A LIDO in the UK has been forced to close after major flooding over the weekend.
Letchworth Lido in Hertfordshire was forced to close yesterday, despite highs of 31C expected later this week.
Letchworth Lido in Hertfordshire was forced to close yesterday “due to flooding”[/caption]
The lido later posted on Facebook again, stating: “We will remain closed until Thursday 10th July.
“Following today’s flood, we have to ensure the site is safe for re-opening.”
Operated by Everyone Active, the lido added that they were busy clearing up, despite rain continuing.
The historic lido first opened in 1935 on Norton Common in Letchworth.
Surrounded by grass areas, the pool is heated and stretches 50 metres long.
This year the lido is celebrating its 90th season, having recently undergone upgrades including renewed signage, new parasols, extra seating and refreshed party rooms.
The anniversary is due to be marked by an event on July 26.
Ideal for families, the event will host child-friendly activities, live music, face painting and balloon modelling.
Any kids that are enrolled in Everyone Active’s Learn to Swim programme across north Hertfordshire will be invited to experience taster sessions throughout the day.
The sessions would include water polo and synchronised swimming.
During the summer months, the destination hosts both family-fun sessions and lane swimming.
For little ones venturing into the water for the first time, there is a shallower learners pool too.
Or for parents who enjoy spectating, there’s a sunbathing area complete with loungers for hire.
Then, for when you get peckish, the site also has a small cafe.
Family swim sessions cost £7.60 per adult and £3.80 per child.
Or you can grab a season pass for £100 per child or £200 per adult.
Next to the lido, there is a skate park, bowls green and a number of tennis courts too.
A popular beach town has also revealed multi-million pound plans to save a lido attraction.
Plus, one of the UK’s oldest lidos with water slides, sauna & gym is set to stay open all winter under new plans.
This year the lido is celebrating its 90th season, having recently undergone upgrades[/caption]
