A West Berkshire lido has closed its doors following its first full season at Northcroft Leisure Centre.

Northcroft Lido in Newbury reopened in April following a massive £5 million refurbishment in 2023.

After a busy Summer with over 40,000 visitors from across the county, it has shut it’s doors until Spring 2025.

A spokesperson from West Berkshire Council said: “It’s been a fantastic summer and we hope you've enjoyed using the fabulous lido. Since opening in April, over 40,000 visitors have used the lido, whether that’s for lane swimming or for family swim sessions.

“You can still enjoy swimming in our indoor pool at Northcroft Leisure Centre, and in case you haven’t heard, the centre is currently being refurbished too!”

Everyone Active, that operates Northcroft Leisure Centre, will reopen the heated, Olympic-length fully accessible swimming pool from Thursday, March 28 next year.

Early morning swimmers left testimonials about the lido as they visited throughout the Summer.

One said: “One of the best ways to start the day.”

Another user and keen swimmer added: “Fabulous facility – I swim with the Newbury Masters swimmers and we’ve relocated our training here for the Summer.”