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Westridge swim gala promotes water safety as Cape Town pools open for school holidays

4+ hour, 6+ min ago  (330+ words) On Saturday, 28 March, the Westridge Swimming Pool held its 2026 Learn-to-Swim Fun Gala. Officially launched in 2022, the annual event is part of the City of Cape Town's broader drowning prevention, water safety and active living programmes. With the school holidays currently…...

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Tidal pools in Cape Town - 10 of the Best

2+ week, 3+ hour ago  (535+ words) Need to beat the heat or planning to explore Cape Town's stunning coastline? Check out this guide to the 10 best tidal pools in Cape Town! Opt for a sunrise or sunset visit when temperatures are too high. Indulge in a…...

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capetownetc.com > lifestyle > public-pools-remain-open-across-cape-town-as-temperatures-soar

Cape Town public pools remaining open amidst heat wave

3+ week, 2+ day ago  (353+ words) As Cape Town moves into autumn, temperatures have been gradually dropping. However, current forecasts predict a heat wave in the next week, with temperatures reportedly reaching 37 "C. Fortunately, many public pools across Cape Town have yet to close for the season....

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Public pools shift to weekend hours in Cape Town

2+ mon, 1+ week ago  (572+ words) Cape Town's public swimming pools are entering a new phase of their summer operations following a festive season that drew thousands of residents and visitors to municipal facilities across the city. Most community pools will now scale back to weekend-only…...

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When and where Cape Town's community pools are reopening for summer

4+ mon, 2+ week ago  (394+ words) Cape Town's favourite splash spots are on track to make waves again this summer. The City of Cape Town's Recreation and Parks Department has officially begun its phased reopening of community swimming pools ahead of the 2025/26 season, giving residents across…...

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5 indoor activities to keep you and your kids entertained at home

9+ mon, 3+ week ago  (521+ words) On gloomy, wet days in Cape Town, it's easy to feel a little bit stifled when opting to stay indoors " especially when the little ones are cooped up alongside you, bringing their boredom to your attention every (what feels like)…...