South West England holiday parks

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

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

Michaelstow Manor, Bodmin, Cornwall

Type: Lively And Leisurely Weekly price range: £119 - £910

Self catering accommodation is available at Michaelstow Manor. Set in 11 acres of rolling natural gardens this holiday park nestles at the foothills of Bodmin Moor and offers you everything you need for a carefree and relaxing family holiday.

Surrounded by glorious countryside a short drive from the coast – and only an hours drive from almost anywhere in Cornwall – this is an ideal touring base. The sauna and solarium provide ideal ways to relax and children will love the indoor heated pool paddling pool and their own playground. The stone built Victorian manor house offers the perfect way to start the evening in the Elizabethan Suite with its restaurant and bar.

A magical area steeped in legend. Tintagel and its famous castle the rugged North Cornwall coast and a host of scenic and historic attractions are all nearby.

• Paddling pool
• Sauna* Solarium*
• Restaurant
• Family entertainment
• Lounge bar bar meals
• Children's playground
• Crazy golf*
• Takeaway
• Amusements*
• Shop
• 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

Warmwell, Weymouth, Dorset

Type: Fun And Laughter Weekly price range: £224 - £1509

Self catering accommodation is available at Warmwell. Set among acres of beautifully landscaped woodland Warmwell offers a wide range of activities with a difference. Everyone will enjoy the indoor fun pool with flume and sauna. Try out or improve your skiing technique on the 110 metre Snowflex ski slope.

At Warmwell the fun continues into the evening with family entertainment in the family club room.

Due to the steep gradients and steps Warmwell is not suitable for wheelchair users or persons with severe walking difficulties.

• Family club room with satellite TV
• Cabaret family shows competitions and pantos
• Tot Stars (under 4s)
• Star Landers with Sid and Lizzie (4–10s)
• Freestyle Club (10–15s)
• Hardy's Café and Restaurant with Costa Coffee
• Alpine bar and takeaway with Sky Sports
• Wi-Fi access ( in designated areas)
• Soft play area
• Amusements*
• Adventure playground
• Roller rink*
• Fishing tackle shop
• Mini supermarket
• Launderette*

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Sea Acres, Helston, Cornwall

Type: Relax And Explore Weekly price range: £175 - £939

Self catering accommodation is available at Sea Acres. Boasting a truly magnificent location overlooking Kennack Sands beach Sea Acres nestles on the Lizard Peninsula in a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty – a perfect setting for an unforgettable family seaside holiday.

All of the holiday homes enjoy private balconies many take advantage of one of the most spectacular coastal views in the South West.

A friendly and relaxed holiday base the park offers a range of facilities for all the family from a fabulous indoor heated pool to a PADI diving school for the more adventurous. Children will love the fun of Treetops Grove together with a fantastic adventure playground and much more. In the evening you can dine alfresco on the terrace or enjoy a delicious meal in the restaurant before sitting back to savour the family entertainment in the club.

• Aqua fun time
• Family Clubhouse with light entertainment
• Treetops Tots (under 4s)
• Treetops Grove featuring Maxi (4–10s)
• Reef Bar with plasma TV and decking area
• Breaker's Bistro
• Takeaway
• Wi-Fi access (in designated areas)
• Pitch and Putt
• Activity play area
• Soft play area (under 5s)
• Amusements*
• Crazy golf*
• Adventure playground
• Mini supermarket
• 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

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

Watermouth Lodges, Ilfracombe, Devon

Type: Relax And Explore Weekly price range: £220 - £1072

Self catering accommodation is available at Watermouth Lodges. Nestling in a beautiful 12 acre woodland setting boasting magnificent views overlooking Watermouth Harbour and Castle a warm welcome awaits visitors to this friendly family run park. A perfect base for exploring the glorious 'Golden Coast' Lorna Doone country wild Exmoor and the lively towns of Ilfracombe and Barnstaple.

• Spa pool* and sauna
• Bar with restaurant and takeaway
• Soft play area games room*
• Children's playground
• Zip wire
• Shop
• Launderette*

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152