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Chorlton Water Park (with kids)

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How Kids-Friendly is Chorlton Water Park?

76%Kids-Friendly
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What makes it 76% Kids-Friendly: Playground with slides, sandpit and zip line, open meadows for ball games and duck feeding thrill children, though unguarded water, basic toilets and no indoor centre require close supervision.

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Reviews4.6/ 5
(from 3,597 reviews)

Positives:

  • Free entry and parking: You can park and enter the park at no cost.
  • Pushchair-friendly paths: Tarmac routes around the lake suit pushchairs and small children.

Challenges:

  • No onsite café: Pack snacks and water as no café may not be open every day.
  • Unfenced water edges: Watch children near the lake and pond dipping platform.
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What is Chorlton Water Park?

  • A municipal park occupying reclaimed farmland around a former gravel-pit lake
  • A Local Nature Reserve designated for mixed woodland, wildflower meadows, and aquatic habitats
  • A council-managed open space containing a children’s playground, pond-dipping platform, and coarse-fishing facilities

What is so special about Chorlton Water Park for with kids?

  1. Varied adventure playground with slides, swings and zip line
  2. Pond dipping platform for hands-on wildlife spotting
  3. Easy one-mile loop around the lake on tarmac paths
  4. Open meadows and benches for family picnics and games
  5. Free entry, parking and pushchair-friendly routes

Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours

Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for with kids: Kids can enjoy the playground, wildlife spotting and a lakeside stroll without getting tired.

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Kids-Friendly Activities in Chorlton Water Park

Adventure playground:

Climbing frames, slides, zip line, swings and a sandpit keep kids busy.

Tip: Visit early to avoid crowds and bring a change of clothes for sandpit play.

Pond dipping and wildlife spotting:

Use the platform to look for fish and feed ducks with bird-safe seeds.

Tip: Pack nets, buckets and seeds to make wildlife spotting more fun.

One-mile lake loop:

Flat tarmac path around the lake is perfect for pushchairs and cycles.

Tip: Stop at benches to rest and look out for swans, geese and kingfishers.

Picnic and open meadows:

Wooden benches and large grass areas are ideal for family picnics and games.

Tip: Bring a blanket and ball or kite to use the open space for games.

How to Make the Most of Your Visit to Chorlton Water Park

  1. Arrive early: Get to the park by 10 AM to secure a bench near the playground.
  2. Bring wildlife gear: Pack nets and buckets to engage kids in pond dipping and birdwatching.
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Reviews of Chorlton Water Park

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Stacey day

Stacey day

Nov 2025

Actually a lovely place for a stroll, fish or sit with nature for a while. Small park half way round. Plenty of parking Lovely cafe near the front, so can stroll with a nice warm drink on these winter days. Dog friendly.

Abi Carless

Abi Carless

Oct 2025

We went on an Autumn day and spent a couple of hours here walking around and then playing in the park. There is carparking on site and cafe. For the toilets take your own soap and toilet paper, there wasn't any . We always bring some with us.

Julie Marshall

Julie Marshall

Aug 2025

A beautiful park with lots of easy walks around a gorgeous lake ,there is a large car park and nice clean toilets. A great little cafe and an ice cream van in the summer. A great place to visit all year round.

Tim J

Tim J

Mar 2025

Lovely place for a walk if the weather is good, and you can get on to the Mersey and join the Transpennine Trail if you want to extend your stroll. There's a good children's playground and it's pretty flat to go around the lake (suitable for buggies or a robust mobility scooter). There's a car park with toilets (they are not great though) and there's often an ice cream van there too.

Irina Ka

Irina Ka

Oct 2024

Absolute fantastic 👍 experience here today. Lovely walks, beautiful scenery. There are two playgrounds for kids, one is a bit further down up hill. Absolutely great for dog walking and a must for relaxation. The only downfall+ cafe was shut. Play park is not big, but excellent for over 6+ ages.

When is the best time to visit Chorlton Water Park (Manchester, United Kingdom)?

In summer bring sun hats and water bottles; in autumn wear boots for muddy paths; in winter visit before dusk and dress in layers.

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Typical Budget for a Family of 4 (2 Adults + 2 Kids)

ItemCost (Approx.)
Fishing day ticket (per person)GBP 10
Ice cream (per child)GBP 2
Total EstimatedGBP 24

Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

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Map of Chorlton Water Park

Address: 74 Maitland Ave, Manchester M21 7WH, UK

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About Chorlton Water Park

Opening Hours

Monday:Open 24 hours
Tuesday:Open 24 hours
Wednesday:Open 24 hours
Thursday:Open 24 hours
Friday:Open 24 hours
Saturday:Open 24 hours
Sunday:Open 24 hours

Hours may vary during holidays, special events, and peak seasons. Please check the official website for the most up-to-date information.

Website

Official Website

Phone Number

+44 161 881 5639

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