Mallow Swimming Pool is undergoing a ‘complete refurbishment’ as a €5.1 million renovation project has begun in a bid to upgrade and improve the energy efficiency of the amenity and its facilities for all users.
Cumnor Construction Ltd have been awarded the construction contract by Cork County Council and the project is expected to be completed early next year.
Works to the amenity include a new extension with reception, administration, staff facilities and visitors room. Refurbishment of the pool area, modern changing facilities, upgraded mechanical and electrical services and improved thermal efficiency and energy ratings are also to feature in the works.
LOOKING FORWARD TO EARLY 2026
Welcoming the news, Mayor of the County of Cork, Cllr Joe Carroll said that Mallow Swimming Pool is a fantastic amenity for the people of Mallow and north Cork.
“It attracts approximately 150,000 visitors each year. The building was first opened in 1996 and these important works will ensure a safe, modern, energy efficient swimming pool facility is in place for the next generation of users. We look forward to welcoming back groups, clubs and individual swimmers, as well as seeing the return of swimming lessons for all ages early in 2026,” the Mayor said.
This project has received grant funding of €496,018 from the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sports and Media under the Community Sport Facilities Fund and funding of €493,891 from the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland under the Support Scheme for Renewable Heat.
“This construction project will transform Mallow Swimming Pool for all users. The energy efficiencies may not be as visible, but are an integral part of the upgrade works. Reducing the amount of energy needed to run and heat this amenity will help the Council to achieve its Climate Change targets,” said Moira Murrell, chief executive of Cork County Council.
