Enjoy peaceful lakeside walks, feed waterfowl, and explore large grassy areas perfect for families seeking outdoor relaxation near Cwmbran town centre.

Cwmbran Boating Lake is a serene outdoor destination located just minutes from Cwmbran town centre in Monmouthshire, Wales. The venue features a large scenic lake surrounded by expansive grassy areas, offering visitors a tranquil natural environment ideal for family outings. Visitors can enjoy leisurely walks around the lake while observing abundant birdlife, including geese and ducks that visitors can feed. The peaceful setting makes it perfect for families with young children and those with pushchairs, who can comfortably navigate the open spaces. Dogs are welcome, allowing pet owners to bring their canine companions along for the experience. The venue is also popular with anglers, as the lake is well-stocked with various fish species including carp, bream, perch, and pike. Beyond outdoor recreation, visitors can enjoy refreshments from ice cream vendors on-site. Its accessible location, combined with free entry and dog-friendly policies, makes Cwmbran Boating Lake one of the top attractions in the area for families seeking outdoor leisure activities.

Venue Details

What this place offers

Toilets

Public transport nearby

Accessible toilets

Free WiFi

Baby changing facilities

Food available

On-site parking

🐕Dog-friendly

Parking nearby

Pushchair friendly

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Graham Dickinson

5 months ago

Great place for a dog walk. You must keep your dog on a lead around the lake and the playground but after that there is a 3 mile round trip walk along the river where dogs can run free

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bazmanblack

9 months ago

Lovely lake great play area for the kids nice hot chocolate from the stand. Easy parking although could be crowded on nicer days.

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Cae Beynon

a year ago

Took my first visit here the other day after always being close to it but never stopping. I was surprised how lovely it is here. It offers a nice little walk if you walk all the way around and lots of beautiful things to see.

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Gail Morgan

a year ago

A cold day for a walk. But thoroughly enjoyable. We enjoyed a tea at the little cafe. We saw some Greylag Geese. And lots of other beautiful birds. We will go again.

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Kevin Arscott (The Walking Kev)

a year ago

Nice place for an autumn walk with some impressive trees. Park for the kids, lake to walk around and feed the ducks as well as a cafe serving food and ice cream. Can get very busy on nice days, but generally enough room as it's a large area.

Reviews last updated: 7 October 2026