Bretton Water Park opened its doors on Thursday 16 July, a couple of days earlier than planned, as Peterborough City Council responded to the hotter weather arriving ahead of schedule. The free outdoor attraction, managed by Vivacity on behalf of the council, sits in Bretton Park in the Barnstock area of Peterborough and will welcome families through to 30 August.
The park operates from 10am to 4pm, Tuesday through Sunday, closing on Mondays for maintenance. The facility remains unaffected by Anglian Water’s ongoing hosepipe ban, as the restriction applies only to domestic customers and explicitly permits commercial pools to top up with mains water. Visitors can use the adjacent Peterborough Lions Rugby Club for parking.
The water park typically opens in time for the school summer holidays, but the council brought forward the start this year after weeks of unseasonably warm weather. The site features fun fountains, toilets, changing facilities, and a picnic area. Bretton Park itself offers additional free attractions including playgrounds, a BMX track, and an outdoor gym, while football pitches are available for booking.
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