Flumes gone as former beach leisure centre demolition gets underway

17 October 2025

The demolition of the former beach leisure centre is well underway with the iconic swimming pool flumes being the first part of the building to go.

A large specialist grab machine tore apart the flumes in just over a day before moving on to begin the demolition of the pool itself.

Once the pool and an adjoining bridge link to the Beach Ballroom have been removed, the main sports hall will also be demolished.

Demolition works are expected to be completed by Christmas, and the site will be cleared of all materials in January.

The Linx Ice Arena will remain open and operate as normal during the demolition process.