Re-opening of Basingstoke Aquadrome flumes delayed
Council had hoped they'd be available for half-term
The Aquadrome flumes will reopen in December, after essential work that started earlier this year is completed.
The work carried out by Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council was needed to protect the flume tower steel structure and internal and external wall panels from the high humidity levels.
It is expected that the flumes will reopen by mid-December, in time for the school Christmas holidays.
The other areas of the Aquadrome, including the 25 and 20-metre swimming pool, lagoon and gym facilities, are still open while this work takes place.
Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council’s Cabinet Member for Resident Services Cllr Rebecca Bean said: “I am pleased that the Aquadrome will be reopening so that visitors can enjoy the full range of activities while we develop plans for a modern new facility.
“We would like to apologise for the disruption these essential repairs have caused but hope that visitors will return to enjoy the fun that the Aquadrome offers for the whole family.”
Chair of the Basingstoke and Deane Community Leisure Trust Hazel Tilbury said: “I’m delighted that we will soon be reopening our much-loved flumes at the Aquadrome. They are a key part of the improved visitor experience in the wider facility, and we’re looking forward to the fun they bring to everyone riding the slides.”
The council had hoped to reopen the Aquadrome flumes in time for the October half-term holidays, but due to unforeseen delays in receiving parts needed for the work this was not possible.
For more information on The Aquadrome, visit www.basingstokeleisure.com/basingstoke-aquadrome/