Warminster’s “brilliant” splash pad will close at 6pm on Friday 18th September, following a busy summer that has welcomed tens of thousands of visitors.
The outdoor water play area has been open daily from 10am to 6pm since Friday 24th April — an hour longer than in previous years — giving residents and visitors even more time to enjoy the community facility this summer in the Lake Pleasure Grounds (Weymouth Street, Warminster, BA12 9NP).
Around 90,000 people have visited the park since the splash pad reopened in 2026, with numbers peaking at more than 3,450 on Wednesday 12th August.
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A Warminster Town Council spokesperson said: “We are delighted to have enjoyed another successful season, with the splash pad proving a major draw for Warminster throughout the summer – especially during the heatwaves with our dedicated team keeping the facility open.”
“Loved by locals and visitors, it has been fantastic to see thousands of people enjoying this community asset. We also thank the public for respecting the rules. The splash pad will return in 2027, with exciting plans to be announced soon.”
The splash pad, which features several water attractions, has drawn thousands of visitors since opening in 2022.
Cllr Stacie Allensby, Chair of the Parks & Estate Committee, added: “We are delighted that so many people were able to enjoy the splash pad over the summer.
“It remains a brilliant and welcome addition to the park, and we continue to receive positive feedback from local families and visitors from further afield. We look forward to reopening it next year.”
Families can still enjoy plenty more at the Lake Pleasure Grounds, including the Pumpkins in the Park event on Wednesday 28th October.
The tennis and pickleball courts also remain open. Visitors can book a court by registering with the LTA and booking online through Clubspark before visiting.
For more information, contact Warminster Town Council on 01985 214847 or email admin@warminster-tc.gov.uk.
Last modified: 30 September 2026
