# Cotswold Country Park And Beach - The Dragonfly Cafe, Cirencester — Reviews & Opening Hours

> Rated 4.2/5 from 2,350 Google reviews. Beach on freshwater lakes in parkland area for watersports and walking, plus adventure playground.

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Water Park

# Cotswold Country Park And Beach - The Dragonfly Cafe

Somerford Keynes, Cirencester

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**In short:** Cotswold Country Park And Beach - The Dragonfly Cafe is a water park in Cirencester, rated 4.2 out of 5 from 2,350 Google reviews, with a 3/5 food hygiene rating.

Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places

Beach on freshwater lakes in parkland area for watersports and walking, plus adventure playground. Summary via Google

## About Cotswold Country Park And Beach - The Dragonfly Cafe

The Dragonfly Cafe sits within Cotswold Country Park and Beach, a freshwater lake venue in parkland near Somerford Keynes. The cafe serves visitors to the park's beach, watersports facilities and adventure playground.

Food hygiene inspection rated the cafe 3 out of 5. The wider park is popular with families and can become busy, particularly during peak times.

## Opening hours

**Monday** 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

**Tuesday** 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

**Wednesday** 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

**Thursday** 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

**Friday** 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

**Saturday** 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

**Sunday** 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

## What's nearby

- AquaVenture 250m away

Distances as the crow flies, via Google

Visitors say this country park offers a clean, sandy beach and lake with various activities like paddle boats and an AquaVenture course, providing plenty of fun for families. They also highlight the good value, with admission charged per car, and recommend booking in advance, especially for activities.

Some reviews mention the beach area can be overcrowded.

Summary via Google

## At a glance

**Guest rating** 4.2 / 5 (2,350 reviews)

**Good for children** Yes

**Food hygiene rating** 3 out of 5 – Generally satisfactory

**Destination** Cirencester

Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/997718).

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★ 4.2 (2,350 reviews)

[01285 868096](tel:01285868096)

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### Quick Facts

**Destination** Cirencester

**Plus Code** 9C3WM26P+M6

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## Quick answers

### What are the opening hours of Cotswold Country Park And Beach - The Dragonfly Cafe?

Cotswold Country Park And Beach - The Dragonfly Cafe is open Mon–Sun 10am–6pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go).

### Is Cotswold Country Park And Beach - The Dragonfly Cafe any good?

Cotswold Country Park And Beach - The Dragonfly Cafe is rated 4.2 out of 5 from 2,350 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 3 out of 5.

### Is Cotswold Country Park And Beach - The Dragonfly Cafe good for children?

Yes, Cotswold Country Park And Beach - The Dragonfly Cafe is listed as good for children.

### How do I contact Cotswold Country Park And Beach - The Dragonfly Cafe?

Call Cotswold Country Park And Beach - The Dragonfly Cafe on +44 1285 868096.

## More near Cotswold Country Park And Beach - The Dragonfly Cafe

### Hotels & B&Bs nearby

- [Eliot Arms ★ 4.2 · 1.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cirencester/hotels/eliot-arms)
- [Well Cottage B and B ★ 4.8 · 1.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cirencester/hotels/well-cottage-b-and-b)
- [De Vere Cotswold Water Park ★ 4.1 · 2.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cirencester/hotels/de-vere-cotswold-water-park)
- [Thames Head Wharf ★ 4.9 · 3.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cirencester/hotels/thames-head-wharf)

### Holiday cottages nearby

- [Robin Lodge next door](https://staycation.co.uk/cotswold/cottages/robin-lodge-ukc7953)
- [Bridge House 0.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cotswold/cottages/bridge-house-syk1121276)
- [Moorhens Cottage ★ 4.3 · 0.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cotswold/cottages/moorhens-cottage-nu6)
- [Firefly Cottage 0.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cotswold/cottages/firefly-cottage-syk1179025)

### Campsites nearby

- [Cotswold Lakes Camping ★ 3.6 · 0.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cirencester/camping/cotswold-lakes-camping)
- [Hoburne Cotswold ★ 4.3 · 1.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cotswolds/camping/hoburne-cotswold)
- [Thames Head Wharf ★ 4.9 · 3.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cirencester/camping/thames-head-wharf)
- [The Thames Head Inn ★ 4.6 · 3.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cirencester/camping/the-thames-head-inn)

### Things to do nearby

- [Cotswold Country Park and Beach ★ 4.2 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/cirencester/attractions/cotswold-country-park-and-beach)
- [Cotswold Water Park & Beach ★ 4.2 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/cirencester/attractions/cotswold-water-park-beach)
- [The Gateway Ice Rink ★ 4.1 · 3.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cirencester/attractions/the-gateway-ice-rink)
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