Sywell Country Park
Northampton, Northamptonshire
About Sywell Country Park
Sywell Country Park offers meadowland and lakeside walks, with a small arboretum of exotic trees and Edwardian buildings still surviving from its past role as a water supply reservoir with a water works heritage trail to guide you round.
There's a neat little Brockwood Woodland themed children's play area provided, and separate sand and water play areas, plus open spaces for ball games and dog walking. Cycling is not permitted within the Park.
You can also visit the Amphibian Pond which has an accessible board walk from which you can spot loads of dragonflies, frogs and newts and Pond Dipping sessions are run during holidays so you can have a little explore below water level too!
Follow the Water Works Heritage Trail, explore the butterfly garden or purchase a fishing ticket and catch some tench in the coarse fishery! Absolutely loads to do, especially if you bring a long a picnic or add in a trip to the Pump House Cafe. Lovely!
Please note, No BBQs, swimming or Cycling in the park.
Waterworks Heritage Trail
Walk the heritage trail and discover the history surrounding the reservoir. Plenty of information on the interpretation boards.
Small Arboretum
Explore the park and discover the unusual trees
Brockwood play area
Forest fun with our natural play zone
Facilities
Toilets
Onsite Parking
Accessible Toilets
Baby Changing
Food Available
Wheelchair Friendly
Dog Friendly
Pushchair Friendly
Card Payments Accepted
Opening Times
- 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
There is a Ranger on site daily between 9am and 5pm, except Christmas Day.
Pricing & Tickets
- Child (4-17) : Free
- Adult (17-18+) : Free
Free admission, car parking charges apply at all times in all areas. £3.50 for up to 12 hours.
Book in advance for cheapest tickets
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Plan Your Visit
Typical visit time 2 - 3 hours
Suitable for Kids and Adults too
FAQs
Parking
Toilets
Family Friendly Options
Food & Drink
Accessibility Information
Tickets & Bookings
Private Hire & Birthday Parties
Contact Details
Sywell Country Park
Washbrook Lane
Ecton
Northampton
Northamptonshire
NN6 0QX
England
Tel: 0300 126 5935
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