If you’re looking for a family-friendly summer holiday activity that combines fresh air, beautiful countryside and plenty of opportunities to get soaked, then Box End Park should be at the top of your to-do list.
Just on the outskirts of Bedford, Box End Park has come a long way since its launch just over 20 years ago.
Still owned and run by a local farming family, the site now stretches across 100 acres of beautiful Bedfordshire countryside and has become one of the region’s most popular destinations for outdoor water-based fun – just bring on the sunshine.
At its heart are two purpose-built lakes where visitors can enjoy a huge range of activities, whether they’re thrill-seekers, families, fitness enthusiasts, or simply looking for somewhere different to spend the day.
A guaranteed hit is the ever-popular Giant Inflatable Aqua Park.
Open from April to October, this floating obstacle course features climbing walls, slides, balance challenges and plenty of opportunities for spectacular watery wipe-outs.
Suitable for ages six and over, you’ll definitely leave with a smile on your face (and an ache in your arms).
If you are keen to master a new skill, then the Cable Tow offers wakeboarding and knee-boarding sessions for all abilities.
Beginners can try taster sessions with tuition and equipment included, while spectators can enjoy the entertainment of watching experienced riders pull off impressive tricks across the lake.
If something a little calmer is more your style, stand-up paddleboarding is a relaxing way to enjoy the water.
Open water swimmers are also well catered for, with regular supervised sessions in the park’s spring-fed lakes, including popular sunrise and moonlight swims that make the most of the borough’s natural beauty.
The fun doesn’t stop at the water’s edge
Box End Park also boasts 18-hole Disc Golf and Football Golf courses, perfect for family competitions or to stoke friendly rivalries.
If you’ve worked up an appetite, the lakeside Corner 5 Restaurant and Bar is the perfect place to refuel. With stunning views and a sunny terrace, it’s a foodie destination in its own right.
The latest exciting chapter in the Box End Park story is the arrival of luxury lakeside lodges offering guests the chance to wake up beside the water and enjoy everything the park has to offer.
Whether you’re after adventure, relaxation or a bit of both, Box End Park continues to prove that some of Bedford’s best days out are right on our doorstep.
Bedford Clanger discount code
Using code ‘CLANGERBEP10’, Bedford Clanger readers can claim a 10% discount when booking any of the following activities online:
- Aqua Park (individual & group of four tickets)
- Stand Up Paddleboarding Taster Session (individual & group of four tickets)
- Two-hour Cable Wakeboarding (Adult and child tickets)
- Kids and Parents Holiday Mornings
The code is valid until 30 September 2026.
Box End Park, Box End Road, Bedford MK43 8RQ tel: 01234 846222 boxendpark.com
