Originally opened over 50 years ago, the outdoor pool at Waterside in the seaside town of Ryde on the Isle of Wight, is one of the only pools in the UK with a retractable roof. The site today is operated and funded by Waterside Community Trust, a charity that was set up when the future […]
Commercial Swimming Pools
News updates from the commercial swimming pools sector, including local authority pools, health club pools, hotel pools, school pools, holiday park pools and water parks.
As summer arrives, pool and spa facilities enter their most demanding period of operation. Increased bather loads, higher temperatures and longer opening hours all combine and place significant pressure on water treatment systems. While maintaining correct chlorine levels remains essential, focusing on a single parameter is no longer enough to ensure consistent water quality. Summer […]
HeatForm, the in-house brand at Lighthouse Pools, has launched a full line of pool water treatment products under its new brand, Clarity, as part of its commitment to expanding its portfolio of quality pool offerings. Available since February this year, with no minimum order quantity, the new range developed by Bayrol and branded by Lighthouse […]
Recognising the positive difference they make in the communities they proudly serve, Serco Leisure retained its title of Leisure Operator of the Year for a magnificent seventh time at the 2025 UK Pool & Spa Awards. A fitting tribute to the dedication, passion and professionalism demonstrated by Serco Leisure teams, the title is a testament […]
Brean Splash Waterpark is a family-owned facility located in Somerset. Comprising an indoor complex that opened in 2011 and an outdoor splash pool that opened in 2014, the site has built an excellent reputation as the place to go for some serious water fun. Inside the centre, you will find a 25m, six-lane indoor swimming […]
Therme Manchester is simply the most ambitious wellbeing destination projects currently under development in the UK; the projected build cost is set between £250 million and £400 million. Located at Trafford City, near the Trafford Centre in Greater Manchester, the project represents a major milestone in urban regeneration, sustainability, and leisure innovation bringing a […]
Wellness investment for popular Norfolk holiday destination… Norwich-based Newson Swimming Pools has added the refurbishment of Norfolk’s popular Kelling Heath Holiday Park to a growing list of successful commercial wet leisure projects. The Newson team took on the comprehensive refurbishment of the existing luxury pool and steam room including full tanking and retiling. The project […]
Biofilms are first believed to be in existence over 3.6 billion years ago but our understanding of the full impact these biofilms have on the water leisure industry is comparatively recent. Biofilms are found in filter media, cartridge filters, internal pipework, grouting, balance tanks, gulley’s, cover pits, pool cover, changing rooms – to name just […]
In any pool or spa environment, operational and safety-critical systems rely on robust electrical infrastructure. From water treatment and circulation ystems to emergency and mood lighting, HVAC panels, and surveillance and access controls, even a brief disruption can compromise safety, damage reputation, and lead to financial loss. Yet, venue operators often take a product-first approach […]
New analysis reveals that 76% of the publicly accessible water space lost in the past 15 years has disappeared since 2020, highlighting the escalating crisis facing the sector. With increasing financial pressures, ageing facilities and rising operational costs, many more pools and leisure centres are at risk of closure, leaving communities without vital spaces for […]
