New multi-million pound indoor swimming pools to open in the UK
A NEW pool is set to open in Warwickshire – and it is on the site of some medieval ruins.
Located at Abbey Fields in Kenilworth, the new multi-million attraction will feature two indoor pools, a changing area and a “conservatory-style” cafe.
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One pool will be the main training pool, measuring 25-metres-long and will host most of the swimming lessons, lane swimming, family swimming sessions and aqua fitness classes.
The other pool will be more family-friendly and accessible measuring 15metres by eight metres and will also have a movable floor that reaches a depth of 1.8metres.
For some added family fun, this pool will also have interactive spray and splash features.
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And for disabled swimmers, there will be a ‘pool-pod’ lift to get into the pool as well.
Work at the site was set back six months after medieval ruins were discovered in 2023.
In total, at least five buildings were discovered as well as ceramics, both dating back to the 13th century.
The new pool will open to the public on July 11 and be open each Monday to Friday from 7am to 9pm, and 7am to 5pm at weekends.
As for the cafe, visitors will be able to grab a range of drinks, snacks and light meals as well as sit outdoors looking over the parkland.
According to the BBC, Councillor Jim Sinnott said: “Having recently been shown round the new building and having seen the fantastic features and spec, I really can’t wait to see the new pools finally open for all in our community to enjoy.”