In Pictures: Kingsbury Water Park 50th anniversary celebrations

Bubbles, rides, pond dipping and food were all part of the celebrations at Kingsbury Water Park's golden anniversary party.

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The popular beauty spot which has Green Flag status was opened in 1975 and to mark the milestone Warwickshire County Council organised a free family fun day featuring have a go at fishing sessions, fairground attractions, market stalls,  miniature steam train rides and a memorabilia display.

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Bouncing fun at Kingsbury
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The anniversary cake
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Bubble fun
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Civic dignitaries

It is a popular attraction with families from across the West Midlands who rubbed shoulders with civic dignitaries at the special event on Wednesday (May 28) and were able to see the 50 saplings which have been planted to commemorate the anniversary. 

Mark Ryder executive director for Communities at Warwickshire County Council said: "Kingsbury Water Park has been a treasured part of Warwickshire’s landscape for 50 years, providing space for recreation, wildlife, and making wonderful memories"

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