The Park
At 900 acres Arrow Valley Country Park is the largest area of open space in Redditch – and it’s not just a beautiful environment, it’s packed full of things to see and do – see the links at the bottom of this page.
The park is set over 2.5 square miles of countryside, between Forge Mill Needle Museum, the protected ancient monument of medieval Bordesley Abbey and the Abbey Stadium to the north and Washford Mill to the south. The River Arrow meanders through it and together with the 29-acre Arrow Valley Lake there are excellent wildlife habitats as well as great walks and activities.
At the heart of the park is the lakeside Arrow Valley Visitor Centre, which houses a café with panoramic views across the water as well as function and conference facilities, fishing, water sports and other activities, as well as toilets.
The park was created in the 1970s by the Redditch Development Corporation which built Redditch new town, and continues to be a great asset for our community.
Arrow Valley Countryside Park may seem peaceful and quiet, but behind the trees, in the lake and even underground there is a hidden world of creatures leading very busy lives!
Explore the Hidden Creatures Family Art Trail opposite the car park near the Visitor Centre, and discover some of the animals and birds that inhabit the park. Here’s our leaflet for it.
Happy hunting, and see how long it takes you to complete the trail.
When the younger members of the family have mastered this trail, why not try our all-ages orienteering courses?
NEW SWAN PEDALOS ON ARROW VALLEY SWAN LAKE
We are thrilled to introduce our seven elegant swan pedalos, perfect for a fun and picturesque experience on the water. Our swans, Arrow, Odette, Beau, Bonham, Queenie, Aurora and Kevin, were named by members of the Redditch community and are ready for you to take out for a spin around our picturesque lake.
In addition to the swan pedalos, we also have Kayaks available to rent for use on the lake.
Bookings are available in 30-minute slots at just £16 per swan (accommodating up to 5 people) and £10 per Kayak. Book HERE
Maximum Occupancy
Up to 4 persons (plus one child under 12). There are four seats, and a child can sit in the centre of the boat and steer.
Minimum Ages
There is no minimum age for participants, but an 18-year-old must hire the boat, agree to the terms and conditions, and assume responsibility for the craft and its occupants.
Buoyancy Aids
Must be worn by all under 18s and all weak or non-swimmers.
Price
£16 per boat
Hire Duration
30 minutes. While we aren’t offering 1-hour hires, guests can book consecutive slots to extend their time on the water.
Welcome to the Boathouse Cafe. Situated within Arrow Valley Visitor Centre, The Boathouse Cafe is the perfect destination for a catch up with friends, a tasty treat or just to grab a quick snack and go whilst enjoying the beautiful outdoor surroundings of Arrow Valley Lake.
Our brand new cafe is now open, so be sure to stop by and see what all the excitement is about. View menu HERE