Wellington Country Park (Riseley)

We visited the park in early September on a dry but cool Sunday when the park wasn't too busy so we were able to park close to the entrance and we were able to enjoy the facilities to the full. If the park were free I would be wholeheartedly recommending it but having paid £21.50 for 1 adult and 3 children I'm not sure it offers good value especially when you think about the wealth of countryside around this area that is free to enjoy. The park is accessed through a visitor centre/cafe building which also houses the only toilets for the venue. Visitors are given a sticker which will allow readmittance to the park so you can come in and use the ...  Read the complete review

It is half term (Feb 2009), and I have just come back from a trip to Wellington Country Park. Due to a low boredom threshold (me not the kids), I do tend to go on days out as much as I can, always armed with a picnic and ready to make the most of wherever I go. The park was set up in 1974 apparently "by the Eighth Duke and Duchess of Wellington, who wished to provide a destination where the growing population of the Thames Valley could enjoy outdoor pursuits, discover natural history and develop an interest in the countryside." I am not sure that for me it quite fulfilled this role. To be fair to the Park, my visit was at the start of ...  Read the complete review

Last week I was privileged to be a parent helper on my daughter’s pre-school trip. The destination was not far from our home address yet I had never heard of this place before. Not only was I able to spend the day with a lovely group of pre-schoolers but I was able to take in some breathtaking scenery and fresh air. What a thoroughly enjoyable day lay ahead for us all and this park deserves a review to encourage (hopefully) more visitors. Situated within easy reach of both the M4 and M3, the park is open daily and is well signposted from the A33. *** PARK DETAILS*** Wellington Country Park Odiham ...  Read the complete review