Cotswold Country Park & Beach
Cotswold Country Park & Beach is a large former quarry lake with a sandy beach, open-water activities and family play areas near Cirencester.
Opening hours
Closed for the remainder of the 2026 season. The beach, swimming and activity areas are ticketed and seasonal; await the operator’s 2027 reopening calendar.
Location: Cotswold Country Park & Beach, Spratsgate Lane, Shorncote, Cirencester GL7 6DF
Cotswold Country Park & Beach is a large former quarry lake with a sandy beach, open-water activities and family play areas near Cirencester.
What to expect
Bookable activities include paddleboarding, kayaking and inflatables, while the shore works for a simple picnic and swim-day atmosphere. Allow at least half a day, bring layers and reserve water activities in advance.
Opening hours
The park runs seasonal opening hours and activity timetables. Check weather closures, parking and booking requirements online.
A little more time
Cotswold Country Park & Beach is worth giving a proper slot in the day because its interest comes from details that are easy to miss on a quick stop. Read the setting as well as the headline attraction and let the surrounding town or countryside add context.
Planning notes
Allow 45–90 minutes, check current access and opening information, and plan one nearby stop afterwards. That keeps the visit connected to the wider Cotswolds rather than treating it as an isolated photo opportunity.