At XL Pools, we have always prided ourselves in knowing that our best projects stem from strong relationships with our customers. That is why we are delighted to bring to our readers some fantastic news from the prestigious 2026 British Pool & Hot Tub Awards, presented by SPATA (The Swimming Pool & Allied Trades Association).
This year, we were delighted to be presented with the Gold Award in the Residential Outdoor One-Piece Pools category, which is a testament to our commitment to quality, care, and craftsmanship in our pool installations.
A Gold Achievement
The Gold award is the highest honor that the UK pool industry can bestow. The award is evaluated by the SPATA professionals, who assess the design, build quality, technical specification, and overall appearance of the pools.
The pools that won the award for 2026 are the epitome of what we at XL Pools aim for – a beautifully integrated outdoor pool that complements the home and surrounding garden while delivering excellent functionality and long-term durability.
As experienced swimming pool builders, we are committed to providing pools that do not only look spectacular but are also built to perform well over the years. Every phase involved in the construction of a pool matters.
Winning this award is an amazing recognition of the dedication our team puts into every project.
13 Awards and One Finalist in 2026
In addition to winning the Gold award, we were also honored to receive 13 awards in total this year, as well as one finalist position across multiple categories.
To us, these awards are about so much more than recognition within our industry. Many of the projects that received awards this year came from referral clients – homeowners who had seen our previous work or had been recommended by past customers.
To us, this means the most. Word-of-mouth referrals are perhaps some of the highest compliments we can receive as professional swimming pool builders.
Over 80 Industry Awards and Counting
With this year’s results included, XL Pools has now received over 80 industry awards, including several European-level recognitions.
These awards cover a variety of different categories, from one-piece pools through to more technical awards for excellence in installation and design integration. While each project is unique in its own right, the same principles apply to all of them –
thoughtful design, high-quality materials and careful installation.
Our goal has always been to build pools that add value to our clients’ homes and lives, whether this is a sleek modern outdoor pool, a garden feature for a family with children, or a more bespoke luxury design.
Thank You to Our Clients
Awards like this are a fantastic achievement for our team, but they’re also a reflection of the clients who trust us with their homes and projects.
Some of the pools we have designed and built to win these awards began with a conversation about how a pool could make a space in a garden come alive.
Seeing those ideas grow and develop into award-winning pools is something we are incredibly proud of.
Looking Ahead
Our focus, as we go into 2026 and beyond, is the same as it has always been – delivering high-quality swimming pool installations with honest advice, careful planning and attention to detail.
If you’re thinking about working with experienced pool installers, or you’re interested in the concept of installing a swimming pool in your home, we’re here to help guide you through the process.
And who knows, your project might be the next one recognised at the SPATA awards.
