Croft Farm Waterpark
Bredon's Hardwick, Tewkesbury GL20 7EE, UK
A lakeside touring and camping park near Tewkesbury, around ten miles from Cheltenham
About Croft Farm Waterpark
Croft Farm Waterpark sits beside the River Avon on the edge of Tewkesbury, built around a former gravel-pit lake now used for watersports, fishing and paddleboarding. It's the most family-oriented of the sites near Cheltenham, with grass pitches for tents alongside hardstanding for caravans and motorhomes, plus a playground and shop on site.
The lake is the main draw: visitors can swim, paddleboard, kayak or fish depending on the season, and the flat, low-lying ground around Tewkesbury makes for easy cycling into the historic town, with its abbey and riverside pubs, in around twenty minutes. Electric hook-ups and modern shower blocks are available across the touring pitches, and the park also offers a small number of glamping options for those without their own kit.
Tewkesbury's position at the meeting of the Severn and Avon means the surrounding ground can flood after heavy winter rain, so the practical camping season runs from spring to early autumn. Dogs are welcome on most pitches, and the combination of watersports and easy access to both Tewkesbury and Cheltenham makes this a good all-round choice for families touring the area.
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Lodges & pods
- Glamping Pods
- Lakeside Pods
- Holiday Cabins
- Lodges
Hook-up
Facilities
Takeaway & food delivery
Handy if you fancy a night off cooking — here's what delivers near this site.
Just Eat — 27 takeaways deliver to this postcode (GL20 7EE)
Papa Johns - Tewkesbury
5.0 · Pizza, Burgers
Domino's - Tewkesbury
5.0 · Pizza, Chicken
Pico’s Piri Piri
5.0 · Chicken, Peri Peri
Go Peri - Bishops Cleeve
5.0 · Peri Peri, Chicken
Go Pizza - Bishops Cleeve
5.0 · Pizza, American
Checked 26 Aug 2026 — always confirm on justeat.co.uk before ordering, as coverage can change.
Deliveroo — 33 restaurants nearby
Subway
Pico’s Piri Piri
Sainsbury's Supermarket
Iceland
Chicago Pizza
Checked 26 Aug 2026 — always confirm on deliveroo.co.uk before ordering, as coverage can change.
Nearest supermarkets
Handy if you're self-catering or need to stock up on arrival.
- Co-op, Tewkesbury 1.1 miles
- Morrisons, Tewkesbury 1.6 miles
- Aldi, Tewkesbury 2.5 miles
- Lidl, Cheltenham 5.5 miles
- Tesco, Cheltenham 5.6 miles
- Sainsbury's, Cheltenham 6.8 miles
- Asda 7 miles
Straight-line distances — the drive will be longer. Store data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Opening hours
- Open from 1 March to 31 December.
What visitors say
Camped on the activity field. Really hot weekend so site was full, Food and service in cafe/bar was great, Lake was busy, but again no issues, plenty of space for everyone. Toilets were clean and constantly attended to. Overall 5 stars!
4 weeks ago · via Google
Just came back celebrating my wife’s 50th birthday, phoned for early check in week before date , very polite lady called sue helped me with it no stress very professional. Me , wife and son got there and was greeted very cheerful reception sue and Sarah had a laugh with plus being professional it’s just what you need after long journey can’t fault the place which we camp every July but we upgraded a lodge for wife’s 50th which was amazing and clean we felt like royalty, great touch was the free bread , milk etc . Special thanks to ria who does the hot tub for us every day was professional and happy and having a laugh while she worked So thank your team making my wife’s 50th a birthday week she ( and me and son ) will never forget
2 months ago · via Google
The lake is absolutely stunning. But the toilets and washing facilities are absolutely disgusting. Me and my child went to use the showers at around 9am and there was faeces all over the floor outside the shower. My partner reported it to someone on duty. I've also emailed them, but they haven't even bothered to reply. There were porta cabins on the camping site which were really gross. And the wooden cabin with the showers and the disabled access showers were just as gross tbh. I've attached photos. It's a shame, as the lake is stunning, but the facilities really let this place down. We'd love to return and use the lake again, but would dread the showers and toilets.
2 months ago · via Google
A Heartfelt Thank You to Croft Farm Water Park On behalf of the Bulgarian British Foundation "St George" (Charity No. 1164441), the children and families we support, and the wider Bulgarian community in the UK, we would like to express our sincere gratitude to the owners and team at Croft Farm Water Park. For over 10 years, Croft Farm has generously supported our annual fundraising event, BG Picnic, which helps Bulgarian children and their families stay connected to their language, culture, and heritage while building their lives in the UK. The owners have always been incredibly welcoming, accommodating, and supportive. They have provided us with the use of their beautiful grounds and essential facilities, including parking, electricity, and water, free of charge. Their team has gone above and beyond by helping with event logistics, including traffic management and parking assistance, ensuring that our event runs smoothly every year. The facilities at Croft Farm are excellent, and many of our guests choose to stay for the weekend and enjoy everything the park has to offer. The water activities are fantastic, with friendly and highly qualified instructors creating a fun and safe experience for all ages. What makes their support even more special is their continued generosity through donations to our charity, helping us continue our work with children and families in our community. Thank you to the owners and the entire Croft Farm team for your kindness, generosity, and ongoing support. Your contribution has made a real difference to so many people, and we are truly grateful. We highly recommend Croft Farm Water Park to anyone looking for a wonderful outdoor experience in a beautiful countryside setting.
a month ago · via Google
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