On Monday 5 October, in the quiet of an early London morning, Brockwell Lido welcomed rapper and musician Loyle Carner for a video reflecting on his lifelong connection with the pool.

Loyle talks about how his parents brought him to the Lido as a child, and how he continues to swim here today. In a world that is constantly changing, Brockwell Lido remains a reliable presence in his life, a place to find calm, clear his head and appreciate the quietness of swimming.

Swimming has a way of teaching us lessons that extend far beyond the water, offering perspective, routine and a welcome pause from the noise of everyday life.

The video also features members of Brockwell Swimmers and club chair Tim Sutton, who shares his own simple philosophy: “in and swim”. Together, their reflections celebrate a place that is much more than a swimming pool, a source of continuity, connection and belonging, shared across generations.

We hope you enjoy this lovely tribute to Brockwell Lido and the enduring place it holds in the lives of so many people.