New Olympia Swimming and Leisure Centre - Dundee

So, the new Olympia Swimming and Leisure Centre in Dundee finally opened its doors yesterday (Thursday 27th June 2013).  More than 6 months behind schedule and at a cost of over £30 million.  I am a little sad that the original Olympia has finally shut its doors for the last time, I always thought that it was a great and perfect location right by the water (and almost like a wee escape from the city centre), got lots of fond memories of the old place. 

Ideal location - The old Olympia Swimming and Leisure Centre.

But times are changing and a more modern complex was needed.  I am sure I will grow to love the new Olympia and look forward to taking my daughter there soon and enjoy going to the place as a family as well - it really does look like an impressive, modern and fun place.

New Olympia Swimming and Leisure Pool - Dundee, Scotland (June 2013)

It doesn't appear to be quite the most spacious of places and I'd imagine it would get very crammed during peak times.  The old place was definitely a lot more open and spacious.  I am also not convinced that it is the greatest of locations to be honest (by Gallagher Retail Park near the City Centre).  It could cause mass havoc and contribute to a lot of traffic congestion in the area, not forgetting how dangerous it could be with the busy roads surrounding the new complex, particularly with the many young children and families that will be going about.  People will just have to be a little patient and take that little bit extra care.  Food for thought.

Below is a wee video (provided by The Courier), showing you clips of the new Olympia with some of its first visitors giving their thoughts also.