MEMBERS of Derby Phoenix Swimming Club have backed moves by the charitable trust that runs Lonsdale swimming pool in Mickleover to find another site to build a new pool.
The swimming club, which is based at Lonsdale Pool, has been established for 50 years
Lonsdale Swimming and Sports Trust Ltd is looking for a 1.5-acre site to build a new £4 million 2,500 sq m leisure centre with an eight-lane 25m length pool, a 200-seat viewing area and a second training pool. They also plan to include a gym and fitness studio in the centre.
This will replace the ageing 45-year-old pool, which is currently the base for a number of local schools and clubs, as a venue for swimming lessons for about 600 children a week and for members of the public.
The pool's extensive running costs are currently supported with £100,000 a year grant by the developers building Varsity Grange on the former university site.
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