Overview of Croft Farm Water Park

Croft Farm Water Park is a family holiday park and watersports centre at Bredons Hardwick, approximately two miles north of Tewkesbury in Gloucestershire. The park is arranged around its own activity lake in the Avon Valley, with views towards Bredon Hill and the surrounding countryside.

The accommodation range includes one, two and three bedroom holiday lodges sleeping between two and six guests. Selected lodges have a private hot tub, lakeside position or views across the River Avon Valley. Dog friendly choices and a wheelchair friendly one bedroom lodge are also available.

Visitors can also book lakeside cabins, heated glamping pods, Scandinavian style holiday cabins and chalets. Touring caravans, motorhomes, folding caravans and tents are accommodated on grass and hardstanding pitches, with electric hook ups available.

The lake is the central feature of the park. Croft Farm is an RYA recognised training centre for sailing, windsurfing and powerboating, with tuition and equipment hire also available for kayaking, canoeing and stand up paddleboarding. Pedal boats and larger family craft provide further ways to spend time on the water.

Facilities around the lake include a clubhouse with a bar, café and decked seating area, Gym and Tonic fitness centre, Beauty Tonic treatments, a children’s play area and a small shop at reception. Watersports changing facilities, showers and equipment hire are positioned close to the shore.

Croft Farm Water Park is ideal for active family holidays, group breaks, couples booking a hot tub lodge and visitors touring Gloucestershire. Tewkesbury Abbey is approximately six minutes away, while Cheltenham, the Malvern Hills and the Cotswolds can all be reached for days out. 

Croft Farm Water Park at a Glance

Accommodation specifications, watersports programmes, tuition and facility opening times vary. Visitors should check the precise details for their holiday dates. 

Why is Croft Farm Water Park a Great Holiday Park?

• Activity lake with watersports hire and professional tuition
• RYA recognised centre for sailing, windsurfing and powerboating
• One, two and three bedroom lodges sleeping up to six guests
• Private hot tubs available with selected lakeside accommodation
• Glamping pods, cabins, chalets, touring pitches and camping
• Clubhouse, café, bar, gym and beauty treatments beside the lake
• Children’s play area and bookable climbing and group activities
• Tewkesbury, Cheltenham and the Cotswolds within easy reach

FAQs About Croft Farm Water Park

What accommodation is available at Croft Farm Water Park?

Visitors can choose from one, two and three bedroom lodges sleeping two to six guests. Other choices include lakeside cabins, glamping pods, Scandinavian style holiday cabins, chalets, touring pitches and camping pitches.

Do the lodges at Croft Farm Water Park have hot tubs?

Selected one, two and three bedroom lodges include a private outdoor hot tub. The current lakeside cabins also have a hot tub on their deck. Visitors should choose accommodation that specifically includes one when booking.

What watersports are available at Croft Farm Water Park?

Activities include sailing, windsurfing, kayaking, canoeing, stand up paddleboarding, pedal boats and family sized craft. Equipment hire, launch passes and tuition can be booked through the watersports centre.

Are dogs welcome at Croft Farm Water Park?

Dogs are welcome within selected lodges, glamping accommodation and touring areas. The park also has designated enclosed dog exercise areas. Visitors should select accommodation that is specifically described as pet friendly.

Is there somewhere to eat at Croft Farm Water Park?

The lakeside clubhouse contains a café and bar, with indoor seating and a deck overlooking the lake. Opening times and food service vary according to the season and holiday dates.

Is Croft Farm Water Park suitable for wheelchair users?

Much of the park has ramped access, and accessible toilet and shower facilities are provided. A one bedroom wheelchair friendly lodge sleeping two is also available. Visitors should discuss their individual access requirements with the park before booking.

Accommodation at Croft Farm Water Park

Croft Farm Water Park offers a varied choice of holiday accommodation around its activity lake and Gloucestershire countryside. Visitors can book self catering lodges, lakeside cabins, glamping pods, holiday cabins and chalets, as well as pitches for touring caravans, motorhomes and tents.

The main lodge range includes one, two and three bedroom accommodation sleeping between two and six guests. Lodges have an open plan lounge, kitchen and dining area, bathroom facilities and outdoor decking. Bed linen and towels are provided, and the beds are prepared before arrival.

Selected lodges include a private hot tub, with choices overlooking the lake or surrounding countryside. Dog friendly lodge accommodation is also available. Cherry Lodge provides a wheelchair friendly one bedroom choice for two guests, although visitors should confirm that its layout and facilities meet their individual requirements before booking.

The lakeside cabins sleep up to four guests and provide self contained accommodation beside the water. They include a ground floor bedroom, additional mezzanine sleeping space, a bathroom, kitchen facilities and a private deck with a hot tub.

Heated glamping pods are available for two or four guests. These compact choices provide beds, lighting and electricity, with dedicated washing facilities nearby. Larger Scandinavian style holiday cabins sleep up to eight, while heated chalets provide accommodation for two or four guests.

Touring caravans and motorhomes can use grass or hardstanding pitches, with electric hook up available. Tent pitches include electric and non electric choices in different areas of the park.

Accommodation Choices at Croft Farm Water Park

Accommodation layouts, dog friendly arrangements and hot tubs vary according to the choice booked. Guests should check whether bedding, cooking equipment and private washing facilities are included, particularly when choosing pods, cabins or chalets.

One vehicle can normally be parked beside a holiday lodge, with additional parking available elsewhere within the park. Touring and camping guests have access to toilet, shower, washing up and laundry facilities.

Park Facilities at Croft Farm Water Park

The activity lake and watersports centre provide the main facilities at Croft Farm Water Park. The park is an RYA recognised training centre for sailing, windsurfing and powerboating, with courses available for adults and younger participants.

Equipment hire includes single and family kayaks, stand up paddleboards, canoes, sailing dinghies, windsurfing equipment and pedal boats. Visitors bringing their own suitable craft can purchase a launch pass for use during daylight hours.

The watersports area has changing rooms, showers, toilets, an equipment shop and teaching space close to the shore. Tuition, group activity programmes and equipment hire can be booked through the watersports team.

The lakeside clubhouse has a bar, café, indoor seating and a deck overlooking the water. It provides a central place for drinks, meals and time together after activities on the lake.

Gym and Tonic offers cardiovascular and strength training equipment, personal training and fitness sessions. Day access is available, while Beauty Tonic provides massage, manicures, pedicures and other bookable beauty treatments within the lakeside wellness area.

Children can use the ship themed outdoor play area. Croft Farm also provides bookable group activities including climbing wall sessions, crate stacking, raft building and watersports tuition.

A small shop at reception sells groceries, camping equipment, gas and useful holiday items. Further practical facilities include toilet and shower blocks, accessible washroom facilities, a laundry, water points and recycling areas.

Dogs have two enclosed exercise areas where they can spend time away from their lead. Dog waste bins are positioned around the park, and dogs are welcome in the main clubhouse room. 

Main Facilities at Croft Farm Water Park

Facility	Information
Activity lake	Central lake used for watersports and tuition
RYA training centre	Sailing, windsurfing and powerboat courses
Equipment hire	Kayaks, canoes, paddleboards, dinghies and pedal boats
Craft launching	Day launch passes available for visitors with their own equipment
Watersports shop	Equipment, accessories and activity information
Changing facilities	Toilets, showers and changing areas beside the lake
Clubhouse	Indoor seating and deck overlooking the water
Lakeside café	Food, drinks and refreshments
Bar	Drinks served within the clubhouse
Gym and Tonic	Fitness equipment, classes and personal training
Beauty Tonic	Massage and bookable beauty treatments
Children’s play area	Ship themed outdoor play equipment
Climbing activities	Climbing wall and crate stacking sessions
Group activities	Raft building and organised watersports programmes
Reception shop	Groceries, camping supplies and gas
Dog exercise areas	Two enclosed spaces for off lead exercise
Laundry	Washing facilities available for guests
Accessible washrooms	Accessible toilet and shower provision
Function room	Lake view space available for private groups
Parking	Several parking areas around the park

Watersports and Activity Information

Activity detail	What visitors should know
Sailing tuition	RYA instruction available for adults and juniors
Windsurfing tuition	Courses and equipment hire available
Powerboating	RYA training provided through the centre
Paddleboarding	Boards available for hire
Kayaking	Single and family craft available
Canoeing	Canoes and larger group craft available
Pedal boats	Family boats available for shorter sessions
Equipment hire	Available by the hour, part day or full day
Launch passes	Available for visitors bringing suitable craft
Buoyancy aids	Provided with boat hire
Wetsuits	Available separately
Group sessions	Advance booking available for schools and organised groups
Activity season	Main hire programme normally runs from spring to autumn
Tuition	Advance booking is recommended
Weather	Activity schedules follow current lake and weather conditions

Places to Visit Near Croft Farm Water Park

Tewkesbury is approximately two miles from Croft Farm Water Park. The town is known for Tewkesbury Abbey, medieval streets and its position where the rivers Avon and Severn meet. Visitors can explore independent shops, cafés, museums and riverside walks.

Tewkesbury Abbey is approximately six minutes from the park. The building contains Norman architecture, medieval tombs and stained glass, while the surrounding Abbey grounds connect with walks beside the River Avon.

The Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway is approximately 19 minutes away. Heritage steam and diesel trains operate through the Cotswold countryside between Cheltenham Racecourse and Broadway on selected dates.

Cheltenham is approximately 20 to 25 minutes from Croft Farm. The town offers Regency architecture, shops, restaurants, gardens, theatres and the Brewery Quarter, where visitors can find a cinema, bowling and places to eat.

Eastnor Castle and Sudeley Castle provide two different historic days out. Eastnor is approximately 22 minutes away at the foot of the Malvern Hills, while Sudeley Castle is approximately 24 minutes from the park near Winchcombe.

Gloucester is approximately 27 minutes away and is home to Gloucester Cathedral, the historic docks, museums and the Gloucester Quays shopping and restaurant area.

Family days out include Cotswold Farm Park, approximately 29 minutes away, and Birdland Park and Gardens in Bourton on the Water. Broadway Tower, Cotswold villages and walking routes around Bredon Hill provide further choices for countryside days. 

Nearby Towns and Attractions

Journey times are approximate and can increase during summer weekends, school holidays and major events in Tewkesbury or Cheltenham.