Branston Water Park

Lakes formed from the flooding of a disused gravel pit, surrounded by woodland, wetland and meadow that supports a wide range of wildlife, with one mile surfaced path around the lake.

Local groups include model boating and angling regularly use this site. The site is managed for recreation and conservation by East Staffordshire Borough Council.

It supports a wide range of wildlife habitats including: the adjacent Trent & Mersey canal; hedges; woodland; a lake; and one of the largest reedbeds in Staffordshire.

There is a small visitor centre (open at weekends), children's play area and toilets on site. Look out for the great range of birds, animal and insects which inhabit their varied habitats.