WHEN it's one of the hottest days of the year, a splash around in saltwater is just what the doctor ordered. But if a dip in the sea isn't on the cards, it might still be possible to bring on the brine, by heading to one of the inland lidos fed by natural springs . We did just that when we headed to Nantwich outdoor pool in Cheshire, one of the last inland brine lidos in the country, to see why swimming in saltwater is making a splash.
Back in 2014, it was named one of the best lidos in country by the Telegraph, according to Great British Life . Unlike the sea, the pool is heated to a constant 22C and could be even warmer on a sunny day. This is a lovely little lido , with loungers and a sunbathing lawn at one end near an icecream and snack shack for getting your treats after your swim.
The modern changing village inside the leisure centre is large, with lots of cubicles for families and individuals, and there's also an old alfresco toilet block for outdoor swimmers. The water was refreshing and not too salty, with plenty of space for lane swimmers and families who just wanted a splash about. One thing that really stood out at this pool was how friendly and welcoming the staff were.
One of the lifeguards took time to reassure my smallest boy about getting in the water and the lady working at the snack shack was lovely too. It added to the chilled out atmosphere that all the best lidos have. This pool is in the perfect spot if you're driving to North Wales and want somewhere t.
