South West England holiday parks

Gwel an Mor, Portreath, Cornwall

Type: Relax And Explore Weekly price range: £399 - £2499

Self catering accommodation is available at Gwel an Mor. Gwel an Mor whose Cornish name means 'view of the sea' is set in a stunning location perched on a hilltop overlooking the ocean and just a short walk from the beach. Voted one of the top ten coastal holidays by the Guardian in 2008.

Close to the fishing village of Portreath this stylish holiday village holds the < >David Bellamy Gold Award for Conservation and is the perfect place for a family holiday or romantic break. The club house includes an indoor heated swimming pool together with jacuzzi steam room and sauna. Why not spoil yourself with a relaxing treatment in the beauty therapy suite or a meal in the superb restaurant. Outside you can enjoy the putting green or a game of croquet.

Gwel an Mor are proud to announce they have been awarded the 2009 Cornwall Tourism Gold award for Self Catering Lodges and outstanding customer service.

There's plenty to see and do in the area too. Whether you prefer surfing or building sandcastles or simply admiring the breathtaking views from the coastal path Gwel an Mor is a great place to relax and unwind.

• Sauna and Jacuzzi
• Beauty Therapy Suite*
• Putting green
• Bar
• Restaurant
• Children's play area
• Wildlife Conservation Centre

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Chesil, Weymouth, Dorset

Type: Relax And Explore Weekly price range: £175 - £1045

Self catering accommodation is available at Chesil. Commanding spectacular views overlooking the Fleet Lagoon to Chesil Bank and the Portland Peninsula beyond Chesil offers the perfect location for a wonderful holiday.

A family park with a warm and friendly atmosphere also offering great facilities. Children have their own safe play area whilst the indoor pool is just perfect for family fun. Add this to the new look and action packed entertainment programme and you have the recipe for the perfect family holiday.

A wealth of things to see and do await you in this beautiful area with the centre of Weymouth just 3 miles away. After all nowhere does seaside like Weymouth. This fantastic Georgian seaside resort boasts a beautiful sandy beach and safe bathing waters. The picturesque Old Harbour offers a wealth of dining and entertainment options with freshly caught seafood a speciality.

Chesil is within easy reach of great attractions and days out such as the Sealife Centre Abbotsbury Swannery and Monkey World. The park is well served by buses.

• Sauna/Solarium*
• Clubroom and bar with nightly entertainment
• Soft play area for under 5s
• Takeaway
• Children's outdoor play area
• Wi-Fi access*
• Shop
• 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

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

Broadway House, Cheddar, Somerset

Type: Relax And Explore Weekly price range: £128 - £1199

Self catering accommodation is available at Broadway House. This David Bellamy Gold Award for Conservation park is set in the heart of Somerset sheltered by the Mendip Hills one mile from Cheddar Gorge.

Archery shooting abseiling canoeing and caving are available.

• Bar and restaurant family room and entertainment
• Adventure playground
• Crazy golf*
• Shop
• Launderette*

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Whipcott Water, Holcombe Rogus, Somerset

Type: Peace And Quiet Weekly price range: £357 - £935

Self catering accommodation is available at Whipcott Water. Whipcott Water is part of our Autograph Lodge Holiday collection. Commanding an idyllic setting on the Devonshire/Somerset border this small group of contemporary cottage style lodges is perfect for romantic hideaways and relaxing family breaks. Conveniently located just a short 10 minute drive from the M5 these rural retreats are ideally placed for exploring the many delights of this stunning area. You'll find picture postcard villages and the outstanding natural beauty of Exmoor and Dartmoor impressive Cheddar Gorge Caves and the superb clean sandy beaches of North and South Devon all within easy reach.

For something more restful relax in your own private garden or patio with its outdoor hot tub or call into the local pub where you'll find a warm welcome as well as superb food and drink. A country lane separates these lodges from the Grand Western Canal Country Park and a footpath provides easy access to the towpath from where you can enjoy walks cycle rides (hire available*) and fishing (rod hire and tuition available*).

In-lodge therapies are also available to help you de-stress in the comfort of your own lodge.

*Charges apply.

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

Beverley Park, Paignton, Devon

Type: Lively And Leisurely Weekly price range: £389 - £1461

Self catering accommodation is available at Beverley Park. Enjoying stunning views over the nearby coast Beverley Park unites excellent facilities with something for everyone. Ideal for a family holiday taken at your own pace.

One of a complex of three award-winning parks Beverley boasts a superb outdoor swimming pool waterfront café paddling pool and a superb children's creative play room among an array of relaxing or fun-packed activites.

• Sauna* steam room* Therapy room*
• Starlight Cabaret Bar with entertainment
• Restaurant Cafe and takeaway
• Children's play room* soft play area* and outdoor playground
• Wi-Fi Access*
• Crazy golf*
• Shop with off licence
• Launderette*

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Looe Bay, Looe, Cornwall

Type: Fun And Laughter Weekly price range: £156 - £909

Self catering accommodation is available at Looe Bay. Ideally situated amidst picturesque fishing villages idyllic beaches and beautiful countryside Looe Bay offers a friendly scenic base to explore the many attractions of south-east Cornwall. Perfect for either a short break or a family holiday to remember.

There's something to suit everyone at Looe Bay. From splashing around in the heated indoor pool to challenging the family to a game of tennis. Kids of all ages are well catered for with fun and games provided by their own clubs.

Once the sun goes down relax into the evening with a quiet drink with friends before sitting back to enjoy the fantastic tribute shows and award-winning entertainment.

• Solarium*
• Mini 10 pin bowlingo*
• Outdoor sun terrace
• The Venue with award winning live entertainment
• Tot Stars (under 4s)
• Star Landers with Sid and Lizzie (4–10s)
• Freestyle club (10–15s)
• Polperro Bar Grill and Carvery
• Costa Coffee
• Adventure playground
• Crazy Caves indoor play area
• Amusements*
• Internet station and Wi-Fi access (in designated areas)
• Big Munch takeaway
• Crazy Golf
• Big screen satellite TV
• Film screenings
• Little Lending Library for pre-schoolers
• Dog walking area
• Convenience store and off licence
• Launderette*

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

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