Looking for a family day out that's more splash than slog? Cliff Lakes is thirty minutes from Birmingham on the outskirts of Tamworth, and it's home to the UK's biggest aqua park — proper big, proper fun, and one of the Midlands' most talked-about days out for families, mates and anyone who fancies getting soaked on purpose.
Whether you're filling a week of the school holidays, hunting for things to do with the kids near Birmingham, or just after an excuse to cool off, Cliff Lakes delivers.
Why Visit Cliff Lakes?
The star of the show is the giant inflatable Aqua Park — multiple obstacle courses stacked with climbing walls, slides, balance beams and the kind of inflatable challenges that end in someone's mate going face-first into the water. In 2026, Cliff Lakes added the X Tower, a 12-metre inflatable slide tower with six separate runs — already an impressive park, made bigger.
Beyond the aqua park, there's plenty more to get through in a day:
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Open water swimming
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Paddleboarding
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Wakeboarding
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Family-friendly activities for all ages
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Spectator areas for anyone who fancies staying dry and watching everyone else struggle
Perfect for Families
Kids aged six and up can take on the aqua park, making it a solid pick for keeping everyone active over the school holidays. Cliff Lakes also runs birthday parties, school groups and corporate events, if you're planning further ahead than just a Saturday out.
Pack for the Road
Thirty minutes each way means someone in the car is getting thirsty. If that checks out — you'll find Hip Pop in Shop n' Drive stores at or nearest Birhingham or across the country, so it's an easy stop on the way. Real fruit, real fizz, no fake stuff — proper refreshment for a proper day out, whether you're heading to the water or just making it home afterwards.
Is Cliff Lakes Worth Visiting?
Yes — no messing about. If you're after things to do this summer, or just an unforgettable family day out, Cliff Lakes offers proper value and an experience you won't get standing in a queue for arcade tokens.
Racing your mates across giant inflatables, taking on the slides, cooling off on a scorcher — it's easy to see why Cliff Lakes has become one of the Midlands' most popular days out.
Pack your swimwear, bring your sense of adventure, and get ready for a day of laughs, splashes and the kind of memories everyone's still going on about on the drive home.
