TBIH2024 | Cleveland Pools

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Chair of the Cleveland Pools Trust Paul Simons presents the Cleveland Pools project in a talk with TBIH's Kate Seymour. In 2023 it won the European Heritage Award / Europa Nostra Award in Category Conservation & Adaptive Reuse.

The 19th-century Cleveland Pools in Bath lay dormant since the 1980s until a community-led effort restored it. Initiated in 2004 to oppose commercial development, the campaign garnered support from Bath and national heritage organizations. Restoration focused on historical accuracy, sustainability, and accessibility, reviving the original pool's design and functionality. New facilities were added with sensitivity to the site's heritage. The renovated Cleveland Pools offer a unique glimpse into Bath's heritage, inviting visitors to enjoy open-air swimming while embracing the city's rich history.

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