Swimmers across Southport are getting ready to make waves when Splash World opens to the public tomorrow (Saturday).
And with the final cost coming in at £8.3million, the funding taken to build it was certainly no drop in the ocean.
The first families in Southport have been enjoying preview swims there this week, with the Bailey clan leading the way in testing out the new attraction.
Their verdicts were unanimous – Murtle the Turtle’s new home has huge ‘wow’ factor.
The Lazy River tyre ride, the flume chutes, the play areas and everything else the water park has to offer will fast become a mecca for thrill-seekers across the North West.
It is a timely boost after the closure of nearby Pleasureland last year – and even there there is great news, with operator Norman Wallis announcing that he hopes to bring around 50 rides to the site and open in two weeks.
Along with great events including the best-ever Summer Classics line-up (names include Lulu, Marc Almond, Australian Pink Floyd and Jools Holland), Southport Flower Show and the Woodvale Rally, this summer is guaranteed to put smiles on the faces of thousands of local children.
A huge well done to Sefton Council, Allenbuild, and everyone else concerned.
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