A beloved lido has been saved from closure by a seaside community just in time for temperatures to soar this weekend.
With Britain heading for a heatwave this bank holiday weekend, Teignmouth Lido in Devon has reopened today after residents raged against its closure.
The outdoor swimming pool had faced the threat of shutting down earlier this year before community opposition secured its future.
Temperatures across the UK are expected to hit 30C over the next few days, making the timing ideal for the lido's return.
Warm winds from Iberia will sweep across the Continent into Britain, steered by a dome of high pressure set to last through next week.
On Friday, London saw temperatures higher than 28C on the warmest day of the year so far.
The UK Health Security Agency have issued amber heat health alerts for the Midlands, east and south east England.
The 25-metre pool sits just a wall's distance from the seafront, offering swimmers scenic views of the Devon coastline.
The pool offers different session types throughout the day for all, including general swimming, dedicated lane swimming and family fun periods.
Outraged locals rallied together to rescue the facility after closure plans emerged earlier this year.
Teignbridge District Council will operate the lido throughout the summer season, with the long-term planning involving the transfer of ownership to the community.
The pool holds deep sentimental value for many families in the area, with generations having created memories at the waterside venue.
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The lido sits adjacent to Teignmouth Seafront Beach, a large stretch of sand featuring Devon's distinctive red colouring.
Teignmouth Pier, dating back to 1867, stands as one of only two pleasure piers remaining in the South West.
The historic structure is home to traditional penny arcade machines alongside modern video games, plus food and ice cream shops.
However, the Devon town is not the only community whose locals have saved their adored lido from closure.
Essex's last remaining lido is gearing up to reopen this weekend as well, just as Britons are ready to bask in the blazing sun.
Brightlingsea Lido, along Promenade Way, has opened its doors this weekend, with a full-day of activities ready for swimmers.
The outdoor pool was first opened in 1932 as a tidal saltwater pool. It was later converted into a chlorinated freshwater basin.
But, in 2017, the pool came face-to-face with closure after Tendring Council declared the lido had fallen into a state of disrepair.
Nevertheless, volunteers saved the much-loved local site and restored it to reopen the following year.
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