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Peterborough Pool Closure: Health Risks Force £3.8m Refurbishment
22 Jul
Summary
- City's only year-round public pool to close for 24 weeks next spring.
- Refurbishment aims to address health risks, including potential legionella bacteria.
- The upgrade project is estimated to cost £3.8m, with Sport England contributing nearly £800,000.
Peterborough's only year-round public swimming pool, the Jack Hunt centre, is slated for a significant 24-week closure beginning next spring. This extensive refurbishment project, with an estimated cost of £3.8 million, is being undertaken to address critical health and safety concerns.
Council leaders emphasized the urgency, citing risks such as legionella bacteria, which can cause serious illness. The facility, built in the 1970s and managed by Vivacity, is vital for community access to swimming without membership requirements.
The planned upgrades include modernizing the plant room, replacing lighting, and refurbishing changing rooms and the pool tank itself. Nearly £800,000 of the total funding is being provided by Sport England.
This essential investment aims to reduce operational risks, improve accessibility, and secure the long-term future of the swimming pool, preventing unexpected closures.
