Nottingham City Council is thrilled to announce the latest progress on rejuvenating Victoria Embankment Paddling Pool, supported by The National Lottery Heritage Fund. As well as the much loved paddling pool there will also be new and improved features to enhance the experience for all visitors. This exciting initiative reflects our ongoing commitment to creating vibrant, safe, and enjoyable public spaces.
Works so far include:
- The splash pad level has been raised and filled to provide a smooth, even surface.
- A brand-new drainage system, including new stormwater connections, has been completed.
- A large underground storage tank, roughly the size of a small van, has been installed to store and treat water used at the paddling pool.
- Due to last year’s weather conditions, waterproofing works were postponed until the spring when a longer dry period allowed them to resume.
- Community-driven enhancements, including bulb planting by volunteers and the planting of apple trees, have added a touch of nature.
- Additional beautification efforts such as a new mural, bench rebuilding and painting, turf releveling and reseeding, and new hedge planting have transformed the space.
- A new vehicle gate has been installed for better accessibility.
- The full repaint of the fencing is nearly complete, with the final touches to be finished once the contractors remove their fences.
The end of the works is now well in sight and contractors will be onsite again from Monday 31st March finishing off the last tasks including the completion of the resin bonding and application of the non-slip coatings. We will then be able to do the system commissioning, testing, and programming of all the electrical and drainage systems. Which means we are well on the way for a late Spring opening – watch this space!
Councillor Sam Lux, Executive Member for Carbon Reduction, Leisure and Culture said: “We are incredibly excited about the transformation of this space and the new amenities it brings to our community. This initiative is a testament to our dedication to providing high-quality, inclusive, and engaging public spaces for everyone.”