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Heated to 29.5C all year round, the Subtropical Swimming Paradise is perfect for aquatic adventures with the whole family, whatever the weather! Cherish every playful splash with young adventurers in the water play areas, enjoy thrilling rides and slides and race down the Wild Water Rapids.
Open daily from 10am – 9pm. Opening times vary during the Christmas period. From time to time, we may have to restrict entry for your safety if we reach capacity during busier times.
Laugh all the way down the Wild Water Rapids or challenge your loved ones to a race on the multi-slides. With a variety of rides and slides at each village, you’re guaranteed twists, turns and breathtaking drops!
Wild Water Rapids
The Wild Water Rapids are a firm family favourite and a must when visiting Center Parcs. You’ll need to be a good swimmer and confident in the water - little ones must be able to swim independently. Lie back and let the water take you through the twists and turns and remember feet first!
Available at all locations.
Water Piste
Make a splash on the Water Piste! Before you take the plunge, make sure you check little ones against the height chart.
Available at Whinfell Forest, Sherwood Forest, Longleat Forest and Elveden Forest.
Grand Cascade
Hold on tight as you twist and turn down the nearly 600m long water shoot. It’s family fun at it’s finest and an experience not to be missed! Suitable for children aged 2 years and over, those under 8 years must be accompanied by an adult.
Available at Sherwood Forest.
Tropical Cyclone
Are you brave enough to take on our thrilling Tropical Cyclone raft ride? Experience the twists, turns and exhilarating gravity-defying drop together! Open daily from 11am to 7pm.
Available at all locations.
Lazy River
Take a break, lie back and let the current weave you through the palm trees. With fast and slow sections, it’s perfect for those who want a more relaxed version of the Wild Water Rapids. Children under 8 years must be accompanied by an adult.
Available at Woburn Forest, Elveden Forest and Longleat Forest.
Typhoon
For those of you that are seeking adrenaline-fuelled adventures, the Typhoon is guaranteed to get your heart racing! Take to your raft with a friend, or family member, as you float on a thin film of water, gliding through our very own Typhoon. Minimum height 1.22 meters. Maximum individual weight 115kg (18 stone). Maximum group weight per raft 180kg (28.5 stone).
Available at Woburn Forest and Longleat Forest.
Flumes
Navigate the twists and turns of the Subtropical Swimming Paradise on our thrilling flumes. Children and grown-ups alike can enjoy hours of fun, whatever the weather.
Available at all locations.
Wild Water Rapids
The Wild Water Rapids are a firm family favourite and a must when visiting Center Parcs. You’ll need to be a good swimmer and confident in the water - little ones must be able to swim independently. Lie back and let the water take you through the twists and turns and remember feet first!
Available at all locations.
Water Piste
Make a splash on the Water Piste! Before you take the plunge, make sure you check little ones against the height chart.
Available at Whinfell Forest, Sherwood Forest, Longleat Forest and Elveden Forest.
Grand Cascade
Hold on tight as you twist and turn down the nearly 600m long water shoot. It’s family fun at it’s finest and an experience not to be missed! Suitable for children aged 2 years and over, those under 8 years must be accompanied by an adult.
Available at Sherwood Forest.
Tropical Cyclone
Are you brave enough to take on our thrilling Tropical Cyclone raft ride? Experience the twists, turns and exhilarating gravity-defying drop together! Open daily from 11am to 7pm.
Available at all locations.
Lazy River
Take a break, lie back and let the current weave you through the palm trees. With fast and slow sections, it’s perfect for those who want a more relaxed version of the Wild Water Rapids. Children under 8 years must be accompanied by an adult.
Available at Woburn Forest, Elveden Forest and Longleat Forest.
Typhoon
For those of you that are seeking adrenaline-fuelled adventures, the Typhoon is guaranteed to get your heart racing! Take to your raft with a friend, or family member, as you float on a thin film of water, gliding through our very own Typhoon. Minimum height 1.22 meters. Maximum individual weight 115kg (18 stone). Maximum group weight per raft 180kg (28.5 stone).
Available at Woburn Forest and Longleat Forest.
Indoor and outdoor pools
Swim beneath the stars, hold hands and jump the waves in the Wave Pool or take a moment to relax in the bubbling Whirlpools. Each village has a unique mix of indoor and outdoor pools where the whole family can laugh, splash and play all day.
Buckets of fun for little adventurers
Little ones can dip their toe into the wonderful world of water, with slides, spray fountains and splash pools galore – whilst older children can explore the thrilling water play area with play structures, colossal tipping buckets, flumes and more!
Aquatic adventures for all ages
Baby Dolphins
Take to the water in this fun, free pool session just for under 3’s. From singing songs to playing with inflatables, this session is a great way to introduce babies and toddlers to the joys of being in the pool. Available at all locations.
Little ones can experience the thrill of riding a mini jet ski in this pool based activity. They’ll learn the art of riding a motorised, inflatable jet ski, then get to show off their new skills on our special course. Ages 3 to 7 years. Available at all locations.
Splash, dive, twist and turn… our exhilarating Aqua Jetting will bring out your adventurous side. You must be able to swim 25 metres to take part. On arrival, please check in with our friendly team at the pool entrance check-in area. Minimum age 8 years. Available at all locations.
Treat yourself to a secluded sanctuary in the heart of our Subtropical Swimming Paradise by hiring an Exclusive Cabana. With the added luxury of the fluffiest of towels and a large TV, an Exclusive Cabana is the perfect luxury place to hang out.
Available at Woburn Forest.
Treat yourself to a secluded sanctuary in the heart of our Subtropical Swimming Paradise ... the perfect place to hangout and relax between activities, and great for families. Fully equipped with a TV, safe and other luxuries and essentials.
Available at Whinfell Forest and Longleat Forest.
Treat yourself to a secluded sanctuary in the heart of our Subtropical Swimming Paradise in one of our adapted Cabanas designed for hassle free luxury. Fully equipped with a TV, safe and other luxuries and essentials.
Available at Whinfell Forest, Sherwood Forest, Woburn Forest and Elveden Forest.
Treat yourself to a secluded sanctuary in the heart of our Subtropical Swimming Paradise... the perfect place to hangout and relax between activities, and great for families. Fully equipped with a TV, safe and other luxuries and essentials.
Available at Elveden Forest and Woburn Forest.
Treat yourself to a secluded sanctuary in the heart of our Subtropical Swimming Paradise... the perfect place to hangout and relax between activities, and great for families. Fully equipped with a TV, safe and other luxuries and essentials.
Available at Sherwood Forest, Elveden Forest and Longleat Forest.
Treat yourself to a secluded sanctuary in the heart of our Subtropical Swimming Paradise in one of our adapted Cabanas designed for hassle free luxury. Fully equipped with a TV, safe and other luxuries and essentials.
Available at all locations.
Treat yourself to a secluded sanctuary in the heart of our Subtropical Swimming Paradise by hiring an Exclusive Cabana. With the added luxury of the fluffiest of towels and a large TV, an Exclusive Cabana is the perfect luxury place to hang out.
Available at Woburn Forest.
Treat yourself to a secluded sanctuary in the heart of our Subtropical Swimming Paradise ... the perfect place to hangout and relax between activities, and great for families. Fully equipped with a TV, safe and other luxuries and essentials.
Available at Whinfell Forest and Longleat Forest.
Treat yourself to a secluded sanctuary in the heart of our Subtropical Swimming Paradise in one of our adapted Cabanas designed for hassle free luxury. Fully equipped with a TV, safe and other luxuries and essentials.
Available at Whinfell Forest, Sherwood Forest, Woburn Forest and Elveden Forest.
Treat yourself to a secluded sanctuary in the heart of our Subtropical Swimming Paradise... the perfect place to hangout and relax between activities, and great for families. Fully equipped with a TV, safe and other luxuries and essentials.
Available at Elveden Forest and Woburn Forest.
Treat yourself to a secluded sanctuary in the heart of our Subtropical Swimming Paradise... the perfect place to hangout and relax between activities, and great for families. Fully equipped with a TV, safe and other luxuries and essentials.
Available at Sherwood Forest, Elveden Forest and Longleat Forest.
Treat yourself to a secluded sanctuary in the heart of our Subtropical Swimming Paradise in one of our adapted Cabanas designed for hassle free luxury. Fully equipped with a TV, safe and other luxuries and essentials.
Available at all locations.
An exclusive haven in the heart of the Subtropical Swimming Paradise at Sherwood Forest, why not book a Cabana for 6-8 people in the luxury Cabana Cove? Order food and drinks directly to your Cabana or unwind in the secluded whirlpool reserved exclusively for Cabana Cove guests.
At Sherwood Forest Subtropical Swimming Paradise be sure to try the rip-roaring raft ride, Tropical Cyclone. There's also a wave pool, Wild Water Rapids and the hot whirlpool.
Take on our Wild Water Rapids which carries you along a series of dips and dives and isn’t for the faint hearted, while the warmer outdoor pool is a great area to relax.
There is plenty of fun to be had on our flumes and be sure to try Tropical Cyclone, our thrilling and fast-paced raft ride taking you up to 30 miles per hour and zero gravity.
Experience the Typhoon, a two-seater tube ride, which will whiz you through enclosed tunnels and soar through a labyrinth of back-to-back, 180 degree and 360 degree turns and multiple accelerating drops.
You can borrow buoyancy aids for babies and toddlers free of charge. These are located around the pool, including by the entrance.
Changing Facilities
You’ll find individual and family changing cubicles, nappy changing facilities, and Changing Places facilities for guests with additional needs. Your wristband acts as your locker key.
Forgotten something?
You can buy swim nappies, inflatables and goggles at the Pool Information Desk. You can also hire towels here.
If you are visiting Woburn, Elveden or Sherwood Forest you will also find a Starbucks within the Subtropical Swimming Paradise for your favourite drinks and snacks, great for on-the-go families needing a quick refuel before heading back for more splashing good fun.
Free Buoyancy Aids
You can borrow buoyancy aids for babies and toddlers free of charge. These are located around the pool, including by the entrance.
Changing Facilities
You’ll find individual and family changing cubicles, nappy changing facilities, and Changing Places facilities for guests with additional needs. Your wristband acts as your locker key.
Forgotten something?
You can buy swim nappies, inflatables and goggles at the Pool Information Desk. You can also hire towels here.
If you are visiting Woburn, Elveden or Sherwood Forest you will also find a Starbucks within the Subtropical Swimming Paradise for your favourite drinks and snacks, great for on-the-go families needing a quick refuel before heading back for more splashing good fun.
Free Buoyancy Aids
You can borrow buoyancy aids for babies and toddlers free of charge. These are located around the pool, including by the entrance.
Changing Places
As part of our mission to make Center Parcs accessible for all guests, we’re pleased to introduce Changing Places facilities at all our villages within the Subtropical Swimming Paradise. These are designed for guests with additional needs, and include a mobile shower changer, hoist, wash basin and a toilet with drop-down grab rails – helping everyone to enjoy the Center Parcs experience.
Take a closer look at the Subtropical Swimming Paradise
