South West England holiday parks

River Valley Country Park, Penzance, Cornwall

Type: Peace And Quiet Weekly price range: £161 - £865

Self catering accommodation is available at River Valley Country Park. Enviably situated in one of Cornwall's most picturesque valleys this peaceful park awarded the David Bellamy Silver Award for Conservation sits just a few miles from the glorious sandy beaches of both the north and south Cornish coast. Situated in a quiet valley where the river Hayle flows down to the north coast making it perfect for a tranquil holiday.

A haven of rural tranquillity and relaxation yet ideally situated for touring River Valley nestles in 18 partly wooded acres alongside its own clear shallow stream. Shop available (Mar 29–Nov 1) and launderette* available for all dates. *Charges apply.

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Holywell Bay, Newquay, Cornwall

Type: Lively And Leisurely Weekly price range: £179 - £939

Self catering accommodation is available at Holywell Bay. Set in a lush green valley surrounded by National Trust land just a short walk from the magnificent sandy beach of Holywell Bay and its famous Gull Rocks this beautifully situated park is only 7 miles from Newquay.

Among the fantastic facilities on offer are an outdoor heated swimming pool with a 300ft waterslide and toddlers' pool a playground and an entertainment venue. Children will love all the fun and games of Treetops Grove including treasure hunts competitions and stories. Once the sun goes down there's family entertainment on offer in the Surfrider Club or you can simply sit back relax and enjoy a quiet drink in the bar.

• Toddlers' paddling pool
• Surfrider Club with nightly entertainment cabaret games
• Treetops Tots (under 4s)
• Treetops Grove featuring Maxi and Milli (4–10s)
• Freestyle Club (10–15s)
• Bar
• Beachcomber takeaway
• Wi-Fi access ( in designated areas)
• Amusements*
• Indoor tots soft play zone
• Adventure play area
• Under 5's playground
• Mini supermarket
• Launderette*

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

West Bay, Bridport, Dorset

Type: Lively And Leisurely Weekly price range: £195 - £879

Self catering accommodation is available at West Bay. Enjoying a delightful setting next to the marina in the heart of a pretty harbour village this family park is just 2 minutes walk from a beautiful beach on Dorset's stunning west coast.

An array of facilities including an indoor swimming pool with flume and toddlers' pool and kids' clubs from tots to teens ensures something to suit everyone. The park's terrace overlooking the picturesque harbour offers a superb place to relax and unwind and once evening falls you can enjoy great family entertainment in the Riverside Club.

The West Dorset coastline is famed for its stunning beaches and abundance of dinosaur fossils and footprints. Marked walking and cycling paths abound together with opportunities for golf boat trips fishing and horse riding.

• Toddlers' pool
• Riverside Entertainment Club
• Treetops Tots (under 4s)
• Treetops Grove featuring Maxi Multi and Milli (4–10s)
• Freestyle Club (10–15s)
• Harbour Bar
• Quayside Café with Costa Coffee
• Takeaway
• Wi-Fi access ( in designated areas)
• Adventure playground
• Amusements*
• Mini supermarket
• Launderette*

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Hengar Manor Country Park, Bodmin, Cornwall

Type: Lively And Leisurely Weekly price range: £191 - £1600

Self catering accommodation is available at Hengar Manor Country Park. Hengar Manor sits in the heart of the glorious Cornish countryside close to the beaches and stunning coastline of North Cornwall. A proud holder of the David Bellamy Silver Award for Conservation the park is superbly situated for exploring the numerous attractions of the area such as the world famous Eden Project.

A delightful Manor House parts of which date back to the 17th century is at the centre of the 35 acre park and home to a family friendly café bar and pizza and pasta restaurant – a perfect place to relax.

Fantastic facilities ensure there's something to suit everyone – from swimming and children's clubs to sports and entertainment. Or for the ultimate in relaxation spoil yourself with a sauna holistic massage treatment or work out in the mini gym.

• Sauna* and spa
• Relaxation treatments*
• Steam room*
• Reflections bar and grill with entertainments lounge
• Morellos Italian restaurant
• Café Bar
• Takeaway food
• Bar meals
• Woodland adventure playground
• Bait and tackle shop
• Crazy golf*
• Shop
• Video games* room
• Launderette*

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Landscove, Torbay, Devon

Type: Lively And Leisurely Weekly price range: £175 - £806

Self catering accommodation is available at Landscove. Set in 30 acres of superb sub-tropical grounds Landscove enjoys a stunning location with breathtaking cliff-top views out across the ocean.

Surrounded by the spectacular vistas and picturesque coves of the South Devon coastline this is an ideal base for a family seaside holiday to remember. With fantastic entertainment and the superb beaches of the English Riviera nearby there is something for everyone at Landscove.

In the evening the Ocean Club entertainment complex hosts bingo family competitions (a chance to win free holidays!) cabaret and dancing. Alternatively the Harbour Lights pub offers multi-screen TV and great home-made food. Children are also well-catered for with their very own Musketeer club

Stay at Landscove and enjoy the facilities and entertainment at Riviera Bay ½ mile away.

• Indor heated pool
• Outdoor heated pool
• Outdoor sports field
• Ocean Club entertainment venue featuring live shows and family entertainment
• Children's club
• Competitions and bingo*
• Family bar with big screen TV
• Family restaurant
• Game zone arcade*
• Crazy golf
• Children's pirate ship playground
• Park Mart Store
• Launderette*

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Waterside Holiday Park, Paignton, Devon

Type: Lively And Leisurely Weekly price range: £137 - £867

Self catering accommodation is available at Waterside Holiday Park. A beach lovers' paradise! Surrounded by the magnificent sea views tranquil atmosphere and beauty of the Devon countryside Waterside Holiday Park invites you to relax and enjoy a holiday to remember.

Nestling in a peaceful valley like setting in the heart of the English Riviera Waterside has access to the secluded 'saltern Cove' a natural sand and rock enclave hosting an underwater treasure trove of marine wildlife. Excellent for diving and snorkelling Saltern Cove has remained unchanged for centuries offering you a unique place to unwind and affording some of the most stunning coastal views in Devon.

• Outdoor heated swimming pool
• Pool tables*
• Sun terraces
• Outdoor heated children's pool
• Smugglers Inn restaurant/pub
• Children's club
• Evening entertainment
• State of the art Yacht Club bars
• Amusements*
• Wi-Fi access (in club)
• Shop
• Launderette*

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

St Minver, Rock, Cornwall

Type: Relax And Explore Weekly price range: £165 - £1239

Self catering accommodation is available at St Minver. Enjoying an idyllic setting in the wooded grounds of an old Cornish Manor House this delightful park awarded the David Bellamy Gold Award for Conservation sits near the picturesque coastal villages of Rock and Port Isaac just a short drive from a choice of unspoilt beaches.

Surrounded by breathtaking scenery and a wealth of charming Cornish villages this is a truly unique and ideal location for a relaxing family holiday.

Children will love the indoor pool and the array of daytime and evening activities in Treetops Grove. The Pizzaria and Steakhouse Restaurant has a range of delicious food on hand throughout the day.

• Showbar entertainment venue and bar
• Treetops Tots (under 4s)
• Treetops Grove featuring Maxi and Milli (4–10s)
• Pizza and Steakhouse
• Restaurant and takeaway
• Wi-Fi access (in designated areas)
• Soft Play Area
• Amusements*
• Adventure playground
• Mini supermarket
• Launderette*

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Avallon Lodges, Launceston, Cornwall

Type: Peace And Quiet Weekly price range: £156 - £599

Self catering accommodation is available at Avallon Lodges. These secluded lodges stand in an orchard surrounded by idyllic countryside. Ten acres of the land form a valley hosting a magnificent array of flora and fauna. There is a wood with plenty of room to play and picnic a well stocked fishing lake and a pond teeming with life whatever the season.

Visitors enjoy use of the private well stocked fishing lake a real anglers' paradise (national rod licence required – available from any post office). Swings games room with table tennis pool darts and launderette facilities* all available for all dates. Clay pigeon shooting* June 15–August 30.

The north coast is just 15 minutes' drive away and the surrounding area offers surfing at Widemouth Bay and Crackington Haven horse riding 5 golf courses and a host of attractions including NT properties and the Tamar Otter Sanctuary. The Eden Project is 40 miles away.

• Table tennis
• Fishing
• Walking
• Games room
• Launderette*

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Notter Mill, Saltash, Cornwall

Type: Peace And Quiet Weekly price range: £276 - £817

Self catering accommodation is available at Notter Mill. Notter Mill nestles on the banks of the River Lynher awarded the David Bellamy Gold Award for Conservation this peaceful and secluded setting has a tranquil atmosphere and boasts its own outdoor heated swimming pool (available May 22–Sep 11) along with outdoor tennis/badminton adventure playground and small football pitch. Fishing is also available locally. Just a two minute walk down a country lane is the Notter Bridge Inn with its riverside gardens and pub fare. With quick access to A38 Notter Mill is a great base for you to explore the South West.

• Launderette*

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Widemouth Bay Caravan Park, Bude, Cornwall

Type: Fun And Laughter Weekly price range: £160 - £939

Self catering accommodation is available at Widemouth Bay Caravan Park. Overlooking the famous coastal beauty spot of Widemouth Bay this park stands in the heart of the magnificent Cornish countryside. Boasting over 50 acres of grounds a steep footpath near to the parks entrance leads directly to Widemouth Beach one of the finest in Cornwall with its vast expanse of sand good bathing and superb surfing.

An indoor heated swimming pool children's club and a Clubhouse with dancing and evening entertainment are among the facilities for you to enjoy on the park.

An excellent base for exploring the many treasures of the Cornish coastline close by is the tiny seaside resort of Widemouth Bay and Bude a leading holiday centre with numerous tourist amenities only 4 miles away.

A wealth of old market towns picturesque villages olde worlde inns ancient churches charming little coves beautiful beaches craft centres and wildlife parks await in the surrounding unspoilt countryside. Mystical Tintagel the legendary home of King Arthur is easily accessible. Newquay and Ilfracombe are both within an hour's drive

• Indoor heated swimming pool
• Pool tables*
• Clubhouse with evening entertainment
• Children's club
• Chef's Corner bar food
• Takeaway
• Amusements*
• Children's play areas
• Crazy golf
• Wi-Fi access
• Mini market
• Launderette*

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152