A popular leisure centre in Stoke-on-Trent reached its 30th birthday this week and hosted a huge pool party to celebrate.

Dimensions Leisure Centre, on Scotia Road, turned 30 on Wednesday 13 July.

Over 600 people attended its first ever tropical Hawaiian Luau at the weekend, which had a Tiki bar, bouncy castle and fairground games.

Two staff members, Jenny Lincoln-Evans and Roger Moore have both worked at the Burslem leisure centre since it opened.

Over 600 people attended the pool party which had a bar, bouncy castle and fairground games (Stoke-on-Trent City Council).

Jenny Lincoln-Evans who is a receptionist at the centre said: "Coming to Dimensions every day is like visiting a big family, the centre been a large part of my family's life as well as my daughter works here.

"There is always a shoulder to cry on and someone to make you laugh and give you a hug. Thank you to the Dimensions team and members for the last 30 years, here's to another 30."

The Stoke-on-Trent City Council run leisure centre is now home to a modern gym, which offers a wide range of classes including spinning classes, yoga and aqua fit just to name a few and expert help from experienced gym instructors.

It also has a fantasy fun pool, a play tower for children to play on, outdoor 3G football pitches, a licensed café bar, and a bespoke sensory room.

Dimensions Leisure Centre now has a gym, football pitches, cafe and sensory room (Stoke-on-Trent City Council).

Councillor Jane Ashworth, leader of Stoke-on-Trent City Council, said: "Dimensions Leisure Centre is an integral place in our community and has remained popular. Over the past 30 years families have visited and residents have got to enjoy using the facilities, I know many people will have childhood memories visiting the centre. 

"Whether you want to make a splash under the water fountains, ride the rapids, shoot down the dragon slide or simply relax in the hot spas or hydro pool, we'll always ensure you have a fun and value-for-money visit. If you haven't visited the centre yet, please do make the visit over the summer."

Dimensions Leisure Centre is open Monday to Friday from 6:15am till 10pm and weekends 7.15am till 6pm.

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