Published: September 3, 2008
Burnham-On-Sea Swim and Sports Academy unveils 'phase two' plans

Plans to transform the outside of Burnham-On-Sea's former swimming pool with extra high-tech sporting facilities are set to be submitted to Sedgemoor District Council.

The bosses of the Burnham Swim & Sports Academy, Mark Conklin and Sara Cox-Conklin (pictured), this week told Burnham-On-Sea.com about their 'phase two' plans, which include major work to replace the terraced outdoor area at the front of the property in Berrow Road.

"We have started discussions with the architects for a 'phase two' development, which includes some very exciting plans," revealed Mark.

"We hope to introduce a new 10m x 4m therapy pool, a multi-purpose room for exercise classes, several physio rooms, additional office space and a large water fountain to act as a centrepiece," he added.

"They are exciting plans, but it should be noted that everything is subject to council planning approval."

Sara and Mark modernised the inside of the swimming pool earlier this year after taking over the property's lease from Sedgemoor District Council in May following months of uncertainty about its future.

The academy opened its doors in July and has since then attracted thousands of visitors after a very busy first month of operation, much to the delight of its new owners.