Wicksteed Park is a family favourite with visitors to Northamptonshire. A Grade II English Heritage listed park and garden set within 147 acres of green open space, you’ll be surprised by the variety of things to see, do and explore here.
The Park is beautifully maintained and has a charming, nostalgic feel. One of the best things about Wicksteed Park is there’s a variety of activities available, for children of all ages. Besides roller coasters and thrills rides you’ll find traditional playground areas too. Park Founder, Charles Wicksteed, was the inventor of outdoor play equipment like the swing and slide. As an engineer and innovator, Charles also designed the world’s oldest water chute, which is still enjoyed in the park today.
Things to do:
⁃ ‘Clip and Climb’ indoor climbing experience
⁃ Archery
⁃ Crazy golf
⁃ Laser tag
⁃ Treetop walk
Attractions:
⁃ Miniature railway
⁃ Children’s lake
⁃ Meerkat Burrows
⁃ Aviary
Events:
⁃ Regular concerts, comedy nights and family events
For overnight breaks, you can extend your visit and stay at the camping ground. Bring your tent, BBQ and camping chairs and set up in one of the idyllic camping spots for a staycation to remember with views overlooking the beautiful lake. The campsite boasts a modern loo and shower block and you wake up just moments away from rides, cafés and playgrounds. You are also offered special second-day discounts on wristbands. Although Wicksteed doesn’t have electric hook up, they do welcome caravans and campers as well as tents.
Wicksteed Park is wholly owned by Wicksteed Charitable Trust. The park was founded in 1921, as part of the legacy of Charles Wicksteed.
