Published Friday 18 August 2023 at 15:19
The Strategic Director of Environment & Operations has taken the decision to close Daisyfield Pools in Blackburn at the end of today, until further notice.
The Council has health and safety concerns about pool plant and equipment in the 118 year old building it owns. It would not be right to continue providing swimming sessions while the building is in such poor condition.
We have been in discussions with Half Fish, the independent business that operates Daisyfield Pools about our concerns.
Martin Eden commented:
“We have had to take a difficult decision to close the pool, but the safety of users and staff must be our priority.
“Significant investment is needed for repairs and to bring the building back to an acceptable standard.
“Executive members will give consideration to the building’s future at the Executive Board meeting on 7 September.”