Jed Valley Swim

15/10/2026

Sorry for the lack of updates recently, folks! While spreadsheet marathons and operational planning don’t make for thrilling reels, there’s plenty of solid graft happening in the background.

The whole committee has been balancing the legwork around busy schedules, and though this author has been momentarily off the radar, the pieces are falling into place nicely.

We will share what's coming next—an update coming your way soon!

In the meantime, here is a little swimming inspo; several friends have attempted and some completed this swim. Truly inspirational!

Karen Mee, who completed the swim in 14 hours and 39 minutes, said it was a "surreal" experience.

26/08/2026

Have Your Say on the Future of Laidlaw Pool & Gym!

Pop along to the Town Hall this Sunday, 30th August, between 11:00 am and 2:00 pm for a friendly blether with the Town Team and members of the Jed Valley Swim group.

We’re looking ahead to what’s next for the Laidlaw facility, and we want to make sure the plans reflect what our community genuinely wants and needs.

We are especially keen to hear from our more seasoned, experienced residents! You are a huge, vibrant part of our pool and gym community; we missed some of you in our last survey, and your insight is invaluable in making sure we get things right for the years ahead.

Whether you’re doing lengths every week, keeping active in the gym, or just want to see great local amenities thrive, the door is wide open. Drop in anytime between 11 and 2, share your thoughts, and help us shape an exciting future together!

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21/07/2026

An absolutely brilliant first meeting with our new volunteers! 🤩

A fantastic range of expertise is sitting around the table—from leisure facility operations and finance to fundraising, accountancy, and volunteer management. The wealth of talent and passion in our community is great!

We spent the session rolling up our sleeves and mapping out the key areas we need to bulk up ahead of the October deadline for the Borderlands proposal. It was a really constructive meeting, and everyone left with clear actions and plenty of work apportioned to keep us moving forward at full steam.

There’s a real buzz in the air, and we’re all excited about what’s ahead. A huge thank you to everyone who stepped up—we're one big step closer to getting those doors reopened! 🏊‍♂️✨

25/06/2026

🌊 Welcome to Jed Valley Swim – A Brand New Chapter! 🌊

Hello, Jedburgh!

Welcome to our brand new page. If you’ve been missing a splash in our local pool, you are in the right place. This page marks the start of an exciting new chapter for the Jedburgh Swimming Pool, and we want you to be a part of it.

We all know how vital the pool is to our town and the wider valley. It’s not just about fitness; it’s a hub for health, a place for our kids to learn a life-saving skill, and a social cornerstone for folk of all ages.

While the doors might be closed right now, behind the scenes, there is a dedicated team working tirelessly to bring this asset back to life. We are looking firmly to the future—building a sustainable, vibrant, and community-led pool that Jedburgh can be proud of for generations to come.

How can you help right now?
To make this new chapter a success, we need the whole community pulling together. Here’s how you can dive in today:

👍 Like and Follow this page for all the latest updates, progress reports, and ways to get involved.

📢 Share this post to help us spread the word far and wide across the valley.

💬 Drop a comment below! Tell us your favourite memories of the pool, or what you’re most looking forward to when the doors swing open again.

This is our pool, our community, and our future. Let's make it a smashing success together! 💙