Pippa Middleton's Mega Pool: 82ft Oasis for Heatwaves

Pippa Middleton and her husband, James Matthews, own a lavish 32-room Georgian mansion valued at £15 million. The property now features an 82-foot outdoor swimming pool, installed after its purchase in 2022. This extensive pool, larger than those at local leisure centers, was created by repurposing a walled garden, with the adjacent lawn replaced by a tennis court.

The family is currently involved in ongoing legal hearings regarding a security gate erected on their driveway. James Matthews claims the gate was installed to improve security due to their 'high public profile.' However, local residents contend that the driveway has historically served as a crucial public footpath, linking two other paths and offering an alternative to walking on dangerous roads.

Matthews stated during the inquiry that he was unaware of the driveway's public use when he purchased the property four years ago, as it was not evident during his few visits and not flagged during the conveyancing process. He also noted that the parish council did not raise any objections when the gate was initially installed. The security gate remains a point of contention as the family seeks to retain it.