Splashy Land is a fun-filled family destination made up of three exciting attractions, all located next to each other inside Barking Park in Barking, Essex. Here you’ll find London’s biggest Splash Park, the UK’s only Magical Unicorn Lake and Bounsea, a huge 500 square metre outdoor inflatable. You can visit just one attraction, mix and match two, or enjoy all three in one day — and the more you choose, the better value your ticket becomes.

Splashy Land brings together active play, imagination and outdoor adventure in one family-friendly destination at Barking Park. With the Splash Park, Bounsea, The Magical Unicorn Lake and Unicorn Quest all located next to each other, families can choose how they play, explore and connect throughout the day.

Children build physical strength, coordination and confidence through movement, whether they are running through fountains, bouncing on inflatables or paddling across the lake. Shared experiences encourage teamwork, communication and social interaction, while imaginative play helps children express themselves, think creatively and develop emotional resilience.

Splashy Land offers a balance of high-energy activity and calmer, nature-based experiences, giving children space to move, explore and slow down when needed. Parents and carers are invited to join in, creating meaningful moments together and memories that last far beyond the visit.

All Splashy Land attractions are proudly backed by Project Splashy, supporting children to dream big and build emotional strength through play, movement and imagination. For behind-the-scenes updates and magical moments, visit @projectsplashy , and for inspiration and fun, follow @itssplashyofficial on Instagram.

Our season begins with the Magical Unicorn Lake and Bounsea opening for the Easter School Holidays, starting on 28 March 2026. The Splash Park joins later once the weather warms up, with its grand opening planned for the weekend of 23 May 2026, weather permitting.

Open on weekends, public holidays, school holidays and sunny weekdays during term time. When the weather is especially good, we may add extra opening days. Please check our Opening Times page before your visit, as availability may change depending on weather conditions.

During May and June, the Splash Park runs three 90-minute sessions each day at 12:00 pm, 2:00 pm and 4:00 pm. As the season progresses and temperatures rise, extra sessions at 10:00 am and 6:00 pm will be added.

Bounsea runs 45-minute sessions every hour from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm.

The Magical Unicorn Lake is open daily from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm during the season.

We recommend arriving around 10 minutes before your session begins. This gives us plenty of time to check your tickets, so please have them printed or ready to show on your phone for scanning. If your booking includes tokens or other extras, you’ll receive these at the check-in point.

All Splashy Land attractions, including Splash Park are located next to each other, tucked towards the back and centre of Barking Park, close to the café and playground. Barking Park is easy to reach by public transport. Local bus routes include 5, 62, EL1, EL2 and EL3. Barking Station is served by C2C, Overground and Underground services on the District Line. From the station, it’s about a 10-minute walk to the park. When you exit the station, turn left and walk straight ahead until you reach the main park gates.

There is no specific postal address for Splashy Land, as it is located within the centre of Barking Park.

You’ll find street parking nearby, as well as two car parks inside the park. A free car park is accessed via South Park Drive, with the entrance located between the allotments and the bus stop. For directions, use postcode IG11 8FF.

A paid car park is accessed via Longbridge Road through the main Barking Park gates. Use postcode IG11 8TA, which will take you to the building next to the main entrance gates. Simply drive through the gates to enter the car park.

There’s plenty more to enjoy in Barking Park alongside Splashy Land. Families can visit the café, let children explore the playground, try out the skatepark, or enjoy sports facilities including tennis courts , a cricket field and basketball courts. The park also features beautiful gardens, perfect for relaxing walks and enjoying nature.

A very limited number of general tickets may be available on site, but on hot days they often sell out quickly. To guarantee entry, we strongly recommend booking online, where you will find special offers and the best prices. Follow us on social media at@splashylanduk and sign up to our newsletter for exclusive deals.

All purchased tickets are non-refundable; however, they can be rescheduled up to two hours before the session or event start time for any other convenient time during the season. It is the visitor’s responsibility to monitor the weather and decide whether conditions are suitable for their children.

You can still enter during your session, but you will not be able to stay longer once your session ends. If there is availability in the next session, and only at the discretion of the manager on duty, you may choose to relax in the park and return for the next session. This applies to the Splash Park and Bounsea; we are more flexible on the Magical Lake. Whatever happens, please do not panic — we are here to help you.

If the weather forecast suggests rain, please reschedule your visit to an alternative date or time. You can make changes up to two hours prior to the start of your session.

If your session is cancelled, you will be notified as soon as possible and advised to reschedule it.

Every year, Splashy Land reinvents its events programme to keep things fresh, exciting and full of surprises. We introduce new ideas each season while keeping the events our visitors already love. Supported by Project Splashy , all our events are thoughtfully designed to inspire children’s dreams, creativity and emotional growth through joyful play and shared experiences. To see what’s coming up this season, visit our Events page.

Yes. Splashy Land offers two dedicated birthday spaces in the Splash Park and one in Bounsea. For the Unicorn Lake, guests simply board the boat. You may bring small decorations and picnic-style food. We are happy to store your cake in the fridge and play a Happy Birthday tune for your celebration. To book, purchase your ticket package online and select the birthday party option with your details.

We understand that parties can be costly, especially when inviting several families. As an alternative, you may set up a picnic next to the playground (outside the Splash Park boundary) and bring the children in only for the session. There must be one supervising adult for every five visiting children. Another option is a forty-minute Bounsea session, where children aged five and over may attend unsupervised. Please refer to the Bounsea page for specific age requirements.

We offer special pricing for school visits. Other exclusive-use requests are considered individually. For special events or enquiries, email info@splashandboatsltd.co.uk

We welcome collaboration requests from influencers, YouTubers and bloggers. If you have at least 5,000 engaged followers and are happy to create and share content, we would love to hear from you. To apply, email info@splashandboatsltd.co.uk with your name, direct links to your accounts, follower count on your largest platform and a short description of you and your project.

For all media and publicity enquiries, email info@splashandboatsltd.co.uk

Yes, Splashy Land is available as a filming location. Requests are considered on an individual basis and are suitable for films, video clips and advertising. For all filming enquiries, contact info@splashandboatsltd.co.uk

Absolutely! Splashy Land is a fantastic place to celebrate a birthday. We offer three dedicated Birthday Party Zones — two in Splash Park and one in Bounsea — available as add-ons during the online booking process. Please note that these add-ons incur an additional charge on top of your ticket price.

Each party zone is reserved for 90 minutes within your session, giving you a special space to celebrate together.

For Magical Unicorn Lake, guests simply board the boats for their adventure, with optional birthday add-ons available to make the experience even more magical.

When booking, select your session and choose your preferred birthday add-on so we can prepare everything for your special day.

Book your tickets as usual, then select one of our birthday add-on packages. Each package includes 4 complimentary adult entries, so parents can relax and enjoy the celebration.

Splashy Party Standard Package – £70

Includes:

• Private birthday zone reserved for 90 minutes
• Cake storage
• Special “Happy Birthday” celebration moment
• Complimentary ride for the birthday child on either the Walk on Water Ball or little paddle boats
• Minimum of 8 children required

Splashy Party VIP Package – £120

Includes everything in the Standard Package, plus:

• Dedicated host/animator for the full 90 minutes
• Games, activities, and full party coordination
• Complimentary ride for the birthday child on both the Walk on Water Ball and little paddle boats
• Minimum of 10 children required

Optional extras:

• Birthday snack and drink bags: £7 per child
• Additional treats (ice cream, slush, Walk on Water Ball sessions, paddle boats) available in both Splash Park and Bounsea

Exclusive Bounsea Hire

Bounsea can also be hired exclusively for private parties for £500 per hour — perfect for a completely private celebration experience.

To book exclusive hire, please email: info@splashandboatsltd.co.uk

As an outdoor venue, we recommend checking the weather forecast before booking. However, we understand forecasts can change quickly.

Our team monitors conditions closely, and we encourage you to decide what feels best for your child’s celebration.

If severe weather or unsafe conditions require us to cancel, you will receive a full refund or the option to reschedule for another date.

At Magical Unicorn Lake, guests take part in a boat experience as part of their session. You can choose from:

• 20-minute ride
• 40-minute ride
• Full Unicorn Quest experience

You can enhance the celebration with birthday add-ons:

• Boat decorations – £20
• Unicorn Quest Party Animator – £70 (available with the Unicorn Quest experience only)

Children aged 8+ may join the Unicorn Quest without parents and will be guided by our staff, creating a fun and independent adventure.

Splashy Party Standard and VIP packages include 4 complimentary adult entries. Additional adults are welcome and require a standard ticket.

For safety, at least one responsible adult per five children must be present at all times (unless attending an eligible unsupervised Bounsea session, as outlined on the Bounsea page).

For Magical Unicorn Lake birthday bookings, there is no limit on adult attendance; however, all adults must have a valid ticket.

Yes — you’re welcome to bring:

• Small table decorations
• A birthday cake
• Picnic-style food

Please note:

• Confetti, large displays, and wall attachments are not permitted
• All items must fit within your reserved party zone

Each party zone is reserved for 90 minutes within your booked session, giving you plenty of time to celebrate before the area is prepared for the next party.

Yes! For a simpler celebration, you can select the Birthday Visit add-on, which includes a birthday shout-out and cake storage without reserving a party zone.

Alternatively, you may enjoy a picnic next to the playground outside the Splash Park boundary and bring children into their booked session only — a flexible and budget-friendly option.

Simply select your preferred session and tickets online, choose your birthday add-ons during the booking process, and complete your reservation.

Birthday party zones are limited and subject to availability, so we recommend booking early to secure your preferred date.

While we are not responsible for lost or stolen items, no such incidents have been reported so far. Lost and found items are kept in the on-site Splash Park office. Uncollected low-value items such as towels, clothing and small toys are donated to local charities at the end of the summer season. For queries, email info@splashandboatsltd.co.uk

We’re here to help. If you have any questions or need more information, email us at info@splashandboatsltd.co.uk and our friendly team will be happy to assist you. We want to ensure your visit to the Splash Park, Bounsea or the Magical Unicorn Lake is as fun and stress-free as possible, so please don’t hesitate to get in touch.