PR 215

For immediate release

18 July 2006

Paddlers and sailors of miniature yachts are being assured that the temporary dry spell at the Gorleston Lower Promenade yacht pond and paddling pool will be rectified by the beginning of the school holidays.

Four years ago Great Yarmouth Borough Council sunk a borehole to help fill the yacht pond and paddling pool. This supply has now diminished to such an extent that a new borehole is having to be sunk.

“We were filling the pond with mains water but as well as being an expense, in these days when we hear constantly about water shortages - it isn’t the best way to use this resource,” explained environmental strategy officer Michael Stephenson.

“The only alternative has been to close the pool for the week commencing July 17 while contractors sink the new borehole.”

For further information call environmental strategy officer Michael Stephenson on 01493 846439.