One of the grandest of the 1930s modernist seaside lidos, the massive structure measured 396 feet by 110 feet and was said to be the largest outdoor pool in Europe when it opened in 1936.
The venue could accommodate 1,200 bathers and 3,000 spectators, and became the home of the hugely popular Miss Great Britain competition with heats and the finals regularly taking place there.
For 40 years, the stadium provided pleasure for thousands, both visitors and residents, but as tastes and opinions changed and the stadium began to leak, concerns grew about its future.
The bulldozers finally moved in and by Easter 1977, the stadium was super no more.
Below you’ll find 34 pictures that bring back memories of the magnificent Super Swimming Stadium in its heyday. We hope you enjoy them.
25. Super Swimming Stadium
Old photos of the Miss Great Britain 1968 contest held at the Super Swimming Stadium. Photo: Christopher Holmes
26. Super Swimming Stadium
Former contestants in 2013 at the Midland Hotel Miss Great Britain 1968 Reunion Dinner. Photo: Christopher Holmes
27. Super Swimming Stadium
Carole Redhead won the Miss Great Britain title at Morecambe in 1964. Photo: Staff
28. Super Swimming Stadium
Before the Miss Great Britain competition rounds, 'Aqua-Lovelies’ would adorn the poolside and put on a fine display of synchronised swimming for the crowds. Photo: Submit