Hampstead Heath lido closed after fight breaks out over bank holiday
The Parliament Hill Lido in Hampstead Heath was closed after a fight broke out among swimmers during the Bank Holiday weekend. The incident involved an individual being struck on the head with a bottle, prompting the charity that operates the lido to condemn the behavior. The lido is expected to reopen after ensuring safety for staff and the public.
- ▪The lido was closed from Monday until Wednesday due to the incident.
- ▪The fight occurred on Monday evening, leading to a temporary closure for safety reasons.
- ▪The Metropolitan Police Service is investigating the altercation.
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