Therme Manchester is simply the most ambitious wellbeing destination projects currently under development in the UK; the projected build cost is set between Ā£250 million and Ā£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 […]
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.
Wellness investment for popular Norfolk holiday destination⦠Norwich-based Newson Swimming Pools has added the refurbishment of Norfolkās 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 ā 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 […]
Since its launch Plastica’s advanced water treatment product, RPRO70 Calcium Hypochlorite, known in the industry as RPRO70, has rapidly gained traction as a competitively priced leading solution for commercial pool operators across the UK. Specifically developed for high- demand environments such as leisure centres, hotels, schools, holiday parks and spas, RPRO70 delivers powerful disinfection performance […]
Scotmas Group, a global leader and experts in Chlorine Dioxide water disinfection solutions, has confirmed an exclusive partnership with specialist water treatment experts, Hydro Finesse, to distribute Scotmas Group Chlorine Dioxide products into the recreational water sector. This strategic agreement, that began on March 1, significantly expands Scotmasā market presence, bringing its proven water treatment […]
Golden Coast is now fulfilling a role as the premier UK distributor for Kuntzeās innovative range of dosing sensors and measurement systems, designed for spas and swimming pools. The major new exclusive partnership with market leaders Kuntze Instruments adds a vital water testing element to the GC product portfolio. āGolden Coast, and the Pollet Pool […]
The Bayrol name has for many years been associated with quality pool water treatment products and their development team is always working on fresh innovations with new and improved products. Lighthouse Pools work closely with Bayrol to ensure that the products are offered within the UK range are the best fit for dealersā needs. As […]
The Pool & Spa SCENE team reports from another busy SPATEX trade show… SPATEX, the water leisure industry trade show established and organised by the industry, for the industry is already looking ahead to 2026 when it will celebrate its 30th event. With figures still to be added for the 2025 trade show, SPATEX has […]











