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Alton Water - main entrance
At over 400 aces Alton Water is the largest reservoir in Suffolk, a beautiful lake and a water park - with it's main entrance in Stutton. It is a significant local and regional amenity offering a variety of activities for the whole family:
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walking routes (including a circular walk of approximately 9 miles)
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bird hides
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picnic site
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viewpoint
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water sports
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cycling (including off-road routes)
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cycle hire
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children's play area
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windsurfing
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camping
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cafe
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car parking
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toilets
Open 365 days a year
Alton Water Park attracts a wide range of wildlife both on and around the water. Good numbers of great crested grebe are present with common terns using the purpose built nesting rafts. The Park is a stronghold for nightingales with up to 30 singing males during spring. With the help of volunteers Anglian Water has developed a three-mile nature trail on the south shore which includes woodland, a butterfly garden, a wildflower meadow, ponds and bird hides.
Alton Water Sports Centre
01473 328408
Offers membership for a range of water sports on the reservoir. Find information about joining here.