Shoalstone

Shoalstone Pool is built into a natural rock pool that in Victorian times was popular for bathing. As a salt water pool, there is an abundant supply of water; however in 1896 two walls were built to retain the tidal water that flooded in. In 2004 Torbay Council could no longer afford to support the pool. A public meeting was convened and a decision taken to create a working party to look at keeping the pool open. This subsequently became “The Friends of Shoalstone Pool” who worked with Torbay Council to maintain the pool thus reducing the cost to Torbay Council. When setting its budget in 2014 Torbay Council drew up plans to close Shoalstone Pool. Following prolonged negotiations Brixham…

This pool is the English Riviera's only open air 50m sea-water swimming pool. The pool is used by local families and schools in the area. There are excellent views across Torbay at high tide. The swimming season is May–September during which it has lifeguards on duty from 10am to 6pm. There is no charge for swimming. The pool is managed by Shoalstone Pool CIO and supported by the Friends of Shoalstone Pool. Shoalstone Pool is an outdoor 53 metre sea water swimming pool situated in a stunning position on Brixham sea front. The pool is one of only a few left in the country. The pool is funded from donations, grants, fund-raising, sponsorship, advertising on site, car park revenue and the hire…