Birmingham Secures £9.2 Million for Historic Moseley Road Baths Restoration
Joy as Birmingham wins £9.2m to restore oldest swimming baths - the plans are amazing

Image: Birmingham Live
Birmingham's Moseley Road Baths will receive £9.2 million from The National Lottery Heritage Fund to restore the oldest swimming baths in the city. This funding completes a £16 million renovation plan that aims to create a community health hub, gym, and event space, enhancing accessibility and preserving local heritage.
- 01The total renovation budget for Moseley Road Baths is £16 million, with significant contributions from Birmingham City Council and other organizations.
- 02Accessibility features will include two Changing Places facilities, a pool hoist, and wheelchair-accessible areas, making it the first fully accessible swimming facility in its history.
- 03The project will also introduce various community-focused activities, including SEND, LGBTQ+, and dementia-friendly swimming sessions.
- 04The restoration aims to preserve the historic Gala Pool and transform other areas into a health and wellbeing hub and community gym.
- 05The project is expected to be completed by late 2028, with ongoing community engagement and events planned during the renovation.
Advertisement
In-Article Ad
The future of Moseley Road Baths in Birmingham, the oldest swimming baths in the city, is secure following a £9.2 million grant from The National Lottery Heritage Fund. This funding completes a £16 million renovation package aimed at restoring the historic site while enhancing its accessibility and community offerings. Lucy Reid, chair of the Moseley Road Baths CIO, emphasized the importance of such civic spaces in fostering community connections. The renovation will include a community gym, health and wellbeing hub, and event spaces, alongside the restoration of the iconic Gala Pool. Significant contributions to the project also come from Birmingham City Council, which pledged £10 million, and other organizations. The renovations will ensure that the baths are fully accessible for the first time, featuring facilities like Changing Places, a pool hoist, and wheelchair-accessible areas. The project, which began its first phase in September 2022, is set to be completed by late 2028, with community engagement activities planned throughout the renovation process. This initiative not only aims to preserve a vital piece of Birmingham's heritage but also to create a vibrant hub for swimming and community life.
Advertisement
In-Article Ad
The restoration of Moseley Road Baths will provide a vital community hub for swimming, health, and wellbeing, enhancing local engagement and accessibility.
Advertisement
In-Article Ad
Reader Poll
Do you support funding for the restoration of historic community spaces?
Connecting to poll...
Read the original article
Visit the source for the complete story.




