Whether it’s escaping the heat or taking the family out on an adventure, there’s always a reason to spend an unforgettable day at the water park!
Fortunately, Coventry is home to a wide range of exhilarating indoor and outdoor water parks.
So without further ado, here are the 12 best water park Coventry venues – both indoor and outdoor – with all the information you may need to plan the perfect family fun day!
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This Article Contains
Water Park Coventry: 7 Amazing Indoor Water Parks Near the City
- The Wave Coventry
- Crystal Leisure Centre, Stourbridge
- The Alton Towers Waterpark, Staffordshire
- Water World UK, Stoke-on-Trent
- Danes Camp Leisure Centre, Northampton
- Stamford Leisure Pool Stamford
- Oasis Beach Pool Bedford
Water Park Coventry: 5 Unforgettable Outdoor Water Parks Near the City
- Cliff Lakes Cliff
- Aqua Park Rutland Whitwell
- Box End Park Bedford
- Splash n Play at War Memorial Park Coventry
- Spot on Wake, Wootton Wawen
Water Park Coventry: 7 Amazing Indoor Water Parks Near the City
What’s the best part of indoor water parks?
It’s a foolproof way to have fun! Come rain or sunshine, and no matter the time of year, in these nine West Midland parks, it’s always summer.
1. The Wave Coventry
This local Coventry waterpark was designed by the Faulknerbrowns architects and Billington Structures manufacturers. Extending off of the Christ Church Spire, the Wave Coventry water park is home to the UK’s largest wave pool, extraordinary water slides and Mana spa.
No wonder this Coventry water park was awarded the “Leading Edge Award” by the World Waterpark Association in 2019!
And since The Wave is operated by Coventry City Council, local water riders can apply for a GO CV card and receive massive discounts at The Wave!
Address: New Union Street, Coventry CV1 2PS, United Kingdom
Timings: Wednesday and Friday 10 am – 12 pm, Rest of the week 10 am – 6 pm
Website: https://thewavecoventry.com/
Phone No: +44 24 7625 2500
Entry fee (peak season): Adults £16.5, children £12, Family pack £50
Age groups: 1 – 14
Attractions/rides: Lazy river, UK’s largest wave pool, play reef, plunge pool, water slides, gym facilities, Mana Spa, mini slides
Nearest bus/train stations:
Bus: Quadrant bus stop (3 min walk)
Train: Coventry Train Station (15 min walk)
Nearby Attractions: Coventry Cathedral, Coventry Transport Museum
Distance from Coventry: 1.2 miles from Coventry city centre
2. Crystal Leisure Centre, Stourbridge
As a lifestyle centre, memberships are needed to access all the general facilities. However, if you’re already a member and don’t feel like driving across the West Midland area for adventure, then the Crystal Leisure Centre is perfect!
Not a member?
No worries! For a once-off fee, visitors still have access to pools, slides, and other awesome water features.
And look out riders, according to recently promoted stories on the Dudley Council website, The Crystal Leisure Centre has received a major revamp!
Address: Bell St, Stourbridge, United Kingdom
Timings: Monday to Friday 12 pm – 8 pm, Saturday and Sunday 9 am – 5 pm
Website: https://www.dbleisure.co.uk/crystal-leisure-centre
Phone No: +44 24 7625 2500
Entry fee: Lifestyle Membership (adult) £27 p/m, Junior membership £16 p/m
Age groups: 8 – 16
Attractions/rides: Leisure pool with slides, shallow beach area, bubble seat, toddler slide, water feature, adult gym facilities and squash courts.
Nearest bus/train stations:
Bus: Stourbridge Ring Rd bus station (15 min walk)
Train: Stourbridge Junction station (10 min walk)
Nearby Attractions: Boing Zone Trampoline Park, Mary Stevens Park
Distance from Coventry: 54 min, 39.2 miles via M42
3. The Alton Towers Waterpark, Staffordshire
The Alton Towers theme park is one of the UK’s largest and most luxurious indoor water parks to date. With indoor and outdoor facilities, your family will have the time of their lives, no matter the weather.
With its priorities set on maximum fun, safety and public health, this waterpark is a favourite amongst the local people!
Address: Alton Towers, Alton, Waterpark, United Kingdom
Timings: Monday to Sunday 10 am – 9 pm (varies)
Website: https://www.altontowers.com/explore/waterpark/
Phone No: +44 371 222 3330
Entry fee: Day pass £18.50
Age groups: All ages
Attractions/rides: Rush ’N’ Rampage, Master Blaster Water Coaster, Flash Floods, Lagoona bay, Wacky Waterworks, The Tipping Bucket, Lazy River, mini slides
Nearest bus/train stations:
Bus: Alton Towers resort bus station (5 min walk)
Train: Uttoxeter station (20 min drive)
Nearby Attractions: Stafford Castle, The Ancient High House
Distance from Coventry: 1 hr 12 min, 54.5 miles via M6 Toll
4. Water World UK, Stoke-on-Trent
Water World is the largest and most successful water theme park in the West Midland area, featuring over 30 exciting rides and water features. Massive drops, tight corners and endless thrills are only the tip of the iceberg for riders at Water World.
And if you aren’t in a swimming mood, there are plenty of other activities you can try out! Get a spa treatment or go for a quick jog on a treadmill. There’s something for the whole family at this amazing indoor waterpark.
Read more on Water Worlds’ latest news and promoted stories here.
Address: Festival Park, Festival Way, Stoke-on-Trent ST1 5PU, United Kingdom
Timings: Tuesday closed. Monday to Thursday 10 am – 3 pm, Friday 10 am – 6 pm, Saturday and Sunday 10 am – 5 pm
Website: https://www.waterworld.co.uk/
Phone No: +44 1782 205747
Entry fee: £21
Age groups: All ages
Attractions/rides: Space Bowl, Twister, Black Hole, Nucleus, Super Flume, Tornado Alley, Lazy River, plunge pool, mini slides, wave pool, Restaurants, + 13 other water rides and activities.
Nearest bus/train stations:
Bus: Water World bus stop (1min walk)
Train: Stoke on Trent train station (7 min walk)
Nearby Attractions: Trentham Estate, The Potteries Museum and Art Gallery
Distance from Coventry: 1 hr 12 min, 64.3 miles via M6
5. Danes Camp Leisure Centre, Northampton
Looking for a water park that’s a little less crowded?
Look no further than Danes Camp Leisure Centre!
This water park features a leisure pool and swimming classes for kids. You can also try out the centre’s rock climbing wall, sauna, gym and cafe. And who knows, maybe you can squeeze in a workout in-between all the fun.
Address: Clannell Rd, Northampton, United Kingdom
Timings: Monday – Friday: 6.30 am – 9 pm, Saturday and Sunday: 8 am – 5 pm
Website: https://www.trilogyleisure.co.uk/centres/danes-camp-leisure-centre/
Phone No: +44 1604 837200
Entry fee: Children £25.99 p/m, Adults £24.99 per month
Age groups: All ages
Attractions/rides: Gym/sports facilities, cinema, leisure pool, water slides, restaurant
Nearest bus/train stations:
Bus: Danes Camp Leisure Centre bus stop (5 min walk)
Train: Northampton Train Station (1h walk)
Nearby Attractions: Trentham Estate, The Potteries Museum and Art Gallery
Distance from Coventry: 51 min, 32.8 miles via M1
6. Stamford Leisure Pool, Stamford
There are countless ways for visitors to have fun at Stamford Leisure Pool. You can have a blast on the water rides and refuel at the in-house spa, cafe, and gym facilities.
Ticks all the boxes of an amazing indoor waterpark in our books!
Address: Drift Rd, Stamford, United Kingdom
Timings: Monday – Friday 6.30 am – 9 pm, Saturday and Sunday: 8 am – 4 pm
Website: https://www.leisuresk.co.uk/Stamford-leisure-pool
Phone No: +44 1780 765522
Entry fee: Memberships from £19.99 p/m, or pay as you go
Age groups: 3 +
Attractions/rides: First class leisure pool with a flume, water features, slides, wave pool, beach area, cafes, gym, squash courts
Nearest bus/train stations:
Bus: Stanford College bus stop (2 min walk)
Train: Stamford Lincs Train station (30 min walk)
Nearby Attractions: Burghley House, All Saints Church
Distance from Coventry: 1 hr 19 min, 59.9 miles via A43 and A14
7. Oasis Beach Pool, Bedford
The Oasis Beach pool is a spire-shaped building jam-packed with one-of-a-kind water rides and attractions. Relax in the venue’s fantastic steam room facilities or grab a bite at one of their cafes.
Address: Cardington Rd, Bedford, United Kingdom
Timings: Monday – Friday: 8 am – 8 pm, Saturday and Sunday: 8:30 am – 6:30 pm
Website: https://www.fusion-lifestyle.com/centres/oasis-beach-pool/
Phone No: +44 1234 272100
Entry fee: Adult pass from £5.90, and kids pass from £2.60
Age groups: 3+
Attractions/rides: Swimming pools, geysers, mushroom fountains, water slides, bubble burst, gym, squash courts, sauna, cafes
Nearest bus/train stations:
Bus: Tesco Cardington bus station (2 min walk)
Train: St Johns train station (35 min walk)
Nearby Attractions: Bedford Park, The Higgins Gallery and Museum
Distance from Coventry: 1 hr 15 min, 61.4 miles via M1
Water Park Coventry: 5 Unforgettable Outdoor Water Parks Near the City
Spend the day diving, sliding, and splashing your way through one of these outstanding outdoor water parks:
1. Cliff Lakes, Cliff
When it comes to chasing the sunshine and getting the most fun out of your day, Cliff Lakes is where you want to be!
This outdoor aqua park is packed with obstacle courses, swimming lanes, skiing and wakeboarding. No wonder the park’s a favourite amongst the local people!
See all of Cliff Lakes’ new additions, improvements and related projects here.
Address: Tamworth Rd, Cliff, Tamworth, United Kingdom
Timings: Monday to Sunday: 10 am – 4 pm
Website: https://clifflakes.co.uk/
Phone No: +44 1827 872000
Entry fee: From £20 p/p, full access £32 p/p
Age groups: 6 + (age restrictions vary from course to course)
Attractions/rides: Aqua Park, Aqua Chimp, Paddleboarding, swimming
Nearest bus/train stations:
Bus: Manor Farm (5 min walk)
Train: Wilnecote train station (50 min walk)
Nearby Attractions: Drayton Manor Resort, Coventry Transport Museum
Distance from Coventry: 33 min, 15.7 miles via B4098
2. Aqua Park Rutland, Whitwell
Rutland Aqua Park offers the UK’s largest variety of outdoor water activities, so there’s always something new to try. From birthday parties to office team building, Aqua Park Rutland will bring out the inner adrenaline junkie in all its visitors!
High barriers? Tight corners? Massive drops?
Aqua Park Rutland has it all.
Address: Bull Brigg Lane, Whitwell, Oakham, Rutland, United Kingdom
Timings: Monday to Sunday: 10 am – 4 pm
Website: https://aquaparkgroup.co.uk/rutland/
Phone No: +44 1827 872000
Entry fee: From £20 p/p, Full access £32 p/p
Age groups: 6 – all ages (age restrictions vary from course to course)
Attractions/rides: Aqua Park, Aqua Chimp, Paddleboarding, swimming
Nearest bus/train stations:
Bus: The Noel bus stop (20 min walk)
Train: Rail Station, Oakham (11 min drive)
Nearby Attractions: Drayton Manor Resort, Coventry Cathedral
Distance from Coventry: 33 min, 15.7 miles via B4098
3. Box End Park, Bedford
Box End Park features two action-packed obstacle courses, cable tows, and wakeboarding, so the possibilities for mind-blowing action are endless! Refuel at the park’s breathtaking lakeside restaurant.
Keep up to date with upcoming events and the latest news here.
Address: Box End Rd, Box End, Bedford, United Kingdom
Timings: Times vary throughout the year (best to book in advance)
Website: https://www.boxendpark.com/
Phone No: +44 1234 846222
Entry fee: From £8 – £50 p/p depending on activity
Age groups: 6 + (age restrictions vary from course to course)
Attractions/rides: Aqua park, water mega slide, skiing/wakeboarding, lake ninja, cable tow, open water swimming and stand-up paddleboarding
Nearest bus/train stations:
Bus: Box End Road bus stop (5 min walk)
Train: Bedford train station (50 min walk)
Nearby Attractions: Bedford Park, John Bunyan Museum
Distance from Coventry: 1 hr 25 min, 54.0 miles via A428
4. Splash n Play at War Memorial Park, Coventry
Located in Coventry city centre, Splash n Play features various water jets in the heart of War Memorial park.
And don’t worry, the Coventry City Council ensures the park sticks to the city’s public health standards and regularly sends out important public notices.
Address: Kenilworth Rd, Coventry, United Kingdom
Timings: Monday to Sunday 11 am – 5 pm (during summer school holidays)
Website: https://www.coventry.gov.uk/war-memorial-park
Phone No: +024 7697 7770
Entry fee: Currently no access fee (subject to change through public notices)
Age groups: 3 – 12
Attractions/rides: 36 water jets, “Mushroom,” “Drencher,” Water Ring, “Popits” and other water features.
Nearest bus/train stations:
Bus: War Memorial bus stop (3 min walk)
Train: Coventry Station Square (5 min walk)
Nearby Attractions: Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden, Herbert Art Gallery & Museum
Distance from Coventry: 6 min, 2.1 miles via A4053 and A429
5. Spot on Wake, Wootton Wawen
Spot on Wake, as the name suggests, is the most extraordinary wakeboarding facility in the West Midland area. On top of wakeboarding, the park also features an entire lake packed with obstacles, slides, and swimming lanes.
Maximum fun? Achieved!
Address: Wootton Park, Wootton Wawen, Henley-in-Arden, United Kingdom
Timings: Monday to Thursday 10 am – 6 pm, Friday to Saturday 10 am – 6 pm, Sunday 9 am – 6 pm
Website: https://www.spotonwake.co.uk/
Phone No: +44 1564 330498
Entry fee: £25 pp
Age groups: 3 +
Attractions/rides: Wakeboarding, Aqua Park
Nearest bus/train stations:
Bus: Alcester Road bus stop (15 min walk)
Train: Wootton Wawen Station (23 min walk)
Nearby Attractions: Stratford Armouries, Stratford-upon-Avon Canal
Distance from Coventry: 32 min, 23.8 miles via Warwick Bypass/A46