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Scotsman
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
20 great photos of former Edinburgh attraction that made a splash in the 90s Leith Waterworld
Leith Waterworld was a leisure pool built on the site of the former Leith Central railway station, which opened in 1992. It was the only pool in Edinburgh with a wave machine, and there was also a fast river run and flumes. It was closed in January 2012 in order to save funds for the Royal Commonwealth Pool's renovation and re-opening. A campaigning group against the closure, called Splashback, were funded to carry out feasibility studies, but the property has been converted into a children's soft-play centre. It first closed in November 1999 after problems were found including tiles coming away from walls, electrical problems and rusting structures. It reopened in 2002 and a new multisensory play area was introduced in 2003. Edinburgh's only other flumes opened at the Royal Commonwealth Pool in the late 80s, but unfortunately the much-loved 'Commie' flumes, including the ultra-fast Stingray and the more relaxing River Rapids, were removed in the early 2000s. 1 . Making a splash Kids enjoying the watershoots at Leith Waterworld in March, 1998. | TSPL Photo: National World Photo Sales 2 . Opening Children celebrate the opening of the new swimming pool at Leith Waterworld in May 1992. | TSPL Photo: National World Photo Sales 3 . In the pool Teenagers in the pool at Waterworld in Leith, March 1993. | TSPL Photo: National World Photo Sales 4 . Bubble pool Lynn and Shauni (5) Noble enjoying the bubble pool at Leith Waterworld in March, 1998. | TSPL Photo: National World Photo Sales Related topics: EdinburghRenovationProperty
Edinburgh Reporter
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Reporter
Edinburgh Leisure is on the hunt for the next generation of divers
For those who have been inspired by divers such as Jack Laugher, Andrea Spendolini-Sirieix (daughter of Fred!) and Tom Daley, Edinburgh Leisure is offering the opportunity for children to go and try diving with their experienced coaches at The Royal Commonwealth Pool to see if they have a talent for the sport. Children should be between 5 and 16 years old, able to swim 10 metres unaided, confident in deep water and submerge in water without goggles. No experience is necessary as they will be learning basic skills but those interested in gymnastics, trampolining, acrobatics or similar sports might enjoy this opportunity to try a new sport. Priced at just £3, the diving taster sessions at the Royal Commonwealth Pool are offered on: Monday 4 – Friday 8 August at 17.10 – 17.40 To secure a place, interested people should visit the Edinburgh Leisure website. Edinburgh Leisure offers a world-class diving programme at the Royal Commonwealth Pool, complete with a dedicated Dry Dive Area with trampolines and harnesses, which enables more experienced divers to practice the twists and turns before trying them out on the boards. Their diving programme follows the National Diving Award Scheme right through to competitive level. Athletes training at the Royal Commonwealth Pool include local Edinburgh boy, James Heatly (GB); Yona Knight-Wisdom (Jamaica) and Grace Reid, who grew up in the capital, are amongst other Olympians who have previously trained at the Commie. For more information: Like this: Like Related
Scotsman
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Springboard into diving - Edinburgh Leisure is on the hunt for the next generation of divers
Edinburgh Leisure is on the hunt for the next generation of divers. For those who have been inspired by divers such as Jack Laugher, Andrea Spendolini-Sirieix (daughter of Fred!) and Tom Daley, Edinburgh Leisure is offering the opportunity for children to come and try diving with our experienced coaches at the Royal Commonwealth Pool to see if they have a talent for the sport. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Children should be between 5 and 16 years old, able to swim 10 metres unaided, confident in deep water and submerge in water without goggles. No experience in necessary as they will be learning basic skills but those interested in gymnastics, trampolining, acrobatics or similar sports might enjoy this opportunity to try a new sport. Priced at just £3, the diving taster sessions at the Royal Commonwealth Pool are offered on: Monday 4 – Friday 8 August at 5.10 – 5.40pm. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Dive tasters for children offered during the holidays To secure a place, interested people should visit the Edinburgh Leisure website - Edinburgh Leisure offers a world class diving programme at the Royal Commonwealth Pool, complete with a dedicated Dry Dive Area with trampolines and harnesses, which enables more experienced divers to practice twists and turns before trying them out on the boards. Their diving programme follows the National Diving Award Scheme right through to competitive level. Athletes training at the Royal Commonwealth Pool include local Edinburgh boy, James Heatly (GB); Yona Knight-Wisdom (Jamaica) and Grace Reid, who grew up in the capital, are amongst other Olympians who have previously trained at the Commie. For more information:
Edinburgh Reporter
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Reporter
Learn about Edinburgh's sporting heritage at pop up exhibition
As part of the city-wide Edinburgh 900 celebrations, a new exhibition celebrating Edinburgh's rich sporting legacy opens this Wednesday at St James Quarter. Free and open to all, the exhibition invites visitors to explore Edinburgh Leisure's history of leisure and sport through displays and stories. Located in a dedicated Edinburgh 900 pop-up on Leith Street, next to Mor Bakery, the exhibition showcases the 'City of Leisure' theme and features highlights from three Edinburgh Leisure displays. Great Lengths and Your Health is for Life Discover Edinburgh Leisure's 27-year commitment to promoting active lifestyles and delve into the fascinating history of the city's Victorian swimming pools, including the iconic Royal Commonwealth Pool. Teeing Off Through Time Celebrate Edinburgh's prestigious golfing heritage designed to be displayed at the 125th Edinburgh Evening News Dispatch Trophy, held at Braid Hills Golf Course in May. Learn about the city's pivotal role in golf's origins, explore Edinburgh Leisure's six scenic golf courses, and uncover the stories behind historic tournaments like the Dispatch Trophy and Gibson Cup, which have shaped local golfing traditions for over 130 years. Whether you're a sports enthusiast, history buff, leisure enthusiast or simply curious, this exhibition offers a unique opportunity to experience Edinburgh's sporting spirit – all under one roof. Admission is free, and no booking is required. You can learn about Edinburgh Leisure's Active Communities programmes, which support over 12,500 people affected by health conditions, disabilities, inequalities and poverty to get active, membership options including their 4-week summer pass, available now, fundraising initiatives and also volunteering opportunities. Like this: Like Related
BBC News
28-06-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
Hanlon among winners at Scottish Championships
Scottish National Open Swimming ChampionshipsVenue: Royal Commonwealth Pool, Edinburgh Dates: 27-29 June Coverage: Live on the BBC Sport website, app and iPlayer Kara Hanlon, Suzie McNair and Ciara Schlosshan added to their titles on day two of the Scottish Swimming British champion Hanlon followed her 100m gold on Friday by winning the 200m won the 200m IM, having previously secured the 400m IM, and Schlosshan took gold in the 50m butterfly - her third win of the weekend - while Gregor Swinney won the men's Bertoli won the 400m IM and Melissa Mainwaring secured 100m backstroke Rogers was successful in the 200m IM and 400m freestyle while Jamie Ferguson won the championships at Edinburgh's Royal Commonwealth Pool end on Sunday, with live coverage on BBC digital platforms.
