroslides.
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Plan your visitMake your visit easy with everything you need to know before your arrive.Travel by bus
Bus number 27 stops close to the main entrance. View bus 27 timetable.
Travel by bikeWith bike stands near the entrance, biking to Waltham Summer Pool is an easy option and a great option to get active.
Travel by carParking at Waltham Summer Pool is available on the street.
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Keep our pools safe
We want everyone to be able to enjoy the pools and have a safe and enjoyable experience.
It’s important that caregivers take extra care when accompanying a child to the pool.
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Supervision of children in the pool
- Children under the age of 16 years old must be supervised by a responsible caregiver over the age of 18 who is also a key holder.
- Children under five years old must be within arm’s reach and under constant supervision by a responsible caregiver aged 16 years or older in the pool at all times.
- Children between the ages of five and seven (inclusive) must be actively supervised by a responsible caregiver aged 16 years or older, who is to be within the pool area at all times and able to provide immediate assistance.
Maximum adult to child ratiosHow many children can you bring to our pools?
- One adult to two children under 5 years old
- One adult to one child under 5 and two 5-7 year olds
- One adult to four 5-7 year olds
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News and events
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25 November 2025Date set for Parakiore Recreation and Sport Centre openingWhizz down a hydroslide, shoot some hoops or relax in the sauna – from 5.30am on Wednesday 17 December, people will be able to do it all (and more) at New Zealand’s largest indoor sport and recreation venue.
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17 November 2025Lyttelton Primary School wins first dibs on Parakiore hydroslidesLyttelton Primary will be the first school to take on the hydroslides at Parakiore.
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10 November 2025It’s party time – again!Christchurch City Council is kickstarting the summer season this weekend with the opening of its five outdoor summer pools and eight paddling pools.
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07 November 2025Manu competitionGet amongst the fun and join our manu competition this summer to win prizes and become the Christchurch City Council manu champion!
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07 November 2025Summer pool partiesGrab your friends and whānau, and pack your togs, towel and sunscreen - our summer pool parties are back, and you're in for a treat!
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02 November 2025Crown hands over Parakiore as Council takes the reinsConstruction of New Zealand’s largest indoor sport and recreation centre is complete.
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19 October 2025Browse, book and pay for Council venues onlineWeddings, kids’ birthdays, meetings, sports practices – Christchurch City Council’s 272 bookable spaces and places can host them all, and booking is now easier than ever.
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10 October 2025Linwood pool to close in January for maintenanceTe Poe Toetoe Linwood Pool will close in early January for four weeks to enable scheduled maintenance and improvement work to be carried out.
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06 October 2025Parakiore attracts national champs for 2026With the doors of New Zealand’s largest indoor sport and recreation venue set to open before the end of the year, the 2026 calendar is already filling up with national competitions and events.
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22 September 2025Parakiore’s spectacular water adventure playground comes to lifeA key part of Parakiore Recreation and Sport Centre’s leisure water area has come to life with water flowing through the huge water adventure playground for the first time.
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