17 astonishing aerial pictures as major Hilsea Lido project races towards finish line

Incredible drone footage has revealed the considerable work that has been completed at Hilsea Lido while a protective tent was in place over the past year.

The lido regeneration project, which is costing aprroximately £7.75m, will restore the 90-year-old pool to its former glory with new changing rooms, benches, tables, fountain, a fully functioning pool and a sauna.

The tent was established last May to undertake rendering, painting and tiling with the contractors, Beard, installing handrails and ladders in due course.

A Portsmouth City Council spokesperson previously said: “Once it's complete, we'll hand the keys over to Sea Lanes, who will be running the site with South Downs Leisure. They'll need some time to train their staff, and bring in the extra equipment they need, but watch this space for an opening date.”

More updates to follow.