In our news archive of July last year, we talked about swimming in Tiverton. Here is an advert from the end of May 1923 announcing the opening of the new pool in Leat Street.

The Gazette always had several columns devoted to jokes, some funnier than others! Here is an example from 1923.

This postcard from our collection shows, not only the changing facilities at the Leat Street pool but also the grandstand, covered seating for the spectators who supported the galas and other activities.

We have a photo of the water polo team outside the baths shortly after they were opened. Unfortunately the quality isn’t great but we have reproduced it here. Interestingly, although the baths opened in 1923, the outside of the building is dated the following year! There is no date on this photo of the local team.