IT could not be a better time to take up outdoor swimming.

With outdoor and open water swimming becoming increasingly popular, and lidos making a comeback, there are venues and training opportunities round the country open to people who are keen to develop their swimming skills.

It is tragic to see that Vale of the White Horse is contemplating closing the Abingdon Meadow Outdoor Pool, instead of making the long overdue investment that would help attract more local families and visitors to this pool.

JOAN DAMERELL

Godfrey Close

Abingdon