The
Cotswold Water Park is Britain's largest water park. Over
130 lakes created by gravel extraction, covering over 40 square
miles - 50% larger than the Norfolk Broads and still growing.
Outstanding
countryside provides the setting for relaxation and discovery
for adults and children alike - perfect for a family day out,
walkers, birdwatchers, photographers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Situated
in the heart of the Cotswolds and close to the historic Roman
town of Cirencester
and the beautiful Cotswold villages of South
Cerney, Ashton
Keynes and Somerford
Keynes, the Cotswold Water Park lends itself as well to
a sunny day lounging on the man made beach at Keynes Country
Park as it does to a winters day walk around one of the hundreds
of lakes.
Important
for wildlife and history - the Cotswold Water Park is a nationally
recognised area for wildlife, with spring fed water of the
highest quality. Country Parks with picnic and barbecue sites,
plenty of parking and access to a network of footpaths, cycleways
and bridleways. Visit three nature reserves with bird hides.
Discover historic villages in Cotswold stone, the remains
of the ice age, fossils from the Jurassic Clay and see finds
from the Roman conquest in Cirencester's Corinium
Museum.
Active
leisure - complete beginners to serious fanatics can choose
angling, sailing, windsurfing, canoeing, cycling, kayaking,
canoeing, jetskiing, horse riding, waterskiing, either through
club membership or casual visits - book on to taster sessions
and courses, hire the equipment or use your own.
Stay
as long as you like - the Park offers camping and caravanning,
self-catering holiday chalets, b&b, log cabins, traditional
inns. Source
: Cotswold Water Park web site
