It’s one of those iconic places which most people have a tale to tell and will always be a valued piece of the resort’s legacy. These photos tap into its end, the days when the bulldozers moved in to begin the task of demolition. It didn’t go without a fight though – people protested and made their voices heard to the bitter end – but to no avail.
1. Derby Baths demolition
A bulldozer eats away at the once proud Derby Baths in May 1990 Photo: National World
2. Derby Baths demolition
A sign of the times - this was 1989 Photo: National World
3. Derby Baths demolition
The last few piles of rubble were the final remnants of the famous Derby Baths in this aerial shot from 1990 Photo: National World
4. Derby Baths demolition
The concrete pillars hang on by a thread whilst the Splash Land sign can be seen firmly fixed to a wall - but not for much longer Photo: National World
5. Derby Baths demolition
This is quite a familiar photo which has resurfaced through the years. It shows how people made their feelings clear Photo: National World
6. Derby Baths demolition
The mangled wreck of steel work was all that remained in 1990 Photo: Submit