Top 10 British holiday parks for families
If the little ones are happy and entertained, the family holiday is likely to be memorable for all the right reasons. Whether you’re looking for a holiday in your own touring caravan or motorhome, or want to find a glamping or static caravan holiday, there’s something for everyone to choose from.
With this in mind, we’ve put together our top 10 holiday parks where we think the whole family will feel at home.
How we created our list
Taking into consideration the variable weather conditions we have in the UK, all the parks we’ve selected feature indoor pools that the kids can splash around in if the rain decides to make an unwelcome appearance. Playgrounds are also on-site, along with games rooms and we’ve ensured the nearest beach isn’t too far away too, so don’t forget the buckets and spades!
Adults haven’t been forgotten either – after all, it’s holiday time for Mum and Dad too! Each site also has a bar or clubhouse offering family entertainment in the evening.
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1. Lady’s Mile Holiday Park – near Dawlish, Devon
Accommodation:
- Touring and camping
- Safari tents
- Caravan holiday homes
- Luxury lodges
Facilities:
- Indoor and outdoor swimming pools
- Restaurants and bars
- Arcade and play areas
- Gym and spa
- On-site shop
- Evening entertainment
This multi-award winning family-run park features indoor and outdoor pools with slides to entertain the kids, and spa facilities for mums and dads. If the kids want to build sandcastles, Lady’s Mile is just one mile from the nearest Blue Flag beach.
Back on-site, you have a children’s play area, games room and fitness centre. When it’s time to eat, Oceans Restaurant & Bar is the place to be, or perhaps get your fish and chips to take away instead.
The site has a full program of evening entertainment, including bingo, games for the kids, shows from visiting bands and late night discos.
2. Monkey Tree Holiday Park — Newquay, Cornwall
Accommodation:
- Camping and touring
- Holiday homes
Facilities:
- Restaurant and bar
- Arcade
- Soft play and outdoor play area
- Swimming pool
- Fishing
- On-site shop
- Entertainment
- Kids club
Families love the facilities at the award-winning Monkey Tree Holiday Park, near Newquay, in Cornwall. Close to both Fistral and Perranporth Beaches, there’s plenty to do in the local area, but kids will be delighted with the activities on-site, too.
Choose from fishing, swimming, entertainment and an arcade, as well as a kids club to keep them busy whilst mum and dad get some down time. With plenty of space for touring caravans and tents as well as caravan holiday homes, kids will love roaming free around the holiday park before they settle down for the evening.
3. Studfold Park — Pateley Bridge, Yorkshire Dales
Accommodation:
- Touring and camping
- Glamping
- Caravan holiday homes
Facilities:
- Firepits
- Pizza ovens
- Adventure trail
- On-site cafe
- Playing field
- Laundrette
Nestled in the hills of Nidderdale in the Yorkshire countryside, Studfold Park is an award-winning site, perfect for families. Close to a local pub, it’s ideal for those wanting a back-to-basics experience whilst still retaining some creature comforts.
Kids adore the large playing fields and adventure trails, whilst adults will love the covered social space, fire pits and pizza oven. Enjoy an evening walk on a nature trail before watching the sunset from outside your caravan. What’s not to like!
4. Fforest Fields — LLanrindod Wells, Powys
Accommodation:
- Camping and touring
- Glamping
Facilities:
- Cafe and bar
- Kayaking, wild swimming and fishing
- Laundrette
- Firepits
- Woodland trails
- On-site shop
Experience nature as it was intended at Fforest Fields in Wales. This glorious campsite was designed to harness the beauty of nature, and because of that, it’s perfect for childhood adventures. Hire kayaks or go swimming in the on-site lake, or explore the farm on woodland trails — whatever you prefer, there’s something for everyone here.
Although the landscape might be wild, the facilities are not. With a purpose-built shower and toilet block, on-site honesty shop and firepits, there’s plenty to make this a memorable stay. Enjoy a takeaway on one of the site’s pizza nights, or wake up with an artisan coffee from the cafe. What better way to spend a holiday.
5. Hendra Holiday Park – Newquay, Cornwall
Accommodation:
- Caravan holiday homes
- Touring and camping
- Glamping
Facilities:
- Oasis pools
- Entertainment and kids club
- Arcades and soft play
- Restaurants and bars
- On-site shop
Situated just 1.5 miles from Newquay town centre, Hendra has something for all the family. A large indoor pool includes water flumes, a river rapids ride and water cannon, while the outdoor pool has a convenient adjacent terrace so mum and dad can relax while watching the kids have a great time.
The site also has a wealth of dining options, including the Terrace Bar & Restaurant, a pizzeria, a fish and chips takeaway, and the Coffee Express Café while an on-site store will fulfil your grocery needs. Children’s entertainment is provided throughout the day, and evening entertainment for all the family is hosted in The Venue.
6. Whitecliff Bay Holiday Park — Bembridge, Isle of Wight
Accommodation:
- Touring and camping
- Caravan holiday home
Facilities:
- Indoor and outdoor pool with slide
- Bar and restaurant
- Entertainment venue
- Secluded beach with beach cafe
- On-site shop
- Adventure playground, crazy golf, and arcade
Rock up to a spacious pitch at Whitecliff Bay, a glorious campsite and holiday park with a beachside location. With everything you need on-site — from outdoor cinema screenings to a heated pool — be prepared for the best beach holiday of your life.
Guests love the hospitality in the park. The entertainment and activities are enough to keep you busy, even on rainy days. With fabulous on-site restaurants, pizza delivery and live entertainment, there’s everything you need for a fantastic stay.
7. Ladram Bay Holiday Park – Budleigh Salterton, Devon
Accommodation:
- Touring and camping
- Glamping
- Holiday homes and lodges
Facilities:
- Swimming pools
- Restaurants and bars
- Private beach with kayaking and boats for hire
- Adventure playground
- Gym
- On-site shop
- Laundrette
Just a short walk from its own private pebble beach, this cliff-top park is ideally situated to explore Devon’s Jurassic Coast. It boasts an indoor swimming pool with jacuzzi, sauna and steam room, as well as an outdoor Splash Zone with water jets, spray guns and pirate ships. Plenty to keep the kids and parents busy!
Pebbles Restaurant and the Coast takeaway will satisfy when hunger calls and evening family entertainment is provided at the Three Rocks Entertainment Venue.
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8. Grannie's Heilan' Hame Holiday Park – Dornoch, Scottish Highlands
Accommodation:
- Camping and touring
- Caravan holiday homes
Facilities:
- Indoor swimming pool
- Crazy golf, soft play and adventure playground
- Restaurant and bar
- Nature trail
- Entertainment
- On-site shop
- Laundrette
Grannie’s has an enviable beachside location: why not take the kids dolphin spotting at Dornoch Firth? The park features a heated indoor pool and sauna, outdoor adventure playground and an indoor soft play area, along with crazy golf.
You also have a choice of places to dine, with the Coast Bar & Restaurant, the Boston Restaurant, an on-site fish and chips shop, plus a Costa Coffee. Head to Grannie Mac’s Bar for evening entertainment that’ll delight the whole family.
9. Campsie Glen Holiday Park — Perthshire, Scotland
Accommodation:
- Camping and touring
- Glamping
- Caravan holiday homes
Facilities:
- Bar and bistro
- Heated swimming pool
- Outdoor play area
- Games room
- Laundrette
Nestled in the highlands of Scotland, the Campsie Glen site is close to plenty of local attractions — as well as the beautiful surrounding countryside. When you stay here, each morning you’ll wake up to the hills and the seemingly endless sky.
Visitors love the friendly staff, and understand that the play areas and beautiful walks along the river are perfect for kids who need to blow off some steam. The on-site restaurant and bar serves tasty food at reasonable prices, with something for everyone on the menu.
10. St Audries Bay Holiday Club – Somerset
Accommodation:
- Touring caravans
- Motorhomes
- Self catering
Facilities:
- Indoor swimming pool and sauna
- Sports courts
- Golf
- Coastal hill walks
- Restaurant and bar
In an ‘Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty’ on the Somerset coast with lovely views and access to the beach, this holiday park is ideal for those wanting to explore picturesque villages and stunning coastlines. The site houses a heated indoor pool and outdoor activities such as putting, golf and tennis.
The Sundowner Bar & Restaurant is where to go if you’re hungry, and evening entertainment is offered. An all-day coffee bar and on-site shop are also at your disposal.
Best UK Campsites for Families
So whether you’re looking for a campsite with a pool, or want to find somewhere where you can let the kids roam free, our round up of the 10 best family holiday parks will help you to find your dream holiday.
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