The paddling pools at Westexe Park, Tiverton and Newcombe’s Meadow, Crediton will be open once again, from 26th May 2023.

The Council appreciates how popular the facilities are for local families and is keen for our residents to be able to make the most of the sunshine and enjoy hours of fun outside this half term.

Maintenance work has been carried out on both pools over the off-season to freshen them up ready for this season and council staff will be checking the pools for water quality and safety throughout the opening times.

Lee Chester – Operations Manager, Leisure Services, said:

“We know both these pools are much-loved assets for the local community and especially popular when we have warm weather. It is great to see them used so much and we look forward to welcoming children and their families back to the water, especially as the sun has made a welcome appearance in time for half term!”

We also ask visitors respect the facility and other users whilst taking responsibility for their belongings and any waste, in order to support us in the running of the two pools. We also ask visitors to report any acts of vandalism or damage to us as soon as possible.

Please remember that staff will be working above and beyond their normal role in order to keep these paddling pools open and safe for all to enjoy. If you happen to see them opening or closing the pools, please treat them with respect as without their help it wouldn't be possible for the pools to remain open. In order to help maintain the water quality please ensure that food or drink is not taken into the pools, swim aids or toys are clean and free from debris and visitors go to the toilet and ideally shower before they arrive.

If you have any urgent concerns about the pools, please contact Mid Devon Leisure on 01884 255255 or e-mail leisure@middevon.gov.uk

The pools will be open between 10am to 6pm until the end of the school summer holidays. The last day of pool opening is Sunday 10 September.