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Chingfords hillside swimming pool nearly ready. Chingfords new swimming
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Chingfords hillside swimming pool nearly ready. Chingfords new swimming
Chingfords hillside swimming pool nearly ready.
Chingfords new swimming pool at Larkswood is nearing completion and will be opened by Sir Kingsley Wood, Minister of Health, in a fortnights time.
The pool is being built on a site of seven acres of woodland. As it is situated on the side of a hill thousands of tons of earth had to be removed. Its position gives protection from the wind and has maxiumu amount of sun.
The area of the pool is 2700 square yards having a swimming length of 165 feet and a width of 60 feet.
It has a cafe, sunn terraces and administrative buildings.
Photo shows, the new swimming pool dominating the surrounding countryside. The view from the pool is one of the best around London, overlooking the Lee Valley to the hills of Hertfordshire.
14 July 1936
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This print captures the anticipation surrounding Chingfords new hillside swimming pool in 1936. With its completion just around the corner, excitement fills the air as locals eagerly await its grand opening by Sir Kingsley Wood, Minister of Health. Nestled within seven acres of enchanting woodland, this architectural marvel required extensive excavation to accommodate its unique hillside location. Positioned strategically on the side of a hill, this pool offers both protection from gusty winds and an abundance of sunshine. Spanning an impressive area of 2700 square yards, it boasts a generous swimming length of 165 feet and a width of 60 feet. But it is not only size that sets this pool apart; it also features additional amenities such as a charming cafe, sun terraces for lounging under clear skies, and administrative buildings to ensure smooth operations. The photograph showcases the stunning dominance of this new swimming pool over the picturesque countryside that surrounds it. From here, visitors are treated to breathtaking views overlooking London's Lee Valley all the way to Hertfordshire's rolling hills. As we gaze upon this historic image frozen in time, we can't help but imagine how exhilarating it must have been for those who witnessed Chingfords hillside swimming pool come to life almost nine decades ago.
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