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Kingsbury Water Park
. So much to see and do at Warwickshire's premier waterside attraction! Kingsbury Water Park has 15 lakes situated in over 600 acres of country park. Stroll along the surfaced paths, explore hidden corners, spot birds and wildlife, hire a bike, join an organised event or host your own event. Whatever your idea of a countryside visit is, you will find it at Kingsbury. This short film highlights some of the attractions that Kingsbury Water Park has to offer. This video does not contain dialogue. Facilities Available Education Programme For up-to-date information on the Education Programme at Kingsbury Water Park, please contact us on 01827 872660. Children's Farm Broomey Croft Children's Farm is the ideal place to spend a couple of hours. The animals are all very friendly and may be stroked by visiting children. Please call the Farm on 01827 873844 for more details. Children's Play Area The Adventure Playground at Far Leys, within the Park, is completely fenced round, and is a safe area for children to play. There is a second Play Area for younger children near the Information Centre. Horse Riding There is a 5.7 km (3½ miles) permissive bridleway. Horse riding is by annual permit only (period 1/4/2009 to 31/3/2010). Costs are £20.00 for an adult, £10.00 for a junior and £40.00 for a family permit. To apply please call us on 01827 872660. You will need public liability insurance. Dunton Stables organise trekking around Kingsbury Water Park. Please contact them on 01675 470330 for more information. Information and Shopping The Information Centre is open every day except Christmas Day. It’s the ideal place to buy gifts, leaflets and permits for various activities. The Centre has disabled access, and two mobility scooters are available on a free loan scheme. Please telephone 01827 872660 for more details.		Visitor Information Opening times: March: 8.00am - 6.00pm More information on opening times. Find us: Kingsbury Water Park Bodymoor Heath Lane Bodymoor Heath Sutton Coldfield West Midlands B76 0DY Kingsbury Water Park location map. Transport: Get directions using transportdirect. Special needs: Phone 01827 872660 for details. Mobility scooters are available. Events: Latest Event Information. Come prepared: Advice on using the countryside. Weather: BBC Weather Forecast for Warwickshire. Car parking: £3.00 per car. More information on car parking. Toilets: 3 toilet blocks with baby changing and disabled facilities. Dogs: Dog waste bins available. More on Dogs in Country Parks. Barbecues and fires: Barbecues and Fires are not allowed. Other Facilities Outdoor Education Centre - 01827 872461 Room hire Children's Parties Cycling Fishing Apply for a fishing permit Volunteer group Mobility Scooters Filming Location Student Guide to the Park (PDF - 222 KB) Cycle Hire Available - Weekends, Bank Holidays and School Holidays from Probike Cycles Ltd - 07817 141176 Clubs & Associations The Camping and Caravanning Club - Site Warden 01827 874101 Kingsbury Water Park Model Boat Club - 01827 893161 Tamworth Sailing Club - 02476 403286 Kingsbury Jet Bike Centre - 01827 874815 or 07968 748734 Midland Powerboat Racing Club - 01384 821768 Octavian Droobers - There is a permanent orienteering course on this site and maps are available.
Echills Wood Railway
The Echills Wood Railway is undergoing ongoing work to extend the railway, and a new tunnel has been built incorporating gaps for roosting bats. View films of the Railway