'Hidden' water park with beach just over an hour away from Manchester is perfect summer day out

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The summer holidays are currently in full swing, and if you've been searching for something fun to do that's a little out of the ordinary, then one 'hidden' water park could be just the thing.

Hemsworth Water Park and Playworld in Wakefield, which is less than an hour and a half's drive from Manchester, offers an idyllic escape that people of all ages are sure to love.

This 'hidden gem' on Hoyle Mill Road not only features its own 'beach', but also includes play areas and a cafe serving up refreshments.

It's an attraction that has earned high praise from visitors, especially for its delectable Sunday carvery, reports Yorkshire Live. READ MORE: ‘I visited a stunning lake only a 20 minute drive from Manchester that felt a world away’ On Tripadvisor, parent Carolyn C recounted her visit: "Sunday carvery, cannot praise enough.