The reopening of Hartsdown swimming pool in Margate has suffered another setback.
The pool was expected to reopen in May – more than a year after it was shut due to damage caused in Storm Eunice.
The storm in February last year resulted in roof damage at the pool building and this then “created further complex required works due to its construction.”
Work started on site in November but the need for additional interior work has pushed the reopening date back to late June.
A statement from operator Your Leisure says: “It is with regret that we announce a short additional delay to the reopening of Hartsdown Pool.
“Due to the requirement for additional interior work that has evolved the initial project scope and issues within the contractor supply chain, there will be an additional delay to the planned May reopening. The work completion timeline now points to a late June reopening.
“We sincerely apologise for the further delay, it’s news that is as disappointing to Your Leisure as it is for customers and the community. Your Leisure continues to work with our partners at Thanet District Council, structural engineers, contractors and building inspectors to ensure that these works progress and any foreseeable further delays are avoided.”
Your Leisure says affected members have had courses moved to other centres or subscription/membership frozen.
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