All of Parkdean’s Holiday Parks are open for Easter, and they are found in areas of stunning woodland, coastline and countryside in Scotland, Devon, Norfolk, Hampshire, Cornwall, Dorset and Wales.
St. Minver Holiday Park,
Near Rock, Cornwall
Set in the grounds of an old manor house and near three beautiful Cornish beaches – Rock, Polzeath and Daymer Bay, St Minver is the perfect place to relax near the coast. It’s close to quaint fishing ports, Padstow and Port Isaac, and a woodland path takes you to St Minver village so you can stroll along for a drink after chilling in the heated indoor pool. Meanwhile children are kept entertained by Sid and Lizzie’s kid’s club or in the toddlers’ pool. In the evening the whole family can refuel at St Minver’s Pizza and Steakhouse restaurant before an evening of Showtime entertainment.
Prices start from: £229 based on a 4 night break arriving 6th April 2015 staying in a 2 bedroom chalet sleeping up to 4.
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The Camel Trail
The Camel Trail is a beautiful 18 mile largely traffic free multi-use trail which you can walk, cycle, or horse ride down. It follows a disused railway line between Wenfordbridge, Bodmin, Wadebridge and Padstow and provides access to the stunning Cornish countryside. The route is divided in to three main sections so you can choose a distance that suits your level of activity:
Padstow to Wadebridge – 5.5 Miles (8.8Km)
Wadebridge to Bodmin (Boscarne) – 5.75 Miles (9.25Km)
Bodmin to Wenfordbridge – 6.25 Miles (10.1 Km)
There is free parking in nearby areas, bike hire is available at Padstow, Wadebridge or Bodmin and toilets are located at Wadebridge alongside the trail and you can stop for an ice-cream in Padstow town centre, The old Quarry (between Padstow and Wadebridge) Wadebridge, Nanstallon or Bodmin.
Newquay
Holiday Park, Cornwall
Newquay is the UK’s surf capital and home of extreme sports, it boasts 11 fantastic beaches – many of them with Blue Flag awards – a brilliant zoo, great cafes, shops and bars and the lovely holiday park in a country setting just three miles out of town. If you’ve got teenagers surfing, the little ones won’t feel left out with a kids’ club and an adventure play area on park. There’s a Costa Coffee on park if you need a caffeine or sugar boost through the day and when the sun sets the family can get together in the Tregenna Bar & Grill.
Prices start from: £169 (save £20 was £189) based on a 3 night break arriving 10th April 2015 staying in a 2 bedroom caravan sleeping up to 6.
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Coasteering:
For anyone looking for something a bit different, give Coasteering a try. You’ll scale the Cornish coastline, find caves and jumping platforms and seek out natural wildlife from grey seals to dolphins. Coasteering is suitable for everyone who can swim and has a good sense adventure.
Dorset, England:
Warmwell Holiday Park,
near Weymouth, Dorset
Lodges, lakes, trees and skis, Warmwell Holiday Park is set in a tranquil woodland with three fishing lakes and a few surprises, including a ski slope for hours of family fun, the park also has regular visits from wandering roe deer.
Families will be spoilt for choice on the park which has a swimming pool featuring a wave machine and flume, the Jurassic coastline on their doorstep, and fantastic Showtime Entertainment on park.
Prices start from: £299 (save £30 was £329) based on a 3 night break arriving 10th April 2015 staying in a 1 bedroom lodge sleeping up to 4.
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Skiing: Try skiing or snowboarding on the 110 metre ski slope at Warmwell Snowsport Centre, set in acres of woodland at Warmwell Holiday Park. The ski slope includes a ‘Big Kicker’, table top jumps, rainbow and straight rails, as well as a quarter pipe for those who are keen to learn some tricks.
There’s something for all ages and abilities on the slopes with a Nursery Slope for beginners, intermediate skiers can use the main slope or west side, while more advanced skiers and snowboarders can take the tow rope to the summit where they’ll find the fun park launch platform, and those looking to show off can have a go in the jump zone. Equipment and tuition is available from the centre, call 01305 854 216 to book.
Sandford Holiday Park,
Near Poole, Dorset
This leafy Dorset holiday park has everything for a family full of energy, with an indoor pool, a tree house, adventure playground, crazy golf, tennis courts, lively kids’ clubs and it even has a pirate ship. Families looking for a day out can head to nearby Bournemouth beach, Poole Harbour, or Wareham Forest. Sandford is also a Showtime park so visiting families can enjoy evening entertainment after relaxing in the Arena Bar and Courtyard Restaurant.
Prices start from: £339 based on a 4 night break arriving 6th April 2015 staying in a 2 bedroom caravan sleeping up to 4.
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Walking
Dorset’s stunning coastline recently appeared in the hit TV series Broadchurch and there are endless beaches and coves to explore, a Parkdean favourite not far from Sandford is Old Harry Rocks. This walk across chalky headland is just over three miles and offers spectacular views across Poole harbour to Bournemouth and the Isle of Wight. The easy walk takes you along the clifftop and through the chalk grassland of the surrounding area.
Horse Riding
Sandford Park Riding School
within Parkdean’s Holiday Park caters for all riding abilities whether you’re looking for a gentle hack along the beach or you have an enthusiast in the family who wants to brush up on their skills in a lesson.
Wales:
Pendine Sands Holiday Park,
South Wales
Grab your picnic blanket, bucket and spade and hit one of the many stunning beaches near Pendine, or pile into the car for a day at the zoo, a castle, a theme park, or a lake. Pendine Sands is the ideal base for exploring pretty Carmarthenshire (The Garden of Wales) and the stunning Pembrokeshire coast. With lake or sea fishing nearby as well as horse riding and the vast array of activities on offer in Pembrokeshire make sure you go for a week so you can fit a few things in. Families can relax in Sands restaurant and bar at the end of a day, you’re guaranteed to have worked up an appetite with so much on offer.
Prices start from: £229 (save £30 was £259) based on a 3 night break arriving 27th March 2015 staying in a 2 bedroom caravan sleeping up to 6.
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Walking
With over 950 km of public footpaths, and bridleways, walking is an ideal way to discover the spectacular scenery, abundant wildlife and fascinating history of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. www.pembrokeshirecoast.org.uk
has a great guide called Walks for All
– which contains 16 walks, of varying length and difficulty, that have no stiles or steps. The walks are ideal for families with young children or pushchairs, less able bodied people, and anyone that just wants a leisurely stroll. You’ll also find information about accessible beaches and viewpoints, as well as a list of relevant publications and organisations. One of the walks which is 15 minutes from Pendine Sands is the beautiful coastal Coppet Hall to Stepaside
which is an easy access walk of 3.2 miles (5.1 km) with wide tracks, a reasonably level hard surface along disused railway, looking over beaches, sea views and a wooded valley.
Climbing
If you’re looking for something more adventurous Pembrokeshire has some of the best bouldering in the UK. Book yourself a guided sea cliff climb through Climb Pembroke
so you get the best views and stay safe on the cliffs.