Pass the Swim Check Before You Pay for Aqualand
The main outdoor “Tamworth water park” experience is Cliff Lakes Aqualand, an inflatable obstacle course on open water near Tamworth. It is very different from an indoor pool-and-flumes waterpark.
Before booking, check four things for every participant: age, height, 25-metre swimming ability and confidence in open water. Then choose the ticket, complete the waiver and plan to arrive 30 minutes early.
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Tamworth Water Park 2026: Quick Answer
Cliff Lakes Aqualand is at Kingsbury Watersports Limited, Tamworth Road, Cliff, Warwickshire, B78 2DL. It is an outdoor inflatable aqua park on open water rather than a conventional indoor waterpark.
Standard Aqualand admission is currently listed at £25 per person. Participants must be at least 6 years old, at least 1.10 metres tall and able to swim 25 metres unaided confidently.
A standard session provides 80 minutes on the water. The ticket currently includes a wetsuit, Cliff Lakes buoyancy aid and aqua socks.
Can Your Group Actually Use Cliff Lakes Aqualand?
Do this check before looking for discount codes. A cheaper ticket has no value if someone in the group cannot meet the participation rules.
Cliff Lakes Aqualand Prices for 2026
Group size can change the per-person price. Therefore, count everyone who will actually participate before choosing a product.
| Ticket | Published price | Main condition | Useful for |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Aqualand | £25 pp | Standard eligibility applies | Individuals and small bookings |
| 4–9 participants | £23 pp | Book the applicable group option | Families and small groups |
| 10–19 participants | £22 pp | Standard eligibility still applies | Larger parties and groups |
| 20+ participants | £20 pp | Check availability before planning | Large organised groups |
| X Tower | £5 pp add-on | 12+ and Aqualand eligibility | Eligible thrill seekers |
Verify the current Cliff Lakes price list before checkout. Prices and available sessions can change after this guide is reviewed.
What Does the Ticket Really Include?
Wetsuit
A shortie wetsuit is included. Cliff Lakes also permits participants to bring their own wetsuit subject to staff approval.
Buoyancy aid
Participants must wear the Cliff Lakes buoyancy aid while using Aqualand.
Aqua socks
Aqua socks are currently included with the Aqualand ticket.
X Tower: The Big 2026 Addition
X Tower is a 12-metre inflatable tower positioned within Aqualand. It adds six descents, including kicker slides and racing slides.
£5 per person
X Tower is not part of a normal general-admission ticket. Add it to an eligible Aqualand booking.
12 years or older
The participant must also meet the normal Aqualand age, height, swimming and water-confidence requirements.
Selected sessions
The upgrade is subject to availability and should match the time slot of the Aqualand session.
Book Aqualand in the Right Order
Confirm age, height, swimming ability and water confidence.
Compare the standard and group price bands.
Add X Tower only for eligible participants.
Complete every required waiver before arrival.
Reach Cliff Lakes at least 30 minutes before the session.
Supervision Rules Parents Should Read Before Paying
Adult joins the course
Children aged seven and under must be accompanied on the course by an adult. The published maximum ratio is one adult to three children.
Adult stays at the venue
Participants aged 8–15 must have a responsible adult present in the spectator area for the duration of the session.
Safety briefing
Every participant must attend the mandatory safety briefing, including returning visitors.
Buddy system
Participants use the course with at least one other person. A solo visitor may have to wait until another participant is available.
What Happens During Your 80-Minute Session?
Check in and deal with the required arrival process.
Prepare swimwear and collect the required equipment.
Listen to the mandatory safety instructions.
Use the course while following the buddy and staff rules.
Leave the water when instructed and return equipment correctly.
The 80 minutes refers to the standard time on the water unless Cliff Lakes states otherwise. It does not mean you should arrive at the exact session start time.
Cancellation Rules That Can Decide Whether You Lose the Ticket Cost
Full refund
The current policy states that cancellations made at least 72 hours before the session receive a full refund.
Gift-card credit
The current policy provides a gift card rather than a cash refund during this window. The credit is listed as valid for 365 days.
No refund or reschedule
Current terms state that cancellations inside 24 hours, including no-shows, are not eligible for a refund or rescheduling.
Read Cliff Lakes’ current policies before paying, especially if your plans could change.
Weather: Outdoor Water Means a Different Decision
Aqualand is outdoors on a lake, so weather and operational safety can affect a session. Cliff Lakes reserves the right to cancel or reschedule sessions for weather, safety, staffing, operational or technical reasons.
Under the current policy, venue-initiated cancellation does not automatically mean a cash refund. A gift card equal to the booking value may be issued.
What to Pack — and What Cliff Lakes Already Supplies
Bring
- Swimming costume or trunks
- Towel
- Warm dry clothes
- Booking confirmation
- Anything specifically requested in your booking email
Already included
- Wetsuit
- Buoyancy aid
- Aqua socks
Sort out before water
- Remove jewellery
- Remove spectacles and sunglasses
- Complete waiver
- Agree your buddy
- Listen to the full safety briefing
Food, Parking and the Real Day Cost
Parking
Cliff Lakes currently states that parking is free for customers booked onto an activity. Redeem the parking at reception when checking in.
Do not plan around a picnic
Check the current Cliff Lakes FAQ before packing food. Venue food rules are more restrictive than a normal public park visit.
Separate participants and spectators
Calculate activity tickets first, then add food, travel and any optional upgrades such as X Tower.
Where Is Tamworth Water Park?
Cliff Lakes Aqualand is at Kingsbury Watersports Limited, Tamworth Road, Cliff, Warwickshire, B78 2DL. Save “Cliff Lakes” in your map rather than searching only for “Tamworth water park”.
By car
Use B78 2DL and allow enough time to park, check in, change and attend the briefing before the booked start.
By train
Cliff Lakes identifies Wilnecote as its closest local railway station, although services are limited. It recommends Tamworth station when broader rail connections are more useful.
Return journey
If you are not driving, plan the last leg in both directions before booking. Do not assume the lake venue works like a town-centre attraction.
Cliff Lakes, SnowDome or Castle Grounds?
These places solve different searches. Choosing the right one is more useful than calling all three “Tamworth water parks”.
Cliff Lakes Aqualand
Choose this for eligible swimmers wanting an outdoor inflatable obstacle-course session on open water.
SnowDome
Choose SnowDome when your family needs indoor swimming. It has a 25-metre main pool plus junior and toddler pools.
Castle Grounds
Choose Castle Grounds for playgrounds, walks and general family time. It is not an inflatable aqua park or conventional waterpark.
Choose the Right Option for Your Child
Child is under six
Standard Aqualand is not the right activity. Consider an age-appropriate swimming or dry-play alternative instead.
Child is under 1.10 m
Do not book standard Aqualand even if the child is a confident swimmer. The published height requirement still applies.
Cannot confidently swim 25 m
Choose another activity. The buoyancy aid does not replace the published swimming requirement.
Age 12+ and wants more thrills
Check X Tower availability after confirming all standard Aqualand requirements.
Seven Mistakes That Can Spoil a Cliff Lakes Booking
1. Booking before measuring a child
The minimum height is 1.10 metres. Check before paying.
2. Assuming a buoyancy aid removes the swim test
Participants still need to swim 25 metres unaided confidently.
3. Arriving at the session start time
Aqualand visitors are instructed to arrive 30 minutes early.
4. Leaving the waiver until reception
Complete it before arrival. An incomplete waiver can create delays and may contribute to a missed session.
5. Buying X Tower for a younger child
The X Tower add-on is for eligible participants aged 12 or over.
6. Forgetting the adult supervision rule
The required adult arrangement changes according to the participant’s age.
7. Treating a late cancellation as refundable
Read the cancellation windows before paying, particularly when your visit depends on changing plans.
Official Checks to Make Before Travelling
Aqualand page
Use this to check the current course, X Tower, participant requirements, supervision and session information.
Price list
Use this to compare general admission, group prices, X Tower and other current products.
Policies
Check cancellations, changes, refunds, late arrival and participation requirements before checkout.
Visiting information
Use this to confirm current parking and public-transport guidance before leaving home.
Tamworth Water Park FAQs
Where is Tamworth Water Park?
The main outdoor aqua-park experience near Tamworth is Cliff Lakes Aqualand at Kingsbury Watersports Limited, Tamworth Road, Cliff, Warwickshire, B78 2DL.
How much is Cliff Lakes Aqualand in 2026?
Current general admission is £25 per person. Cliff Lakes also lists group prices of £23 per person for 4–9 participants, £22 for 10–19 and £20 for groups of 20 or more.
What age is Aqualand for?
Participants must be at least six years old. The minimum height is 1.10 metres.
Do children need to be able to swim?
Yes. Every participant must be able to swim 25 metres unaided confidently and be confident in open water.
How long is the Aqualand session?
Unless Cliff Lakes states otherwise for a particular product, an Aqualand session provides 80 minutes on the water.
Does the ticket include a wetsuit?
Yes. Current Aqualand admission includes a wetsuit, Cliff Lakes buoyancy aid and aqua socks.
Is X Tower included?
No. X Tower is currently a £5 per-person add-on. Participants must be aged 12 or over and satisfy the normal Aqualand requirements.
Do I need to complete a waiver?
Yes. Cliff Lakes requires Aqualand participants to complete the waiver before arriving at the venue.
How early should I arrive?
Arrive at least 30 minutes before the Aqualand session. This gives time for check-in, changing, preparation and the required safety briefing.
Can a seven-year-old use Aqualand alone?
No. Participants aged seven and under must be accompanied on the course by an adult. The published maximum ratio is one adult to three children.
What is the rule for children aged 8–15?
A responsible adult must remain in the spectator area during their session.
Is parking free?
Cliff Lakes currently states that parking is free for customers who have booked an activity when the parking is redeemed at reception during check-in.
Is SnowDome the same as Tamworth Water Park?
No. SnowDome provides indoor swimming facilities in Tamworth. Cliff Lakes Aqualand is an outdoor inflatable obstacle course on open water.