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East Cowes Paddling Pool Reopens!

Credit: Shoreside Cafe

East Cowes' paddling pool has reopened.

It was closed in June after cyclists rode through it after it was recently repainted - and children were also left covered in blue paint, as previously reported by Isle of Wight Radio.

It's thought the youngsters riding bicycles in the pool damaged its surface, allowing water to seep under the paint surface - thus turning children blue.

The pool has now been drained and has been refilled today (Wednesday).

At the time of the incident  East Cowes Town Council apologised, it said:

'We realise how disappointing this will be to everyone, but we take our responsibilities to the community seriously and will always act in their best interests. We are hopeful that the pool will be open once again in time for the summer holidays.'

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