Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Swimming Pool Solutions
Established in 1973, Rio Pools has built a reputation as one of the UK's leading swimming pool builders, completing over 1,500 projects nationwide. Our family-run business combines decades of expertise with a commitment to exceptional customer service, offering bespoke pool designs that harmonise with architectural and natural landscapes. With a dedicated team of certified professionals, we specialise in both residential and commercial installations, supported by comprehensive maintenance services and a curated selection of premium hot tubs.Our Southern Cotswolds showroom provides a welcoming space for clients to explore options or discuss custom projects by appointment. Through continuous innovation and technical knowledge, we deliver tailored solutions that prioritise quality, functionality, and aesthetic integration. Client collaboration remains central to our approach, ensuring every project reflects individual needs while maintaining the highest industry standards.
Services
Bespoke Swimming Pools
Hot Tub Supply
Pool Maintenance
Hydrotherapy Pools
Yurt Construction
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years' experience in bespoke pool construction
- Our family business provides personalised service with industry expertise
- We use innovative techniques for landscape-integrated pool designs
- Our Southern Cotswolds showroom offers convenient project consultations
- We employ certified professionals with specialised technical training
Services
Bespoke Swimming Pools
We design and construct tailor-made swimming pools that seamlessly integrate with architectural styles and natural surroundings. Our expert team employs advanced techniques to create durable, aesthetically pleasing installations for residential and commercial properties. Each project benefits from our 50+ years' experience in delivering high-quality pool solutions that meet specific client requirements.
Pool Maintenance
Our comprehensive maintenance packages ensure optimal pool condition year-round. Services include chemical balancing, cleaning, seasonal opening/closing, and equipment servicing. Our certified engineers provide both residential and commercial support across Gloucestershire, Bristol, and surrounding regions, maintaining safety and functionality to the highest standards.
Hot Tub Supply
We offer premium hot tubs selected for reliability and performance. Our range includes models suitable for various spaces and requirements, backed by expert advice on installation and maintenance. Customers can explore options at our Southern Cotswolds showroom or discuss specific needs with our dedicated sales team.
Hydrotherapy Pools
Lifeworks by Rio Pools specialises in constructing pressure-controlled hydrotherapy pools for wellness applications. These facilities combine our leisure industry expertise with therapeutic design principles, creating accessible spaces that support physical rehabilitation and wellbeing programmes for diverse client groups.
Yurt Construction
Our bespoke yurt builds extend into the wellbeing sector, offering versatile structures for yoga, therapy, or relaxation spaces. Using traditional techniques adapted for modern requirements, we create durable, insulated yurts that complement natural settings while providing functional environments for wellness activities.
People
Rob Bateman
Director
With MISPE certification and over 40 years in the pool industry, Rob leads our construction team. His expertise in innovative pool design and material selection ensures every project meets exacting standards while maintaining aesthetic harmony with its surroundings.
Wayne Bateman
Director
Certified TnISPE service manager with specialist boiler engineering knowledge. Wayne oversees our maintenance division, ensuring technical excellence across all service operations while maintaining direct client communication for commercial pool installations.
Sue Bateman
Director
TnISPE-certified contracts manager with extensive experience in coordinating large-scale projects. Sue ensures seamless execution of complex builds, managing timelines and resources to deliver high-quality results that align with client specifications.
Shelley Willcox
Director
As TnISPE-certified contracts manager, Shelley specialises in client relations and project implementation. Her focus on clear communication ensures smooth progression from design concepts through to final pool completion for residential and commercial clients.
Matt Pitchford
Service Team
Certified TnISPE and ISRM technician with expertise in pool equipment servicing. Matt provides technical support for maintenance contracts, ensuring efficient operation of filtration systems, heating units, and automated pool covers across our service area.
Questions
What types of swimming pools do you construct?
We specialise in bespoke concrete pools tailored to individual properties, including infinity, geometric, and naturalistic designs that complement architectural and landscape features.
Do you offer maintenance services for existing pools?
Yes, our comprehensive maintenance packages cover chemical balancing, cleaning, equipment servicing, and seasonal preparation for both residential and commercial pools across the South West region.
Are your hot tubs available for hire?
We offer premium hot tubs for both purchase and seasonal hire, with options suitable for various spaces and requirements available through our showroom and sales team.
What areas do you cover for pool services?
Our service area includes Gloucestershire, Bristol, Bath, Oxfordshire, Berkshire, and South Wales, with our Southern Cotswolds showroom serving as our primary client consultation location.
Can you build hydrotherapy pools?
Yes, our Lifeworks division constructs specialist pressure-controlled hydrotherapy pools designed for rehabilitation and wellness applications, incorporating accessibility features and therapeutic water systems.
Reviews (1)
Headline My Business
Nov 08, 2017
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Rio Pools are one of the most professional, reliable and personable companies I have ever had the pleasure of dealing with. As a recognised Google local guide, I have no hesitation in recommending this company as one of the finest in the UK water leisure industry.
