Complete with lake, the meandering River Cole, wildflower grasslands and woodland, Babbs Mill Lake is a wonderful space for us all to get in touch with nature.

Babbs Mill Lake | Solihull

Babbs Mill Park was created in 1977 to commemorate the Silver Jubilee of HM Queen Elizabeth II. A haven for wildlife, it is now recognised as a Local Nature Reserve. A natural habitat for owls and a protected area for bats, it is a diverse habitat well deserving of its Local Nature Reserve status.

Babbs Mill Park - Walking Routes

Babbs Mill Park is a lovely scenic place for a family walk. There are some excellent walking routes around Babbs Mill Lake - download this PDF to get started!

Picnics at Babbs Mill Lake

This is a gorgeous spot for a picnic, and you will find lots of benches and grassy areas around the lake. Don't forget to bring a picnic for the ducks aswell!

Babbs Mill Park - Kids Playground

The park at Babbs Mill Lake has a fantastic play space which is ideal for family fun. Recently refurbished, it boasts some of the latest games and equipment for kids of all ages, with:

ability whirl carousel
bird springer
dog springer
junior swings
toddler swings
sling shot swing
mini roller coaster
rock spinner
rotating beam
seesaw
slide
talking flowers
turnstile
toddler multi play

Babbs Mill Park - Skate Park

For older kids seeking a touch of speed and trickery, the skate park boasts a fun box, curved grind rail, straight grind rail, low curved ramp, low flat ramp, low quarter pipe.