There will be no paddling in the water feature in Nottingham's Old Market Square this summer. Usually as temperatures start to rise kids can be seen splashing about and even the occasional adult has been known to take a dip to cool down.
But this summer the fountains will remain off while investigations are carried out to solve problems, including water leaking into the electrical control room below the Square. The feature was installed 15 years ago when Slab Square was given a £7m overhaul.
Nottingham City Council leader, Coun David Mellen, said: “The water feature in Old Market Square has been switched off because essential repair works are needed to ensure it can run safely. The works require further detailed investigation before we can decide the best way of addressing the issues identified, which include water leaking into the electrical control room below the Square.
