The sparkling blue waters of our pools offer great activities for all ages and abilities, such as free swimming for pregnant women, parent and toddler swim sessions and junior swimming lessons.

Southampton City Council has issued advice to answer the common questions after the leisure centre operator announced it would cease trading.

Alan Ayles, aged 67, has retired after 19 years at Redlodge Community Pool. A pool manager, swim teacher and coach, Alan is a beloved figure who has taught thousands in Southampton how to swim.