BISHTA - The British and Irish Spa and Hot Tub Association

General information

BISHTA, the British and Irish Spa and Hot Tub Association is a member of the BSPF, the British Swimming Pool Federation. BISHTA exists to promote high standards of safety, enjoyment and value, by registering suppliers of spas, hot tubs, accessories and water purification products.

BISHTA exists to promote high standards of safety, enjoyment and value, by registering suppliers of spas, hot tubs, accessories and water purification products.

Those who satisfy BISHTA’s entry requirements are able to apply for membership.

BISHTA members follow strict guidelines in Spa and Hot Tub Safety and trading practices.

They have personnel trained in water hygiene and treatment.

They are committed to observe the BISHTA Standards and a Code of Ethics.

They have the back up of BISHTA technical advice and help in the unlikely event of a dispute.

For more technical information, visit Howard Gosling’s website, who is BISHTA’s Technical Adviser.

Water Treatment Training Courses: These are available to members and non-members. Click here to view the full syllabus.
BISHTA companies can be found in the member finder.

Look for the BISHTA logo, only members are allowed to display it.

BISHTA has included some Consumer Advice to ensure that you ask the right questions before you buy.