Water park in Bristol

“Great place to take your dog for a bit of free running. They've got 2 fields. After the rain it's muddy - especially around the entry gate so make sure to take wellies. A hose is available to clean your dog as well as poo bags and a bowl with water.”

“We had a fantastic time doing all three of the high ropes courses. We particularly enjoyed the zip lines. Our group of four was well looked after by the staff who were friendly, welcoming and professional. We hope to be back soon!”

“What a beautiful small village! Unfortunately I visit this place not on the finest weather but it still look extraordinary pretty. There is a big parking lot around 10 minutes walk from the village.”

“Amazing and beautiful space. Well done to Kira, Jonathan and all the volunteers for bringing it back to life. Perfect birdsong and babbling river soundtrack. Looking forward to more visits and it becoming a Westbury landmark again.”

“An absolutely stunning garden teeming with the most beautiful azaleas and rhododendrons. Paradise on earth on a sunny day. Well worth the entry fee. Picnics are welcome and the toilets were clean. Lots of parking. Not great for the less mobile due to steep undulating paths.”

“One if not the best park in Bristol. It has everything: 2 childrens playgrounds, zip ride, tennis courts, cricket pitch, bowling green, bandstand, café, aviary, sensory garden, beautiful flower beds plus newly refurbished toilets. Everything on the level and fully accessible”

“Had a lovely walk by the riverside with my partner and a lovely walk through the woods took an inflatable boat and went up and down the river was so relaxing sat at the picnic area and had food and drink that we brought plenty of seats on the walk you can even stop of at the pup for a bite to eat and drink there is a car park with toilets and a coffee van we're you can get hot drinks and cakes also pushchair wheelchair and dog friendly the walk caters for all abilities you don't have to be an experienced walker I went in August when the weather was very hot and Sunny”

“If I were to recommend a park to visit in Bath, Alexandra Park would be at the top of my list. Not only is it in a fantastic location with plenty of scenic walking trails leading to interesting spots, but it also boasts arguably the most stunning panoramic view of the city. On top of that, you can enjoy delicious coffee and pastries from Choux Box, and there’s plenty of space for dogs to run around. A must-visit!”

“An amazing experience if you find anything to do with planes interesting. Spent 3 hours there and could have done more but had another event to attend. There was an amazing amount of history in one place on how aerospace evolved over the years. If you find planes and their history interested this is definitely one to go to! Highly recommmend it!”

“This is a glorious, compact park full of mature trees that is maintained with the help of a band of dedicated volunteers. Perfect for anyone seeking to be inspired and consoled by nature. In the autumn, walk along the path beneath the canopy of century old horse chestnut trees. In the winter, enjoy the light filtering through the trees. In the spring, admire the beauty of the many cherry blossom trees. In the summer, sit in the cool shade of the rose covered arbor. Every season gives its own joy.”

“Went to a craft fair and fun dog show, which brought in many people. Lovely park, which the friends keep immaculate.”

“A brilliant place to spend the day, there is a fantastic play area for children to have all the fun in the world, and the walk around the park is lovely, it's quite heavenly listening to the stream and the birds”

“Very fast with strong currents to pull you along. My favourite attraction at the water park.”

“Great little camp site. Staff very friendly and helpful. Showers were amazing. Good water pressure and very clean. Toilets spotless. Great little park for the kids and lush orchard walks. Fire pit hire was great little touch. Only downside is the noise from the road, kept me awake as I'm not used to it.”

“A beautiful lido. It has a really big main pool with half sectioned for lane swimming during the open swim session, so you can still swim. There is a slide on the open part. Great cafe, which is cheap. Fantastic ticket value for the facilities.”

“Such an awesome place. Great for families to chill by the cafe and play sports or wander down to the valley for the lakes The views are amazing when the sun is out Highly recommended and you only have to pay for parking or free for NT members Note: path to the lakes is steep. Not ideal for old folk! Its approx 1 mile from cafe to boathouse”

“The star of this park is the Great Barn ( r tithe barn), which is truly a fabulous structure dating back to the 14th-century. The other barns are also very interesting and we also took the short walk along the river to Bradford-on-Avon (maybe 8 minutes)”

“Spacious park, duck pond, playground. Friendly shack selling drinks, duckfood and snacks.”

“I took my nephew to this park today and it instantly hit me with a wave of nostalgia. This was the very same park I used to visit as a little one with my family. I remember happily walking down Happy Lane, a narrow footpath decorated with creative artwork from amazing people, though sadly a few have vandalised it with white or pink scribbles. It’s an incredible place that holds so much sentimental value for me. My nephew had an amazing time and especially loved the swings. I was glad to see they’d kept the splash pool too. I have fond memories of splashing around in it as a kid, and seeing him enjoy the park made it feel like my childhood smile had been passed down to him. It’s funny and beautiful how life works sometimes. Nostalgia truly is a gift.”

“We love this park; so much variety and more challenging equipment for older children. We always take bird seed to feed the ducks, moorhens and swans (and pigeons!) who live on the large lake behind the playground. The cafe is lovely and there is usually an icecream van there too. The water play area is fab in the summer (photos show it switched off as it is October), my girls can spend hours playing in it. There is a smallish concrete basketball court which doubles as a football pitch which is very popular. I love the logs dotted around which have been intricately carved with native species. Well worth a visit and definitely one of my favourite Children’s parks in Bristol/South Glos.”

“Beautiful National Trust site. Excellent walks with stunning views. Dyrham Park house is just stunning with beautiful gardens, church, and ponds. You have video history, tea rooms, and a mobility bus for the elderly and disabled. Really helpful, informative staff. We would highly recommend.”

“Beautiful in Autumn and a great play park, even for big kids.”

“Beautiful park and good facilities. Cafe, play area, tennis courts, a bandstand! Gorgeous mature trees and plenty of space.”

“Really good farm, variety of great options to keep kids of all ages entertained. We visited with age 2 and 6, kids were kept busy until the very end. Lake canoeing (No additional cost) Trampoline Big pillow bounce Small pillow bounce 2x indoor play areas 3x Outdoor playgrounds, one with sand pit, another with zip wire Pond with large fishes in Water park Outdoor castle play area Lots of farm animals plus deers which was a bonus, feeding, petting zones. Tractor tour ride around the farm (additional £3 each). It's one of those areas that you wished you lived closer and would definitely visit on a regular basis because your kids had so much fun. Staff were all very friendly. Great service all round. Highly recommend for family outings...”

“Lovely site, all staff so friendly and facilities top quality. Shower rooms so clean and warm. Looking forward to our next visit”

“I recently visited Chew Valley Animal Park and booked the private capybara experience, and I have to say it was absolutely worth it. The capybaras were incredible to see up close, and being able to pet and feed them made the experience so special. The animal keeper leading the session was fantastic as well, really engaging, full of knowledge, and clearly passionate about the animals, which made the whole experience even better. On top of that, I really enjoyed the cuddle sessions with the smaller animals. Getting to hold and spend time with the mice, rabbits and guinea pigs was such a lovely part of the visit. My favourite had to be a guinea pig called Coco Chanel, who was a total diva in the best way. In my photos she’s the brown, fluffy one with loads of hair, she definitely stole the show. The park itself is really well set out with great enclosures that look spacious and well cared for. I also loved how interactive it was in certain areas. The goat enclosure in particular was brilliant; as soon as you go in with food, they swarm around you, which was a lot of fun. The arctic fox was another highlight, such a beautiful and majestic animal to see up close. It’s also clear the park has thought about the practical side of things too, with loads of washing stations around, which makes the whole experience a lot more comfortable and family friendly. We stopped at the restaurant as well and were pleasantly surprised. I had the margarita pizza with chips and the pizza was cooked on a stone base, which gave it that lovely authentic taste. On top of that, booking the capybara experience came with a £5 voucher to use on food, which was a really nice bonus. Overall, Chew Valley Animal Park is a fantastic place to visit. Between the amazing animals, the interactive enclosures, the cuddle time with the smaller pets, the knowledgeable staff, and even the little touches like food vouchers and plenty of washing stations, it felt like a really well rounded day out. I’ll definitely be coming back again.”

“Lovely, peaceful site. Not to big and very quiet. Lakeside pitch is ideal. Grounds and facilities are kept pristine. Back again. Amazing coronation weekend. Bev pulled out all the stops and organised a great party. Totally unexpected but well worth it. Plenty of dog walks offsite within 5 mins driving. Various takeaways and supermarkets all within easy drive. All in all it’s still a lovely site run by lovely people. 13 July 2025. Back again. Nothings changed. The site is still as quiet and peaceful as it’s always been. Bev works hard and it shows. Really great site. Added bonus, Riches Cider Farm 10 mins down the road, do a great takeaway Sunday carvery”

“Really lovely place to visit. Quiet, peaceful but with fascinating tales of botany to educate too. There's a really nice cafe as a bonus.”

“as for the place, it is something completely different, a beautiful canyon that we can see from the top while walking along the trail and from the bottom, from both sides there is a completely different impression. If someone likes mountain climates, I highly recommend it. There are two caves, the larger one makes an incredible impression, you have to see it because I can't describe it. The price for all the attractions is 25 pounds, but in my opinion it is worth it.”

“Very nice park within the city. There is a free car park, big, open fields, a lake, a river and plenty of woodland. Especially good to visit now in the spring as you will see ducklings and baby swans in the pond. You can also walk along the river, surrounded by trees. It's a very busy place, lots of people with dogs so smell is not the best.”