Fylde Council Progresses Plans to Improve Swimming Provision Throughout the Borough – Fylde Council

Fylde Council has agreed a contract extension with the YMCA to function St Annes Swimming Pool till 31 March 2026, making certain steady service whereas the aggressive tender course of reaches completion. Several skilled operators have now submitted detailed proposals for enhanced services via funding.

The extension grew to become needed because the Council progressed bidders to a remaining tender stage, requiring further time to analyse refined proposals and costings. It is anticipated {that a} new operator will probably be appointed from April 2026.

The tender additionally consists of potential restoration of Kirkham Swimming Pool. Kirkham Pool may very well be refurbished if remaining bids current inexpensive choices permitting funding throughout each websites. Ultimately, the choice will rely on the provision of funding streams based mostly on the monetary viability of submitted proposals. In the meantime, Kirkham Swimming Pool is being made secure and safe to forestall additional vandalism or deterioration while a funding package deal is put collectively.

Councillor Jayne Nixon, Lead Member for Tourism, Leisure and Culture, stated: “We’re currently analysing proposals from operators who share our commitment to providing accessible and sustainable swimming facilities for all Fylde residents. We recognise that these pools are essential community assets, and we’re working to secure the best possible future for our facilities, both in St Annes and in Kirkham, while ensuring vital services like school swimming continue throughout.”

The Council expects to announce the profitable operator in early 2026, with companies transferring from the YMCA in April 2026. Current membership preparations proceed unchanged, however these with membership queries ought to contact the YMCA directly.

Residents can discover all updates on our devoted swimming webpage.