Itchen Valley Country Park
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Itchen Valley Country Park is an expansive parkland of around 440 acres located near Southampton in Hampshire. The park is currently undergoing a major transformation with exciting new features being added including an upgrade to the play equipment.
Indoors the woodland cafe is home to an indoor play area for children aged six and under. The Holt has wooden play equipment with many animals, that live in the park dotted around. Outdoors there are two play areas for different age ranges. These are connected by a Forest Trail.
There are themed family trails running throughout the year or you can use their trail guide to find your own adventure by exploring the waymarked routes. The park is home to a Go Ape! outdoor high ropes course. Cyclists are welcome to bring their bikes and use their 1.5-mile-long off-road cycle route. You can even have a go at orienteering.
Further Information Itchen Valley Country Park
Is there food and drink available?
There is a cafe serving food and drinks. You are welcome to bring a picnic.
What are the main things to do?
Large park with play areas and family-friendly trails plus a cycle trail, orienteering and indoor play area. There are toilets and a cafe.
What are the ticket prices?
The park is free to visit.
Is there parking?
There is parking, but charges apply.
When are they open?
The park is open all year round, some facilities are subject to opening hours and the park closes overnight. For up-to-date opening times and dates please visit their website.
Dog friendly?
Dogs are welcome in most areas.
Are they accessible?
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