More details of what a new King Alfred leisure centre could have to offer families have been published as the council responds to fears there won’t be much.
A planning application submitted this month for a replacement leisure centre on Hove seafront showed plans of the layout of the swimming pools – but with little other detail.
Hundreds of people have commented, with many saying there doesn’t seem to be enough for children.
Today, the council said while the final details are still being finalised, they will include interactive play, a slide or small enclosed flume along with jets/fountains aimed at younger children.
It has shared pictures of features at Britannia Leisure Centre in Hackney and Center Parcs Park Bostalsee in Germany as examples of what could be installed here.
And it says the main pool could be used to host the same type of inflatables which are on offer at the Prince Regent.
It also says the pools having separate filtration systems will avoid the current situation where if there is a contamination incident in one pool, all the pools need to be closed.
It hopes to provide more information about the exact specifications in the coming weeks.
Cabinet member for sports and recreation Alan Robins said: “The new King Alfred will be a fantastic space for families, children, young people and residents of all ages from across the whole city to enjoy.
“The new facility will provide a better experience for people in the city. There will be more space for sport and activities, more variety on offer and a more inclusive experience for all.
“Hundreds of people have already shared their views, and I’d encourage people to explore the plans and make a comment on the planning application if they’d like it to be considered.”
To view and comment on the planning application, click here.
These are just stock photos you can buy from a photo agency. Are they going to glue them around the new King Alfred to decorate it?
Well I’d be impressed if the Council was able to go forward in time and take photos of the actual pool.
But at this rate the level of misinformation and sheer stupidly by people trying to derail the project, the King Alfred will stay a crappy run down mess for ever.
“It has shared pictures of features at Britannia Leisure Centre in Hackney and Centre Parcs Park Bostalsee in Germany as examples of what could be installed here.”