The 2020s are witnessing a âlido revolutionââan extraordinary resurgence of some of our most precious liquid assets. It is five years since the creation of Future Lidos, a peer network spanning the UK and Ireland, working collaboratively to bring the joy of outdoor swimming to more people, in more communities. In February 2021, frustrated by […]
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Dash Ganeson investigates… The total estimated workforce in UK water leisure is estimated at around 160,000; the majority in large commercial leisure operations or in health and wellness. There is no concrete data on the number working in specialised pool and spa contracting and related retail enterprises with the majority of companies well under 30-strong. […]
Red carpet treatment for UK Pool and Spa Awards… A HUGE AUDIENCE PACKED the National Conference Centre venue for the UK Pool & Spa Awards The biggest ever audience gathered for the 2025 UK Pool & Spa Awards and a sensational Xmas themed night of celebration. Now in its 15th year, the event, held at […]
Common mistakes and how to avoid them⊠The plant room is the heart of the pool system where poor planning will lead to inefficiency, maintenance headaches and premature equipment failure. Todayâs blue riband products for a modern, future-proof plant room are those that deliver maximum energy savings, superior water quality, and remote connectivity. Eco-efficiency is […]
Winning ways for pool, spa and wellness showrooms⊠The finalists in the recent UK Pool & Spa Awards have helped raise the combined bar for pool, spa and wellness showrooms across the UK. Acting as a beacon of excellence, the winning showrooms, spanning the breadth of the UK, not only establish new benchmarks for aesthetic […]
Industry trade event celebrates 30th anniversary… SPATEX, the water leisure industry trade show established and organised by the industry, for the industry, is on its marks for the 30th pearl anniversary celebration of the prestigious event. Over three decades, SPATEX has generated income valued at an estimated ÂŁ12 million with ÂŁ8m spent on expenditure. […]
VIP access to the annual State of the UK Swimming Pool Industry report… âSwimming pools arenât a luxury â theyâre vital community infrastructure,â declares Paul Woodford, Strategic Engagement Director at Alliance Leisure in the recently published State Of The Industry Report. âThey offer far more than a place to swim,â says Paul. âPools are safe, […]
One-piece, prefabricated swimming pools are surging in popularity across the UK. Their streamlined production and installation processes cater to homeowners seeking quicker, cleaner, and more cost-effective alternatives to traditional concrete or tiled pools. While concrete and even block and liner pools require months of onsite construction, one-piece pools can be installed in as little as […]
Refurbishment continues to dominate the attention of the home swimming pool sector with owners eager to upgrade for greater efficiency and sustainability as well as all-round enjoyment. Typically, priorities include reducing running costs, enhancing sustainability, adding new features and delivering a more modern design. By combining innovative products and industry know-how, leading suppliers help their […]
Taking the all-year-round approach to cover sales… Creating a successful promotional campaign for swimming pool covers, from debris to slatted, requires a strategic blend of market understanding, targeted messaging, and multi-channel promotion. Before you dive off the sales starting block you need to focus on specific target groups with different approaches for homeowners with pools […]
