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  • The Lido at Ebbw Vale was built in 1930 by unemployed men who volunteered for the task. It closed in 1961 to be replaced by an indoor swimming pool. Source: I. Williams, 'Then and Now: Ebbw Vale' (Stroud, 2000).
The Lido, Ebbw Vale, 1930s
Public swimming pool, 'Edwardsville Baths', Treharris, c. 1930
  • This handbill lists the attractions and events which were held on the Pier, Rhyl, on Monday 14 August 1899. These included a 'great water Carnival' with swimming races and diving competitions. Musical entertainment was also provided by George H. Penn's 'Celebrated Royal Pierrots'.
Handbill advertising attractions on the Pier, Rhyl, 14 August 1899
  • Photographed by Geoff Charles.
Official homecoming in Pontypridd for Jenny James who swam the English Channel, 24 August 1951
Swimming pool, Ynysangharad Park, Pontypridd
The Bathing Stage, Roath Park Lake, Cardiff, early 20th century