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Explore Family-Friendly Activities at Cotswold Water Park Retreats

Cotswold Water Park Retreats offers an ideal destination for families looking to enjoy a variety of activities amidst the stunning natural beauty of the Cotswolds. Our location provides endless opportunities for fun, adventure, and quality family time.

Outdoor Adventures

Firstly, immerse your family in the great outdoors with a range of activities available right on your doorstep:

  • Watersports: Try your hand at paddleboarding, kayaking, or sailing on the pristine lakes of the Cotswold Water Park.
  • Cycling and Walking Trails: Furthermore, explore scenic trails that wind through the park, perfect for cycling or leisurely family walks.
  • Fishing: Additionally, enjoy a peaceful day of fishing at one of the many well-stocked lakes.

Nature and Wildlife

Moreover, discover the rich wildlife and natural beauty of the area:

  • Birdwatching: The park is a haven for birdwatchers, with numerous hides and observation points to see a variety of bird species.
  • Wildlife Spotting: Take a stroll through nature reserves and keep an eye out for local wildlife, including deer, otters, and rare butterflies.

Family Attractions

The Cotswold Water Park area is surrounded by family-friendly attractions. For instance:

  • Cotswold Wildlife Park: Spend a day exploring this expansive wildlife park, home to a wide range of animals from around the world.
  • Cotswold Farm Park: Experience a hands-on day at the farm, where kids can meet and learn about farm animals.
  • Corinium Museum: Dive into the history of the Cotswolds with fascinating exhibits and interactive displays.
  • Cotswold Country Park and Beach: The UKs largest inland beach – complete with AquaVenture!

Water-Based Fun

In addition to land activities, make a splash with a variety of water-based activities:

  • Swimming: Enjoy designated swimming areas in the lakes or head to a nearby indoor pool.
  • Boating: Rent a boat for a relaxing trip on the water, perfect for families to enjoy together.

Relaxation and Leisure

For a more relaxed pace, there are plenty of options:

  • Picnics: Find a scenic spot by the water for a family picnic.
  • Gardens and Parks: Visit nearby gardens and parks for a leisurely day out, taking in the beautiful landscapes and floral displays.

Dining and Local Cuisine

After a day of adventure, enjoy a meal at one of the many family-friendly restaurants and tearooms in the area, offering a range of local and international cuisine to satisfy all tastes.

Plan Your Perfect Family Holiday

Cotswold Water Park Retreats is dedicated to providing a memorable experience for families. With a wide range of activities to suit all ages and interests, you can create lasting memories together. Therefore, book your stay today and start planning your perfect family holiday filled with adventure and relaxation.

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Cotswold Country Park and Beach

Opening on the 23rd March in time for Easter (tickets available online now) the country park and beach offers more than just beach activities. Check their website for events, opening times and booking. Parking is generally quite tight so please make sure that you book your car and guests in on line in advance of travelling to the park. It is about 5 minutes in the car from our properties on Waters Edge, Summer lake and Little Horseshoe. Cotswold Country Park and Beach itself is celebrated for offering the largest inland beach in the UK, alongside a multitude of activities such as open water swimming, paddleboarding, kayaking, and the AquaVenture water park, the largest inflatable waterpark in the area. The park comprises two lakes that were formed around forty years ago through gravel extraction, and these lakes have since become a hub for a variety of water-based and family-friendly activities​ The AquaVenture water park has been there for a few years now and is hugely popular – again book your tickets in advance!!  
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Lake 32 Outdoor Centre

Practice your survival skills in the Cotswolds with a bushcraft course or fancy open water swimming whilst you are visiting us? Head on down to Lake 32 next to the Cotswold Country Park and Beach for some great adventures! You can take lessons in all the sports they offer or use your own equipment on the lake. Lake 32 operate the sports of Windsurfing, Sailing, Kayaking, Canoeing, Archery, Raft building, Problem solving, Bush Craft & Survival Skills and Low Ropes. Waterland operate a very successful Triathlon Group and you can swim in the lake before 10am seven days a week. So much to do at Lake 32 pop along and enjoy the great outdoors! They often have events planned so always worth checking out their website for details. PS You can walk around the whole of the lake (or run!) – grab your wristband from the cafe before you head out  
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Corinium Museum

The Corinium Museum, nestled in the heart of Cirencester, the ‘Capital of the Cotswolds,’ is a gateway to the rich and intricate history of Roman Britain. It stands on the site of what was once one of the largest Roman towns in England, offering a captivating glimpse into ancient life through its remarkable collection of Roman artifacts. From intricate mosaics and exquisite jewelry to well-preserved Roman villas, the museum brings the past to life through interactive exhibits and educational programs. It not only highlights Cirencester’s Roman heritage but also traces the area’s history from the Stone Age through to the modern period. A visit here promises an enriching experience for history buffs, families, and anyone keen to explore the layers of time that make up the Cotswolds’ unique character. Remember to visit the Roman amphitheatre off Cotswold Avenue in Cirencester which is listed as an ancient monument and also the Roman Villa at Chedworth, the largest such find in the UK.
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Water Skiing

Lakeside Ski and Wake

Lakeside Ski and Wake has been one of our consistently favourite places since we first started coming to the area. It has a bit of everything its a sports bar showing most of the big events on large screens It has skiing and wakeboarding plus inflatables Excellent bar and friendly staff Always serves a great breakfast! popular with locals option for inside or outside dining A lot of our guests finish their holidays here with a big breakfast before hitting the road or alternatively if you get their a little early then a late lunch helps pass the time before check in!  
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Sky Line Aerial Adventure

For visitors at Little Horseshoe Lake, particularly around Pond Lodge and Island Lodge you will see the huge climbing frame in place across the lane and set up in South Cerney Outdoors area. The facility is very new, only going live in May ’23 and has proved to be hugely successful through the summer (in spite of the rain Sky-Line is an aerial adventure… 14 obstacles over two levels at up to 12m off the ground… An assault course with the added challenge of height. Open to anyone age 8+, this activity requires a good basic level of fitness and mobility and will challenge your confidence, balance and resilience Bookable now at weekends and school holidays as part of our Pay & Play programme. a 45 minute session is just £15 Feeling extra confident… Why not add our 13m Drop Zone at check out and experience stepping off a 13m vertical drop  

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