A HISTORIC pool has achieved a £5,000 funding boost to improve its facilities.

The Friends of Bude Pool can now go ahead and build a focal point containing lockers and changing facilities, a refreshments' kiosk, and an educational hub for children conducting school projects. All will be available for residents, visitors and schools alike.

The pool was built in 1930. It provides a safe haven for people of all ages to swim and enjoy the coast. This new facility will also include a staff viewing point.

The charity has been fundraising through a variety of activities for some time, including swimming distances equivalent to the English Channel.

It has raised around £4,000 to go towards the £9,000 cost of the new facility.

With the £5,000 award from Engage Mutual, the project can now begin.

Details of the £5,000 award can be found at http://www.engagemutual.com/foundation/ef_story/friends-of-bude-sea-pool/">www.engagemutual.com/foundation/ef_story/friends-of-bude-sea-pool/

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