Arrow Valley Country Park (also known as Arrow Valley Park) is a
country park
A country park is a natural area designated for people to visit and enjoy recreation in a countryside environment.
United Kingdom
History
In the United Kingdom, the term ''country park'' has a special meaning. There are around 250 recognised coun ...
on the
River Arrow, at
Redditch,
Worcestershire,
England.
Built by Redditch Development Corporation in the 1970s. It has of public open space and incorporates the Arrow Valley Lake, popular for
dinghy sailing,
fishing and
birdwatching. The lake is home to Redditch Sailing Club (racing up to boats) and the Youth Afloat initiative, which provides sailing experience for children would not otherwise have the opportunity. The park was recognised with a
Civic Trust Green Flag Award in 2005. A visitor centre, the Countryside Centre (access off the
B4497, Battens Drive) was opened in 2000 and is open most days.
External links
The Countryside Centre at AVCP
Country parks in Worcestershire
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