A major €5.1 million refurbishment of Mallow Swimming Pool has officially commenced, with the aim of upgrading facilities and significantly improving energy efficiency at the popular public amenity.

Cork County Council has awarded the construction contract to Cumnor Construction Ltd, with the project expected to be completed by early 2026.

The works include a new extension featuring a reception area, administration offices, staff facilities, and a visitor room. Additional upgrades involve the refurbishment of the pool area, modernised changing rooms, improved mechanical and electrical systems, and enhancements to the building’s thermal efficiency and energy rating.

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Mayor of the County of Cork, Cllr Joe Carroll, said: "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 project has secured grant funding of €496,018 from the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sports and Media under the Community Sport Facilities Fund, along with €493,891 from the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland through the Support Scheme for Renewable Heat.