ST GEORGE’S Paddling Pool in Kidderminster has opened earlier than planned, just in time for this weekend’s sunny weather.

Repair and maintenance work to the pool has been undertaken in previous works and was due to open on Saturday, July 23.

However, Kidderminster Town Council, which operates the pool, has announced the popular facility is open from July 8 from 10 am until 5:30 pm.

The paddling pool will be open every day until Saturday, September 3 from 10 am until 5:30 pm.

The splash pad at Brinton Park is still closed until further notice due to a major water leak it is hoped it will be open during the summer holidays.

Meanwhile, Riverside Paddling Pool in Stourport is open from 10 am to 5:30 pm every day until Sunday, September 4.