Southwater Country Park
Horsham, West Sussex · ★ 4.5 · 2,790 visitor reviews
Horsham, RH13 9UN
About
Southwater Country Park offers 90 acres (36 ha) of level surfaced paths which provide an easy-going lakeside walk plus a selection of outdoor activities including an adventure-style play area, orienteering course, and tuition in canoeing and sailing. The park also includes a beautiful wildlife area called The Quarry, which is managed for nature conservation and supports wildlife such as lizards, Kingfishers, Nightingales and various butterflies and dragonflies. The adjacent Downs Link Bridleway passes through the Park, making it a base to explore further afield on foot, bike, or horse.
A Visitors Centre offers information, toilets and a cafe.
Good for: all ages, babies toddlers, older children, teenagers, young children
Categories
Facilities
- Cafe
- Pushchair Friendly
- Dog Friendly
- Card Payments
- Accessible Parking
- Accessible Entrance
- Contactless Payment
Prices
Opening times
Monday: Open 24 hours Tuesday: Open 24 hours Wednesday: Open 24 hours Thursday: Open 24 hours Friday: Open 24 hours Saturday: Open 24 hours Sunday: Open 24 hours
Common questions
Is Southwater Country Park free to visit?
Yes, entry is free! 90 acres with lakeside walks, adventure play, canoeing, and sailing tuition.
Is Southwater Country Park suitable for young children?
Yes, the park welcomes all ages from babies and toddlers to teenagers with level surfaced paths perfect for pushchairs.
What are the opening hours for Southwater Country Park?
Open 24 hours every day.
Can I bring my dog to Southwater Country Park?
Yes, dogs are welcome! There is accessible parking, café, and pushchair-friendly paths throughout.
What can families do at Southwater Country Park?
Lakeside walks, adventure play, orienteering, canoeing, sailing, plus The Quarry wildlife area with Kingfishers and Nightingales! Contactless payments accepted.
What families say
2790 reviews