Cherwell District Council and Parkwood Leisure are pleased to announce that Woodgreen open air pool has opened.This will be the refurbished pool's first full summer of operation following last year's extensive £1.5m modernisation programme.
Woodgreen's 50 by 18-metre pool was totally modernised - work included reducing the maximum depth to 1.8 metres, installing a new tiled deck-level pool using the existing tank, an "Aqua Zone" for young children, a refurbished flume, upgraded plant and water treatment systems, new safety surfacing pool surrounds and a refurbished refreshment kiosk.
And Banbury Town Council is contributing to the cost of opening the new pool throughout the school summer holiday weeks.
Cherwell District Council portfolio holder for environment, recreation and health, Councillor George Reynolds, said: "Thanks to the town council's involvement we are able to operate an extended season this year.
"The pool has already re-established itself as a must-visit Cherwell attraction during summer.
"With it being open for a longer season there'll be plenty of opportunity to grab some sunny outdoor swimming fun."
The pool will be open from 10am to 1.45pm and 2.15pm to 6pm on Saturday and Sundays. During the week the pool is open 7.00am - 9.00am for early birds lane swimming, 4.00pm - 6.00pm public swim and 7.00 - 9.00 for evening lanes.
It is scheduled to close when schools return on 6 September but if the summer weather continues further dates might be added.
For full details of charges and opening times, including early-bird and aqua fit sessions, visit www.leisurecentre.com or phone Woodgreen on 01295 262742.
For more information
Woodgreen Leisure Centre and Open Air Pool is at Woodgreen Avenue, Banbury, OX16 OHS.
