🏊‍♂️ Nestled within breathtaking parkland and surrounded by the calming sounds of nature, Waresley Park Estate offers a beautiful setting for wild and open water swimming.

▪️AGES: All attendees must be over 14 and under 18's must be supervised by an adult.

💦 ABOUT:
Our wild swimming experience is perfect for solo adventurers, couples, and families alike. Whether you're looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life or simply want to try something new, our experienced and friendly team (including an open water lifeguard) will be on hand to help you make the most of your time in the water.

PLEASE NOTE:
▪️If you’re new to wild swimming and planning to start in the cooler months, we recommend you attend our ‘Introduction to Cold Water Swimming’ Course.
▪️Tow-floats are always required.
▪️Please note dogs are not allowed at the lake. Thank you for your cooperation.

🎟 COST - £10pp
60-minute Wild Swimming (swim only) session £10. All sessions include a hot drink by the fire pit. You can book via the event link, you will find different session times available.

😌 SWIM & SAUNA SESSIONS: £30pp
Combine your swim with the soothing and restorative heat from our luxury lakeside sauna.  Please note these sessions are at selected times. For more information, clickhere.

❓️QUESTIONS
▪️Do you have changing facilites?
We do not have changing facilities at the moment, but they are coming soon. Many swimmers opt to change underneath their dry robe, or you can change in the Tipi if its available.
▪️Do I need to bring my own two float?
We have some tow floats available to borrow if you don’t have your own.
Do you have changing facilites?
We do not have changing facilities at the moment, but they are coming soon. Many swimmers opt to change underneath their dry robe, or you can change in the Tipi if its available.
▪️What if the weather is bad?
We will still run wild swimming sessions in the rain, however for safety reasons the session might be cancelled during adverse weather conditions like thunderstorms and gale force winds. 
▪️Are there toilets at the lake?
We have one portaloo at the lake. The nearest other toilets are at Bean Theory, our on-site coffee shop (approx. 10 minute walk up the hill)
▪️What should I wear for wild swimming?
Everyone is different, so please feel free to wear what feels comfortable for you, be it a swimsuit or wetsuit.  Water shoes or socks can be helpful on the lake floor. Please also bring a towel and warm clothes.

🗺 GETTING TO THE LAKE:
On arrival at the estate, please follow the signs to the Bean Theory Car park. Once parked, walk down the gravel track on your left, below the vineyard. After a 5-minute stroll through the estate, your lifeguard will be at the lake to meet you.

ℹ️ FOR ENQUIRIES
For all enquiries regarding wild swimming, please email
📧 Email: lake@waresleyparkestate.co.uk
☎️ Phone: 01296 670444 

⚽️ Looking for a fun outdoors activity? Discover Box End Park's newest attraction - Disc & Football Golf! It's the perfect way to spend quality time with your friends & family and enjoy the great outdoors - or simply come down to practice your skills & beat your course best! Open from March to December - it's fantastic FUN for all ages!

Enjoy our beautiful lakeside setting as you work your way around our Disc & Football Golf course! You will need to throw your disc into the basket or football into the hole - the exact same as you would do on a golf course! Your round should take around 1 hour to complete. The one who takes the least goes is the winner!

👀 Watch how to play on this YouTube link.
https://youtu.be/Y-a7gzV5140?si=M1_tPN95E9pz935Z

⛳️ BEGINNER OR PRO?
Choose between our 9 Hole Beginner course or take on our 9 Hole Pro route! Feeling up to the challenge - why not combine both?

⚽️ DISC & FOOTBALLS
Got your own disc or football? Bring them along with you or you can choose to rent one of ours for £2.50pp.

⏳️HOW MANY TIME SLOTS DO I NEED?
Each time-slot takes up to 4ppl max. teeing off every 10 minutes - so if you have a group of 8ppl you'll need to book 2 consecutive slots!

🕙 ARRIVE 15 MINUTES PRIOR
Please ensure you arrive at least 15 minutes before your booked session start time & collect your wristband from our Activities Reception before heading over to our Disc Golf course.

🎟 BOOKING A TIME SLOT -£6pp
You can book a time slot via the event link.
Opening hours and times may vary throughout the year so please make sure to check our daily opening times before booking.

🗺 DOWNLOAD THE APP FOR THE MAP
We'd recommend downloading the UDISC app to your phone - search for Box End Park and you'll have our course map and scorecards ready for your game!

🎊 The Big Summer Screen is BACK - and it’s FREE! Join us at Event Island in Stevenage on 27th July 2025 for a day full of fun! Bring your own deckchairs or blankets and settle in! Deckchairs are available to hire for £1.00, subject to availability.

📽 FILM TIMES
✨ 11:00am–12:00pm: Moana & Wicked meet & greet
✨ 12:00pm: Moana 2 screening
✨ 1:15–2:15pm: Moana & Wicked meet & greet
✨ 2:00pm: Wicked screening

WHAT ELSE TO EXPECT
🎨  Free face painting until 6pm
🎠 Fair rides & bouncy castle till 7pm
⚽  4pm Football warm-up
⚽  5pm Women’s Euro Finals screening kick-off
⚽  Inflatable football game & mobile bar until 7pm

✅️ KEEP UPDATED
You can keep updated with Stevenage Town Centre's Facebook page incase of any changes. 

🎊 Join us for our Family Fest Weekender on Saturday 30th & Sundsy 31st August 2025 at Hertfordshire Showground for a weekend of full-throttle family fun!

🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Expect an amazing mix of live music, motorbike stunt shows, and of course, our famous hot air balloon displays and night glow shows lighting up the sky. There’ll be loads to do all day long – from interactive family entertainment and character appearances to a buzzing funfair and inflatables for the kids.

PLUS
👉Live Chainsaw Wood Carving
👉Foam Cannon Party
👉Axe Throwing / Archery / Nerf Arenas
👉Punch & Judy / Puppet Shows
👉Mobile Petting Zoos / Reptile Encounters
👉Magicians / Balloon Artists / Face Painters
👉Circus Performers / Fire Shows / Jugglers
👉Walkaround Dinosaurs / Transformers / Robots
👉BMX / FMX / Stunt Shows
👉Birds of Prey Flying Shows
👉Mini Beast Experience / Bug Encounters
👉Fire & LED Dancers
👉Laser Show Experience
👉Strongman Show
👉Tug of War Arena
👉Medieval jousting
👉Medieval Vikings
👉Parachute team
👉Hot air balloon tethering
👉Hot air balloon night glow snow.
👉Circus tent

😋 FOOD & DRINK
You’ll also find a great range of food and drink vendors on site, with something for everyone – whether you’re after a quick bite, a cold pint, or something a bit more indulgent.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 EVERYONE WELCOME
This is a weekend that’s all about making memories with the people you love – whether you're here for the thrill of the stunt bikes or just to see the balloons glow at sunset.

🎟 TICKETS COST:
▪️Super Early Bird: £12.65 (£12.00 + £0.65 fee)
▪️Free entry for children aged 2

ℹ️ CONTACT INFORMATION
📧 info@highoctanefamilyfestival.com