Alderford Lake Aquapark in Whitchurch, Shropshire, has introduced a brand new swing for the 2026 season. The attraction, located around one hour's drive from Birmingham, features a massive 120-person obstacle course in a Total Wipeout style, inviting thrill-seekers to bounce, jump, slide and launch themselves into the water.
Aquapark Details and Pricing
The action-packed venue offers swimming sessions, SUP, kayak and canoe hire plus lessons. Visitors can also walk, cycle and take part in woodland activities across the site, with an on-site café available. Sessions cost from £21 for 50 minutes, which includes a safety briefing, buoyancy aid and all-day swim pass. Wetsuits can be hired for £9.
Exploring Whitchurch
Whitchurch is one of the UK's oldest towns, packed with Medieval, Tudor and Georgian buildings. St Mary's Arcade is full of indie shops selling clothes, lifestyle and homeware items. Notable stops include Homefolk, a quirky homeware store supporting over 30 artisans with gifts under a fiver, and zero waste shop Refill Your Boots. Popular cafés include Café Eleven, Walters, Joli Coffee and Lockside Café with outdoor seating.
Getting There
Whitchurch is easily accessible via the A41 in just over an hour from Birmingham, or by train from Birmingham New Street via Crewe in around 90 minutes. The town offers a perfect day out combining history, shopping and water-based adventure.
