The 20ft Shipping Container Pool delivers all the benefits of a traditional in – ground swimming pool without the massive excavation costs, months of construction, or intrusive landscape disruption. Designed specifically for UK residential gardens, boutique hotels, and glamping sites, this 20 – foot pool arrives as a complete, pre – plumbed unit ready to plug in, fill, and swim.
Constructed from single – trip ISO Corten steel containers, each pool undergoes structural reinforcement, anti – corrosion marine priming, and complete thermal insulation before receiving its high – grade fiberglass pool liner.
Key Functional Features & Included Upgrades
1. Heavy – Duty Fiberglass Liner & Thermal Insulation
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Seamless Shell: Engineered with a custom 5mm heavy – duty, UV – stabilized fiberglass interior shell designed to resist algae growth and chemical wear.
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All – Weather Insulation: Insulated with high – density polyurethane spray foam beneath the liner to retain heat efficiently during cooler UK months, significantly lowering operational heating costs.
2. Turnkey Plant Room & Filtration System
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Integrated Mechanical Bay: Built – in lockable equipment compartment housing the circulation pump, multi – port sand filter, and automatic chemical dosing system.
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Eco Heat Pump System: Includes an energy – efficient air source heat pump capable of maintaining water temperatures up to 30°C year – round.
3. Safety, Decking & Lighting
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Multi – LED Mood Lighting: Fitted with underwater low – voltage RGB LED lights controlled via remote or smart app.
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Non – Slip Decking Options: Finished with premium composite or treated timber top decking surrounds and integrated access steps.
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Safety Covers: Supplied with an easy – pull lockable safety cover to retain heat, block debris, and ensure child/pet safety when not in use.
Technical & Dimensional Specifications
| Specification Feature | External Container Dimensions | Internal Pool Basin Dimensions | Mechanical / System Specs |
| Length | 20 ft 0 in (6.06 m) | 18 ft 6 in (5.64 m) | Filtration: Sand filter with 0.75 HP pump |
| Width | 8 ft 0 in (2.44 m) | 7 ft 2 in (2.18 m) | Heating: 9kW Eco Inverter Air Source Heat Pump |
| Height / Depth | 8 ft 6 in (2.59 m) / Water Depth: 4 ft 3 in (1.30 m) | Pool Shell Depth: 4 ft 6 in (1.37 m) | Sanitisation: Saltwater chlorinator or inline chlorine feeder |
| Tare Weight (Empty) | ~3,200 kg | – | Interior Finish: Premium 5mm fiberglass shell |
| Operating Weight (Filled) | ~18,500 kg (Water Volume: ~15,000 Litres) | – | Power Supply: 32A Single – Phase or 3 – Phase Hookup |
Delivery, Crane Handling & Site Preparation
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Delivery Vehicle: Delivered nationwide via HIAB crane lorry for precise placement directly onto your prepared foundation.
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Access Requirements: Requires a minimum of 45 ft (13.7 m) straight – line clearance for delivery vehicle access.
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Ground Foundation: Must be placed on a structural reinforced concrete pad (minimum 150mm thick) designed to support the 18.5 – tonne operational wet weight.
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Electrical & Water Hookup: Requires a qualified electrician for 32A mains connection and a standard garden hose connection for initial filling.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need planning permission for a 20ft container pool in the UK?
In most UK residential areas, above – ground container pools fall under Permitted Development rights as temporary outdoor structures. However, if your property is located in a Conservation Area, National Park, or Within the boundary of a Listed Building, or if you plan to fully sink the pool in – ground, we recommend checking with your local council’s planning department.
How long does a shipping container pool take to heat up?
Equipped with our energy – efficient 9kW eco heat pump and insulated spray – foam walls, a 20ft container pool typically warms up at a rate of 1°C to 2°C per hour, easily maintaining water temperatures between 26°C and 30°C.
Can a 20ft container pool be installed fully in – ground?
Yes. Our 20ft container pools can be installed above – ground, semi – sunken into a sloping garden, or fully in – ground. In – ground installations require retaining walls and proper perimeter drainage to protect the steel exterior.
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