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.
29. Super Swimming Stadium
12 ‘Aqua-Lovelies’ who put on a fine display of synchronised swimming for the crowds before the Miss Great Britain heats. Photo: Submit
30. Super Swimming Stadium
Contestants at the first Miss Great Britain pageant at Morecambe in 1945 with winner Lydia Reid in a white swimsuit. Photo: Submit
31. Super Swimming Stadium
A Miss Great Britain representative from Morecambe visits Dutton Forshaw showroom. Photo: Staff
32. Super Swimming Stadium
Rita Dempsey at a Midland Hotel Miss Great Britain 1968 Reunion Dinner. Photo: Christopher Holmes