Playground

There’s something genuinely lovely about having a play spot this close to the water — kids can bounce between the equipment and watching the ducks without anyone losing their mind. It’s right in the heart of Bourton-on-the-Water, so you’re already there doing the village thing anyway, which makes it an easy add-on rather than a dedicated trip. Accessibility seems to have been thought about here, which isn’t always a given with older Cotswolds spots. Honestly, if you’re dragging family round the village on a weekend, knowing there’s somewhere for the kids to burn off steam near the lake takes the pressure off.