Keep Cool at Wicksteed Park Summer 2025
The weather is forecasted to be hot, hot, hot this week. But don’t worry about the heat at Wicksteed Park, there are plenty ways to fight off the heat at Wicksteed Park. Here’s how you can keep cool at Wicksteed Park this summer.
Keep cool with an ice cream
On a hot day, there is nothing better than digging into a cold and tasty treat. That’s why treating yourself to an ice cream from Wicksteed Park’s ice cream parlour is the perfect way to cool down.
From a classic vanilla or strawberry, to the delicious coffee choc chip or bubble gum, there are so many delicious flavours to choose from. Enjoy one scoop or two in a tasty waffle cone, or you can opt for the tub. Refreshing sorbet is also available, subject to availability. Ice cream can be purchased from either the Parlour, opposite reception, or from the brand-new mini-Parlour down in Thrill Zone.
Next time you’re at the park on a scorching day, make sure you grab yourself a refreshingly delicious ice cream and cool down whilst catching some rays.
Find some shade
Finding shade at an open park can sometimes feel like an impossible task, but luckily for you Wicksteed Park is home to many trees perfect to hide away from the sun. If you venture beyond the parkland you will discover the calming arboretum.
This calming haven was planted in the 70’s and is home to both native and non-native tree species. On a hot day, this leafy paradise provides a relaxing, cool shade that will allow you to sit back and enjoy the summers day without having to worry about getting sunburnt.
Make a splash
One of the most fun ways to cool down at Wicksteed Park is definitely by going on one of the water based rides at Wicksteed Park.
In Splash Zone, you can experience the oldest water chute in Britain, and one of the oldest surviving water-based rides in the world! The historic Water Chute is a classic, iconic ride at Wicksteed Park that has been keeping visitors cool since 1926.
In Thrill Zone, you can experience the excitement and splash of Rocky River Falls. Twist and turn through the gentle rapids before the relaxation transforms into an exhilarating drop into water with an enormous splash.
Nothing beats a ride on the Water Chute or Rocky River Falls on a hot summer’s day.
Ypu can experince our water rides by booking wristbands or individual tickets online or on the day of your visit.
Find out more about or wristband and ticket options here!
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