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Lakeside Adventures: Aqua Park, Paddleboarding
& Open Water Swimming in Worcestershire
Outdoor water fun in Hartlebury (DY11 7YJ)
You’ll find our spring-fed lake on Station Road, Hartlebury, Worcestershire (DY11 7YJ), just a short walk from Hartlebury Train Station. Our main summer activities are taking a winter break, but our winter swimming sessions are still running for experienced cold-water swimmers.
Our Aqua Park returns in May 2027, and our regular Paddleboarding season is over for now, although selected sessions may run when conditions allow. Meanwhile, our Open Water Swimming community keeps going through winter. And you can still buy gift vouchers and 2027 Season Passes online!
Plan your visit
Quick facts (for easy planning)
- Address: Station Road, Hartlebury, Worcestershire, DY11 7YJ
- Getting here: a short walk from Hartlebury Train Station, plus free on-site parking
- Aqua Park: closed for winter • returns May 2027 • ages 7+ (additional rules apply to younger children)
- Gift vouchers & 2027 passes: available to buy online
- Open Water Swimming: winter sessions for experienced cold-water swimmers aged 16+, currently scheduled until 18 December 2026
- Paddleboarding: regular season finished; occasional winter sessions subject to conditions
- Safety: RLSS-qualified lifeguards on the water for every session
- Facilities: on-site café, changing rooms & toilets
Less stuff. More splashes! 🎁
Forget another pair of socks! Give them something they’ll actually remember. Choose a monetary gift voucher and let them pick their own Lakeside adventure, or choose a voucher for a specific experience. Perfect for Christmas, birthdays or just because!
And for the Aqua Park fans? 2027 Season Passes are ready for next summer’s splashes.
Shop Gift Vouchers & Season PassesSomething exciting is happening at Lakeside… 👀
Just because the inflatables are packed away doesn’t mean we’re taking it easy! We’re busy planning, improving and adding some exciting new things for 2027. We won’t spoil the surprises just yet, but let’s just say we’re already looking forward to getting everything back on the lake!
Keep your eyes peeled. Summer 2027 is going to be a good one!
Choose your water activity
Planning next summer’s family day out or looking for a gift with a bit more splash? Explore what’s coming back in 2027. For now, our winter swimming sessions continue for experienced cold-water swimmers, with selected paddleboarding sessions when conditions allow.
Aqua Park
Closed for winter
Back May 2027
✅ Perfect for birthdays, mates days out & family adventures
✅ Ages 7+ (see age and supervision rules)
✅ 2027 Season Passes & gift vouchers available
Paddleboarding
Main season finished
Selected winter sessions may run
✅ Launch your own or hire a board in season
✅ Winter sessions subject to weather and availability
✅ Gift vouchers available for future adventures
Open Water Swimming
Winter swims are on!
Come for the swim, stay for the community
✅ For experienced cold-water swimmers aged 16+
✅ Qualified lifeguards at every session
✅ Fire pits, homemade soup & friendly lakeside catch-ups
A little quieter over winter… but we’re still here!
The Aqua Park is packed away and our regular paddleboarding season has finished, but our experienced cold-water swimmers are still making a splash! Join us for winter swims, warming fire pits, homemade soup and plenty of lakeside chatter. Already comfortable with cold-water swimming but new to Lakeside? We’d love to welcome you.
Our winter swimming timetable currently runs until 18 December 2026. For last-minute updates, special swims and socials, join our swim community.
Fun that feels well looked after
RLSS-qualified lifeguards, easy access by train, and facilities on site — so you can focus on the fun.
Safety, facilities & easy travel
Quick FAQs
Wondering what’s open, what’s coming back and how to give a Lakeside adventure? Here are the quick answers.
Is Lakeside open over winter?
Our Aqua Park and regular paddleboarding season have finished, but experienced cold-water swimmers can still join our winter swim sessions. We may also run selected paddleboarding sessions when conditions allow. Gift vouchers and 2027 Season Passes are available online.
Can I buy gift vouchers?
Yes! Choose a monetary gift voucher or a voucher for a specific Lakeside experience. Both are available through our online booking shop.
Can I buy a 2027 Aqua Park Season Pass?
Yes — 2027 Aqua Park Season Passes are available in our online booking shop.
Can we hire wetsuits?
We do indeed — wetsuits are optional and can be hired on the day at reception.
When does the Aqua Park open?
The Aqua Park is closed for winter and returns in May 2027. You can buy 2027 Season Passes and gift vouchers online now.
What else can we do on the lake?
Winter open water swimming continues for experienced cold-water swimmers aged 16+. Selected paddleboarding sessions may run when conditions allow; the Aqua Park returns in May 2027.
Do I need to book in advance?
For sessions that are running, book online to secure your place and complete any required waivers:
Book Activities.
What age is the Aqua Park for?
The Aqua Park is for ages 7+, with a minimum height of 1.22m. Ages 7–9 need an adult on the water (1 adult to 3 children), and ages 10–16 need an adult on site. Full rules are on the Aqua Park page.
Can I bring my own paddleboard?
During our paddleboarding season, you can bring your own board or hire one of ours. Selected winter sessions may also run when conditions allow:
Paddleboarding Info.
Is it supervised / are lifeguards on the water?
All sessions are supervised by RLSS-qualified lifeguards.
Learn more: RLSS UK.
What facilities are on site?
We have an on-site café, changing facilities and toilets — so you can arrive, get ready, and relax after.
