Canary Wharf’s proposals for new outdoor swimming pool green lit
Planning permission for an outdoor, natural water swimming pool in London’s Canary Wharf have been approved by councillors.
Complementing the recent regeneration of Eden Dock, Sea Lanes Canary Wharf is set to feature a 50-metre, six-lane pool within the dock water, with amenities including two saunas, a community clubhouse, a food and beverage offering, and a store.
Open 364 days a year, the venue will be operated by the team behind Sea Lanes Brighton, the UK’s first National Open Water Swimming Centre.
Joe McNulty, director at Sea Lanes, said: “We’re thrilled to bring a National Open Water Swimming Centre to the heart of Canary Wharf, offering Londoners a chance to swim in natural water. Sea Lanes Canary Wharf will be more than just a swimming pool – it will be an urban oasis for health and wellbeing all set within the green and biodiverse waterfront of Eden Dock. We’re excited to create a space where Londoners can connect with nature, their community, and themselves.”
Shobi Khan, CEO at Canary Wharf Group, added: “Almost one year on from the opening of Eden Dock, we’re making another bold step forward in the enhancement of our green and blue spaces at Canary Wharf. Sea Lanes Canary Wharf will build on the success of Eden Dock as a unique wellness destination, where access to nature, leisure and world-class amenities are seamlessly integrated.”
Construction of the venue is set to begin in early 2026, with the opening set for the summer.