Stanborough Park Water Sports Centre
Escape the hustle and bustle of city life and visit Stanborough Lakes and Park in Welwyn Garden City. Enjoy two beautiful lakes and vast green spaces. Ready for adventure? At Stanborough Park Watersports Centre, dive into activities like sailing, kayaking, canoeing, stand up paddleboarding, rafting and more. Perfect for adults and kids alike. Looking for unique group fun? Ideal for schools, clubs, and parties, our bespoke activities guarantee a memorable experience. On the north side of the park you'll find Splashlands, our free splash pad (open May to September) and pirate-themed play park promising endless fun for kids. Plus, enjoy rowing boats and pedalos from April to September. Discover excitement and relaxation at Stanborough Lakes and Park – your perfect outdoor getaway.
opening hours
Rowing Boats & Pedalos
- Mon - Sun
- Closed
Open weekends, Bank Holidays & schools holidays, April to September
Open water Swimming
- Mon - Tue
- Closed
- Wed
- 10:00 - 11:00
- Thu - Fri
- Closed
- Sat
- 09:30 - 11:00
- Sun
- Closed
Splashlands
- Mon - Sun
- Closed
Open daily from April to September, weather permitting
our facilities
accessibility
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Disabled toilet
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Accessible Changing
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Accessible Parking
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Changing Places

find us
- Stanborough Park Water Sports Centre
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Stanborough Road
Welwyn Garden City
Hertfordshire
AL8 6DF
- By train, tube & tram
- Welwyn Garden City
- By car
- Car parking available
- 400 total spaces available
- 20 disabled spaces available
- Parking type: Paying
- Cashless - 20minutes Free £1.50 - 1 Hour / £6 for 3 Hours / £10 All Day