WATCH: Drone footage shows eye-opening dismantling process of protective tent at Hilsea Lido

Millions of pounds have been injected into the regeneration scheme at the outdoor pool which is hurtling towards completion.

The protective tent, which was in place for rendering, painting and tiling work, is now being dismantled over the next couple of weeks.

In an update from the Portsmouth City Council, a spokesperson said: “It'll be all hands on deck to install handrails and ladders in the pool, fill it up, finish off the landscaping, and bring in the beach huts and kiosk area.

“Once it's complete, we'll hand the keys over to Sea Lanes, who will be running the site with South Downs Leisure. They'll need some time to train their staff, and bring in the extra equipment they need, but watch this space for an opening date.”