South West England holiday parks

Lakeview Country Club, Bodmin, Cornwall

Type: Relax And Explore Weekly price range: £455 - £1795

Self catering accommodation is available at Lakeview Country Club. Peacefully situated in over 200 acres of unspoilt woodland and parkland Lakeview Country Club unites a wonderful rural setting with luxurious accommodation. The perfect retreat for a relaxing break and superb base for exploring cornwall at any time of year.

The beautiful grounds boast 3 acres of well-stocked fishing lakes over 100 species of birds and some rare varieties of wild flowers – and you are just minutes from Cornwall's glorious golden beaches by car. Ideally located for walking and cycling across the Ruthern Bridge countryside.

Enjoy a superb choice of facilities at Lakeview with something to keep everyone happy from the indoor heated swimming pool steam room and solarium to the classes offered by the fitness centre or the indulgence of a wide range of beauty and pamper treatments. There are also tennis courts a 9-hole golf course and even a 4-bay academy-style golf driving range.

The comfortable club lounge provides daily papers internet access and quiet seasonal entertainment arranged by the friendly staff. There is a welcoming bar and restaurant available all year round.

• Health and beauty spa*
• Steam room and solarium*
• Pitch and putt*
• Club bar terrace restaurant and beer garden
• Games room*
• Bouncy castle trampoline and children's play area

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Torquay Holiday Park, Torquay, Devon

Type: Fun And Laughter Weekly price range: £165 - £819

Self catering accommodation is available at Torquay Holiday Park. Commanding a superb location only a short drive from Torquay's stylish waterfront and many award winning beaches this scenic hillside park offers all you need for a family holiday in the heart of the English Riviera.

In Torquay itself you'll find villas perched on the hilltops beautiful gardens around the seafront and elegant houses lining the main streets. Along the palm lined promenade you'll find an abundance of pavement cafés pubs restaurants nightlife and good quality shops.

There's an amazing range of attractions in the area to keep everyone entertained for days. Visit Britain's biggest and wettest waterpark at Quaywest take a trip to Babbacombe Model Village or enjoy a day at Paignton Zoo.

Due to steep gradients and steps Torquay Holiday Park is not suitable for wheelchair users or persons with severe mobility difficulties.

• Indoor heated swimming pool with flume and spa bath
• SportXtra programme
• All-weather multi-sports court
• Sports field
• Pool tables*
• Nature trail
• Broadway Family Entertainment Club
• Bay View Patio Bar and Diner
• Tot Stars (under 4s)
• Starlanders with Sid and Lizzie (4–10s)
• Freestyle Club (10–15s)
• Takeaway
• Wi-Fi access (in designated areas)
• Under 5's playroom
• Adventure playground
• Crazy golf
• Amusements*
• Mini supermarket
• Launderette*

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Mullacott Park, Woolacombe, Devon

Type: Relax And Explore Weekly price range: £215 - £1195

Self catering accommodation is available at Mullacott Park. Commanding panoramic views over the Bristol Channel the Atlantic Ocean and the glorious Devonshire countryside Mullacott Park offers the perfect retreat for a relaxing holiday. Midway between Ilfracombe and Woolacombe this is a superb location for exploring the wonderful sandy beaches and wealth of attractions and activities North Devon is blessed with.

Together with luxurious state of the art accommodation you enjoy a coffee shop shop and launderette on site plus a bar and restaurant directly adjacent. Several fabulous sandy beaches offering both excellent surfing and tuition for beginners abundant fishing opportunities and the famous Tarka Trail affording over 180 miles of scenic walking and cycling are all close by.

• Coffee shop
• Shop
• Launderette*

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Finlake Lodges, Newton Abbot, Devon

Type: Relax And Explore Weekly price range: £210 - £1695

Self catering accommodation is available at Finlake Lodges. Set in 130 acres of beautiful Devonshire countryside on the edge of Dartmoor just half an hour from the sea and boasting outstanding leisure facilities Finlake is the perfect holiday getaway. Relax on a romantic short break or enjoy a fun-filled family holiday – the choice is yours.

Due to steep gradients and steps Finlake is not suitable for wheelchair users or persons with mobility difficulties.

The fabulous leisure complex includes a heated indoor pool superb fitness centre well-equipped gym sauna steam room and the Finesse beauty centre. Recently refurbished the Retreat bar and restaurant offers lunch and à la carte evening meals.

Children will love the outdoor pool with its water slide and the outdoor adventure playground. Outdoor tennis courts a challenging 9-hole pitch and putt course and two coarse fishing lakes provide sporting opportunities for everyone.

• Indoor heated swimming pool
• Outdoor swimming pool with giant water slide
• Horse riding‡
• High ropes† cycle hire‡
• Caving Jungle trail climbing and abseiling tree topping indoor climbing Via Ferreta at The Rock Climbing Adventure Centre‡
• 9 hole pitch and putt
• Petanque and short mat bowls
• Walking and nature trails
• Snorkelling and WaterWalkerz
• Gym
• Tennis courts and golf
• Archery fencing
• Cro-kick and disc golf
• Fishing lakes (EA licence required)
• FUNdamentals (gymnastics for under 6s)‡Offsite under separate managementand charges will apply.
• Health and Leisure club including sauna steam room and beauty treatments
• Bar and restaurant
• Adventure play area
• Launderette

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

White Acres, Newquay, Cornwall

Type: Lively And Leisurely Weekly price range: £195 - £1339

Self catering accommodation is available at White Acres. Enviably situated in 184 acres of country park and boasting 13 magnificent fishing lakes this is a beautiful five star park. It has recently gained an Award of Special Distinction by the David Bellamy Conservation Scheme in addition to the David Bellamy Gold Award for Conservation and combines a magical location with the ultimate in holiday fun for all the family.

Nationally renowned for its superb angling White Acres offers great sport and competitions for all ages and abilities together with a fantastic range of family leisure activities. There's an indoor swimming pool with a well equipped gym and plenty on offer for children too with a host of play areas and all the fun of Treetops Grove kid's club and the Freestyle Club.

• Solarium* sauna spa bath
• Beautician*
• Toddlers' pool
• Treetops Tots (under 4s)
• Treetops Grove featuring Maxi Multi and Milli (4–10s)
• Freestyle Club (10–15s)
• Lakeside Club with cabaret
• Angler's Arms
• M's Pizzeria and Grill
• Fish 'n' chip shop
• Strike's Diner
• First Bite Café
• Wi-Fi access ( in designated areas)
• Mini 10-pin Bowling*
• Amusements*
• Activity playroom with soft play area
• Adventure play area
• Crazy golf*
• Tackle shop
• Mini supermarket
• Launderette*

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Dean Steep, Lynton, Devon

Type: Peace And Quiet Weekly price range: £220 - £499

Self catering accommodation is available at Dean Steep. Enjoying a truly idyllic setting in 17 peaceful acres of Exmoor National Park Dean Steep boasts some of the most breathtaking panoramic views in Devon. Wonderful moorland and riverside walking unfolds from your door with footpaths through the lush rolling pastureland. You can also enjoy shared use of the pretty gardens with their fishponds walkways and quiet suntraps. A games room Wendy house garden furniture barbecue* and a launderette* are also available for all dates.

*Charges apply.

This is an exceptionally beautiful area perfect for lovers of nature photography riding fishing rambling and cycling. Just 2 miles away are the twin towns of Lynton and Lynmouth connected by their unique water powered railway and the sandy beach at Lee Bay. Doone Valley the Valley of the Rocks superb coastal walks NT properties Barnstaple Minehead and Dunster are all within easy reach.

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

Ruda, Croyde Bay, Devon

Type: Fun And Laughter Weekly price range: £185 - £2189

Self catering accommodation is available at Ruda. Enviably situated in the picture postcard village of Croyde on the West Country's 'Gold Coast' Ruda offers you a holiday paradise! Eternally popular with families this premier park is next to a glorious beach in a wonderful setting for exploring the beautiful North Devon coastline.

Children will love their own clubs and once evening falls you can enjoy a quiet drink and a meal before enjoying the sparkling family entertainment in Atlantic Blue.

The North Devon coast is home to a wealth of attractions – Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park boat trips to Lundy Island and Watermouth Castle are all nearby.

• Atlantic Blue entertainment lounge
• Takeaway
• Tots Stars (under 4s)
• Star Landers with Sid and Lizzie (4–10s)
• Freestyle Club (10–15s)
• Coast Bar and Kitchen
• Café at Ruda with Costa Coffee
• Wi-Fi access (in designated areas)
• Beach café
• Indoor soft play area
• Arcade Zone*
• Children's play area
• Nature trail
• 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

Newlands Park, Charmouth, Dorset

Type: Relax And Explore Weekly price range: £149 - £899

Self catering accommodation is available at Newlands Park. Just 15 minutes' walk from the beach and village at Charmouth this family run park on the Jurassic coast has been awarded the David Bellamy Silver Award for Conservation and offers you the ideal base for your Dorset holiday. Set on a hillside between Bridport and Lyme Regis this is Thomas Hardy country with rolling hills thatched cottages and a rugged coastline.

For fossil hunters the coastline is a paradise and Weymouth Poole Exeter and Bournemouth are all within easy reach. The surrounding area has a host of tourist attractions while the park offers all the facilities you need to make the most of your holiday whatever the weather.

• Indoor heated swimming pool* (£1.50pp per session)
• Outdoor heated pool with water slide
• Pool tables*
• Walking
• Restaurant and takeaway
• Bar and entertainment
• Adventure playground
• Children's Club (5–10s) and entertainment
• Amusements*
• Soft play area
• Wi-Fi access*
• Shop
• Launderette*

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152