Explore a scenic lakeside country park with walking trails, boathouse dining, and family-friendly outdoor activities in a peaceful natural setting.

The Mere at Ellesmere is a beautiful country park centered around a picturesque lake, offering visitors a tranquil natural environment perfect for families seeking outdoor recreation. The venue features walking trails and pathways around the mere, allowing visitors to enjoy peaceful countryside walks at their own pace. The on-site Mere Boathouse provides convenient food and refreshment facilities, making it easy to spend an extended visit exploring the grounds. This family-friendly destination welcomes dogs and is pushchair-friendly, making it accessible for visitors of all ages and mobility levels. The free entry policy ensures an affordable day out for families, while the combination of natural beauty, walking opportunities, and basic amenities makes it an ideal spot for casual outdoor recreation, picnicking, or simply enjoying time in nature. Whether visitors are looking for a gentle stroll around the lake or a peaceful place to relax with family, The Mere at Ellesmere provides a welcoming outdoor space.

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

☕ Food & Drink

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Gary Edwards

a week ago

Such a lovely place, you can park along the front and watch the birds from there or it's a short walk for a disabled person to get to a bench. Early morning or later in the evening are great times to visit, but you could spend the whole day there.

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Scrambler Jaxx

a month ago

I am reviewing the Boathouse kiosk at Ellesmere lake. We stopped for ice cream and the guy was brushing all the duck poo up, we asked for ice cream, he went to the counter picked up a cone and said what do you want? I asked aren't you going to wash your hands? He looked blank and said why? He was Asian, we walked away. Dirty. Would not recommend.

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Paulina Modlisz

2 months ago

Perfect family spot, you can feed the ducks, have delicious ice cream (there is a restaurant too so you can have something to eat too!!). Big playground for little ones and a lots of beautiful walk paths. We are going back every other week

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Nikki Edwards

6 months ago

Stunning place lots of benches to sit down. Ice cream kiosk's ,nice pub The boathouse .Sculptures are really lovely. Highly recommend coming here.

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David Gooderham

7 months ago

A wonderful place to take your family, walk your dog or just visit alone. Maintained throughout the year and host to annual events. The local town is nearby with restaurants, coffee shops and general stores.

Reviews last updated: 7 October 2026