Sywell Country Park

Updated: May 30, 2025
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Location:
Northampton
Postcode:
NN6 0QX
Parking:

There is a large pay and display car park at Sywell Country Park, located off Washbrook Lane, near Sywell village in Northamptonshire. Parking charges apply (check Northamptonshire County Council website for current rates). The car park provides direct access to the reservoir, visitor centre, cafe, play area, and the start of the main paths. It can get very busy, especially at weekends and during school holidays, at this popular Northamptonshire destination.

Distance:
2.70 miles
Time:
1.00 hours
Difficulty:
Easy
Terrain:

The terrain at Sywell Country Park in Northamptonshire is predominantly flat and easy. Paths are a mix of well-surfaced tracks (tarmac, gravel, boardwalks) suitable for pushchairs and wheelchairs in many areas, and some grassy or earth paths which can be muddy after rain, especially in woodland or meadow sections. Very accessible overall around this Northamptonshire reservoir.

Facilities:
Toilets, Cafe
Accessibility:
Yes
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Explore Sywell Country Park in Northamptonshire, a popular Green Flag Award-winning park created around a former drinking water reservoir, offering a delightful mix of waterside walks, meadows, and woodland. Located near the village of Sywell, this park provides a valuable recreational resource and wildlife haven for the Northamptonshire community. Sywell Country Park is particularly known for its accessible paths, family-friendly facilities, and the picturesque Edwardian-themed water works and pump house which add historical character.

Well-maintained paths and trails encircle the main reservoir and wind through other areas of Sywell Country Park. Key features include a children's adventure playground (the Edwardian-themed playground is a highlight for families), a visitor centre with a cafe, bird hides overlooking the water (excellent for spotting a variety of waterfowl), and areas managed for nature conservation, including a butterfly garden and native tree trails. It's an excellent Northamptonshire spot for a family day out, a gentle stroll, or birdwatching in a well-managed environment.

  • Discover Sywell Country Park in Northamptonshire, with its scenic reservoir and historic pumphouse.
  • Walk or cycle along accessible paths around the water, through meadows, and developing woodland.
  • Excellent facilities including a large and imaginative children's play area, visitor centre, and cafe.
  • Great for birdwatching and family outings in this well-loved Northamptonshire park.


A circular walk around the main reservoir at Sywell Country Park is typically around 2.5-3 miles. Shorter accessible routes are also available, making it a versatile Northamptonshire park for all ages and abilities. The park often hosts events and educational activities.

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