South West England holiday parks

Ashvale, Paignton, Devon

Type: Lively And Leisurely Weekly price range: £116 - £755

Self catering accommodation is available at Ashvale. Close to the safe sandy beaches and numerous family attractions of Torbay Ashvale offers you a superb base for a fun family holiday. An outdoor heated swimming pool with sun terrace a playground amusement centre and volleyball court are among the activities on site together with an excellent restaurant providing home-cooked food. Once the sun goes down Oceans Show Bar is the place to be for all the family.

Nearby Goodrington Sands is a wonderful beach perfect for families while the Splashdown Water Park promises fun for children of all ages. Paignton Zoo is a must as is the fascinating model village at Babbacombe. Historic Dartmouth the fishing port of Brixham and the wild beauty of Dartmoor are all within easy reach.

• Sun terrace
• Cabaret bar with family entertainment
• Restaurant
• Takeaway
• Adventure playground
• Amusements*
• Shop with off licence
• Launderette*

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Atlantic Reach Country Club, Newquay, Cornwall

Type: Relax And Explore Weekly price range: £178 - £1645

Self catering accommodation is available at Atlantic Reach Country Club. Award winning Atlantic Reach is embedded in countryside and is close to some of the finest beaches in Europe. Just 6 miles from popular Newquay Atlantic Reach offers a unique combination of country ambience stylish living superb sports and leisure facilities and excellent but affordable dining.

At the heart of Atlantic Reach is the new clubhouse indoor pool fitness centre island bar and lounge and blue room restaurant.

If the activities and entertainment are all too much why not escape to the Indigo Spa where you can relax with a variety of treatments.

• Indigo spa with treatment rooms* Jacuzzi* sauna* and steam room*
• 9 hole par 3 pitch and putt*
• Sun terrace
• The Island bar and lounge with activities and family entertainment*
• The Blue Room Restaurant
• Poolside bar
• Moroccan lounge and bar
• Teen Den with amusements*
• Children's outdoor play area
• Bouncy castle and trampolines
• Wi-Fi access

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.

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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

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

Bideford Bay, Bideford, Devon

Type: Fun And Laughter Weekly price range: £176 - £909

Self catering accommodation is available at Bideford Bay. Beautifully situated on a wooded hillside affording superb views out to sea Bideford Bay centres around the old Manor House at its heart and makes a perfect base for exploring this wonderful corner of Devon.

There's something for everyone on the park from indoor and outdoor swimming pools crazy golf to the challenge of a mini assault course. Children will love the fun activities provided by their own club while teenagers have the chance to learn new skills and meet new friends.

In the evening the Manor House Showbar entertains the whole family with cabaret dancing and exciting shows.

A wealth of visitor attractions await in the surrounding area with the picturesque fishing village of Clovelly nearby dramatic Hartland Point and famous Westward Ho! a little further along the coast.

Theme parks gardens museums and a host of walking and riding opportunities are all within easy reach.

• Family entertainment
• Manor House Showbar
• Children's clubs for 5–11s and 12–16+
• Restaurant
• Takeaway
• Soft play area
• Amusements*
• Wi-Fi*
• Children's adventure playground
• Crazy golf*
• Shop
• 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

Dartmoor Edge Lodges, Exeter, Devon

Type: Relax And Explore Weekly price range: £328 - £828

Self catering accommodation is available at Dartmoor Edge Lodges. Set along the fairways of the prestigious Fingle Glen golf course these Scandinavian lodges afford stunning views across rolling Devonshire countryside.

Each lodge boasts spacious living areas featuring pitched cathedral-style ceilings tasteful furnishings and a contemporary luxurious finish. Some lodges have private outdoor hot tubs making this perfect for the ultimate romantic break!

Situated on the edge of Dartmoor National Park this is an excellent base for exploring the numerous treasures awaiting in the coast and countryside of Devon – the popular south coast and lively seaside resorts are within just 30 minutes' drive. The contrasting wild beauty of Dartmoor and quieter north coast are also both easily accessible.

• Bar and restaurant

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

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