South West England holiday parks

Castle Brake Holiday Park, Exeter, Devon

Type: Peace And Quiet Weekly price range: £224 - £585

Self catering accommodation is available at Castle Brake Holiday Park. Located on idyllic Woodbury Common only 1.5 miles from the village of Woodbury this friendly family run park sits just a short drive from Exmouth Budleigh Salterton Exeter and Sidmouth.

Together with plenty of green space – perfect for gentle walks and enjoying the local wildlife – the park also offers a superb bar and restaurant. Guests can also use the facilities at sister park Ladram Bay (p106). Charges may apply.

• Bar bistro & takeaway (evenings only)
• Children's play area

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Holiday Resort Unity, Brean Sands, Somerset

Type: Fun And Laughter Weekly price range: £283 - £1200

Self catering accommodation is available at Holiday Resort Unity. Boasting a truly impressive range of facilities it's easy to see why this park remains a firm family favourite and with an outstanding programme of entertainment everyone from toddlers through to over 50's can be sure of a great time! Enjoy 'Fun City' the largest fun park in the South West splash about in the indoor and outdoor pools and explore the glorious sandy beach just a stones throw away!

A fabulous American themed entertainment complex indoor and outdoor pools 10-pin bowling games rooms fishing golf fun park and gym are just some of the things to keep you amused. Children have their own club and a free outdoor play area and the evening entertainment offers something for all.

There is a Road Train and Mini bus service around the park during the main season.

MENDIP VIEW AT HOLIDAY RESORT UNITY

If you are looking for a quieter beach style holiday we have the place for you! Located approximately half a mile from the Leisure facilities right next to the beach at brean sands you will have a private access route to the five miles of golden sandy beaches running from brean down to Burnham on sea. Take a romantic walk and enjoy the sunset at dusk or just take a casual walk and enjoy the scenery which includes brean down Steepholm Island and other local points of interest. You can even follow the nearby nature trail through the sand dunes. Why not take your fishing rod with you and try out some sea fishing or for the less adventurous you could just buy an ice cream and unwind.

The lodges are available all year round.

• RJ's American themed entertainment complex
• Choice of entertainment venues
• Sunbed*
• Eating venues/takeaways
• Wimpy
• Children's Clubs
• 10-pin bowling*
• Sky Sports
• Markets car boots
• Road train and mini bus service
• Fun park (discounts available)
• Wheelchair hire*
• Go Karts*
• 9 hole pitch and putt*
• Supermarket launderette*

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Mullion, Helston, Cornwall

Type: Fun And Laughter Weekly price range: £165 - £869

Self catering accommodation is available at Mullion. Enjoying a stunning setting on the beautiful Lizard Peninsula famous for its crystal waters glorious sandy beaches and gentle climate Mullion offers a superb base for a fun-filled family holiday close to some of Cornwall's top attractions.

A huge array of all-weather facilities are on hand at this park from children's clubs to indoor and outdoor heated swimming pools to the challenges of surfing and diving lessons. A host of venues provides a tempting choice of food and drink and the live family evening entertainment is second to none including visiting cabarets and fabulous tribute bands.

• Children's outdoor paddling pool
• Solarium*
• Mini 10 pin bowlingo*
• Stargate Club and bar with live family entertainment
• Tot Stars fun for under 4s
• Star Landers with Sid and Lizzie (4–10s)
• Freestyle activities (10–15s)
• Big Munch Takeaway
• Kynance Bar and Grill
• Costa Coffee
• Internet station and Wi-Fi access (in designated areas)
• Amusements*
• Crazy caves indoor play area with ball pool
• Adventure playground
• Crazy golf*
• Big screen TV with Sky
• Nature trail
• Convenience store
• Launderette*

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Osmington Holiday Park, Weymouth, Dorset

Type: Relax And Explore Weekly price range: £180 - £985

Self catering accommodation is available at Osmington Holiday Park. Escape down a country lane to the peaceful hamlet of Osmington Mills where this wonderful park nestles in a beautiful wooded valley that drops down to Osmington Beach and unfolds to spectacular sea views – the perfect rural retreat.

Set just 200m from the seaside along a track ending at a notorious clifftop Smugglers' Inn a footpath leads to the shingle beach and its numerous rockpools. On site the Ranch House hosts a bar great food and family entertainment while the outdoor pool and a spacious terrace offer fabulous places to relax and soak up the sun.

Located 5 miles from the seaside town of Weymouth Osmington Holiday Park is the ideal base to explore the area.

• Bar and clubhouse with light family entertainment
• Shop

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Challaborough Bay, Challaborough, Devon

Type: Lively And Leisurely Weekly price range: £179 - £809

Self catering accommodation is available at Challaborough Bay. Enviably situated just a stone's throw from a Blue Flag beach and commanding stunning views across to Burgh Island and the sea beyond this superbly located park offers you a seaside holiday to remember.

Set at the end of a valley on the sandy curve of Bigbury Bay Challaborough Bay boasts fantastic facilities with something to suit everyone. The whole family will enjoy the leisure complex with its fabulous indoor heated pool tots' pool and fully equipped gym and the variety of daytime and evening activities on hand.

• Toddlers' pool with splish splash activities
• Sauna and solarium*
• Blue Flag beach
• Christie's Family Club
• Treetops Tots (under 4s)
• Treetops Grove featuring Maxi Multi and Milli (4–10s)
• Freestyle Club (10–15s)
• Waterfront Restaurant
• Regatta Bar and patio
• Takeaway
• Costa Coffee
• Wi-Fi access (in designated areas)
• Amusements*
• Soft play area
• Adventure playground
• Dog exercise field
• Mini supermarket
• Launderette*

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Riviera Bay, Brixham, Devon

Type: Lively And Leisurely Weekly price range: £142 - £940

Self catering accommodation is available at Riviera Bay. Stunningly located overlooking the picturesque bay and beach of St Mary's Bay Riviera Bay has magnificent views out to sea and is the ideal base to discover the pretty villages beautiful beaches coves and spectacular coastal path walks.

Soak up the sun as you admire the magnificent views across the bay or relax in the indoor pool. The more energetic members of your family might want to challenge themselves to a game of tennis basketball or the 4 lane 10-pin bowlingo.

Children are especially welcome with play areas for all ages and their own fun packed club! When evening comes the 'Tropicana' your superb family entertainment complex hosts an exciting programme of entertainment for the whole family.

Whatever it is you're looking for in a holiday at Riviera Bay there is always something for everyone.

Other paces of interest in the area are • Berry Head Country Park • Model village • Golden Hind replica • Discounts are available for many local attractions and activities • Brixham Harbour's famed fish market • Deep sea fishing and boat trips • Full range of watersports quad biking and paintball

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

• Tropicana clubroom. Visiting star cabarets shows and disco
• Competitions and bingo*
• The Anchorage – family restaurant and half board option
• Fast food takeaway
• Under 5s soft play area
• 10-pin Bowlingo*
• Big screen TV with Sky Sports
• Children's club and entertainment
• Indoor crazy golf
• Children's adventure playground
• Game zone amusement arcade*
• Supermarket
• Launderette*

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Surf Bay Holiday Park, Westward Ho!, Devon

Type: Peace And Quiet Weekly price range: £125 - £570

Self catering accommodation is available at Surf Bay Holiday Park. Just a few minutes' walk from famous Pebble Ridge and the fantastic safe sandy beach at Westward Ho! (accessed by a private walkway) this beautifully maintained park offers you a haven for a family beach holiday.

Overlooking a 600-acre country park Surf Bay also affords superb walking and wildlife-spotting opportunities while for the more energetic body boarding is a must.

• Launderette*

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Ladram Bay, Budleigh Salterton, Devon

Type: Lively And Leisurely Weekly price range: £181 - £960

Self catering accommodation is available at Ladram Bay. Ladram Bay offers the perfect combination for a family seaside holiday – first class entertainment and superb facilities are on your doorstep and a wide range of Devon's attractions are within easy touring distance. The sheltered bay with its sand washed pebbles and rock pools is safe for bathing and watersports and perfect for fishing at night.

The Three Rocks Inn is your local where you can enjoy a meal on the balcony of Pebbles restaurant and take in the great views over the bay. The emphasis is on good food fun entertainment and top class cabaret – promising you a holiday to remember.

Due to steep gradients and steps in certain areas Ladram Bay may not be suitable for wheelchair users or persons with severe mobility difficulties.

• Indoor heated paddling pool
• Sun terrace
• Private beach with boat hire*
• Club with entertainment
• Ozzie the Otter Club
• Restaurant
• Bar with Sky Sports
• Café and takeaway
• Games room*
• Bowlingo*
• Adventure playground
• Indoor soft play area
• Crazy golf*
• Internet Zone*and Wi-Fi*
• Supermarket gift shop
• Launderette*

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Devon Valley, Teignmouth, Devon

Type: Lively And Leisurely Weekly price range: £119 - £908

Self catering accommodation is available at Devon Valley. This Award winning magnificently located Park set on the banks of the river Teign in picturesque Shaldon is the perfect venue for a whole range of holiday activities whatever your age. Discover the miles of safe sandy beaches South Devon has to offer. Indulge yourselves with shopping trips to lively Torquay and the vibrant city of Exeter both easily accessible just 20 minutes drive away.

Superb accommodation many having fantastic views across the estuary so you can relax in a peaceful and inspiring environment or be a little more lively and join in with the family sporting events!

Back at home enjoy the many facilities on Park including a large heated indoor pool a full evening of free entertainment including nightly Competitions Cabarets and late night dancing. Children will love their own club and entertainment.

• Breakers Night Club and entertainment complex
• Visiting star cabarets shows and discos
• Competitions and bingo* nightly
• The Boathouse – home made food à la carte and half board option
• Fast food – late night takeaway
• Big screen TV
• Game Zone arcade*
• Under 5s soft play area
• Pirate Ship
• Adventure playground for under 5s
• Supermarket
• Internet access*
• Wi-Fi area*
• Babysitting service*
• Launderette*

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

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