Chasewater Country Park - Parks, heathlands and nature reserves

Chasewater Country Park in Staffordshire is perfect for a gentle stroll, bird watching, running, cycling or even a steam train ride. It is located between Burntwood, Brownhills and Norton Canes, in a picturesque countryside setting. It covers 360 hectares, including some 90 hectares of water.

The country park provides a home for many birds and animals, where the keen naturalist can find rare habitats to visit including Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). There are excellent bird watching, walking and cycling opportunities.

The park is managed by Staffordshire County Council.

Whatever the season there is always lots to see and do at Chasewater. Boasting a 90 hectare reservoir and plenty of green open space, planning a day out at Chasewater is easy. For the more adventurous visitor, there is extensive water sport activities, including sailing, wakeboarding, water skiing and paddle boarding keeping the whole family entertained for hours.

And for those wanting to enjoy more gentle pursuits Chasewater is also an ideal venue for nature trails, bird watching, walking, cycling, picnics and barbeques or you can just step back in time and take a ride on the heritage steam railway.

Facilities include:

• Outdoor activity grounds.
• Historic steam trains.
• Sports concessions including sailing, open water swimming, water sports and more.
• On-site catering.
• Innovation centre.
• Toilets (open from 11am to 3pm).

Contact the Chasewater team on 01543 370737 or email chasewater.ic@staffordshire.gov.uk

Parking on site is charged and you need to remember cash.

Annual parking passes are available in person from Chasewater Innovation Centre, by calling 01543 370737 during opening hours or by emailing chasewater.ic@staffordshire.gov.uk.

The annual pass also covers the Milford Common and Marquis Drive car parks on Cannock Chase

The car park is open:

• Summer: April to September 7am -  8pm
• Winter: October to March 7am - 6pm