Tickets have gone on sale for the North West Aqua Park, a giant inflatable outdoor waterpark arriving at the Anderton Centre on the border of Bolton and Chorley this summer. Set against the backdrop of Lower Rivington Reservoir, the park opens on Monday, August 3, with hourly sessions priced at £20.
What the Aqua Park Offers
The park features giant inflatable obstacles, slides, climbing walls, balance challenges and splash zones, all supervised by fully qualified lifeguards. It is designed for families, friends, community groups and thrill seekers, with a minimum age of six and minimum height of 1.1 metres. Children aged six to 11 must be accompanied by an adult at a ratio of one adult to two children. Those aged 12 and over need an adult if they are not confident in open water or in large groups.
Supporting a Charity
The Anderton Centre is a registered charity that delivers adventure activities such as kayaking, archery and paddle boarding. The launch of the Aqua Park represents a significant investment in outdoor recreation, and every visit helps support the centre's work providing life-changing outdoor learning opportunities for children, young people and community groups across the region.
Quotes from Leadership
Jason Pendlebury, chief executive of the Anderton Centre, said: "We are incredibly excited to open the North West Aqua Park and welcome our first visitors on August 3. This has been a project that has involved a huge amount of planning, partnership working and commitment from many people, and we’re immensely proud to see it become a reality." He added: "We believe the Aqua Park will become one of the North West’s premier outdoor attractions, bringing new visitors to the area while encouraging people of all ages to get active, enjoy the outdoors and create lasting memories with family and friends."
Safety and Booking
Bosses say every session is delivered to the highest safety standards, with comprehensive briefings, specialist equipment and professionally trained staff. Tickets are expected to fill quickly during the summer holidays and can be booked online.
