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We Explored the Newly Refurbished Portishead Lido After a £1.7 Million Upgrade Sunday, May 3, 2026 portishead lido swimming refurbishment outdoorpool café community tourism swimmingpool renovation Swimming in Portishead isn’t as straightforward as you might think. The local marina and nearby beaches aren’t safe for a dip—water quality issues from the Bristol Channel’s run-off and the constant flow of cargo ships and … Read More
Six Somerset Beaches to Avoid Swimming In Saturday, April 18, 2026 somerset beaches waterquality environmentagency swimming bathingwater pollution swimfo warnings defra As the warmer months approach, many look forward to a refreshing dip in the sea. However, not all beaches in Somerset are safe for swimming. Official warnings have been issued against bathing at several locations due to poor … Read More
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Fusion Lifestyle, Operator of Devon and Somerset Leisure Centres, Enters Administration Friday, April 3, 2026 fusionlifestyle administration leisurecentres somerset devon councilsupport swimming fitness community recovery Fusion Lifestyle, a charity managing numerous leisure centres and swimming pools across England—including several key locations in Somerset and Devon—has entered administration following ongoing financial challenges. The … Read More
Fusion Lifestyle Enters Administration: Somerset and Devon Leisure Centres to Remain Open Friday, April 3, 2026 fusion leisure somerset devon administration council swimming gym community parkwood Fusion Lifestyle, the charity managing numerous leisure centres and swimming pools across England, including several in Somerset and Devon, has entered administration after enduring prolonged financial difficulties. The … Read More