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Bolam Lake Country Park
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At a glance

Now
Opening soonOpens today at 10:00
Age
Babies, Toddlers, Children, Teenagers
Price
Free
More about prices

Entry is free. Parking charges apply; Northumberland’s country-park tariffs are under review for 2026/27.

Location
Bolam
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More to know

Indoors or outdoors
Outdoors
Visit length
Half a day, Full day
Price band: Free · How we use price bands

These are broad planning guides for a typical visit, not exact prices. Check the venue before travelling.

Free
No regular admission fee. Parking, donations, travel or optional activities may still cost extra.
Low
Usually a small charge or donation, broadly up to £10 per person.
Medium
A typical paid visit, broadly around £10–£25 per person or a moderate family ticket.
High
Usually a larger day-out cost, broadly over £25 per person or for a family ticket.

About this activity

A peaceful lake and woodland country park with an accessible lakeside path, bird hide, picnic areas and chances to spot waterfowl, roe deer and red squirrels. The visitor centre and café make it an easy family destination for a walk that still has useful facilities close by.

Café — April to SeptemberCafé / shop · Current schedule
monday
Closed
tuesday
Closed
wednesday
10:00–16:00
thursday
10:00–16:00
friday
10:00–16:00
saturday
10:00–16:00
sunday
10:00–16:00

Opening times can change. Check the venue website before travelling.

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Location

Bolam Lake Country Park, Bolam, NE20 0HE
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