Campaigners argue £5m repairs to Stroud lido are 'unnecessary'
By Bea Swallow
Published on April 12, 2026.
Stroud District Council in Gloucester has announced that Stratford Park Lido will be closed for the 2026 summer season due to safety concerns and the need for £5m in repairs. However, campaigners argue that the closure is unnecessary. They are urging someone to contribute to the cost of the repairs.
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