Swimmers Guide: Aylesbury Aqua Vale
Aylesbury Inter Club Relay Gala
A modern 8 lane variable depth deck level pool with high ends. There is a large spectator area next to the poolside. The complex has a Leisure pool with lazy river, slides etc. and a heated open air pool.
Fast times can be achieved here.
The changing area for all pools is unisex cubicles and the lockers were £1 (refundable) in 2009.
Eating facilities - There is a Cafe (not sure if it sells hot food).
Car Park - The centre has a car park which is pay and display, but if you use using the centre the ticket is refundable at reception.
The Aylesbury inter club meet is a fun event which consists of 4 X 25 relays, 50m sprints and a 16 x 25 Cannon at the end.
Current trophy holders are South Beds Masters SC!
2008 - The electronic timing was not used.
Positives
- Really Fast pool.
- Spectators can sit with swimmers.
Negatives
- No swim down facilities.
- PA is a bit poor.
Overall - This is a fantastic pool where you can achieve really fast times.
It is crying out for somebody to put a masters meet on here - as long as the electronic timing is working.