Canary Wharf Plans Olympic-Sized Floating Lido for 2026

Canary Wharf is planning to open an Olympic-sized floating natural water lido called Sea Lanes Canary Wharf at Eden Dock in the summer of 2026, pending planning approval. The six-lane, 50-meter pool will be naturally filtered, cut off from the River Thames, and open year-round with lifeguards, sauna pods, a clubhouse, and food and drink venues. The project, led by Sea Lanes—the operator behind the UK's first National Open Water Swimming Centre in Brighton—aims to enhance health, wellbeing, and community engagement while building on the success of Eden Dock, which opened in 2024 in collaboration with the Eden Project. This initiative is part of Canary Wharf Group's broader strategy to transform the area from a financial district into a mixed-use neighborhood with retail, housing, and cultural attractions. Eden Dock has already become a popular spot for open water swimmers and other outdoor activities, contributing to Canary Wharf's appeal as a wellness destination. The development highlights the area's shift towards offering more leisure and lifestyle amenities to residents, workers, and visitors.