Community leaves mark on Eston Pool construction

The construction of a Teesside swimming facility has reached a major milestone, with residents leaving their mark on its construction.

As the steel frame of the new Eston Pool takes shape, one beam has been signed by community members, including 95-year-old Norman Spencer, believed to be the first swimmer in the original pool when it opened in 1960. 

Members of Eston Swim Club also added their names, ensuring a lasting legacy for the local team, whose 90+ members have been temporarily relocated to Redcar’s Leisure Centre while work continues on the new facility.

Phil Horner, head coach at the club, said: “It’s really exciting times for everyone at Eston Swim Club and the people of the TS6 area.

“The pool has been a long time coming as it seems like we have missed a decade of children who have potentially missed out on learning a lifesaving skill.

“The club’s swimmers have excelled in their training at Redcar Leisure Centre, pushing the club and each other to higher levels of swimming. 

“With a new pool that the swimmers can call their home, it will bring exciting new opportunities for everyone.”

Once complete in early 2026, the venue, which will be operated by Everyone Active, will feature a 25 metre, six lane pool with changing areas, a 150-seat spectator gallery, an official’s room for gala use and a Changing Places facility, which can be accessed via a new lobby.

The project has been supported by funding from the Government, Redcar & Cleveland Borough Council and the Tees Valley mayor and Combined Authority.

Councillor Alec Brown, leader of Redcar & Cleveland Borough Council, added: “This milestone marks another step towards delivering a fantastic new facility for our community. 

“I’m especially proud that we added a learner pool to the design after listening to the community, ensuring young swimmers and beginners have a dedicated space to build their confidence and skills in the water.

“This isn’t just a building, it’s an investment in our borough’s health, fitness and future.”

Tees Valley mayor Ben Houchen added: “This shows the real, personal impact our funding has on local people – in creating great facilities that they can be proud of and, in this case, one they are part of the fabric of.

“Our big-ticket investments are creating jobs and getting more money in people’s pockets, but it’s these smaller interventions that are meaningfully improving lives and wellbeing. 

“I’m delighted the people of Eston will be able to enjoy swimming once again in a top-quality pool.”

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