The world’s first transparent Sky Pool suspended 115 feet above London between two tower blocks has finally neared completion – a year behind schedule.

The aquarium-style pool was lifted into place two months ago by one of the largest mobile cranes in the world after making a 4,720-mile journey from its place of construction in Colorado.

Swimmers will be able to enjoy views across central London while completing lengths between buildings in a new residential neighbourhood in Nine Elms, Vauxhall.