Arrow Valley Visitor Centre and Lake

04/09/2026

🐾 Introducing the first of our lovely bunch of stallholders who will be helping support Hounds in the Grounds with a prize for the winners of our classes!

First up is the sponsor of the Waggiest Tail Prize, Teddy & Co! 🏆

🎀 Teddy & Co sell luxury accessories for stylish dogs including harnesses, collars, leads and accessories all designed with love for your pampered pooches, make sure you stop by their stall when you come to Hounds In The Grounds! 🎀

🐶 Hounds In The Grounds
📆 19th September 2026 | 12pm - 4pm
🐕For more info visit our website: https://arrowvalley.co.uk/hounds-in-the-grounds/

Hounds In The Grounds ran and hosted by Show Day Solutions and sponsored by The Dog Day Club & Groomers.

03/09/2026

🍃The summer may be over, but you can still book your adventure out on the lake in one of our rowing boats or swan pedalos. 🛶

WATER ACTIVITIES OPENING TIMES:
📆 Friday & Saturday | 12pm - 7:30pm
📆 Sunday | 1pm - 7:30pm
All activities have a final hire time of 7pm

Book online below: 👇
🎫 https://arrowvalley.co.uk/wateractivites/
🥾 Walk-ups also welcome!

Our swan pedalos and rowing boats offer the perfect way to spend time on the lake with family and friends. Whether you’re taking a gentle paddle across the water or enjoying a relaxing row around the lake, there’s no better way to make the most of a summer day.Due to the presence of blue-green a...

31/08/2026

🎈 Don't forget that the free of charge, 'Back To School' photo backdrop provided by the wonderful Katrina from Twist & Sparkle Events UK will be back on the 1st & 2nd of September! ✏

📆Tues 1st September | 10am - 4pm
📆 Wed 2nd September | 12pm - 4:30pm
📍 The Boathouse, AVVC Mezzanine

📷 Just bring your camera or your phone and take some lovely photos of your little one for the memory box! ❤️

You can also pre-order personalised balloons and can buy on the day should you wish, just DM Katrina via her page if you would like to do so.

29/08/2026

Make the most of the August bank holiday weekend with a Boathouse Bundle!

Enjoy the best of the lake with a side of pizza or ice cream - or both!

Bundle Options:
🦢🍦 Swan pedalo ride & 4 single scoop ice creams - £20 (inc. bf)
🦢🍕 Swan pedalo ride & 2 pizzas (any choice) - £30 (inc. bf)
🦢🍕🍦 Swan pedalo, 2 pizzas (any choice), & 4 single scoop ice creams - £35 (inc. bf)

Book online via our website or book when your on site in our cafe!
🌲 https://arrowvalley.co.uk

28/08/2026

🐾 Introducing the amazing stall holders and vendors that will be making Hounds In The Grounds the paw-fect day out for dog-lovers and their canine companions! 🐾

There will be a fantastic range of stall holders offering everything from pet photography and unique accessories to delicious treats, gifts and much more:

🎨 Black Phoenix Designs
❤️ Bow Wood Pet Cremations
🦴 Dottie’s Natural Dog Treats
🎨 Intentional By Beth
📷 Nery Ann Photography
🎀 Ozzy's Empawrium
📷 Pocket Rose Photography
🎨 Purple Spider: The Learning Bus.
🫧 Sage & Snout
🎀 Teddy & Co
🦴 Ted's Barkery
🐶 The CanoCoach
🎨 The Furry Frame
🐼 WWF UK

🏆 Don't forget there will also be a fun dog show on the day starting from 12:30pm! 🏆

📆 Hounds In The Grounds | 19th September, 12pm - 4pm
🔗For more info: https://arrowvalley.co.uk/hounds-in-the-grounds/

Show ran and hosted by Show Day Solutions and sponsored by The Dog Day Club & Groomers.

26/08/2026

🔎 Have you booked for our frighteningly good Murder Mystery Nights at The Boathouse yet? 🕵️‍♀️

Big Adventures Murder Mystery Company will be returning to us with 3 sinister cases:

💀 Hammer's House of Horror | 24/10/26
🕯 O Come All Ye Fatal | 12/12/26
💔 Murder at the Moulin Rouge | 13/2/27

🍴 Your ticket will include a welcome drink and a 2 course buffet!

📋Full menus for Hammer's House of Horror and O Come All Ye Fatal are now live on our website.

BOOK TODAY!
🎫 https://arrowvalley.co.uk/events/

24/08/2026

🚲 Roll into Summer! 🚲

As a part of Redditch Borough Council's summer fun at the Arrow Valley Country Park there will be a Flatland BMX Demo!

Cool skills and high energy fun on wheels in the park! Redditch Skatepark is coming to the Arrow Valley Country Park to teach you BMX skills.

The session is free to participate in - RBC would only request that users complete an online membership consent form with parental consent for under 16's. This can be found at the Redditch Wheels Project membership page.

📆 Wednesday 26th August 2026 | 2pm - 4pm
📍Arrow Valley Country Park, Amphitheatre

For more info: https://www.redditchbc.gov.uk/things-to-do/activities-and-events/posts/arrow-valley-country-park-summer-fun-2026/

22/08/2026

Okay, so you may be able to row in a straight line now, but what if you’re struggling to get the hang of changing what direction you want to go in? 🌊

🚣 We’ve got you! Dan’s back for part 2 of our rowing tips. So, now you’ve got the hang of all the basics, why not give it a go in real life and book a session on our rowing boats!

BOOK:
🚣‍♂️ https://arrowvalley.co.uk
(Walk Ups also welcome!)

22/08/2026

🎪 Circus Skills Workshop!🎪

As a part of Redditch Borough Council's summer fun at the Arrow Valley Country Park, there will be a free drop-in circus workshop with Steve Kaos!

This workshop is for all ages, with juggling balls & clubs, spinning plates, diabolos, cigar boxes, hold on stilts, hula hoops, unicycles and more. All demonstrated and taught by international circus entertainer Steve Kaos.

📆 Tuesday 25th August | 12pm - 4pm
📍Arrow Valley Country Park, Amphitheatre

For more info: https://www.redditchbc.gov.uk/things-to-do/activities-and-events/posts/arrow-valley-country-park-summer-fun-2026/