Sea pool set to reopen after tide issues

An outdoor pool is set to reopen this weekend after bosses were forced to shut the attraction because high tides failed to refill it.

Shoalstone Pool in Brixham, south Devon, relies on the tide for its water. But this week's calm sea conditions meant the water did not travel high enough.

David Thomas, operations manager, said: "We had a pool clean on Monday, but the tide didn't come over as expected.

"To address this, we've installed a sea pump to fill the pool at high tide and we're working hard to ensure the pool is ready for the weekend."

Shoalstone Pool, operated by a charity, remains free for public use.

The attraction will undergo significant renovations later this summer.

"We'll be closing the pool in August for essential upgrades," Mr Thomas said.

"Thanks to a government grant, we'll be installing a new deep end, a raised deck, replacing railings, and reinforcing the walls to ensure safety for future generations."

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