Multiple Historic UK, Australian Pools, Falls Reopen After Closures

Several notable swimming facilities and natural swimming spots are reopening after renovations or closures. The historic Droitwich Spa Lido near Birmingham, known for its unique saltwater pool, will reopen for the 2025 summer season with special events marking its 90th anniversary and plans for significant redevelopment. England’s highest open-air swimming pool, Shap Swimming Pool, will reopen following a successful fundraising campaign to cover essential maintenance and rising operational costs. Prudhoe Waterworld in Northumberland has completed a £1.6 million refurbishment, including improved accessibility and updated facilities, and is reopening ahead of the school holidays. In Australia, Gunlom Falls in Kakadu National Park, closed for six years due to a legal dispute over sacred site disturbance, is set to reopen after traditional owners approved its reopening following a court settlement. These reopenings highlight community efforts to preserve and enhance recreational swimming venues while respecting cultural heritage.