Former Croydon lido to become site of more than 150 homes

A London housebuilder has announced that it has exchanged contracts to build more than 150 new homes at the site of a former lido.

Bellway London has acquired land at the former Purley Way Lido in Croydon, where it plans to build an estimated 168 new homes.

The lido closed down in 1979 and the pool was filled in to be replaced in 1981 by Wyevale Garden Centre, which has occupied the site since.

The scheme will also include 6,000 sq ft of commercial space for up to five retail or office units.

Regional director of Bellway South London, Daniel Bradbury, commented: “We are honoured to be able to deliver new housing on a site with so much recognisable history, both within the development and around it.

“This development is being designed to suit a range of homebuyers’ requirements, with everything from starter homes to family living spaces.

“We are currently finalising our designs for a high-quality development which will frame the listed centrepiece and will fit seamlessly into this vibrant part of Croydon.

“We aim to begin construction work later this year and to have the first of the homes ready for occupation in 2022.”

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