By Cleethorpes Boating Lake closed until further notice due to ongoing drought
Popular local attraction Cleethorpes Boating lake has sadly announced that it will be closed until further notice due to the ongoing drought.
Last week many residents were left concerned as this summer’s extreme, dry heat has caused the water levels in the lake to decrease dramatically.
There have been calls for action for locals and residents to band together to donate whatever they can, or help to keep the area clean and upkeep the Boating Lake to the highest standard.
Others have called on North East Lincolnshire Council to help the much-loved local business during this difficult time.
The owners said: “Due to the ongoing drought, the very low water levels, and now impassable sections of the lake, it is with great sadness that we are now going to have to close until further notice.”
“We are working alongside the council with all these issues, and they are aware of all the problems and we hope we can resolve this with them as soon as possible.”
“All refunds have now been given out. Thank you to all the public who have supported and helped us during this difficult time…we will still be down every day putting out water boxes for the birds and hope to reopen as soon as we can.”
Many locals were shocked and saddened to hear the news, with one stating: “So sad and angry can’t help but think something could’ve been sorted to help you.”
Another added: “Let’s hope the council can help in some way and pray for a downpour.”
Others recalled happy memories of the boating lake: “My girls regularly enjoy a rowing boat, pedalo, and kayak of yours. Fingers crossed you get to open again soon.”
North East Lincolnshire Council has previously commented on the decreasing water levels at the lake, stating: “As we are all very aware, the prolonged spell of hot, dry weather is causing significant issues across the whole of the country. Lincolnshire (which does include North East Lincs) has been declared a drought area along with a whole swathe of south and east England.
“Whilst we closely monitor all our water courses, there is nothing we can do but to wait for rainfall and for it to naturally fill again Taking water from elsewhere to fill it up would be highly irresponsible given the current situation.
“We will continue to monitor water quality in all our ponds and lakes and do take water samples if any sign of poor water quality is identified. If we identify any conditions that may cause a risk to people or animals, such as dogs, we would take steps to restrict public access to the water until weather conditions and water quality return to normal levels.”
