SWIMMERS will be out in force when Hornby pool is officially relaunched on Tuesday (October 30).

After 18 months of closure due to budget cuts, the swimming pool was rescued and reopened thanks to the enthusiasm and fundraising of the Lune Valley Community Society.

A special guest who first dreamed up the idea of a village pool to save pupils' lives, 40 years ago, is to perform the opening ceremony at midday.

Refreshments will be served at Hornby Village Institute from 1pm to 3pm.