Ambassador Pools Reviews 22

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.6

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We always have our pool opened and closed by Ambassador pools and they always do a professional job. Yesterday we had our pool relined by them. The whole process was seamless and we were kept informe... See more

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

While carrying out a media change today, Tom provided some extremely useful guidance on how to deal with general maintenance. He also made suggestions on how to adapt processes to accommodate our spec... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We recently purchased a Wellis Hot Tub from Mike at Ambassador Pools Southampton. Mike has been extremely helpful, knowledgeable and friendly both before purchasing and also with the after care of... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We had a pool installed by Ambassador Pools some 28 years ago and have been delighted with them ever since. They are always helpful, both for routine items and for urgent problems. I would particular... See more


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4.6

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Pool lining and maintenance.

We always have our pool opened and closed by Ambassador pools and they always do a professional job. Yesterday we had our pool relined by them. The whole process was seamless and we were kept informed all the way through the job as to how it was progressing. Verdun and the two lads were extremely courteous and went over and beyond to help out and keep us well informed of all issues arising.
Jo in the service department in the office is also extremely helpful and always goes out of her way to accommodate visits that are mutually convenient. All is all a five star company. 👍🏻

April 15, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Always excellent.

We had a pool installed by Ambassador Pools some 28 years ago and have been delighted with them ever since. They are always helpful, both for routine items and for urgent problems.
I would particularly commend the West Stour manager, Ashley, for always making the extra effort and thought.

July 30, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Quick repair

Quick repair. Ordered parts and fitted within 24hours. Very impressed. Very friendly fast customer service.

July 17, 2025
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Excellent service from Ambassador Pools today.

While carrying out a media change today, Tom provided some extremely useful guidance on how to deal with general maintenance. He also made suggestions on how to adapt processes to accommodate our specific pool. He was polite, helpful and very tidy. Mike in the shop at Park Gate was very helpful too. Happy to recommend this company.

July 7, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Had a new on-site pool linear fitted…

Had a new on-site pool linear fitted and a new Heat pump installed by Ambassador to our pool which they built 24yrs ago!
The new linear was professionally installed and looks fantastic and the new heat pump efficiency is very impressive when compared to the old one.
Would not hesitate to recommend this company for its professionalism, knowledge and friendly no pressure approach.

May 12, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Highly Rated Company,Professional and Friendly Service

Ambassador Pools installed an 'on site liner' to my swimming pool due to water loss.
All the guys involved worked hard , were very professional and helpful.
Throughout from start to finish I was given sound advice and they were always happy to answer my numerous ongoing questions! :)
The finished result looks really great.
If you need any help or advice speak to Verdun who really knows his stuff.

March 4, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Pool re-lining

Very clear explanation of options available and prices. Efficient work on site, very happy with the result.

November 1, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

New pool liner installation

I needed to replace my old existing pool liner. Mike and Jo planned the project and kept me updated. They were excellent to deal and answered any questions I had. The pool engineers turned up as planned and did a professional job installing the new liner over two days. Both Darren and Jake were very helpful and respectful and were a delight to work with. Thank you, Ambassador Pools!

June 24, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brilliant service

Brilliant communication, fast service, highly, highly recommend! I would definitely use their services again, and will be recommending to all our friends and family, amazing, thank you so much........

June 6, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Hot Tub problem

Just been into Ambassador and spoke to Mike, he couldnt have been more helpful in guiding me through my problem, what a great guy, thanks for your help, rgds Paul

May 29, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Liner Replacement and Fibre Glass Steps Repair

I can see there a lot of previous negative reviews but I must say my experience with Ambassador Pools has been most positive. The job was to take out the old liner and underlay from my in ground pool and replace with new as well as fitting new underlay on the side panels and repairing hairline cracks and surface deterioration in the 39 year old walk-in fibreglass steps. The job was completed to the agreed timescale and quoted cost. Mike Bailey the Southampton branch manager was most helpful and courteous throughout, dealing with me in a thoroughly professional manner. Wayne who did the liner replacement and steps repair worked very hard and did an absolutely excellent job paying a lot of attention to detail. I am very pleased with the finished job, the liner fits perfectly and the steps look like new. Would definitely recommend Ambassador. Also, I have been getting my annual pool supplies (chemicals etc) and various equipment items from ‘sister’ company 1st Direct Pools for many years and have found their service to be excellent too.

May 3, 2023
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Have been a customer of Ambassador…

Have been a customer of Ambassador Pools for 25 years. Exceptional knowledge and service, most recently when my pump inlet was blocked. They lent me a submerged pump and told me how to clear the blockage. It worked first time. Great firm.

July 18, 2022
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Hot Tub purchase from Ambassador Pools Southampton

We recently purchased a Wellis Hot Tub from Mike at Ambassador Pools Southampton. Mike has been extremely helpful, knowledgeable and friendly both before purchasing and also with the after care of the hot tub. We did have one or two small teething problems after the tub was installed but Mike was really proactive and resolved these issues very quickly. We love our new hot tub and would certainly purchase from Ambassador Pools again and will continue to use them in the future.

Jeremy and Jo Smith

September 18, 2021
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Having purchased a pool heater a year…

Having purchased a pool heater a year ago we called them out as heater not working properly had 2 years warranty yet they would only come out to look at if if they charged us £120 .. for a 30 minute visit .. we had no option as heater was not working correctly.
The man that came out said it was working and it is …if you raise the thermostat to say 32 to get pool to heat up to 26! Great !!..so we have paid £120 when something is under warranty when we complained no empathy shown .. will not use them or recommend again!…

August 24, 2021
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Reply from Ambassador Pools

Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback on your recent experience with Ambassador Pools.
In order that we can look into the situation with your heater further, I would be very grateful if you would contact the Ringwood Branch on 01425 477050.
We look forward to hearing from you directly.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Mike couldn’t be more helpful when I…

Mike couldn’t be more helpful when I popped in to ask advice for my out of the ground swimming pool. I urgently needed it setup as been let down so he arranged someone to come the next day to help me setup the new heater & filter, advised on correct chemicals to purchase & accessories. Highly recommend. I like to support local shops so great to have a trustworthy place to go.

July 4, 2021
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Mike at Ambassador Pools Southampton

Mike at Ambassador Pools is a real asset to the company. He sold us our pool at a reasonable price. He is so pleasant to deal with and is very customer focused. He helped with advice on how to set it up our pool, what system to use (Filtration, pump & Heating), as well as what chemicals to use. He helped to source items which would have meant that our pool would not be operational without it. Mike is great, Ambassador pools is great and I will not be shopping anywhere else for my pool needs.

June 25, 2021
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

DO NOT BUY FROM THIS COMPANY OR 1ST…

DO NOT BUY FROM THIS COMPANY OR 1ST DIRECT POOLS they are the same company! They completely ignore their returns policy and the consumer rights act. £5000 WORTH OF FAULTY HOT TUB!! They are now completely ignoring us. Good luck if you do buy from these jokers.

November 5, 2020
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Reply from Ambassador Pools

Thank you for taking the time to write a review.
As previously discussed, Ambassador Pools is an independent Pool construction company that also specialises in the sale of hot tubs.
As soon as we were made aware that you were experiencing a problem with your hot tub purchased from us 14 months ago, the issue was reported using the correct procedure to the manufacturer with whom the warranty is held.
(Please note our terms and conditions comply with the Consumer Contracts Regulations)
I will be continuing with the regular two way communication with yourselves until the issue is fully resolved.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Failure to complete contract.

Was charged to build a pool over a year ago in my backyard and to this date has not been completed. Per our local regs, we need to pull permits for this pool and those permit require footers to be dug for the deck. To this date a pool is up, footers are not dug, permit is still open and we get nothing but a run around from the owner DANNY about getting these footers dug. I have gone so far as to say all I want him to do is to dig the footers and I will fill with concrete, yet this was his job as per the permit that he knew about and tried to skirt based upon his regs in another state and jurisdiction. Would not recommend ambassador pools for building your pool, they fail to see job is complete and take your money and try to run. But DANNY know who you are dealing with first before you try to run cause this type of business practices will be sure to come back and haunt you. Would not recommend ambassador pool at all for install.

October 1, 2020
Unprompted review

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