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

Leonards Cove, Dartmouth, Devon

Type: Peace And Quiet Weekly price range: £195 - £874

Self catering accommodation is available at Leonards Cove. Enjoying a magnificent clifftop setting overlooking the spectacular South Devon coastline and Start Bay this family run holiday park occupies 20 acres in a designated area of outstanding natural beauty. A peaceful and tranquil holiday base providing comfortable accommodation all year.

Stoke Fleming has a shop traditional country pub and an excellent licensed restaurant. Leonards Cove stands just ½ a mile from Blackpool Sands one of Devon's most famous and unspoilt coves offering swimming sailing watersports fishing and family attractions.

A championship golf course is just 3 miles away. Bird watching at famous Slapton Sands right on the Devon coastal path where a narrow sand and shingle beach separates a large freshwater lake from the sea is 4 miles. A launderette is also available.

Historic Dartmouth 2 miles away has shops restaurants river cruises and a nearby car ferry to popular Torbay Torquay Paignton and Brixham. The rolling moorland and rugged tors of Dartmoor are a 30 minute drive.

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

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

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

Otter Falls, Honiton, Devon

Type: Relax And Explore Weekly price range: £168 - £1935

Self catering accommodation is available at Otter Falls. Nestling deep in the beautiful Devon countryside Otter Falls is set in 120 acres of the unspoilt Otter Valley – a rural idyll of sparkling lakes leafy woods and beautiful rolling countryside abundant with wildlife. For those seeking a select collection of high quality accommodation with superb facilities and a peaceful and relaxing location Otter Falls is the perfect choice.

The superb facilities include a magnificent indoor heated swimming pool (with sunbathing terrace) sauna and table tennis. Games room with pool table. You also have an all weather tennis court and a 9 hole putting course for summer use.

Off the beaten track yet within easy reach of sandy beaches and lovely villages of Dartmoor and Exmoor Otter Falls is the perfect base for exploring this wonderful area.

The mild climate and cosy central heating makes this the perfect base for relaxing off season holidays and short breaks too. With the wide range of accommodation available at Otter Falls the bistro offers the perfect setting for out of season family parties (prior arrangement required).

Honiton a mecca for antique hunters with a wide range of shops restaurants pubs and a twice weekly market is only 5 miles away and there is a cosy pub in the village of Upottery a mile away. The elegant Edwardian resort of Sidmouth the delightful fishing village of Beer and romantic Lyme Regis are all under 20 miles.

• Sauna*
• Bar/Bistro
• Games room
• Putting course*
• Small shop
• 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

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

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

Crantock Beach, Newquay, Cornwall

Type: Relax And Explore Weekly price range: £165 - £859

Self catering accommodation is available at Crantock Beach. In a truly enviable location boasting stunning views over one of Cornwall's finest beaches Crantock Beach offers an idyllic holiday base just a few minutes' drive from popular Newquay.

You'll love the peace and informality of this relaxing well run park – proud holders of four stars from the English Tourism Council and the David Bellamy Silver Award for Conservation – while children enjoy crazy golf and adventure play area.

Once evening starts to fall a quiet drink on the patio of the Wavecrest Pub offers the perfect way to make the most of the breathtaking surrounding scenery.

Superbly situated for exploring the beautiful towns quaint fishing villages and outstanding beaches of this glorious area Newquay with its wealth of family attractions is just 3 miles.

• Pool table*
• Nature trail
• Wavecrest Pub and patio area
• Light entertainment and cabaret
• Ocean Diner and takeaway
• Wi-Fi access (in designated areas)
• Amusements*
• Crazy golf*
• Adventure play area
• Dog walking area
• Mini supermarket
• Launderette*

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152