Best for: Couples, families and golfers seeking a luxury lodge break close to the coast with a 9 hole golf course.
Accommodation Types: Luxury self catering lodges, many with private outdoor hot tubs.
Highlights: Modern lodge park set around a 9 hole golf course with driving range and clubhouse. On site bar and restaurant with easy access to Skegness and Ingoldmells.

Addlethorpe Country Park offers contemporary lodge accommodation in a peaceful countryside setting just outside Ingoldmells. The park combines high quality lodges with leisure facilities, including a golf course and driving range, creating a balance of relaxation and activity.

The location places guests just a short drive from Ingoldmells and Skegness, with sandy beaches, markets and attractions such as Fantasy Island nearby. The surrounding Lincolnshire countryside also offers walking and cycling routes for a quieter pace.

Why it’s a top pick: It’s a top pick for visitors who want a modern lodge retreat with golf and leisure facilities, countryside surroundings and easy access to the Lincolnshire coast.

Best For: Beach holidays, families, coastal stays
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges
Highlights: Near the beach, outdoor pool, family facilities

Alberta Holiday Park offers caravans and lodges close to the coast near Whitstable, with an outdoor pool, play areas and simple family-friendly facilities. It provides a relaxed base for classic seaside breaks.

Alberta Holiday Park is in Seasalter near Whitstable, with an outdoor heated pool, children’s splash pool, clubhouse, arcade and play area on site. The park is set just back from the coast, with a short walk leading straight out to the beach and coastal paths. 

Seasalter Beach is around 5 minutes on foot, with a long stretch of shingle and open coastline. Whitstable is about 10 minutes by car for the harbour, seafood restaurants and working oyster beds, while Canterbury is around 20 minutes for the cathedral and historic centre. 

Why it’s a top pick: Holidays near Whitstable, Kent where you can walk from the park straight onto Seasalter Beach without needing to drive.

Best For: Beach holidays, families, scenic coastal stays
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges
Highlights: Direct beach access, indoor pool, mountain views

Barmouth Bay Holiday Park is set between the mountains of Snowdonia and the sandy beaches of Cardigan Bay, offering caravans and lodges in a scenic coastal location. With an indoor pool, play areas and family-friendly facilities, it provides a relaxed base for seaside holidays in North Wales.

Its location gives guests direct access to the beach, coastal walks and nearby villages, with Barmouth, Harlech and Snowdonia National Park all close by for days out. The combination of beachside setting and dramatic scenery makes Barmouth Bay a popular choice for families and couples.

Why it’s a top pick: Ideal for visitors wanting a coastal holiday park with beach access and easy access to Snowdonia’s scenery.

Best For: Beach holidays, families, relaxed coastal stays
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges
Highlights: Close to sandy beach, indoor pool, family facilities

Barmston Beach Holiday Park offers caravans and lodges in a relaxed coastal setting just a short walk from Barmston’s wide sandy beach. With an indoor pool, play areas and simple family-friendly facilities, it provides a comfortable base for classic seaside breaks on Yorkshire’s east coast.

Its location gives guests easy access to Bridlington’s attractions, coastal walks and local cafés, as well as the promenade and arcades of nearby seaside towns. The combination of beach proximity and a laid-back atmosphere makes Barmston Beach a solid choice for families and couples alike.

Why it’s a top pick: Ideal for visitors wanting a straightforward seaside park close to sandy beaches and Yorkshire’s coastal attractions.

Best for: Families and couples wanting a holiday park within walking distance of the beach at Westward Ho!.
Accommodation Types: Static caravans and apartments.
Highlights: Sea views, on site restaurant and bar, shop, play areas, coastal walks, close to the beach.

Beachside Holiday Park sits above the beach at Westward Ho!, with accommodation looking out across Bideford Bay. You can walk from the park onto the South West Coast Path and down onto the beach within a few minutes.

Westward Ho! village is a short walk with pubs including The Pier House and The Waterfront Inn, along with shops and places to eat. Bideford is around 3 miles for supermarkets and restaurants, Appledore about 2 miles for estuary views and pubs, and Instow around 4 miles with places to eat including The Instow Arms.

Why it’s a top pick: A coastal holiday park above Westward Ho! beach with sea views and everything within walking distance including the beach pubs shops and the coast path.

Best For: Family seaside breaks, beach access, coastal exploring
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges
Highlights: Indoor and outdoor pools, entertainment, sandy beaches

Berwick Holiday Park sits on the Northumberland coast in Berwick-upon-Tweed, offering caravans and lodges close to sandy beaches and promenades. With indoor and outdoor pools, entertainment, play areas and family-friendly facilities, it provides a lively base for traditional seaside holidays.

Its position gives guests easy access to the town’s historic centre, coastal walks, seating and cafés, as well as nearby Berwick beaches known for long sandy stretches and views over the Tweed estuary. The combination of good facilities and strong seaside access makes it a popular choice for families and couples alike.

Why it’s a top pick: Great for visitors wanting traditional holiday park fun with excellent access to beaches and the historic Northumberland coast.

Best for: Families wanting a large holiday park with pools and sea views near Paignton.

Accommodation Types: Static caravans, lodges, touring and camping pitches.

Highlights: Indoor and outdoor heated pools, sauna and steam room, restaurant and bars, entertainment venue, crazy golf, sea views.

Beverley Park is a large family run holiday park above Torbay, with accommodation spread across the hillside looking out towards the coast. Facilities are centred around the main complex, including indoor and outdoor pools, a gym, sauna and steam room, along with bars, takeaway and evening entertainment.

Broadsands Beach is under 1 mile away which is around a 5 minute drive or 15 to 20 minute walk, while Paignton seafront is about 2 miles. Brixham is around 5 miles for harbour pubs and restaurants, and Torquay is roughly 3 miles. Nearby pubs include The Railway Inn in Paignton around 1.5 miles and The Queens Arms in Brixham around 4 miles.

Why it’s a top pick: A large hillside holiday park above Torbay with indoor and outdoor pools sea views and easy access to Paignton Brixham and nearby beaches.

Best for: Families wanting a large holiday park with sea views and lots to do on site in North Devon.
Accommodation Types: Static caravans, lodges and chalets.
Highlights: Indoor and outdoor heated pools with flume, entertainment venue, restaurant and bar, crazy golf, play areas and sea views.

Bideford Bay Holiday Park sits on a wooded hillside above the North Devon coast, with accommodation spread across different levels looking out towards the sea. The main complex includes indoor and outdoor pools with a flume along with a restaurant bar and evening entertainment.

Westward Ho! is around 8 miles for a long sandy beach and surf, while Clovelly is about 4 miles for a harbour village and coastal walks. Bideford is roughly 10 miles for supermarkets and places to eat, and Barnstaple is around 10 miles which is about 20 minutes by car. Nearby pubs include The Hoops Inn at Horns Cross around 2 miles and The Thatched Inn in Abbotsham about 6 miles.

Why it’s a top pick: A large hillside holiday park with sea views indoor and outdoor pools and a wide range of facilities within easy reach of Westward Ho! Clovelly and the North Devon coast.

Best for: Family holidays near Birchington, Kent with a larger activity-led park set back from the coast.
Accommodation Types: Caravans, touring and camping pitches, camping pods.
Highlights: Indoor pool with flume, clubhouse with entertainment, arcade, mini golf, golf course, large open site.

Birchington Vale Holiday Park is in Birchington, set across around 100 acres of countryside and landscaped fields with an indoor pool, flume, clubhouse, arcade and outdoor activity areas. The park has a more open feel, with activity spaces and facilities spread out rather than grouped into one central area.

Minnis Bay is around 5 minutes by car for a sandy beach and a long seafront, while Margate is about 10 minutes for Dreamland and the main beach with attractions. Broadstairs and Ramsgate are both within 15 minutes along the Thanet coast. 

Why it’s a top pick: Holidays near Birchington, Kent where the park offers a wider range of on site activities without feeling tightly packed and lots of beaches nearby.

Best For: Family holidays, activity-filled breaks, coastal exploring
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges
Highlights: Indoor pool complex, entertainment, clifftop setting

Blue Dolphin Holiday Park is a large, family-friendly holiday park set on the cliffs near Filey, offering caravans and lodges with wide views over the Yorkshire coast. With an indoor pool complex, entertainment venues, sports facilities and children’s activities, it’s well suited to energetic seaside holidays.

Its location provides easy access to Filey Beach, Scarborough and coastal walking routes, while also offering a quieter base away from busier resort centres. The combination of strong facilities and scenic coastal positioning makes Blue Dolphin a popular all-ages choice.

Why it’s a top pick: Ideal for families wanting a feature-rich holiday park with easy access to Yorkshire’s coast.

Best for: Families, couples and outdoor lovers looking for a lakeside holiday with water activities and fishing.
Accommodation Types: Luxury self catering lodges.
Highlights: Large lakeside park with lagoons and open parkland surroundings. On site activities including fishing, paddleboarding, boating, crazy golf and family play areas.

Bosworth Lakeside Lodges offers contemporary lodge accommodation set around scenic lakes near the historic town of Market Bosworth. The park combines peaceful countryside surroundings with a wide range of outdoor activities centred around the water.

The location sits close to Market Bosworth and the Leicestershire countryside with scenic walking and cycling routes nearby. Historic attractions including Bosworth Battlefield and nearby towns provide plenty of opportunities for exploring the surrounding area.

Why it’s a top pick: It’s a top pick for visitors who want a lakeside lodge holiday with outdoor activities, family facilities and easy access to historic attractions and countryside in the Heart of England.

Best for: Staying on Bowleaze Cove where the beach and park facilities run into each other.
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges and safari lodges.
Highlights: Indoor and outdoor pools, spa, funfair, beachfront setting, multiple eateries.

Bowleaze Cove Holiday Park sits directly on the seafront between Weymouth and Preston, with the park opening straight onto the beach. The outdoor pool, food outlets and fairground rides sit right above the cove, while the indoor pool, spa and gym are set further into the park alongside the main complex.

Bowleaze Cove is a mix of shingle and sand, with the River Jordan running into the sea beside the beach. Weymouth seafront is around 5 minutes by car, while the coast path runs east from the park towards Redcliff Point and Osmington Mills. Jordan Hill, just above the cove, has the remains of a Roman temple that most people miss unless they walk up from the beach.

Why it’s a top pick: The beach, fairground and main facilities all sit together at the front of the park, creating a layout that is very different from most coastal parks in Dorset.

Best For: Family seaside breaks, coastal exploring, relaxed stays
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges
Highlights: Close to beach and Broads, indoor pool, family facilities

Breydon Water Holiday Park offers caravans and lodges in a family-friendly park close to both the Norfolk Broads and Great Yarmouth’s sandy coastline. With an indoor pool, play areas, entertainment and simple on-site amenities, it suits classic seaside holidays with plenty of options for everyone.

Its location provides easy access to the beach, coastal walks, Broads waterways and local attractions in Great Yarmouth and Gorleston. The combination of seaside convenience and Broads access makes it a dependable choice for families and couples alike.

Why it’s a top pick: Ideal for visitors wanting a park close to both the Norfolk Broads and Great Yarmouth’s beach attractions.

Best for: Caravan stays on the Essex coast with views across the River Colne estuary.
Accommodation Types: Caravans and lodges.
Highlights: Elevated coastal setting, sea and estuary views, landscaped grounds.

Brightlingsea Holiday Park is positioned on rising ground above the town, with accommodation arranged to face out towards the River Colne and open water beyond. The park is set within landscaped, tree lined grounds, with parking alongside each unit and open outlooks across the estuary. 

Brightlingsea town is around 5 minutes by car for the harbour, lido and waterfront pubs, while Clacton on Sea is about 15 minutes for the pier and promenade. Colchester sits roughly 25 minutes inland for the castle and historic centre, and the estuary edge below the park is used for walking and fishing. 

Why it’s a top pick: An elevated coastal park where the estuary views and position above Brightlingsea shape the whole stay.

Best for: Families wanting a holiday park within walking distance of Brixham harbour and the coast.
Accommodation Types: Static caravans and lodges.
Highlights: Indoor and outdoor heated pools, bar and restaurant, shop, sea views, walking distance to Brixham.

Brixham Holiday Park sits above the harbour with accommodation spread across the hillside looking out over Torbay. The park includes an indoor heated pool and outdoor pool, along with a bar, restaurant and shop centred around the main complex.

Brixham harbour is around 1 mile away which is about a 15 to 20 minute walk, with shops, restaurants and boat trips. Berry Head is about 1.5 miles for coastal walks and views, while Paignton Zoo is around 6 miles and Dartmouth is about 5 miles across the river.

Why it’s a top pick: A hillside holiday park above Brixham with sea views and walking access to the harbour Berry Head and the South West Coast Path.

Best For: Family seaside holidays, coastal breaks, active stays
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges
Highlights: Direct beach access, indoor pool, entertainment

Broadland Sands Holiday Park sits right beside the sandy beach at Lowestoft, offering caravans and lodges in a classic seaside setting. With an indoor pool, entertainment venues, play areas and family-friendly facilities, it’s well suited to traditional beach-focused holidays with plenty of on-site options.

Its location provides easy access to Lowestoft’s promenade, cafés and coastal walks, with Gorleston, Great Yarmouth and the Broads all within reach for varied days out. The combination of beachfront access and strong facilities makes Broadland Sands a popular choice for families and couples.

Why it’s a top pick: Ideal for guests who want a full-featured park with direct access to one of Suffolk’s best beaches.

Best For: Family seaside breaks, coastal exploring, scenic stays
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges
Highlights: Elevated coastal views, indoor pool, close to the beach

Brynowen Holiday Park is set on the hillside above Borth, offering caravans and lodges with views across Cardigan Bay. With an indoor pool, play areas and family-friendly facilities, it provides a comfortable base for relaxed seaside holidays on the Mid Wales coast.

Its location gives guests easy access to Borth Beach, coastal walking routes and nearby attractions including Aberystwyth and the Cambrian Mountains. The combination of coastal scenery and straightforward on-site amenities makes Brynowen a popular choice for families and couples.

Why it’s a top pick: Ideal for visitors wanting a coastal holiday park with sea views and easy access to Mid Wales beaches.

Best for: Families wanting a coastal park within walking distance of Bude.
Accommodation Types: Caravans and lodges with kitchens, decking and pet friendly options.
Highlights: Heated outdoor pool, bar and eatery, access to South West Coast Path, play area, dog friendly.

Bude Holiday Resort is set just outside the centre of Bude, around a 15 minute walk from Summerleaze Beach and the Bude Sea Pool. The park sits just inland from the clifftop, with direct access onto the South West Coast Path leading towards Northcott Mouth.

Bude is one of the few Cornish towns where the main beach, sea pool, canal and town centre are all within walking distance of each other. Crooklets Beach is just beyond Summerleaze, making it easy to move between surf beaches without needing to drive.

Why it’s a top pick: A well kept coastal park within walking distance of Summerleaze Beach and the Bude Sea Pool, with direct access onto the coast path, offering a more practical and walkable alternative to larger, more spread out parks in the area.

Best for: Coastal caravan holidays in Moray with direct beach access and a quieter village nearby.
Accommodation Types: Caravans.
Highlights: Indoor pool, bar and restaurant, entertainment, direct beach access.

Burghead Holiday Park is located on the edge of Burghead overlooking the Moray Firth, with accommodation arranged across a small, coastal caravan site and paths leading straight towards the shoreline. The main facilities include an indoor pool, restaurant, bar and entertainment venue grouped together near the centre of the park.

Burghead Beach runs alongside the park, known for long stretches of sand and frequent dolphin sightings in the Moray Firth. Lossiemouth is around 15 minutes by car for a larger beach and harbour, while Elgin is about 20 minutes for shops and the cathedral.

Why it’s a top pick: Ideal for visitors wanting a tranquil seaside park with excellent coastal walking and Moray coast scenery.

Best For: Family beach holidays, coastal breaks, lively stays
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges
Highlights: Indoor and outdoor pools, lakes with fishing, near long sandy beach

Burnham-on-Sea Holiday Park offers caravans and lodges in a large, family-friendly setting right by the expansive sands of Burnham-on-Sea. With indoor and outdoor pools, fishing lakes, play areas and seasonal entertainment options, it’s well suited to classic seaside holidays and activity-filled holidays.

Its location provides easy access to Burnham’s promenade, cafés, coastal walks and local attractions including classic seaside rides and nature spots around the Somerset coast. The combination of on-site facilities and immediate beach proximity makes it a popular choice for families and couples alike.

Why it’s a top pick: Ideal for visitors wanting a full-feature park with excellent beach access.

Best for: Couples and small families wanting a quiet lodge stay in central Cornwall.
Accommodation Types: Two and three bedroom lodges with full kitchens, outdoor decking and private hot tubs.
Highlights: 12 lodge site, hot tubs on most units, wildflower area, children’s play park, no on site entertainment.

Caddy’s Corner Lodges is a small site with just 12 lodges set in Carnmenellis, around 10 minutes from Redruth and 15 minutes from Falmouth. Each lodge includes a private hot tub and south facing decking, with open countryside views across a World Heritage mining landscape. 

The location sits almost equidistant between Cornwall’s north and south coasts, with Portreath Beach and Gyllyngvase Beach both around 20 minutes away. Stithians Lake is under 10 minutes from the site for watersports and walking, while St Michael’s Mount is roughly 25 minutes by car. 

Why it’s a top pick: A 12 lodge site in central Cornwall with private hot tubs, 20 minute access to both coasts and open views towards the Lizard Peninsula.

Best For: Family beach holidays, seaside fun, all-ages stays
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges
Highlights: Direct beach access, indoor pool, entertainment

Caister-on-Sea Holiday Park is a large, lively holiday park set right by the beach, offering caravans and lodges with direct access to the sandy shoreline. With an indoor pool, entertainment venue, play areas and a wide range of family activities, it’s well suited to classic Norfolk seaside holidays.

Its location places guests close to coastal walks, Caister village and Great Yarmouth’s attractions, while also providing easy access to the Norfolk Broads. The combination of beachfront access and strong on-site facilities makes it one of the area’s most popular family parks.

Why it’s a top pick: Ideal for families wanting a full-facility holiday park with direct access to a sandy Norfolk beach.

Best for: Couples and families seeking a luxury lakeside lodge retreat with fishing and countryside views.
Accommodation Types: Luxury self catering lodges, many with private outdoor hot tubs.
Highlights: Exclusive lakeside lodge park with well stocked fishing lakes. High end lodges with modern interiors, outdoor decking and scenic views across the Lincolnshire Wolds.

Caistor Lakes Lodges offers a premium lodge experience set in a peaceful rural location near the market town of Caistor. The lodges are designed for comfort and privacy, with spacious interiors and outdoor areas overlooking the lakes.

The location places guests on the edge of the Lincolnshire Wolds, providing access to scenic walking and cycling routes through rolling countryside. The nearby towns of Caistor and Market Rasen offer shops, pubs and local amenities, while the Lincolnshire coast is within reach for day trips.

Why it’s a top pick: It’s a top pick for visitors who want a high end lakeside lodge holiday with excellent fishing, countryside views and a quiet, secluded setting.

Best For: Family beach breaks, seaside fun, active holidays
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges
Highlights: Indoor pool with slide, outdoor splash zone, entertainment

Cala Gran Holiday Park is a lively family-friendly park near Blackpool and Fleetwood, offering caravans and lodges close to the Lancashire coast with easy access to promenade walks and sandy beaches. On-site facilities include a heated indoor pool with a waterslide and jacuzzi, an outdoor splash zone and a variety of activities for all ages, making it well suited to classic seaside holidays. 

The park’s position provides convenient access to Blackpool’s attractions such as the seafront, arcades, cafés and rides, while coastal walks and nature spots around Fleetwood are also within reach. With a strong mix of entertainment options and beachfront proximity, it’s a popular choice for families and all-ages breaks.

Why it’s a top pick: Great for families wanting traditional seaside fun combined with good park facilities near Blackpool.

Best For: Family beach holidays, entertainment-led breaks, seaside stays
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges
Highlights: Indoor pool complex, entertainment, near sandy beach

California Cliffs Holiday Park is a large, lively holiday park near Caister-on-Sea, offering caravans and lodges close to Norfolk’s sandy coastline. With a substantial indoor pool complex, entertainment venues, play areas and family activities, it’s well suited to energetic seaside holidays.

Its location provides easy access to the beach, coastal paths and the attractions of Great Yarmouth, while also sitting close to the Norfolk Broads for boat trips and nature exploring. The mix of strong on-site facilities and coastal access makes it a popular all-ages choice.

Why it’s a top pick: Ideal for families wanting a feature-rich holiday park close to the beach and Norfolk’s top seaside attractions.

Best for: Families wanting a mid sized park with strong on site facilities near St Ives Bay.
Accommodation Types: Holiday caravans, lodges, touring pitches and glamping pods.
Highlights: Heated outdoor pool, bar and restaurant, three acre fishing lake, tennis court, arcade, play park, dog field.

Calloose Holiday Park is a family run site set across around 8.5 acres in a sheltered valley near Leedstown, with a stream running through the centre and accommodation laid out on terraced levels. The park includes around 36 holiday homes, three lodges and over 100 touring and camping pitches, alongside a heated outdoor pool, games room and evening entertainment in peak season. 

The location puts you about 10 to 15 minutes from beaches at Hayle and St Ives Bay, including Gwithian Towans, which stretches for around three miles. St Ives is roughly 20 minutes away, while Paradise Park and JungleBarn is under 10 minutes from the site. 

Why it’s a top pick: An 8.5 acre family run park with over 100 pitches, a heated outdoor pool and a 10 to 15 minute drive to the beaches at Hayle and St Ives Bay.

Best For: Beach holidays, families, activity-filled breaks
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges
Highlights: Indoor pool complex, entertainment, near Camber Sands Beach

Camber Sands Holiday Park is a large, family-friendly holiday park close to the famous sand dunes and wide sandy beach at Camber Sands. With an indoor pool complex, entertainment venues, play areas and a wide range of activities, it’s well suited to energetic seaside holidays.

Its location provides easy access to Camber Sands Beach, the historic town of Rye and coastal walking routes along the Sussex coast. The combination of strong on-site facilities and proximity to one of the South East’s best beaches makes Camber Sands a popular all-ages choice.

Why it’s a top pick: Ideal for families wanting a feature-rich holiday park close to Camber’s iconic sandy beach.

Best For: Coastal breaks, families, scenic seaside stays
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges
Highlights: Close to Poppit Sands Beach, indoor pool, coastal walks

Cardigan Bay Holiday Park is set close to the wide sandy beach at Poppit Sands, offering caravans and lodges in a scenic coastal location at the northern edge of Pembrokeshire. With an indoor pool, play areas and family-friendly facilities, it provides a relaxed base for seaside holidays.

Its location gives guests easy access to Poppit Sands Beach, the Pembrokeshire Coast Path and nearby towns including Cardigan and St Dogmaels. The combination of beach proximity and access to coastal scenery makes this park a popular choice for families and couples.

Why it’s a top pick: Ideal for visitors wanting a coastal holiday park close to one of Pembrokeshire’s most popular beaches.

Best For: Family beach holidays, relaxed coastal stays
Accommodation Types: Caravans
Highlights: Direct beach access, indoor pool, quiet setting

Carmarthen Bay Holiday Park is set directly beside St Ishmael Beach, offering caravan accommodation in a peaceful coastal location on Carmarthenshire’s shoreline. With an indoor pool, play areas and simple family-friendly facilities, it provides a great base for traditional seaside holidays.

Its location gives guests immediate access to long beach walks, coastal scenery and nearby attractions, with Tenby, Saundersfoot and the wider Pembrokeshire coast within easy reach. The combination of beachfront access and a relaxed atmosphere makes Carmarthen Bay a popular choice for families and couples.

Why it’s a top pick: Ideal for visitors wanting a quiet holiday park with direct access to a sandy Carmarthenshire beach.

Best for: Families and couples looking for a relaxed seaside caravan park with direct beach access near Mundesley.
Accommodation Types: Self catering caravans and holiday homes.
Highlights: Clifftop coastal setting with direct access to sandy beaches. Quiet park atmosphere with sea views and close proximity to local village amenities.

Castaways Holiday Park offers a peaceful coastal escape in the village of Bacton, ideal for guests wanting a quieter alternative to busier Norfolk resorts. The park provides comfortable caravan accommodation with a focus on simple, relaxed seaside holidays.

The location places guests right by the beach, with easy access to coastal walks and traditional seaside surroundings. Nearby towns such as Cromer and North Walsham offer shops, restaurants and attractions, while the Norfolk Broads are within reach for day trips.

Why it’s a top pick: It’s a top pick for visitors who want a quiet beachfront caravan park with sea views, direct beach access and a relaxed atmosphere on the Norfolk coast.

Best For: Family beach breaks, activity-led holidays, coastal exploring
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges
Highlights: Indoor pool complex, entertainment, close to sandy beach

Cayton Bay Holiday Park is a large, family-friendly holiday park set close to the sandy beach at Cayton Bay, offering caravans and lodges with a wide range of on-site activities. With an indoor pool complex, entertainment venues, sports facilities and children’s activities, it suits energetic seaside holidays.

Its location provides easy access to Cayton Bay Beach, Scarborough’s attractions and coastal walking routes, while also offering a quieter base away from busier resort centres. The combination of strong facilities and beach proximity makes Cayton Bay a popular all-ages choice.

Why it’s a top pick: Ideal for families wanting a full-featured holiday park close to one of Yorkshire’s best beaches.

Best for: Families wanting a holiday park right next to a sandy beach in South Devon.
Accommodation Types: Static caravans and lodges.
Highlights: Indoor pool, entertainment venue, restaurant and takeaway, play areas, direct beach access, sea views.

Challaborough Bay Holiday Park sits directly beside a sheltered sandy beach, with accommodation looking out across the bay towards Burgh Island. You can walk straight from the park onto the beach and the South West Coast Path, with the main complex including an indoor pool, restaurant, takeaway and entertainment. 

Bigbury on Sea is about 1 mile away with views across to Burgh Island, while Bantham Beach is around 3 miles for surfing. Salcombe is roughly 12 miles for shops and harbour views, and Kingsbridge is about 6 miles for supermarkets and places to eat. Nearby attractions include Burgh Island around 1 mile away and the South West Coast Path running directly from the park.

Why it’s a top pick: A beachfront holiday park in a sheltered bay with direct access to the sand and coastal walks and views across to Burgh Island.

Best For: Peaceful family breaks, coastal exploring, relaxed stays
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges
Highlights: Quiet setting, indoor pool, close to the Broads

Cherry Tree Holiday Park is a calmer, family-friendly park just outside Great Yarmouth, offering caravans and lodges in a relaxed coastal location. With an indoor pool, play areas and simple on-site facilities, it suits guests looking for a quieter base away from busier resorts.

Its position provides easy access to Great Yarmouth’s beaches, the Norfolk Broads and local countryside walks, with Gorleston and coastal paths close by. The mix of peaceful surroundings and convenient access to nearby attractions makes Cherry Tree a popular choice for families and couples.

Why it’s a top pick: Ideal for visitors wanting a quieter holiday park close to both the coast and the Norfolk Broads.

Best for: Caravan stays above Chesil Beach with open views across the lagoon towards Portland.
Accommodation Types: Caravans.
Highlights: Indoor pool, bar and restaurant, coastal views, terraced layout.

Chesil Beach Holiday Park sits on higher ground above Fleet Lagoon, with rows of caravans stepping down the slope so many look straight out towards Chesil Beach and Portland. The gradient is noticeable across the park, with road access running between the terraces and parking kept beside each unit.

Ferry Bridge is about 5 minutes by car where Chesil Beach begins, known for its steep shingle and strong surf, very different to Weymouth’s sandy beach which is around 10 minutes away. Abbotsbury is roughly 15 minutes along the coast for the Swannery and Subtropical Gardens, and the path along the top of Chesil gives uninterrupted views across the lagoon that you do not get at sea level.

Why it’s a top pick: The elevated position above Chesil Beach gives wide open coastal views, with a setting that feels separate from the busier parts of Weymouth.

Best for: Caravan holidays near Sandown, Isle of Wight with a small park setting and safe open spaces for kids that makes it unique.
Accommodation Types: Static caravans.
Highlights: Clubhouse with entertainment, large games field, multiple play areas, games room, direct access to footpaths.

Cheverton Copse Holiday Park is near Sandown, set within a wooded site where cars are kept separate from the main accommodation areas, this is a bit like Centre Parcs and is a unique feature so you kids can play freely and you don't have to worry about cars. A clubhouse provides seasonal evening entertainment along with a games room and basic on site facilities.

Sandown and Shanklin are around 5 minutes by car for the beaches, seafront and bucket and spade shops, Brading is nearby for local shops and roads to the east side of the island. Footpaths and bridleways run directly from the park into the surrounding countryside making it ideal for walks

Why it’s a top pick: Caravan holidays near Sandown, Isle of Wight with a car free layout that keeps the main park free for children and open play.

Best For: Peaceful breaks, couples, lakeside stays
Accommodation Types: Lodges, caravans
Highlights: Lakeside setting, fishing, quiet atmosphere

Chichester Lakeside Holiday Park offers lodges and caravans set around tranquil fishing lakes on the edge of Chichester. With a calm, low-key atmosphere and scenic surroundings, it’s well suited to guests seeking a relaxed base rather than a busy resort-style park.

Its location provides easy access to Chichester city centre, Chichester Harbour, West Wittering Beach and nearby countryside walks. The combination of a peaceful lakeside setting and strong access to coast and city attractions makes it a popular choice for couples and quieter breaks.

Why it’s a top pick: Ideal for visitors wanting a calm lakeside park close to Chichester and the Sussex coast.

Best For: Family seaside breaks, activity-filled stays, coastal exploring
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges
Highlights: Indoor and outdoor pools, entertainment, near the beach

Church Farm Holiday Park is a large, family-friendly park near Bognor Regis, offering caravans and lodges in a coastal setting close to the beach. With indoor and outdoor pools, entertainment venues, sports facilities and children’s activities, it’s well suited to lively seaside holidays.

Its location provides easy access to the beach, Chichester Harbour, coastal paths and nearby attractions including West Wittering and the South Downs. The combination of strong on-site facilities and excellent coastal access makes Church Farm a popular all-ages choice.

Why it’s a top pick: Ideal for families wanting a feature-rich holiday park close to beaches and Sussex coastal attractions.

Best For: Coastal breaks, couples, peaceful seaside stays
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges
Highlights: Seafront location, quiet atmosphere, coastal walks

Church Point Holiday Park sits in a peaceful seafront position in Newbiggin-by-the-Sea, offering caravans and lodges close to the beach and promenade. Its calm atmosphere and simple facilities make it well suited to relaxed seaside breaks away from busier resorts.

The park provides easy access to coastal walks, local cafés and long sandy beaches, with nearby towns and attractions within a short drive. The combination of direct coastal access and a quieter setting makes Church Point a popular choice for couples and families seeking a low-key stay.

Why it’s a top pick: Ideal for visitors wanting a tranquil holiday park right by the beach on Northumberland’s coast.

Best For: Family beach holidays, seaside breaks, classic resort stays
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges
Highlights: Close to Cleethorpes Beach, indoor pool, entertainment

Cleethorpes Beach Holiday Park is set close to the seafront, offering caravans and lodges within easy reach of Cleethorpes’ sandy beach and promenade. With an indoor pool, entertainment venue, play areas and family-focused facilities, it suits traditional seaside holidays with plenty to do on-site.

Its location provides quick access to the beach, pier, arcades and local cafés, as well as coastal walks along the Humber Estuary. The combination of strong facilities and a central seaside position makes it a popular choice for families and couples alike.

Why it’s a top pick: Ideal for guests wanting a lively holiday park close to Cleethorpes’ beach and attractions.

Best For: Stylish coastal breaks, couples, relaxed stays
Accommodation Types: Lodges, caravans
Highlights: Modern accommodation, quieter setting, close to the seafront

Cleethorpes Pearl Holiday Park offers contemporary lodges and holiday homes in a calmer setting close to Cleethorpes’ beach and promenade. Designed with a more modern, low-key feel, it suits guests looking for comfort and simplicity rather than full-scale entertainment.

Its location provides easy access to Cleethorpes’ seafront, coastal walks, cafés and attractions, while still offering a quieter base than larger holiday parks nearby. The blend of quality accommodation and seaside convenience makes it popular with couples and small families.

Why it’s a top pick: Ideal for visitors wanting modern accommodation near Cleethorpes’ beach in a more relaxed park environment.

Best for: Families and couples looking for a lively seaside holiday park with entertainment in Ingoldmells.
Accommodation Types: Self catering caravans and holiday homes.
Highlights: Large and popular coastal park with indoor swimming pool, show bar entertainment, arcade, play areas and on site dining. Just a short walk from Ingoldmells beach and Fantasy Island.

Coastfields Holiday Village offers a vibrant holiday experience in the heart of Ingoldmells, with a wide range of caravan accommodation and extensive on site facilities. The park is well known for its live entertainment, family activities and leisure options, making it a popular choice for traditional seaside breaks.

The location places guests just moments from Ingoldmells beach and within walking distance of Fantasy Island, markets and local attractions. Skegness is only a short drive away, offering classic seaside entertainment, a pier and long sandy beaches.

Why it’s a top pick: It’s a top pick for visitors who want a fun packed seaside holiday park with excellent entertainment, family facilities and unbeatable access to the Lincolnshire coast.

Best For: Peaceful coastal breaks, families, nature lovers
Accommodation Types: Caravans
Highlights: Seafront setting, outdoor pool, quiet atmosphere

Cockerham Sands Holiday Park sits on the Lancashire coastline overlooking Morecambe Bay, offering caravans in a relaxed, rural setting. With an outdoor pool, clubhouse, play areas and open green spaces, it’s well suited to quiet seaside breaks away from busier resorts.

Its location provides access to coastal walks, birdwatching spots and countryside routes, with Lancaster and Morecambe a short drive away. The combination of a peaceful shoreline position and simple on-site facilities makes Cockerham Sands a solid choice for low-key family and couple stays.

Why it’s a top pick: Ideal for guests wanting a calm coastal park with open views and easy access to Morecambe Bay.

Best For: Family seaside breaks, activity-led holidays
Accommodation Types: Caravans
Highlights: Indoor and outdoor pools, entertainment, coastal setting

Combe Haven Holiday Park is a large, family-friendly holiday park near Hastings, offering caravan accommodation in a coastal setting. With indoor and outdoor pools, flumes, play areas and entertainment, it suits energetic seaside holidays with plenty to do on-site.

Its location provides easy access to nearby beaches, coastal walks and the attractions of Hastings and Bexhill-on-Sea. The combination of strong facilities and convenient coastal access makes Combe Haven a popular family choice.

Why it’s a top pick: Ideal for families wanting an activity-packed holiday park close to Sussex’s south coast.

Best for: Families and couples wanting a smaller coastal holiday park within walking distance of Combe Martin beach.
Accommodation Types: Static caravans and chalets.
Highlights: Outdoor heated pool, clubhouse with bar and food, woodland walks, sea views and access to Newberry Beach.

Combe Martin Beach Holiday Park is set on a hillside above the village with accommodation positioned across the valley looking out towards the coast. A path leads down towards Newberry Beach and the seafront and there is an outdoor heated pool, clubhouse, bar and food available on site.

Combe Martin beach and village are a few minutes walk away with shops, cafés and access onto the South West Coast Path. Ilfracombe is around 6 miles, Woolacombe about 10 miles for a larger sandy beach and Exmoor National Park is within 10 miles for walking and open moorland.

Why it’s a top pick: A hillside holiday park above Combe Martin with sea views and walking access to the beach village and the South West Coast Path.

Best For: Beach holidays, families, coastal exploring
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges, glamping
Highlights: Close to beach, pools, family facilities

Coopers Beach Holiday Park sits on Mersea Island, offering caravans, lodges and glamping in a relaxed seaside setting just a short walk from sandy beaches and coastal paths. The park features indoor and outdoor pools, play areas and family-friendly facilities, making it a popular choice for classic Essex coastal breaks.

The beach is directly accessible from the park for walking, crabbing and shoreline fishing. West Mersea is around 5 minutes by car for the harbour and waterfront pubs, while Colchester is about 25 minutes for the castle and town centre, and Cudmore Grove Country Park sits around 5 minutes away at the eastern end of the island

Why it’s a top pick: Great for guests who want a beach based holiday in Essex with good facilities and easy access to Mersea Island’s coastal highlights.

Best for: Couples and families wanting a quieter park near Hayle and St Ives.
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges, safari tents and glamping pods, some with hot tubs.
Highlights: Outdoor heated pool, mini golf, dog agility area, small shop, play area.

Cornish Meadows Holiday Park is set near Gwinear, around 10 minutes from Hayle and just off the A30. The park covers around 16 acres and includes an outdoor heated pool and a themed mini golf course on site.

Gwithian Towans is around 5 to 10 minutes away, with over 3 miles of beach along St Ives Bay. St Ives is about 20 to 25 minutes by car, while St Michael’s Mount near Marazion is around 20 minutes from the park.

Why it’s a top pick: A 16 acre park near Hayle with an outdoor pool, 5 to 10 minutes from Gwithian Towans and within 25 minutes of St Ives.

Best for: Family holidays in Ayrshire with large scale on site activities and direct beach access.
Accommodation Types: Caravans and self catering apartments.
Highlights: Indoor water park, entertainment venues, restaurants and bars, adventure activities, beach access.

Craig Tara Holiday Park is located on the Ayrshire coast near Ayr, with the main complex centred around Splashaway Bay, one of the largest indoor water parks in Scotland, alongside restaurants, bars and entertainment venues. Additional activity areas include climbing, crazy golf and indoor sports spaces, creating multiple activity zones across the park.

The park has direct access to the beach, with coastal paths leading towards Greenan Castle. Ayr is around 4 miles for shops and seafront attractions, while Culzean Castle is about 20 minutes along the coast, with Heads of Ayr Farm Park nearby in Scotland.

Why it’s a top pick: Suited to families wanting an activity focused holiday in Scotland near Ayr, where most of the time is spent on site using the water park, entertainment and facilities.

Best For: Family seaside breaks, coastal exploring, relaxed stays
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges
Highlights: Indoor pool, entertainment, close to sandy beach

Cresswell Towers Holiday Park is set near the village of Cresswell, offering caravans and lodges in a family-friendly park close to the Northumberland coast. With an indoor pool, entertainment, play areas and simple on-site facilities, it provides a comfortable base for classic seaside holidays.

Its location gives guests easy access to Cresswell Beach, coastal walking routes and nearby nature reserves, with Newbiggin-by-the-Sea and Amble within easy reach. The combination of good facilities and a quieter coastal setting makes Cresswell Towers a popular choice for families and couples.

Why it’s a top pick: Ideal for visitors wanting a well-equipped park close to sandy beaches and Northumberland’s coastal scenery.

Best for: Quiet touring and caravan stays on the Durham coast with direct access to the beach.
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges and touring pitches.
Highlights: Indoor pool, bar and restaurant, coastal setting, access to beach paths.

Crimdon Dene Holiday Park is arranged across open ground above the Durham coastline, with accommodation set along internal roads leading towards the main complex. Facilities include an indoor pool, bar and restaurant, with parking alongside each unit across the site.

Crimdon Beach is around 5 minutes on foot via a path from the park, known for its long stretch of sand backed by dunes. Hartlepool is about 10 minutes by car for the marina and shops, while Seaton Carew sits further along the coast with a promenade and cafés.

Why it’s a top pick: A coastal park with direct walking access to one of the longest beaches in County Durham, where the setting and shoreline are the main draw.

Best for: Families wanting a holiday park close to the beach and Dawlish town.
Accommodation Types: Static caravans and lodges.
Highlights: Indoor and outdoor heated pools, entertainment venue, restaurant and bar, play areas, short walk to the beach.

Dawlish Sands Holiday Park is a large family park in Dawlish Warren with accommodation spread across a flat site close to the coast. There are indoor and outdoor heated pools along with a restaurant, bar and entertainment venue, with most facilities centred around the main complex.

Dawlish Warren beach is around half a mile which is about a 10 minute walk, with access to a long sandy beach and nature reserve. Dawlish is about 2 miles along the coast, while Exeter is around 12 miles for shopping and days out, and Teignmouth is about 4 miles for beaches and seafront walks.

Why it’s a top pick: A family holiday park in Dawlish Warren with pools and entertainment within walking distance of the beach and easy access to Dawlish Exeter and the South Devon coast.

Best for: Families wanting a large holiday park with direct access to Sandy Bay and full scale facilities.
Accommodation Types: Static caravans and lodges.
Highlights: Indoor multi level pool with slides, outdoor pool, entertainment complex, restaurants and bars, direct beach access, sea views.

Devon Cliffs Holiday Park is a large clifftop park at Sandy Bay near Exmouth, with accommodation spread across steep, sloping ground looking out over the sea. The main complex sits lower in the park and includes a large indoor pool with slides and flumes, outdoor pool, restaurants, bars and a full entertainment venue. 

Sandy Bay beach sits directly below the park with access down a steep path, leading onto a sandy beach with rock pools and coastal walks. Exmouth is around 3 miles for a seafront and shops, Budleigh Salterton is about 5 miles along the coast, and Exeter is roughly 12 miles. The South West Coast Path runs from the park linking the coastline in both directions. 

Why it’s a top pick: A large clifftop holiday park at Sandy Bay with direct beach access, sea views and one of the biggest indoor pool complexes in Devon.

Best For: Family coastal breaks, relaxed stays, countryside and coast
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges
Highlights: Indoor pool, entertainment, close to the coast

Doniford Bay Holiday Park is set in a quieter coastal location near Watchet, offering caravans and lodges in a relaxed, family-friendly environment. With an indoor pool, entertainment, play areas and simple on-site facilities, it suits guests looking for an easygoing seaside break.

Its position provides access to coastal walks, nearby beaches, the West Somerset Railway and attractions around Watchet and Minehead. The combination of calm surroundings and good access to Somerset’s coast makes Doniford Bay a dependable choice for families and couples.

Why it’s a top pick: Ideal for visitors wanting a laid-back holiday park close to Somerset’s coastline and countryside attractions.

Best For: Beach holidays, families, seaside breaks
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges, glamping, touring
Highlights: Indoor pool with slide, entertainment, near Blue Flag beach

Dovercourt Holiday Park is a lively coastal park close to Dovercourt’s Blue Flag beach, offering caravans, lodges, glamping and touring pitches. With an indoor pool and slide, play areas, sports facilities and seasonal entertainment, it’s well suited to family-friendly seaside holidays.

Dovercourt Bay Beach is directly next to the park, known for its sandy shoreline and Blue Flag status. Harwich is around 5 minutes by car for the quay and historic streets, while Hamford Water National Nature Reserve is about 10 minutes for coastal walking and wildlife.

Why it’s a top pick: Great for families wanting lots to do on-site just a short walk from a sandy, Blue Flag beach.

Best for: Touring stays on the edge of the Fleet Lagoon with uninterrupted views towards Chesil Beach.
Accommodation Types: Touring pitches for tents, caravans and motorhomes.
Highlights: Lagoon front setting, bar and restaurant, large pitches, direct access to coastal path.

East Fleet Farm runs along the shoreline of the Fleet Lagoon near Chickerell, with pitches spread across open fields that slope gently towards the water. The site forms part of a working organic farm, and facilities include three amenity blocks, a shop and the Lady of Loretto bar and restaurant positioned to look out across the lagoon. 

Weymouth beach is 3 miles away, around 10 minutes by car, while Chesil Beach sits across the lagoon with access at Ferry Bridge. A footpath runs along the edge of the site and links into the South West Coast Path, and the lagoon itself is a protected nature reserve where swimming and boating are not allowed.

Why it’s a top pick: A rare position directly on the Fleet Lagoon, with open views across to Chesil Beach and walking routes starting from the edge of the campsite.

Best for: Couples and families wanting a small, quiet glamping site near Bude.
Accommodation Types: Glamping pods, cottages and lodges with kitchens, some with hot tubs.
Highlights: Around 8 unit site, shared courtyard, fire pits, BBQ areas, small play area, dog friendly.

East Thorne Glamping Park is a small site with around 8 units set around a central courtyard near Kilkhampton, about 5 minutes from Bude. The park focuses on simple, low density accommodation, with shared outdoor space including fire pits and seating areas rather than on site entertainment or facilities.

Sandymouth Bay is around 5 minutes away, with a steep path down to the beach, while Summerleaze Beach and the Bude Sea Pool are about 10 minutes by car. The Bush Inn in Morwenstow is also nearby, around 5 minutes away and is one of the closest pubs to the site.

Why it’s a top pick: A small 8 unit glamping site 5 minutes from Sandymouth Bay and 10 minutes from Bude, with shared outdoor space and a quieter setting than larger parks.

Best For: Seaside breaks, families, relaxed coastal stays
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges
Highlights: Close to the beach, indoor pool, family facilities

Felixstowe Beach Holiday Park offers caravans and lodges in a friendly coastal setting close to Felixstowe’s seafront and promenade. With an indoor pool, play areas and straightforward on-site facilities, it provides a relaxed base for traditional seaside holidays.

Its location gives easy access to Felixstowe Beach, the pier, cafés and coastal walks, with nearby attractions and Suffolk countryside within easy reach. The combination of beach proximity and simple amenities makes it a dependable choice for families and couples.

Why it’s a top pick: Ideal for visitors wanting a comfortable holiday park close to Felixstowe’s beach and town attractions.

Best For: Peaceful breaks, families, New Forest caravan and lodge holidays.
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges
Highlights: Quiet setting, outdoor pool, access to wider Shorefield facilities

Forest Edge Holiday Park is a small, quiet park on the edge of the New Forest, offering caravans and lodges in a relaxed woodland setting. With an outdoor pool, play areas and simple on-site amenities, it’s well suited to low-key family breaks and couples seeking a calm base.

Guests also have access to the fuller facilities at Oakdene Forest Park nearby, including an indoor pool and entertainment. With easy reach of forest trails, Ringwood, Bournemouth and the south coast, Forest Edge is a convenient base for exploring the region. Ringwood is around 5 minutes by car for shops and pubs, while Bournemouth is about 20 minutes for the beach and seafront. Full facilities including an indoor pool, gym, bar and restaurant are available at nearby Oakdene Forest Park, around 5 minutes away.

Why it’s a top pick: Ideal for visitors wanting a peaceful park with good access to both the New Forest and Dorset’s coastline.

Best For: Peaceful countryside breaks, families, couples
Accommodation Types: Lodges, caravans
Highlights: Leisure suite, restaurant, quiet rural setting

Glendale Holiday Park offers lodges and caravans in a quiet countryside setting north of the Lake District, providing a relaxed base with a leisure suite, indoor pool, restaurant and simple family-friendly facilities. Its calm atmosphere makes it suitable for slower-paced getaways.

The park is close to the Solway Coast, Hadrian’s Wall and Carlisle, giving guests plenty of options for coastal walks, historic sites and day trips into the northern Lakes. Its blend of rural surroundings and convenient access to local attractions makes Glendale a solid all-round choice.

Why it’s a top pick: Great for guests wanting a peaceful park with good facilities close to the Solway and northern Lakes.

Best for: Families and couples looking for a simple seaside caravan park just moments from the beach and local attractions.
Accommodation Types: Self catering static caravans.
Highlights: Direct beach access with no major roads to cross. Quiet park setting with access to nearby entertainment, indoor pool and family facilities at a sister site. 

Golden Anchor Caravan Park offers a straightforward and affordable seaside stay in Chapel St Leonards, ideal for guests who want a relaxed base close to the coast. The park focuses on comfortable caravan accommodation with everything needed for an easy self catering break. 

The location places guests just a short walk from a long sandy beach, as well as shops, pubs and eateries in Chapel St Leonards and Ingoldmells. Skegness and its traditional seaside attractions are also within easy reach, making it a convenient base for exploring the Lincolnshire coast. 

Why it’s a top pick: It’s a top pick for visitors who want a no fuss seaside caravan holiday with direct beach access and easy access to nearby entertainment and coastal attractions.

Best for: Families wanting a large holiday park close to Woolacombe Beach with plenty to do on site.
Accommodation Types: Caravans, chalets and villas.
Highlights: Indoor and outdoor heated pools, wave surfer simulator, high ropes course, bowling, adventure golf, bar and restaurant.

Golden Coast Holiday Park is just outside Woolacombe with accommodation spread across the park and facilities including a wave surfer simulator, high ropes course, climbing wall, bowling and indoor and outdoor pools. There is also a bar and restaurant on site so you do not need to leave every day.

Woolacombe Beach is around 2 miles away for a long sandy beach and surf, while Putsborough Sands is about 4 miles. Ilfracombe is roughly 6 miles for the harbour and boat trips, and nearby attractions include Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park around 9 miles and the South West Coast Path along the coastline.

Why it’s a top pick: A large holiday park near Woolacombe with a wide range of activities on site and easy access to Woolacombe Beach, Putsborough Sands and the North Devon coast.

Best for: Families and couples looking for a lively seaside holiday park with entertainment and great on site facilities.
Accommodation Types: Self catering caravans in a range of grades including standard and premium options.
Highlights: Large coastal resort with indoor heated swimming pool, waterslides, entertainment venue, arcade, adventure golf and family dining. Short walk to Chapel St Leonards beach.

Golden Palm Resort offers a vibrant holiday experience with a wide choice of caravan accommodation set near the Lincolnshire coast. The park is designed for family holidays, with a strong focus on entertainment, leisure facilities and activities for all ages including a large indoor pool and live shows.

The location places guests within easy walking distance of Chapel St Leonards beach and close to Ingoldmells and Skegness. Local attractions, markets and seaside entertainment are all nearby, making it a convenient base for exploring the Lincolnshire coast.

Why it’s a top pick: It’s a top pick for visitors who want a fun packed seaside holiday park with extensive entertainment, family facilities and easy access to the beach and local attractions.

Best for: Families wanting a holiday park within a short walk of Dawlish Warren beach and nature reserve.
Accommodation Types: Static caravans, lodges, touring pitches and camping pods.
Highlights: Indoor and outdoor heated pools, entertainment venue, kids clubs, arcade, play areas, bar and restaurant.

Golden Sands Holiday Park is in Dawlish Warren on a flat site around a 5 to 10 minute walk from the beach and dunes. The park centres around the main complex with indoor and outdoor heated pools, an arcade, play areas and a clubhouse with entertainment running through the season, along with a bar and restaurant.

Dawlish Warren beach and nature reserve are within walking distance for a long sandy beach and coastal paths through the dunes, while Dawlish is around 2 miles along the seafront. Exeter is about 12 miles which is around 25 minutes, and nearby attractions include Powderham Castle around 7 miles and the South West Coast Path along this stretch of coastline.

Why it’s a top pick: A flat holiday park in Dawlish Warren within walking distance of the beach and nature reserve with pools entertainment and everything needed for a family stay on site.

Best For: Family beach holidays, traditional seaside breaks
Accommodation Types: Caravans
Highlights: Direct beach access, indoor pool, entertainment

Golden Sands Holiday Park is a large, family-friendly holiday park set right beside the beach in Rhyl, offering caravan accommodation in a classic North Wales seaside location. With an indoor pool, entertainment venues, play areas and family facilities, it suits lively, activity-filled holidays by the sea.

Its location provides immediate access to the sandy beach, promenade and local attractions in Rhyl, with coastal walks and nearby resorts along the North Wales coast also easy to reach. The combination of beachfront positioning and strong facilities makes Golden Sands a popular choice for families.

Why it’s a top pick: Ideal for visitors wanting a full-featured seaside holiday park with direct beach access in North Wales.

Best For: Family beach breaks, seaside fun, traditional coastal holidays
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges
Highlights: Close to sandy beach, indoor pool, entertainment

Golden Sands Holiday Park sits just a short walk from Mablethorpe’s sandy beach and promenade, offering caravans and lodges in a classic seaside location. With an indoor pool, play areas, children’s entertainment and straightforward on-site facilities, it’s ideal for fun, family-focused holidays by the sea.

Its position gives guests easy access to Mablethorpe’s amusements, cafés, coastal walks and nearby attractions including coastal nature reserves and beaches along the Lincolnshire coastline. The combination of seaside proximity and good park facilities makes Golden Sands a dependable choice for all-ages breaks.

Why it’s a top pick: Great for families wanting a traditional beach holiday close to one of Lincolnshire’s longest sandy shores.

Best for: Quiet caravan stays overlooking Chesil Beach away from busy resort parks.
Accommodation Types: Static caravans and a small number of apartments.
Highlights: Valley setting, sea views towards Chesil Beach, on site shop and laundry, direct walking routes.

Gorselands Caravan Park sits in a shallow coastal valley at West Bexington, with caravans positioned across six acres of grassland facing out towards Chesil Beach and Lyme Bay. Most units are privately owned, which shapes the feel of the site, with fewer facilities and less movement than larger commercial parks, alongside a small shop and launderette on site. 

A footpath known as Fisherman’s Walk runs from the park down to the beach through open meadows, avoiding the need to drive to the main car park. West Bay is about 10 minutes by car for the harbour and eateries, while Abbotsbury is around 10 to 15 minutes for the Swannery and coastal paths. 

Why it’s a top pick: A small park in a coastal valley with direct footpath access to Chesil Beach, where the setting and views are the main draw rather than on site entertainment.

Best for: Family holidays on the Sutherland coast with direct beach access and an entertainment benue.
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges and touring and camping pitches.
Highlights: Indoor pool, restaurant and bar, arcade, entertainment venue, direct access to Embo Beach.

Grannie’s Heilan’ Hame Holiday Park is located at Embo near Dornoch, with an indoor pool, restaurant, bar, arcade and family entertainment venue forming the main hub of the park.

Embo Beach runs directly alongside the park, with long stretches of sand along the Dornoch Firth and is perfect if you want a beach based holiday park in Scotland. Dornoch is around 5 minutes by car for the cathedral and Royal Dornoch Golf Club, while Dunrobin Castle is about 15 minutes along the coast in Scotland.

Why it’s a top pick: Families wanting a seaside holiday park near Dornoch, Scotland, where the beach and evening entertainment are your main holiday requirements.

Best for: Couples wanting a small private lodge stay near Saunton Sands and the North Devon coast.
Accommodation Types: One bedroom lodges with private hot tubs.
Highlights: Private hot tubs, enclosed gardens, open plan interiors, countryside setting, close to Saunton Sands.

Great Field Lodges is a small collection of three lodges near Braunton set on a rural site rather than a traditional holiday park. Each lodge is self contained with its own enclosed garden and private hot tub, designed for couples looking for a quieter stay with more privacy. 

Saunton Sands is around 2 miles away which is about a 5 minute drive, with Croyde around 4 miles and Woolacombe about 6 miles for larger beaches. Braunton is around 1 mile for shops cafés and pubs, while Barnstaple is about 5 miles for supermarkets and restaurants. 

Why it’s a top pick: A small lodge site near Braunton with private hot tubs and easy access to Saunton Sands Croyde and the North Devon coast.

Best For: Family beach holidays, Snowdonia exploring, coastal stays
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges
Highlights: Direct beach access, indoor pool, mountain views

Greenacres Holiday Park is set beside the beach near Porthmadog, offering caravans and lodges with views across Cardigan Bay and the mountains of Snowdonia. With an indoor pool, play areas and family-friendly facilities, it provides a relaxed base for seaside holidays in North Wales.

Its location gives guests direct access to the beach, coastal walks and nearby attractions including Porthmadog Harbour, Portmeirion and Snowdonia National Park. The combination of beachfront access and mountain scenery makes Greenacres a popular choice for families and couples.

Why it’s a top pick: Ideal for visitors wanting a coastal holiday park with beach access and easy access to Snowdonia.

Best For: Family holidays, activity-filled breaks, coastal exploring
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges
Highlights: Direct beach access, pool complex, extensive entertainment

Hafan y Môr Holiday Park is a large, family-focused holiday park set on the Llŷn Peninsula near Pwllheli, offering caravans and lodges in a scenic coastal location. With a pool complex, entertainment venues, play areas and a wide range of activities, it’s well suited to energetic seaside holidays.

Its location provides direct access to the beach, coastal walks and nearby attractions including Pwllheli, Criccieth and Snowdonia National Park. The combination of strong on-site facilities and excellent coastal access makes Hafan y Môr one of North Wales’ most popular family parks.

Why it’s a top pick: Ideal for families wanting a feature-rich holiday park with beach access on the Llŷn Peninsula.

Best For: Family holidays, activity-filled breaks, all-ages stays
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges
Highlights: Extensive facilities, indoor pool, fishing lakes, entertainment

Haggerston Castle Holiday Park is a large, feature-rich holiday park set in open countryside near the Northumberland coast, offering caravans and lodges with a wide range of on-site activities. Facilities include an indoor pool, fishing lakes, sports courts, entertainment venues and family attractions, making it ideal for energetic holidays.

Its location provides easy access to Berwick-upon-Tweed, nearby beaches and coastal walks, as well as historic sites along the Scottish Borders. The combination of extensive amenities and strong regional access makes Haggerston Castle one of Northumberland’s most popular family parks.

Why it’s a top pick: Ideal for families wanting a full-scale holiday park with lots to do and easy access to the Northumberland coast.

Best for: Couples, families and coastal holidaymakers seeking a relaxed lakeside and seaside break.
Accommodation Types: Self-catering lodges, caravans, holiday homes and touring pitches.
Highlights: Waterside setting with views across Morecambe Bay and access to beach and coastal paths. On-site facilities include café/bar, outdoor space and family areas.

Harbour Lights offers self-catering accommodation set close to the waterfront at Haverigg, combining coastal scenery with a laid-back holiday experience. Guests can enjoy sea views, beach walks and the open space around the park, making it ideal for relaxed breaks by the water.

The location places guests beside Morecambe Bay and Haverigg Beach, with scenic walking and cycling routes nearby along the coast and into the Cumbrian countryside. The Lake District National Park and nearby towns such as Millom and Barrow-in-Furness are within easy reach for day trips and local exploration.

Why it’s a top pick: It’s a top pick for visitors who want a lakeside and seaside holiday with comfortable self-catering accommodation, easy access to beaches and coastal trails, and scenic views across Morecambe Bay.

Best For: Budget-friendly beach breaks, families, coastal exploring
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges
Highlights: Indoor pool, entertainment, close to sandy beach

Harts Holiday Park sits in Leysdown on the Isle of Sheppey, offering caravans and lodges a short walk from the beach and promenade. With an indoor pool, entertainment, play areas and simple family-focused facilities, it’s well suited to relaxed, affordable seaside holidays.

Leysdown Beach is a few minutes on foot from the park, with a promenade lined with arcades, cafés and shops. Sheerness is around 20 minutes by car for a larger seafront and supermarkets, while Sittingbourne is about 25 minutes for rail connections and access inland.

Why it’s a top pick: Great for families seeking a budget-friendly park close to Leysdown’s beach and promenade.

Best for: Family caravan holidays by the coast in Hampshire with pools, activities and entertainment on site.
Accommodation Types: Caravans and lodges.
Highlights: Indoor and outdoor pools, entertainment venue, restaurant and bar, play areas, beach nearby.

Hayling Island Holiday Park is located on Hayling Island off the Hampshire coast, with accommodation arranged across a large park linked by internal roads leading towards the main facilities. The centre of the park includes indoor and outdoor heated pools, a restaurant and bar, entertainment space and play areas grouped together in one area. 

The seafront is around 1 mile away with a traditional promenade and beach, known for watersports including kitesurfing. Havant is about 10 minutes by car for shops and rail links, while Portsmouth is roughly 25 minutes for the Historic Dockyard and Spinnaker Tower. 

Why it’s a top pick: Great for family holidays on Hayling Island, Hampshire, with pools, entertainment and easy access to the beach and seafront.

Best For: Beach holidays, families, relaxed coastal breaks
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges
Highlights: Direct beach access, indoor pool, family facilities

Heacham Beach Holiday Park sits just steps from the beach on Norfolk’s west coast, offering caravans and lodges in a peaceful seaside setting. With an indoor pool, play areas and simple family-friendly facilities, it provides a relaxed base for classic coastal holidays.

Its location offers easy access to Hunstanton, coastal walks, sunsets over The Wash and nearby nature reserves, making it ideal for exploring Norfolk’s quieter shoreline. The combination of beachfront access and a calm atmosphere makes Heacham Beach popular with families and couples alike.

Why it’s a top pick: Ideal for visitors wanting a quiet beachside park with easy access to Hunstanton and Norfolk’s west coast scenery.

Best for: Families and couples wanting a quieter countryside park close to Bude and the North Devon coast.
Accommodation Types: Static caravans, lodges, touring pitches and camping pods.
Highlights: Indoor heated pool with steam room and jacuzzi, bar and restaurant, play areas, dog walking routes, countryside setting.

Hedley Wood Holiday Park is set across woodland and open countryside on the Devon Cornwall border near Holsworthy, with accommodation spread across a spacious site rather than tightly packed areas. The park centres around a modern leisure building with an indoor heated pool, steam room and jacuzzi, alongside a bar, restaurant and indoor activity space. 

Bude is around 4 to 5 miles away which is about a 10 to 15 minute drive for beaches including Summerleaze Beach and Widemouth Bay. Holsworthy is around 3 miles for shops and essentials, while the Milky Way Adventure Park is about 13 miles and Tintagel Castle around 20 miles for days out. 

Why it’s a top pick: A countryside holiday park on the Devon Cornwall border with an indoor pool and easy access to Bude beaches and the North Devon and Cornwall coast.

Best for: Couples, families and nature lovers seeking a peaceful countryside lodges and cottages close to the coast.
Accommodation Types: Luxury lodges, barn conversions and farmhouse style holiday homes.
Highlights: Quiet rural park with lake views set between the Lincolnshire Wolds and the coast. Fishing lakes, pet friendly stays and access to full leisure facilities at nearby sister parks.

Helsey Farm Park offers a tranquil countryside escape set in a secluded location near Hogsthorpe, ideal for guests looking to relax in open surroundings. The park features a selection of high quality lodges and converted farm buildings, many with modern interiors and outdoor space.

The location places guests just a short drive from Chapel St Leonards, Ingoldmells and Skegness, providing easy access to sandy beaches and traditional seaside attractions. The nearby Lincolnshire Wolds also offer scenic walking routes, cycling trails and rural villages to explore.

Why it’s a top pick: It’s a top pick for visitors who want a quiet countryside lodge holiday with lake views and space to unwind, while still being close to the Lincolnshire coast and popular seaside resorts.

Best for: Families wanting a large holiday park with extensive on site facilities near Newquay.
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges, touring and camping pitches.
Highlights: Oasis indoor pool complex with three flumes, outdoor pool, 115 metre waterslide, ten pin bowling, soft play, arcade, restaurants and bars.

Hendra Holiday Park is a large, family run site set about 1 mile from Newquay town centre, with over 80 acres of parkland and a wide range of accommodation and touring pitches. The main draw is the Oasis Fun Pools complex, which includes three indoor flumes, a 115 metre outdoor waterslide, rapids and a toddlers’ pool, alongside a bowling alley, soft play and multiple food and drink venues.

Newquay’s main beaches are all within a short drive, with Fistral Beach around 10 minutes away and Towan Beach slightly closer near the town centre. Newquay Zoo is around 5 minutes from the park, while the town itself offers restaurants, surf schools and easy access to the north Cornwall coast.

Why it’s a top pick: An 80 acre park with the Oasis pool complex, bowling alley and multiple restaurants, located 1 mile from Newquay and within 10 minutes of Fistral Beach.

Best For: Family beach breaks, coastal walks, relaxed stays
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges
Highlights: Indoor and outdoor pools with flume, entertainment venue, high ropes, multi activity site.

Highfield Grange Holiday Park offers caravans and lodges in a family-friendly setting just a short distance from Clacton’s sandy beaches. The park includes an indoor pool, children’s play areas and relaxed on-site amenities, making it well suited to classic seaside holidays.

Clacton Beach is around 10 minutes by car for the pier and seafront, while Frinton on Sea is about 20 minutes for quieter beaches. Walton on the Naze is also nearby for the Naze Tower and coastal walks, with the park positioned between these coastal town

Why it's a top pick: Ideal for visitors who want comfortable accommodation close to Clacton’s beach and coastal attractions.

Best for: Families wanting a facility-led coastal park within walking distance of Holywell Bay Beach.
Accommodation Types: Caravans, touring and camping pitches and glamping.
Highlights: Heated outdoor pool, 300 foot waterslide, toddler pool, soft play, sports court, entertainment venue, restaurant and bar.

Holywell Bay Holiday Park sits in Ellenglaze Valley, with Holywell Bay Beach around a 10 minute walk from the park. The outdoor pool complex includes a heated pool, a 300 foot waterslide and a separate toddler pool, alongside soft play and an entertainment venue.

Perranporth is around 4 miles away, roughly a 10 minute drive, with a long sandy beach and seafront cafés. Newquay is about 6 miles from the park, around 15 minutes by car, with beaches like Fistral and a wider range of restaurants and surf schools.

Why it’s a top pick: A Parkdean park with a heated outdoor pool and 300 foot waterslide, 10 minutes’ walk from Holywell Bay Beach, 4 miles from Perranporth and 6 miles from Newquay.

Best For: Family beach holidays, seaside fun, activity-led breaks
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges
Highlights: Direct beach access, indoor and outdoor pools, entertainment

Hopton Holiday Park is a large, family-friendly holiday park set right by the beach at Hopton-on-Sea, offering caravans and lodges with direct access to the sandy shoreline. With indoor and outdoor pools, entertainment venues, sports facilities and children’s activities, it’s well suited to energetic seaside holidays.

Its location provides easy access to coastal walks, Great Yarmouth’s attractions and nearby seaside towns, while still offering a self-contained holiday park experience. The combination of beachfront access and extensive facilities makes Hopton one of Norfolk’s most popular family parks.

Why it’s a top pick: Ideal for families wanting a full-facility holiday park with direct access to a sandy Norfolk beach.

Best For: Seaside breaks, families, coastal walks
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges
Highlights: Indoor pool, entertainment, close to the beach

Kent Coast Holiday Park sits on the Isle of Sheppey near Leysdown, offering caravans and lodges in a relaxed coastal setting within easy reach of the beach. With an indoor pool, entertainment, play areas and family-friendly facilities, it’s well suited to simple, enjoyable seaside holidays.

Allhallows Beach is around 5 minutes on foot, with a flat stretch of shoreline along the estuary and views towards Southend. Grain Coastal Park is about 10 minutes by car for walking routes along the marshes, while Rochester is around 20 minutes for the cathedral and historic high street.

Why it’s a top pick: Ideal for guests wanting a friendly, affordable park close to Sheppey’s beaches and coastal paths.

Best For: Beach holidays, families, relaxed seaside breaks
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges
Highlights: Direct beach access, indoor pool, entertainment

Kessingland Beach Holiday Park sits directly beside the beach on Suffolk’s coast, offering caravans and lodges with easy access to the sandy shoreline. With an indoor pool, entertainment, play areas and family-friendly facilities, it provides a straightforward base for classic seaside holidays.

Its location gives guests access to coastal walks, nature reserves and nearby attractions in Lowestoft and Southwold, while also being well placed for exploring the wider Suffolk coastline. The combination of beachfront access and simple amenities makes Kessingland Beach a popular family choice.

Why it’s a top pick: Ideal for visitors wanting a holiday park with direct access to Suffolk’s quieter coastal beaches.

Best for: Families wanting a coastal park within walking distance of Talland Bay and close to Polperro.
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges and manor house apartments.
Highlights: Indoor pool with toddler pool, gym, tennis court, crazy golf, entertainment, coastal path access.

Killigarth Manor Holiday Park is set on the hillside above Talland Bay, with a public footpath from the park down to the beach, around a 10 to 15 minute walk. The park includes an indoor heated pool with a separate toddler pool, a gym, tennis court and clubhouse with entertainment. 

Polperro is around 1.5 miles away, roughly a 5 minute drive, with a small harbour, narrow streets and several pubs and restaurants. Looe is about 2 miles from the park along the coast, with a larger beach and seafront, while the South West Coast Path runs directly past the area linking all three locations. 

Why it’s a top pick: A coastal park with direct access to Talland Bay, around 1.5 miles from Polperro and 2 miles from Looe, with indoor leisure facilities on site.

Best For: Family seaside breaks, coastal exploring, relaxed stays
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges
Highlights: Indoor pool, countryside setting, close to Tenby beaches

Kiln Park Holiday Park is set in rolling countryside just outside Tenby, offering caravans and lodges in a peaceful location close to the Pembrokeshire coast. With an indoor pool, play areas and family-friendly facilities, it provides a relaxed base for seaside holidays.

Its location gives easy access to Tenby’s beaches, harbour and town centre, as well as coastal walks along the Pembrokeshire Coast Path. The combination of calm surroundings and strong access to local attractions makes Kiln Park a popular choice for families and couples.

Why it’s a top pick: Ideal for visitors wanting a quieter holiday park close to Tenby’s beaches and coastal scenery.

Best for: Families wanting a coastal holiday park with direct access to a private beach on the Jurassic Coast.
Accommodation Types: Static caravans, lodges, apartments, safari tents, touring pitches and camping.
Highlights: Private beach, indoor heated pool with splash features, outdoor splash zone, entertainment venue, restaurant and bar, adventure golf.

Ladram Bay Holiday Park sits on the clifftop above its own private bay near Budleigh Salterton, with accommodation arranged across terraced areas looking out over the sea. The park has direct access down to a sheltered pebble beach with rock pools, along with a large indoor pool with splash features, outdoor splash zone, restaurant, arcade and entertainment complex. 

Budleigh Salterton is around 3 miles away for a seafront and shops, while Sidmouth is about 5 miles along the coast. Exeter is roughly 15 miles for shopping and days out, and the South West Coast Path runs directly from the park linking this stretch of the Jurassic Coast. 

Why it’s a top pick: A clifftop holiday park on the Jurassic Coast with its own private beach, sea views across the bay and a full set of facilities built around the coastline.

Best for: Families wanting a large holiday park within walking distance of Dawlish Warren beach with full facilities on site.
Accommodation Types: Static caravans, lodges and touring pitches.
Highlights: Indoor and outdoor heated pools, kids clubs, entertainment venue, restaurant and bar, play areas, short walk to the beach.

Lady’s Mile Holiday Park is in Dawlish Warren on a flat site around a 10 minute walk from the beach and dunes. The park centres around a large complex with indoor and outdoor heated pools, children’s activities, an arcade and a clubhouse with entertainment, along with a bar and restaurant.

Dawlish Warren beach and nature reserve are within walking distance for a long sandy beach and coastal paths through the dunes. Dawlish is around 2 miles along the seafront, while Exeter is about 12 miles which is around 25 minutes. Nearby attractions include Powderham Castle around 7 miles and the South West Coast Path along this stretch of coastline.

Why it’s a top pick: A large Dawlish Warren holiday park within walking distance of the beach and nature reserve with pools entertainment and everything needed for a family stay on site.

Best For: Family breaks, active holidays, coastal and lakeside exploring
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges
Highlights: Indoor and outdoor pools, lakeside activities, entertainment

Lakeland Holiday Park is a large, family-friendly park near Grange-over-Sands, offering caravans and lodges with indoor and outdoor pools, activity sessions, watersports on the lakes and children’s facilities. It’s well suited to active holidays with plenty available on-site.

Its location near Morecambe Bay and the southern Lake District gives guests easy access to coastal walking routes, Windermere and scenic countryside attractions. The blend of wide-ranging amenities and strong access to both coast and Lakes makes Lakeland a popular choice for all-ages stays.

Why it’s a top pick: Great for families seeking a full-facility park close to both the Bay and the southern Lake District.

Best for: Caravan, lodge and touring holidays near Shanklin, Isle of Wight with access to two linked parks.
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges and touring and camping pitches.
Highlights: Indoor and outdoor pools, restaurant and bar, arcade, entertainment, access to facilities at neighbouring Lower Hyde.

Landguard Holiday Park is in Shanklin, with indoor and outdoor pools, a restaurant, bar, arcade and entertainment on site. Guests can also use the facilities at nearby Lower Hyde free of charge, giving access to a second pool complex and additional venues and entertainment during your holiday.

Shanklin Beach is about 5 minutes by car, with Shanklin Chine above the seafront. Sandown is around 10 minutes for the pier and zoo, while Culver Down is about 10 minutes for coastal views.

Why it’s a top pick: Holidays at Shanklin, Isle of Wight with access to both Landguard and Lower Hyde, giving you two sets of pools and entertainment on one stay.

Best for: Couples and families wanting a coastal holiday park within walking distance of Dartmouth.
Accommodation Types: Static caravans and chalets.
Highlights: Sea views, outdoor heated pool, bar and restaurant, play areas, coastal setting, access to the South West Coast Path.

Leonards Cove Holiday Village sits above the coast just outside Dartmouth, with accommodation set across a sloping site looking out over Start Bay. The park includes an outdoor heated pool, bar and restaurant, with paths leading from the site towards the coast and surrounding headland.

Dartmouth is around 1 mile away which is about a 20 minute walk or short drive for shops, restaurants and the harbour. Blackpool Sands is about 3 miles for a sheltered beach, while Slapton Sands is around 7 miles along the coast. The South West Coast Path runs close to the park linking this stretch of coastline.

Why it’s a top pick: A coastal holiday park near Dartmouth with sea views and walking access to the town the coast path and nearby beaches.

Best for: Caravan and apartment stays looking out across Chesil Beach and Portland.
Accommodation Types: Caravans and apartments.
Highlights: Indoor pool, gym and sauna, restaurant with terrace, elevated coastal views.

Chesil Beach Holiday Park sits above the Fleet Lagoon on the Portland road, with accommodation arranged on rising ground facing towards Chesil Beach and Portland Harbour. The main leisure complex is positioned centrally with an indoor pool, sauna, gym and the Breeze Bar and Grill, where the terrace looks directly across the lagoon. 

Ferry Bridge is around 5 minutes by car where the lagoon meets Chesil Beach, known for its steep shingle and strong currents. Weymouth town centre is 2 miles away, about 10 minutes, while Portland Marina is just over the causeway for watersports and boat trips. A flat path from near the park follows the old railway line into Weymouth, taking around 40 minutes on foot and avoiding the main road. 

Why it’s a top pick: The elevated position above the lagoon gives wide views across Chesil Beach and Portland, with a setting that feels separate from Weymouth seafront.

Best for: Families wanting a large activity-led park on the Lizard Peninsula close to multiple beaches.
Accommodation Types: Caravans and bungalows sleeping up to 8 with pet friendly options.
Highlights: Indoor and outdoor pools, 300 foot waterslide, high ropes course, soft play, sports dome, restaurant and bar.

Lizard Point Holiday Park is set near Ruan Minor on the Lizard Peninsula, with over 40 on site activities including indoor and outdoor pools, a high ropes course and a sports dome. The main complex includes the Boathouse Bar and Restaurant alongside indoor soft play and activity areas.

Kynance Cove is around 2.5 miles away, roughly a 5 to 10 minute drive, with parking at the National Trust car park above the beach followed by a steep walk down. Access to the main beach is tide dependent, with parts of the sand cut off at high tide. Kennack Sands and Mullion Cove are both within about 10 minutes, while Helston is around 20 minutes from the park.

Why it’s a top pick: A large activity focused park with indoor and outdoor pools, over 40 activities and within 2.5 miles of Kynance Cove and multiple Lizard Peninsula beaches.

Best For: Quiet coastal breaks, couples, countryside stays
Accommodation Types: Lodges, caravans
Highlights: Rural Gower setting, peaceful atmosphere, coastal walks

Llanrhidian Holiday Park is a small, tranquil park set in the heart of the Gower Peninsula, offering lodges and caravans in a scenic countryside location. With a calm atmosphere and simple facilities, it suits guests looking for a relaxed base away from busy resort-style parks.

Its location provides easy access to Gower beaches, estuary walks, local villages and coastal paths, with Swansea and the wider peninsula within easy reach. The combination of rural tranquillity and excellent access to South Wales’ coastline makes Llanrhidian a popular choice for couples and slower-paced breaks.

Why it’s a top pick: Ideal for visitors wanting a peaceful holiday park in the heart of the Gower with easy access to beaches and coastal walks.

Best for: Families wanting a busy park with lots on site and easy access to Looe.
Accommodation Types: Caravans sleeping up to 8, with pet friendly options.
Highlights: Indoor pool, kids clubs, mini golf, arcade, multi sports court, entertainment venue, restaurant and bar.

Looe Bay Holiday Park is set inland just outside Looe, around 1 to 2 miles from the town and harbour. The park centres around its main complex with an indoor heated pool, Polperro Bar and Grill, arcade and a full programme of kids clubs and evening entertainment. 

Looe town and beach are about a 10 minute drive away, with the route down into the town steep if walking, although there is a bus stop directly outside the park.  East Looe Beach is the main sandy beach, with the harbour, Banjo Pier and a range of pubs and restaurants all centred around the waterfront. 

Why it’s a top pick: A busy inland park with an indoor pool and full entertainment programme, around 10 minutes from Looe harbour and beach.

Best for: Quiet coastal caravan and lodge holidays near Lossiemouth in Scotland with beach access.
Accommodation Types: Caravans and lodges.
Highlights: Riverside setting, walking access to beach, use of indoor pool and entertainment at neighbouring Silver Sands, a peaceful coastal caravan site in Scoland.

Lossiemouth Holiday Park is on the banks of the River Lossie, with caravans and lodges set on a quiet site that focuses on space with a relaxed atmosphere. There are no main facilities on site, with guests having free access to the indoor pool, restaurant and entertainment at nearby Silver Sands just a few minutes away.

A path from the park leads towards Lossiemouth East Beach, walkable in around 10 minutes on foot, with West Beach and the harbour area also nearby for coastal walks. Elgin is around 15 minutes by car for shops and supermarkets, while Bow Fiddle Rock and Burghead sit within 20 minutes along the Moray coast in Scotland.

Why it’s a top pick: Ideal for visitors wanting a peaceful holiday park close to some of Moray’s best sandy beaches.

Best for: Caravan and lodge holidays in Shanklin with a large entertainment complex and shared access to a second park.
Accommodation Types: Caravans and lodges.
Highlights: Indoor pool with flume, outdoor pool, showbar, restaurant and bar, arcade, access to Landguard facilities.

Lower Hyde Holiday Park is in Shanklin and has an indoor pool and flume, outdoor pool, showbar, restaurant and arcade on site. Guests also have access to Landguard next door, you can also use the facilities here making it realluy good for family holidays on the Isle of Wight

Shanklin Beach is around half a mile from the park, with the seafront, arcades and cafés all along the esplanade. Sandown is about 10 minutes for day trips to the pier, zoo and Dinosaur Isle, with Ventnor a further 10 minutes along the coast for a smaller beach and sometimes a bit more peaceful. 

Why it’s a top pick: Holidays at Shanklin, Isle of Wight where you have one of the busier entertainment combinations of 2 parks on the island.

Best For: Family seaside breaks, coastal exploring, relaxed stays
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges
Highlights: Coastal setting, indoor pool, close to Tenby

Lydstep Beach Village is a family-friendly holiday park set on the Pembrokeshire coast near Tenby, offering caravans and lodges in a scenic seaside location. With an indoor pool, play areas and family-focused facilities, it provides a comfortable base for coastal holidays.

Its location gives easy access to nearby beaches, coastal walks and the attractions of Tenby and the Pembrokeshire Coast Path. The combination of coastal scenery and straightforward on-site amenities makes Lydstep Beach Village a popular choice for families and couples.

Why it’s a top pick: Ideal for visitors wanting a coastal holiday park close to Tenby and Pembrokeshire’s beaches.

Best for: Touring and camping stays near the coast with a quieter setting and access to full leisure facilities nearby.
Accommodation Types: Grass, hardstanding and fully serviced touring and camping pitches.
Highlights: 8 acre parkland setting, play area, shop, access to Shorefield leisure complex, woodland and coastal routes.

Lytton Lawn Touring Park is set across 8 acres of tree lined parkland near Milford on Sea, with pitches arranged across open grass and hardstanding areas connected by simple internal tracks. Facilities on site include a shop, play area and shower blocks, with access to the Shorefield Country Park leisure complex around 7 minutes away.

Milford on Sea is around 1 mile for the beach, clifftop walks and pubs, with views across the Solent towards the Needles. Lymington is about 10 minutes by car for the marina and ferry to the Isle of Wight, while Hurst Castle can be reached along the coast from Milford.

Why it’s a top pick: Great for touring and camping holidays near Milford on Sea, Hampshire, combining a quieter park setting with access to full leisure facilities and the nearby coast.

Best For: Family seaside breaks, relaxed stays, coastal exploring
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges
Highlights: Indoor pool, entertainment, close to Hunstanton Beach

Manor Park Holiday Park is a friendly, family-oriented park close to Hunstanton’s beach and town centre, offering caravans and lodges in a convenient coastal location. With an indoor pool, entertainment venue, play areas and straightforward facilities, it suits classic seaside holidays without the scale of larger resorts.

Its position provides easy access to Hunstanton Beach, the promenade, SEA LIFE centre and coastal walking routes along The Wash. The combination of a quieter park setting and strong access to local attractions makes Manor Park a popular choice for families and couples.

Why it’s a top pick: Ideal for guests wanting a relaxed holiday park close to Hunstanton’s beach and attractions.

Best for: Surfers couples and families wanting a lodge stay within walking distance of Croyde Bay.
Accommodation Types: Lodges, many with private hot tubs.
Highlights: Private hot tubs, short walk to Croyde Bay, surf beaches nearby, countryside setting, dog friendly accommodation.

March End Lodges are just outside Croyde with lodges set in a quiet spot off the road between Croyde village and the beach. You can walk to Croyde Bay in around 10 to 15 minutes, making it easy to get onto one of the best surfing beaches in the UK without needing to drive or deal with parking in peak season.

Croyde village is close by for pubs including The Thatch and The Manor House Inn, along with surf shops and cafés. Saunton Sands is around 2 miles for a longer stretch of beach, while Putsborough Sands is about 3 miles. Woolacombe is roughly 5 miles for a wider beach and coastal walks along Baggy Point and the South West Coast Path.

Why it’s a top pick: A lodge stay just outside Croyde with private hot tubs and an easy walk to Croyde Bay avoiding the parking and traffic in peak summer.

Best For: Peaceful coastal breaks, families, relaxed stays
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges and camping pods.
Highlights: Heated indoor pool, entertainment venue, restaurant and bar, activity centre, dog wash station, nature reserve setting.

Marlie Holiday Park is set on the edge of Romney Marsh near New Romney, offering caravans and lodges in a quiet, countryside location close to the coast. With an indoor pool, entertainment and simple family-friendly facilities, it’s well suited to easygoing seaside holidays.

St Mary’s Bay and Littlestone are both around 5 to 10 minutes by car for wide shingle beaches, while the Romney Hythe and Dymchurch Railway runs from New Romney about 5 minutes away. Dungeness is roughly 15 minutes for the RSPB reserve and distinctive shingle landscape.

Why it’s a top pick: Ideal for visitors wanting a peaceful caravan and lodge park close to Kent’s wide sandy beaches and Romney Marsh coaastline.

Best For: Beach holidays, families, relaxed seaside breaks
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges
Highlights: Short walk to beach, indoor pool, family facilities

Martello Beach Holiday Park sits just a short stroll from Clacton’s sandy beach, offering caravans and lodges in a classic seaside setting. The park features an indoor pool, play areas and on-site amenities that make it well-suited to easygoing family and couple breaks.

The beach runs directly alongside the park, forming part of a long stretch of sand that continues for around 7 miles along the Essex coast. Clacton on Sea is about 10 minutes by car for the pier and seafront, while Naze Tower is around 20 minutes for coastal views and walking routes, it’s a great choice for traditional Essex coastal holidays.

Why it’s a top pick: Great for visitors who want comfortable accommodation moments from the beach and Clacton’s family-friendly attractions.

Best For: Family holidays, seaside breaks, nature lovers
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges
Highlights: Indoor pool, entertainment, nature reserve views

Marton Mere Holiday Park sits beside a large nature reserve on the edge of Blackpool, offering caravans and lodges with a mix of seaside fun and peaceful wildlife surroundings. With an indoor pool, splash zone, entertainment and plenty of family activities, it suits energetic all-ages breaks.

Its location provides easy access to Blackpool’s beaches, promenade and attractions, while also offering quiet walking routes around Marton Mere. The blend of strong facilities and nature-rich views makes it a popular choice for families.

Why it’s a top pick: Ideal for guests wanting full holiday-park facilities close to Blackpool but with the bonus of a nature reserve setting.

Best for: Families and anglers wanting a quieter park with fishing lakes and space.
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges, touring pitches and glamping cabins.
Highlights: 56 acre park, four coarse fishing lakes, outdoor heated pool, café, indoor and outdoor play areas, pets corner.

Meadow Lakes Holiday Park is set across 56 acres near Hewas Water, around 10 minutes from St Austell, with a mix of caravans, lodges and touring pitches spread across a large countryside site. The park includes four coarse fishing lakes stocked with species such as carp, tench, bream, roach and rudd, along with an outdoor heated pool open in season. 

The nearest beaches are on the south coast, with Carlyon Bay and Portmellon both around 6 to 7 miles away, roughly a 15 to 20 minute drive. Porthpean Beach is about 15 minutes away, while Mevagissey harbour is also within 15 minutes, with pubs, cafés and access to the coastal path. 

Why it’s a top pick: A 56 acre countryside park with four fishing lakes, around 15 minutes from south coast beaches and close to Mevagissey and St Austell.

Best for: Touring and caravan stays near Wimborne with access to both coast and countryside.
Accommodation Types: Touring pitches, caravans and lodges.
Highlights: Indoor pool, gym, bar and restaurant, large pitches, landscaped grounds.

Merley Court Holiday Park is laid out across landscaped parkland near Wimborne, with touring pitches and accommodation arranged along tree lined roads around the central facilities. The leisure complex includes an indoor pool, gym, bar and restaurant, with wide pitches and hardstanding areas designed for longer stays.

Wimborne Minster is around 5 minutes by car for shops and cafés, while Kingston Lacy is about 10 minutes for house and gardens managed by the National Trust. Sandbanks is roughly 20 minutes for beaches and Poole Harbour, and the Castleman Trailway runs nearby along a former railway line used for walking and cycling.

Why it’s a top pick: A well organised park with larger pitches and strong facilities, positioned between Wimborne and the Dorset coast.

Best for: Families and couples seeking a relaxed seaside caravan park close to the beach in Chapel St Leonards.
Accommodation Types: Self catering caravans, apartments and bungalows with some pet friendly options.
Highlights: Coastal park just a short walk from Chapel St Leonards beach. Family friendly pub with entertainment, children’s play area and easy access to seaside amenities.

Merryfield and Sandfield Holiday Park offers a simple and welcoming base for coastal breaks, set in a peaceful location close to the Lincolnshire shoreline. The park provides a mix of accommodation options, making it suitable for both short stays and longer family holidays.

The location places guests within easy walking distance of Chapel St Leonards beach, as well as local shops, cafés and traditional seaside entertainment. Skegness and Ingoldmells are also nearby, offering amusement parks, markets and classic coastal attractions.

Why it’s a top pick: It’s a top pick for visitors who want a relaxed seaside holiday with easy beach access, family friendly facilities and a convenient base for exploring the Lincolnshire coast.

Best For: Beach breaks, family holidays, coastal exploring
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges, touring & camping
Highlights: Beach access, indoor pool, coastal walks

Mersea Island Holiday Park offers caravans, lodges and pitches on West Mersea Island, with easy access to sandy beaches, estuary views and scenic coastal paths. The park includes an indoor pool, play areas and on-site facilities suited to family and couple seaside breaks, it’s a great choice for relaxed Essex holidays.

The beach is accessed directly from the park, with views across the estuary and mudflats that change with the tide. West Mersea is around 10 minutes by car for the harbour and oyster bars, while Cudmore Grove Country Park is about 5 minutes away for open coastal walks and sea views.

Why it’s a top pick: Ideal for visitors wanting a seaside base with direct access to West Mersea’s beaches and coastal scenery.

Best for: Family holidays on Hayling Island with pools, entertainment and the seafront a few minutes away.
Accommodation Types: Caravans and lodges.
Highlights: Indoor pool, bar and restaurant, sports court, adventure playground, seasonal activities.

Mill Rythe Coastal Village is on the western side of Hayling Island near the harbour, with accommodation grouped around the main leisure areas and parking kept alongside the units. The indoor pool, restaurant, bar, sports court and playground all sit within the centre of the park, which keeps most of the day to day activity in one part of the site.

The seafront is around 5 minutes by car, while Funland Hayling Island and Beachlands are about 10 minutes for arcades, rides and the promenade. Hayling Billy Trail runs across the island for walking and cycling, and Portsmouth is roughly 25 minutes for the Historic Dockyard and Gunwharf Quays.

Why it’s a top pick: Perfect for family holidays on Hayling Island, Hampshire, with entertainment on site and easy access to the beach, harbour and island attractions.

Best for: Families wanting a large activity-led park close to Perranporth and Newquay.
Accommodation Types: Caravans, touring and camping pitches.
Highlights: Outdoor pool complex, 18 hole crazy golf, multi sports court, skate park, BMX track, entertainment venue, restaurant and bar.

Monkey Tree Holiday Park is set just off the A3075 between Newquay and Perranporth, around 3 miles from Perranporth and about 5 miles from Newquay. The park is built around its outdoor pool complex, with additional facilities including an 18 hole crazy golf course, skate park, BMX track and a large entertainment venue with daily activities.

Perranporth Beach is around a 5 to 10 minute drive away, stretching for around 2 miles at low tide with a wide, flat shoreline. Newquay is about 10 to 15 minutes by car, with beaches like Fistral and Watergate Bay. There is no direct walking route to the beach from the park, so most visits are done by car.

Why it’s a top pick: A large activity focused park with outdoor pool, BMX track and entertainment, 3 miles from Perranporth and 5 miles from Newquay.

Best for: Couples and families wanting a lodge park close to Woolacombe Ilfracombe and the North Devon coast.
Accommodation Types: Lodges and static caravans, many with private hot tubs.
Highlights: Sea views from higher areas, hot tub lodges, bar and restaurant, countryside setting, close to multiple beaches.

Mullacott Park sits above Ilfracombe on elevated ground with lodges and caravans set across the hillside, some with views out towards the coast. The park has an on site bar and restaurant and is well placed between Ilfracombe and Woolacombe rather than being tied to one single location.

Woolacombe Beach is around 3 miles for a wide sandy beach and surf, while Ilfracombe is about 2 miles for the harbour, boat trips and places to eat. Saunton Sands is around 6 miles and Croyde about 5 miles, giving access to several of North Devon’s main beaches. Nearby attractions include Tunnels Beaches in Ilfracombe and coastal walks along the South West Coast Path.

Why it’s a top pick: A hillside park above Ilfracombe with some sea views and easy access to Woolacombe Croyde and the wider North Devon coastline.

Best for: Couples and families wanting a quiet lodge retreat close to the coast on the Lizard Peninsula.
Accommodation Types: Lodges sleeping 2 to 8, many with private hot tubs and outdoor decking.
Highlights: Around 28 lodge site, hot tubs on selected units, coastal setting above Mullion Cove, no on site entertainment.

Mullion Cove Coastal Retreat is a small lodge site set above Mullion Cove, with around 28 lodges positioned in a quiet, low density layout overlooking the coastline. The focus is on self catering accommodation rather than facilities, with open plan lodges, private decking and hot tubs on selected units. 

Mullion Cove harbour is just over 1 mile away, around a 5 minute drive, with a small working harbour and access to the South West Coast Path. Poldhu Cove is about 1.2 miles from the site, while Kynance Cove is around 6 miles away, one of the most well known beaches on the Lizard Peninsula. 

Why it’s a top pick: A small lodge retreat above Mullion Cove with hot tubs, around 1 mile from the harbour and 1.2 miles from Poldhu Cove.

Best for: Family holidays in Nairn, Scotland with direct beach access and full on site entertainment.
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges and touring and camping pitches.
Highlights: Indoor pool and sauna, adventure playground, crazy golf, arcade, restaurant and bar, direct beach access.

Nairn Lochloy Holiday Park is beside the beach and marina at Nairn, with facilities including an indoor pool, sauna, arcade, crazy golf and a restaurant and bar forming the focal point park. Caravans and lodges are within walking distance of the shoreline, touring pitches are also available with shower blocks and utility areas. 

The beach runs directly alongside the park, with Nairn town and harbour around 5 minutes by car or a longer walk along the seafront. Inverness is about 25 minutes for a bit of retail therapy, Fort George is roughly 15 minutes along the Moray Firth coast in Scotland.

Why it’s a top pick: Ideal for visitors wanting a family beachside holiday park in Scotland with easy access to the Highland coast.

Best For: Seaside breaks, family holidays, coastal walks
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges
Highlights: Close to Walton Beach, indoor pool, family facilities

Naze Marine Holiday Park is set close to Walton-on-the-Naze Beach, offering caravans and lodges in a relaxed coastal setting with easy access to sandy shores and scenic promenade walks. The park features an indoor pool, children’s play areas and on-site amenities suited to family and couple seaside breaks.

The beach and Walton seafront are within walking distance, with the pier and town centre nearby. Naze Tower is around 5 minutes by car for coastal views, while Frinton on Sea is about 10 minutes for quieter beaches and a different stretch of coastline for classic seaside holidays.

Why it’s a top pick: Great for visitors looking for comfortable accommodation near Walton’s beach and coastal attractions.

Best for: Holidays in Dymchurch, Kent with direct pedestrian access to the beach from the park entrance.
Accommodation Types: Caravans and lodges.
Highlights: Direct access to Dymchurch Beach, heated indoor pool, Neptune Bar and Restaurant, arcade, entertainment venue, bus stop outside park.

New Beach Holiday Park is in Dymchurch along Hythe Road, with a heated indoor pool, entertainment venue, arcade and Neptune Bar and Restaurant grouped within the main complex. A pedestrian crossing leads straight from the entrance to the beach, with no need to drive makign it a great choice for car free family beach holidays in Kent in a caravan or lodge.

Dymchurch Beach is about 2 minutes on foot, stretching along the Romney Marsh coastline with sand and shingle. Hythe is around 10 minutes by car for the canal and high street, while the Romney Hythe and Dymchurch Railway runs from Dymchurch about 5 minutes away.

Why it’s a top pick: Perfect for families wanting plenty to do on-site just moments from one of Kent’s best sandy beaches, a perfect beach holiday park in Dymchurch in Kent.

Best for: Families wanting a park with outdoor space and direct access into Weymouth’s quieter northern side.
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges and touring pitches.
Highlights: Outdoor pool, bar and restaurant, sports areas and open parkland setting.

Newlands Holiday Park occupies open ground on the northern side of Weymouth near Radipole, with accommodation spread across wide grassy areas and touring pitches positioned around the edges of the site. The main building includes a bar and restaurant with takeaway, with an outdoor pool, football pitch and play areas forming the centre of the park.

Radipole Lake Nature Reserve is around 5 minutes away for level walks and birdwatching along the reedbeds, while Weymouth beach and seafront sit about 10 minutes by car. Upwey Wishing Well is under 10 minutes for gardens and tea rooms, and the park sits just off the A354 which gives a direct route into the town without passing through the harbour.

Why it’s a top pick: A park on the edge of Weymouth with more open space on site, while keeping the beach, nature reserve and town centre all within a short drive

Best for: Families wanting a well-kept park with modern facilities between Perranporth and Newquay.
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges, touring and camping pitches.
Highlights: Indoor pool with retractable roof, outdoor pool, bar and restaurant, arcade, play areas, wildlife lake.

Newperran Holiday Resort is set just off the A3075 near Goonhavern, around 3 miles from Perranporth and about 5 miles from Newquay. The park centres around its indoor pool with a retractable roof, alongside an outdoor pool, bar, restaurant and family facilities.

Goonhavern village is just over a mile away and has a pub called The New Inn, along with a village shop and post office.  Perranporth Beach is around a 5 to 10 minute drive, stretching for around 2 miles at low tide, while Newquay is about 10 to 15 minutes by car with beaches including Fistral and Crantock.

Why it’s a top pick: A well-kept park with indoor and outdoor pools, 3 miles from Perranporth and 5 miles from Newquay, with a pub and village shop just over a mile away in Goonhavern.

Best for: Families wanting a well-equipped park within walking distance of Porth Beach and close to Newquay.
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges, touring and camping pitches.
Highlights: Indoor and outdoor pools, sauna and steam room, bar and restaurant, soft play, shop, seasonal entertainment.

Newquay Bay Resort is set in Porth Valley, around 2 miles from Newquay town centre, with a mix of caravans, lodges and touring pitches across a sheltered site. The park includes both indoor and outdoor heated pools, plus a sauna and steam room, alongside a bar, café and family entertainment. 

Porth Beach is around a 10 to 15 minute walk from the park, with a wide sandy bay and easy access for families.  Watergate Bay is about 5 minutes by car, while Newquay town centre is around 2 miles away with beaches including Fistral and Towan. 

Why it’s a top pick: A well-equipped park with indoor and outdoor pools, around a 10 to 15 minute walk to Porth Beach and 2 miles from Newquay town centre.

Best for: Families wanting a large park with multiple pools and on site activities near Newquay.
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges, touring and camping pitches.
Highlights: Three outdoor pools, waterslide, high ropes course, bungee trampolines, crazy golf, entertainment venue, restaurant and bar.

Newquay Holiday Park is set around 3 miles from Newquay town centre in a countryside location, with a large site layout and a wide range of facilities. The park includes three heated outdoor pools and a waterslide, along with a high ropes course, bungee trampolines and a pirate themed crazy golf course.

The nearest beaches are around 3 to 4 miles away, including Porth Beach and Watergate Bay, typically a 5 to 10 minute drive. Newquay town centre is about 3 to 5 miles away depending on route, and a car is usually needed to reach the beach or town.

Why it’s a top pick: A large park with three outdoor pools, a waterslide and high ropes course, around 3 miles from Newquay and 5 to 10 minutes from nearby beaches.

Best for: Caravan, touyring and lodge holidays in Ryde, Isle of Wight with sea views and direct access to the beach.
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges and touring and camping pitches.
Highlights: Indoor pool, outdoor pool, restaurant and bar, arcade, entertainment, access to Nodes Point beach.

Nodes Point Holiday Park is in Ryde on the north east coast of the Isle of Wight, with an indoor pool, outdoor pool, restaurant, bar, arcade and entertainment on site. Paths from the park lead straight down to the beach, with fantastic sea views across the Solent towards Portsmouth.

Nodes Point beach is directly below the park, with Seaview around 5 minutes by car for a small selection of cafés and independent shops. Ryde is about 10 minutes for a trip to the pier, seafront and ferry links to the mainland.

Why it’s a top pick: Holidays in Ryde, Isle of Wight where you can walk straight from the park down onto the beach and have a car free beach based holiday on the Isle of Wight.

Best for: Families and couples looking for a traditional seaside holiday park close to Skegness beach and attractions.
Accommodation Types: Self catering caravans, apartments, camping pods and touring pitches.
Highlights: Lively coastal park within walking distance of Skegness beach and town centre. On site facilities include pitch and putt golf, tennis courts, play areas, entertainment and a family friendly pub. 

North Shore Holiday Park offers a wide range of accommodation in a convenient seaside location on the Lincolnshire coast. The park provides family friendly facilities and entertainment, making it a popular choice for classic British seaside breaks. 

The location places guests just a short walk from Skegness town centre, its famous pier and long sandy beach. Nearby attractions include arcades, amusement parks, aquariums and nature reserves, giving visitors plenty of options for family days out along the coast. 

Why it’s a top pick: It’s a top pick for visitors who want a lively seaside holiday park with plenty of on site activities and easy walking access to Skegness beach and attractions.

Best for: Caravan and lodge stays within woodland near Ringwood with direct access into forest trails.
Accommodation Types: Caravans and lodges.
Highlights: Indoor and outdoor pools, spa, restaurant, forest setting.

Oakdene Forest Park sits within woodland on the edge of the New Forest, with accommodation arranged along curved roads that follow the natural shape of the site. The central complex includes an indoor pool, outdoor pool, spa, gym, restaurant and bar, with facilities grouped together near the main entrance.

Hurn Forest is right alongside the park with walking and cycling tracks leading straight into the trees, while Ringwood is about 10 minutes by car for shops and places to eat. Moors Valley Country Park is around 5 minutes away with bike trails and a narrow gauge railway, and Bournemouth’s beaches are roughly 20 minutes for sand and sea.

Why it’s a top pick: A forest based park where you can step straight into woodland trails, combined with a full leisure complex on site.

Best For: Coastal breaks, families, relaxed seaside stays
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges
Highlights: Clifftop coastal setting, indoor pool, entertainment

Ocean Edge Holiday Park sits on a clifftop overlooking Morecambe Bay, offering caravans and lodges in a scenic seafront location. With an indoor pool, entertainment venue, sports court and children’s facilities, it provides a lively but relaxed base for family coastal breaks.

Its position gives guests easy access to Morecambe’s promenade, local beaches, nature reserves and walking routes, with Lancaster and the Lune Valley also close by. The mix of coastal views and solid on-site amenities makes Ocean Edge a popular choice for all-ages holidays.

Why it’s a top pick: Great for visitors wanting bay views, on-site facilities and easy reach of Morecambe’s beaches and attractions.

Best for: Caravan and touring holidays near Newbridge, Isle of Wight with fantastic sea views across the Solent.
Accommodation Types: Caravans and touring and camping pitches.
Highlights: Indoor pool, outdoor pool, restaurant and bar, shop, elevated pitches with sea views.

The Orchards Holiday Park is near Newbridge, with indoor and outdoor pools, a restaurant, bar and shop on site. The park runs up a hillside, with many caravans and touring pitches facing out towards the Solent and having great sea views, very relaxing if you need a peaceful break on a park with top facilities.

Yarmouth is around 10 minutes by car for the harbour and ferry links, while Freshwater Bay is about 15 minutes for the beach and coastal paths and is a popular place to go. Alum Bay and The Needles are within 20 minutes for cliff top walks on the iconic Needles, a great day out along the west coast of the Isle of Wight.

Why it’s a top pick: Holidays near Newbridge, Isle of Wight where elevated caravan and touring pitches look out across the Solent, a top family park if you want relaxation and all of the large park facilities.

Best for: Lodge stays above Osmington Mills with uninterrupted views across open countryside towards the coast.
Accommodation Types: Lodges.
Highlights: Hot tubs, elevated setting, countryside views, quiet layout.

Osmington Mills Lodge Park sits on high ground above the village, with lodges arranged along a single access road across open fields. Each lodge has its own parking space and outdoor area, with many positioned to look out over the surrounding farmland and towards the coast.

Osmington Mills is around 5 minutes by car for the Smugglers Inn and access to the coastal path, while Weymouth is about 10 minutes for the seafront and harbour. Ringstead Bay is roughly 10 minutes away, reached by a narrow lane and short walk down to the beach, with the White Horse hill figure visible on the hillside above the park.