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City of Asheville to Push Reopening to 2028, Possible Reduced Pool Size
City of Asheville to Push Reopening to 2028, Possible Reduced Pool Size
The City of Asheville will soon kick off the design phase for the Malvern Hills Pool rebuild, yet proposals to downsize the pool and eliminate its deep end threaten to reduce our city's public pool spaces; with two summers already lost to closure and just one small pool remaining, we cannot afford to wait until Fall 2027 for relief.
We must write to the Mayor and City Council before the design phase begins to demand a June 1, 2026 reopening, insist on preserving the pool’s historic dimensions and depth for lifeguard training and swim lessons, and secure regular progress reports. Writing to City Council will help ensure they understand that we expect no reduction in size or delay in restoring this vital summer resource and historical gem in West Asheville.
Stay Up-to-Date Via the Project Page
Stay Up-to-Date Via the Project Page
You can stay up-to-date with the latest developments, including an upcoming Public Engagement phase for Malvern Hills Pool on the Department of Parks & Recreation's Malvern Hills Pool Project Page.
History of Malvern Hills Pool
History of Malvern Hills Pool
Malvern Hills Park opened as Horney Heights Park in 1922. Construction on the pool began in 1934 and was completed the next year using federal New Deal funding. City officials formally dedicated the park, pool, and bathhouse to the community on June 15, 1936.
In 1970, new walls were placed in the pool which reduced its size by seven inches. The same year, a filtration system was installed. Prior to this, the pool was drained and refilled once a week to ensure clean water. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)’s Open Space program funded extensive improvements in 1973 including a complete remodel of the bathhouse, and additional deck space around the pool.
City and neighborhood leaders at the opening of Malvern Hills Pool, June 15 1936.
Young women awaiting the opening of the pool, June 15, 1936.
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