Beccles Lido closing to fix leak for two weeks this winter

Beccles Lido, which stays open in the winter, has yet to confirm the dates it will close to repair the leak.

News of the leak was revealed in an update from the lido, which also said it had had a good year so far.

A statement said: "The weather has been quite mixed this year, and in no way lived up to last year’s eight-week heatwave.

"Despite the weather, we have had a good season, with many more members joining this year, and a greater availability of fun and inflatable sessions for families.

"This is just as well, as we have faced some very large expenses this season thanks to the energy crisis, hikes in chlorine prices and the discovery of a leak.

"Our main project this winter will be to repair the leak we have discovered in the main pool.

"This is no simple task and will require us to close for two weeks and complete a lot of digging.

"Fixing this leak will allow us to save valuable money on water, chlorine, and gas – plus help us ensure the water temperature stays stable."

A man propels himself off the springboard at Beccles Lido (Image: Sonya Duncan)

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The Beccles Beer Festival at the Public Hall in November is the lido's biggest fundraiser. 

This year’s event will be between November 10 and 12. 

The Lido opens through much of the winter for cold water swimming sessions (Image: Submitted)

Spike Island inflatable at Beccles Lido (Image: Submitted)

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The lido statement added: "If you would like to further support us by donating to fix the leak, please visit our website www.beccleslido.com, where you can donate by card via PayPal.

"You can also join our lottery via our website, which supports us all year round and gives you the chance to win over £200 every month in the prize draw."

Families enjoying the summer at Beccles Lido (Image: Sonya Duncan)