Warwick District Council has announced that the refurbished paddling pool at Victoria Park will reopen this Saturday (26 July.)

The pool has benefited from a "much-needed" upgrade, including non-slip surfaces, improved pool surrounds, jets and fountains with free-standing shades, and benches around the outside for parents, creating a cleaner, safer environment for families to enjoy.

The refurbishment has been beset by some unforeseen delays with materials and parts, but the Council is pleased to confirm that the pool will be open at the start of the summer holidays for families to enjoy and will remain open until September.

Cllr Will Roberts, Portfolio Holder for Neighbourhood, said: "We really appreciate people's patience as we've worked to get the pool ready and open for the summer holidays.

"It's fantastic to be able to provide this fun, free, family-friendly facility in the centre of Leamington, and I look forward to welcoming you all this coming Saturday."

If visiting by car, parking for Victoria Park is available at:

• Adelaide Bridge car park
• St. Peters multi-storey car park
• Station Approach car park

The Council has said that due to the more complex nature of the construction of Warwick's St Nicholas Park paddling pool and ongoing challenges with onsite water levels, this facility will take a little longer to complete, and its teams are working hard to resolve these issues.

Further updates will be shared over the coming weeks.