Isle of Wight Aqua Park
The only outdoor inflatable aqua park on the Isle of Wight
At a Glance
Best Ages
6+ years (confident swimmers)
Cost
Varies
Time Needed
1.5 hours (including briefing)
Indoor/Outdoor
Outdoor
Weather Fit
Great for sunny days; rain won't stop play
Stroller Access
Yes, around spectator area
Washrooms
On-site with changing rooms
Food
The Cow restaurant on-site
Parking
Free on-site parking
Booking
Essential — book online
Parent Effort
Medium (supervision required)
This is the Isle of Wight's only outdoor aqua park, offering a brilliant mix of inflatable obstacles, slides and balance challenges on open water. It's brilliantly organised with safety at the forefront, making it a fantastic choice for families with confident swimmers aged six and up.
About This Place
Isle of Wight Aqua Park, located at Tapnell Farm near Yarmouth, offers an exhilarating experience as the island's only outdoor aqua park. Families can splash, slide, and conquer a challenging inflatable obstacle course on open water. All sessions last 55 minutes, with necessary gear such as buoyancy aids and wetsuits provided, ensuring a safe and fun experience. After mastering the water, visitors can indulge in mouth-watering burgers at The Cow restaurant on-site. Tickets are best booked online in advance, and participants must be at least 6 years old and able to swim 25 metres unaided.
Official Website open_in_newInflatable obstacle course
Clamber, slide and bounce across a huge lake-based inflatable course with something for every ability level.
Safety-first fun
Trained lifeguards, buoyancy aids, wetsuits and aqua socks are all provided so parents can relax.
Spectator-friendly
Non-participants — including well-behaved dogs — can watch from a dedicated spectator area.
Full day out
Combine your session with The Cow restaurant, Tapnell Farm Park and other on-site activities.
Good to Know Before You Go
- Swimming ability
- Must comfortably swim 25 metres wearing a buoyancy aid
- Age rules
- Ages 6–8 need 1 adult per 3 kids on the park; ages 9–11 need a 14+ companion with an adult spectating
- Height limits
- Participants must be between 110 cm and 210 cm tall
- What to wear
- Swimwear under clothes is recommended as changing rooms are limited
- Arrive early
- Check in 30 minutes before your session for briefing and changing
- Health & safety
- All adults must sign the online H&S agreement before arrival
- Dogs
- Welcome in the spectator area if supervised and well-behaved
- Exclusive hire
- Available for groups of 50+ people — great for parties and school trips
Kid Fit by Age
Not suitable for water participation; can watch from spectator area
Under-6s cannot join the aqua park but can watch from the spectator area
Only if aged 6+ and able to swim 25m with buoyancy aid; strict age minimum applies
Perfect age for the inflatables; ages 6–8 need adult accompaniment on the park
Ideal for independent exploration; ages 9–11 need a 14+ companion with adult spectating
Ages 12–15 need an adult spectating; ages 16–17 can go unsupervised with signed consent
Insider Tips
Book online well in advance — sessions sell out quickly, especially in summer
Arrive 30 minutes early to get changed, sign in and listen to the safety briefing
Wear swimwear under your clothes to avoid queues for the limited changing rooms
Combine your visit with Tapnell Farm Park or football golf for a full day out
- •All participants must be able to swim 25 metres while wearing a buoyancy aid
- •Trained lifeguards and first aiders are on duty at all times
- •Buoyancy aids, wetsuits and extra-grippy aqua socks are provided and must be worn
- •All adults must complete and sign the online health and safety agreement before arrival
- •The aqua park is on open water with inflatable obstacles, so it is not fully accessible for wheelchair users or those with limited mobility
- •Changing rooms are available but limited in number — arrive with swimwear under clothes
- •Outdoor showers and toilets are available on-site
- •Spectator area is accessible for non-participants including those with mobility needs
schedule Best Time to Visit
The Aqua Park is open May through August and gets very busy during school holidays and sunny weekends. For the quietest experience, aim for weekday mornings outside of peak season. Rain won't stop sessions, but cold or windy days can make the open-water experience less enjoyable.
shopping_bag What to Bring
- check_boxTowel and a change of dry clothes
- check_boxSwimwear worn under your clothes (changing rooms are limited)
- check_boxAny booking confirmations and signed health & safety agreements on your phone
- check_boxSunscreen and a hat for sunny days
- check_boxA waterproof camera if you want action shots (check rules on arrival)
Location
Address
Tapnell Farm House, Isle of Wight Aqua Park, Yarmouth PO41 0YJ, United Kingdom
Phone
+441983758722
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Last checked: 2026