Why did Sedgemoor Splash close?
Why did Sedgemoor Splash close?
Dwindling council funds thanks to the global economical crisis meant the leisure centre, among others, was earmarked for closure. Councillors agreed that the £700,000 annual upkeep was not money well spent and could not afford to invest millions to modernise Sedgemoor Splash.
When did Sedgemoor Splash close?
August 30, 2009
Their protests were unsuccessful and the swimming centre was closed on August 30, 2009 and was later flattened to make way for a car park in 2016. It was a sad day when The Splash closed down after 18 years and still holds a special place in many Bridgwater residents’ hearts.
Who opened Sedgemoor Splash?
Princess Diana
CELEBRITY LOOK BACK: Princess Diana opens Sedgemoor Splash in Bridgwater.
When did Bridgwater Lido shut?
august 2009
The Sedgemoor Splash remained the main home for Bridgwater Amateur Swimming Club until august 2009, when the pool closed its doors for the last time.
What towns are in Sedgemoor?
Towns
- Bridgwater – the administrative centre.
- Burnham-on-Sea.
- North Petherton.
- Highbridge.
- Axbridge.
- Cheddar.
Does Cheddar come under Sedgemoor?
Cheddar is a large village and civil parish in the Sedgemoor district of the English county of Somerset.
What council is Wedmore?
Somerset County Council
Somerset County Council is responsible for running the largest and most expensive local services such as education, social services, libraries, main roads, public transport, trading standards, waste disposal and strategic planning. The village is in the Wedmore and Mark electoral ward.
Why is Cheddar Gorge called Cheddar?
History. The name Cheddar comes from the Old English word ceodor, meaning deep dark cavity or pouch. There is evidence of occupation from the Neolithic period in Cheddar. Britain’s oldest complete human skeleton, Cheddar Man, estimated to be 9,000 years old, was found in Cheddar Gorge in 1903.
How far is Cheddar from Weston Super Mare?
10 miles
The distance between Cheddar and Weston-super-Mare is 10 miles. The road distance is 12.7 miles.
Which council covers Brean?
| Brean | |
|---|---|
| District | Sedgemoor |
| Shire county | Somerset |
| Region | South West |
| Country | England |
Which council covers Burnham-on-Sea?
& Highbridge Town Council
Burnham-on-Sea & Highbridge Town Council. You are here: Sedgemoor District Council Home. The Council.
What’s better Cheddar Gorge or Wookey Hole?
Wookey is OK and has the underground lake to look at but they take you on a tour so you don’t get to hang around. Ceddar has three caves (one with a dragon) and you can take your time. Cheddar also has great walks around the gorge and more choice for cafes – walk up the gorge a bit for quiteter ones.