New review of swimming facilities

The council said St Annes pool was not making enough money

A wide-ranging review of swimming facilities on the Fylde is to take place in the wake of the announcement that two pools could close.

Fylde Borough Council confirmed plans to shut St Annes baths last month, although the threatened pool at Kirkham was given a reprieve.

St Annes was deemed not cost effective but the council said it could discuss other sites which may be.

Councillors, business leaders and pool supporters will meet later in April.

Fylde Council said the interest shown in swimming since the threat was revealed had prompted a more thorough review.

Local consultation

Local people and businesses are now very focussed on swimming in a way that hasn't happened before," said John Coombes, leader of Fylde Borough Council.

"This meeting is a chance to discuss a number of options, including the feasibility of another site, in an effort to ensure that local swimming continues but in a cost effective manner.

"The council is very much at the heart of these discussions and we are determined to do all we can, with both national and local partners, to ensure a satisfactory outcome for Fylde residents."

The outcome of the meeting will be made public and Fylde Borough Council will be consulting local people on the options being considered.