# Lakeside Country Park, Eastleigh — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info > This peaceful Eastleigh retreat features a scenic lake teeming with waterfowl, plus picnic areas, an on-site café and family facilities including baby changing rooms and free parking. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/eastleigh/attractions/lakeside-country-park (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Park 🐾 Dogs Welcome # Lakeside Country Park Wide Lane [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=13973959475930965678&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Dean Cox](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/113353384479140939633) **In short:** Lakeside Country Park is a park in Eastleigh, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 1,885 Google reviews, with dogs welcome. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Lakeside Country Park This peaceful Eastleigh retreat features a scenic lake teeming with waterfowl, plus picnic areas, an on-site café and family facilities including baby changing rooms and free parking. ## What's nearby - Lakeside Weightlifting 200m away - Lakeside Play Area 350m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## Good to know ### Parking - ✓Free car park - ✓Free street ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible parking - ✓Accessible entrance - ✓Accessible seating ### Payment - ✓Credit cards - ✓Debit cards - ✓Contactless Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs. ## Photos Photos via Google ## Opening hours **Monday** 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM **Tuesday** 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM **Wednesday** 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM **Thursday** 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM **Friday** 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM **Saturday** 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM **Sunday** 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours. ## What visitors say [Pim](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/103832103806825591558/reviews) ★★★★★ We passed by this place and found it very natural 🦢 and peaceful, perfect for a walk. 🚶‍♂️🚶‍♀️ My husband and I really like it here, but it would be even better if there were an open café to grab some drinks or a drink vending machine. · via Google [Di’s adventures](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/116052740859190500856/reviews) ★★★★★ This place is nice enough, and the free car park is a bonus, but it’s such a shame that swimming isn’t allowed. We haven’t been able to find any proper freshwater swimming spots in Dorset — it feels like the only option is the sea, which is a little disappointing. · via Google [Simply Walk](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/108996743602093949935/reviews) ★★★★★ Whether you're stopping by for an hour to unwind after work, taking the kids out for a ride on the miniature train, or enjoying a slow walk around the water, Lakeside Country Park is a great spot to visit . Highly recommended for anyone in the Eastleigh or Southampton area. · via Google [Kevin Aston](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/101559006619182896665/reviews) ★★★★★ Great if you and/or family loves trains. Easy walks around the track, the lakes and though the woods. Toilets, cafe and parking. A park for the kids as well. Lovely place to spend a few hours. · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x487473af57966c65:0xc1ed7a1b2c91a6ae!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) People say this country park offers beautiful, peaceful walks around the lake and through the woods, with a fun playground and miniature train rides for children. Visitors also highlight the clean, well-maintained facilities, including restrooms and picnic areas. They appreciate the welcoming cafe with delicious cakes and snacks, along with the convenient free parking. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Address** Wide Lane, Eastleigh, SO50 5PD [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=50.9567881%2C-1.3653802) **Category** Parks & Play Areas **Guest rating** 4.5 / 5 (1,885 reviews) **Suitable for** All Ages **Setting** Outdoor **Dogs allowed** Yes **Good for children** Yes **Destination** Eastleigh [More attractions in Eastleigh](https://staycation.co.uk/eastleigh/attractions) ★ 4.5 (1,885 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.eastleigh.gov.uk/sport,-countryside,-parks-culture/countryside/lakeside.aspx?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [02380 617 882](tel:02380617882) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Eastleigh **Postcode** SO50 5PD **Payment** Cards, Contactless **Plus Code** 9C2WXJ4M+PR [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x487473af57966c65:0xc1ed7a1b2c91a6ae!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x487473af57966c65:0xc1ed7a1b2c91a6ae!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x487473af57966c65:0xc1ed7a1b2c91a6ae!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Eastleigh Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. [Check availability →](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DEastleigh%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/eastleigh/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/eastleigh/camping) ## Quick answers ### What are the opening hours of Lakeside Country Park? Lakeside Country Park is open Mon–Sun 9:30am–5pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go). ### Is Lakeside Country Park any good? Lakeside Country Park is rated 4.5 out of 5 from 1,885 Google reviews. ### Is Lakeside Country Park dog-friendly? Yes, dogs are allowed at Lakeside Country Park. ### Is Lakeside Country Park good for children? Yes, Lakeside Country Park is listed as good for children. ### Is Lakeside Country Park indoors or outdoors? Lakeside Country Park is mainly outdoors. ### What ages is Lakeside Country Park suitable for? Lakeside Country Park suits all ages. ### Is Lakeside Country Park wheelchair accessible? Lakeside Country Park has a wheelchair-accessible entrance. ### Is there parking at Lakeside Country Park? Yes: free car park and free street parking. ### How do I contact Lakeside Country Park? Call Lakeside Country Park on +44 23 8068 3841. ## More near Lakeside Country Park ### Hotels & B&Bs nearby - [Premier Inn Southampton Airport ★ 4.0 · 0.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/southampton/hotels/premier-inn-southampton-airport) - [Holiday Inn Southampton Eastleigh M3 jct13 ★ 4.1 · 1.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/eastleigh/hotels/holiday-inn-southampton-eastleigh-m3-jct13) - [Travelodge Eastleigh Central ★ 3.7 · 1.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/eastleigh/hotels/travelodge-eastleigh-central) - [Premier Inn Southampton Eastleigh ★ 4.1 · 1.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/eastleigh/hotels/premier-inn-southampton-eastleigh) ### Holiday cottages nearby - [The Coach House 1.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/southampton/cottages/the-coach-house-16188) - [Flat 1 3.5 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/southampton/cottages/flat-1-uk41147) - [Flat 3 3.5 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/southampton/cottages/flat-3-uk41146) - [Sunset in Southampton 3.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/southampton/cottages/sunset-in-southampton-uk50118) ### Campsites nearby - [Morelands Copse Camping ★ 4.3 · 3.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/eastleigh/camping/morelands-copse-camping) - [Marwell Resort ★ 4.4 · 4.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/owslebury/camping/marwell-resort-owslebury) - [Sunnyside Caravan Park ★ 4.4 · 5.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/hampshire/camping/sunnyside-caravan-park) - [Sunnydale Farm Camping and Caravan Site ★ 4.4 · 5.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/southampton/camping/sunnydale-farm-camping-and-caravan-site-southampton) ### Things to do nearby - [Eastleigh Lakeside Steam Railway ★ 4.6 · 0.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/eastleigh/attractions/eastleigh-lakeside-steam-railway) - [Vue Eastleigh ★ 4.1 · 0.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/eastleigh/attractions/vue-eastleigh) - [Hollywood Bowl Eastleigh ★ 4.1 · 0.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/eastleigh/attractions/hollywood-bowl-eastleigh) - [TeamSport Indoor Karting Southampton ★ 4.6 · 1.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/eastleigh/attractions/teamsport-indoor-karting-southampton)