Top 7 Holiday Parks near the Sea
2020 is all about the Staycation! When the time comes to plan a trip, you want to make sure you have chosen the perfect place to stay. Holiday parks are the ideal getaway with a wide array of options of places to go and amenities available.
With this being said, it is no surprise that more and more families are choosing holiday parks to enjoy their special time off. Take a look at these 7 coastal holidays parks near the sea and find the one for you!
#1 Hemsby Beach Holiday Park in Hemsby, Great Yarmouth
Located just 350 yards from the famous Hemsby beach, this holiday park is a dream. With direct access to miles and miles of sandy beaches, you will be sure to enjoy your days in the sun. This area is also filled with fun shops and cafes as well as theme parks worth checking out! The park is also close to the historic city of Norwich which makes for the perfect day trip.
Hemsby Beach Holiday Park has an extensive and fun-filled list of amenities available. From hot tubs to a Yacht Club Bar to their state of the art Show Bar, you will surely not be bored. The park is also very child-friendly and offers a play area, amusement arcade, mini-bowling and a children’s club. For more active individuals, activities like archery, zorbing, crazy golf and climbing walls are available.
There are quite a few different room types to accommodate families or groups of all different sizes. Some are even pet-friendly! From bungalows to caravans to chalets to apartments, there is no shortage of options. The Gold 2 Plus Caravan Spa is a luxurious option which offers two bedrooms, a large lounge, kitchen and dining area along with a decking area and private outdoor hot tub.
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#2 Thornwick Bay in Flamborough
This lovely holiday park is located on a cliff top in the Flamborough Cliffs nature reserve. The cliff overlooks seemingly endless miles of blue sea and offers the most scenic of views. The area is filled with coastal walks and wildlife. You can also explore the nearby town of Bridlington or the famous seaside town of Scarborough which is a short 30 minute drive away.
Thornwick Bay certainly knows how to keep you busy with the endless amenities available. This holiday park boasts water slides in the indoor heated pool, Aqua Inflatables, segway rides and an activity barn. Between this, an arcade, mini sports, and the indoor play area, this park is the perfect retreat for families with little ones. The Thornwick Bay Entertainment Cast also puts on nightly productions for guests with fun and unique performances you can go to after dinner at the onsite bar and restaurant.
At Thornwick Bay you can stay in caravans that sleep four, six, or even eight people. The Thornwick Prestige 3 is a great option that can fit up to eight people and has a nice lounge and dining room as well as a spacious kitchen.
#3 Devon Cliffs Holiday Park in Exmouth, South Devon
Devon Cliffs is located on a steep and beautiful hillside overlooking Sandy Bay and an exquisite beach. The towns of Exmouth and Exeter are nearby and worth exploring. There are also two theme parks in extremely close proximity to this holiday park called Woodlands Family Theme Park and Crealy Adventure park. The Devon Cliffs area was given the David Bellamy Gold Award for Conservation.
When staying at Devon Cliffs Holiday Park you will definitely want to try out ocean activities such as paddle boarding, surfing and sea kayaking. The park also offers an outdoor heated pool, childrens play area, bowling, biking, golf, segways and so much more. Along with the bar and restaurant, there are also other food options such as Burger King, Papa John’s Pizza, Millie’s Cookies, Starbucks and Cook’s Fish and Chips. You will certainly not have to worry about running out of food or things to at this holiday park.
Caravans offered at Devon Cliffs accommodate groups of four, six or eight and many are pet friendly. Rooms such as the Devon Cliffs Deluxe 2 have two bedrooms, a lovely medium-sized lounge, allow up to two pets and can house up to six people.
#4 Greenacres Holiday Park in Porthmadog, North Wales
Located on a flat coastal plain in between Black Rock Sands and Snowdonia, Greenacres Holiday Park is in the perfect location. Within a few steps you can be on either a golden beach, a nature reserve or on a scenic walk through Snowdonia National Park’s picturesque mountains. Tremadog Bay is right around the corner and you have direct access to Blue Flag beach.
Greenacres Holiday Park offers both an indoor and outdoor pool that appeals to individuals of all ages. There is also a play area, an outdoor SplashZone, and optional activities such as bowling, golf, biking, and archery or football coaching. For dining and entertainment, there is a venue with nighttime shows, a bar, an onsite restaurant and a cafe.
The caravans at this holiday park are beachy-themed and have a warm and welcoming feel. Standard rooms such as the Greenacres Standard 3 room allow pets, have three bedrooms, a cozy lounge and can accommodate up to six people.
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#5 Chesil Vista Holiday Park in Weymouth, Dorset
Chesil Vista Holiday Park has an outstanding coastal location with panoramic sea views and provides the perfect outlook over Portland and the Fleet. Weymouth town centre is very close by and has a plethora of beaches, shops, bars and restaurants to try out. Explore Chesil beach or even the National Sailing academy which is also right next door.
Chesil Vista has an indoor heated pool, an indoor and outdoor gym, and sports pitches. There is also an on park restaurant called Breeze Bar and Grill which serves delicious local produce. At nights you can sit at the outdoor sun terrace and enjoy the sea breeze or explore the clubroom and bar which has nightly evening entertainment. While there are options for families with children such as the indoor and outdoor play area, couples can also come here by themselves and enjoy all the other amenities available.
You can stay at either an apartment or in a caravan when booking at this holiday park. The Chesil View Apartment is a beautiful two-bedroom apartment that can sleep up to four people. It has a nice lounge, dining area and kitchen as well as a shared balcony that overlooks the beach.
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#6 Auchenlarie in Gatehouse of Fleet, Kirkcudbrightshire
This beautiful holiday park is located on the stunning coastline of Dumfries and Galloway and has direct access to the beach. The secluded beach overlooks the exquisite Wigtown Bay and Auchenlarie is very close to Galloway Hills. Scenic views are sure to follow you on this trip.
Auchenlarie offers an indoor and outdoor play areas for kids as well as a childrens club and sectioned off area of the pool. The indoor pool is heated and when adults are not swimming or exploring, they can indulge in the sauna, solarium, gym or aromatherapy massage room. There is a bistro as well as three different bars also onsite. This holiday park has family entertainment but could also be the perfect getaway for just adults.
You can choose from caravans with a more modern feel or indulge in caravans such as the Auchenlarie Luxury 2. This beautiful caravan can fit up to six people and has two bedrooms, a big living room, a washing machine, an outdoor deck and an outdoor hot tub. You can also stay in a unique and open-plan pod.
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#7 Quay West in New Quay, Cardiganshire, Mid Wales
Quay West Holiday Park is located on a beautiful and steep cliff-top which provides surreal views over Cardigan Bay. Take a quick woodland walk down to the sandy beach or stay up top and enjoy looking out at miles of ocean scenery provided from the nearby harbour and the Irish sea. The park is just a short mile from New Quay.
Quay West is a fun-filled park with amenities such as an indoor and outdoor pool, a kid’s club, bowling, mini golf, waterslides, tennis courts, an arcade, bungee trampolining and more. There is a bar and restaurant available onsite as well as a Papa John’s Pizza and fun nighttime entertainment venues for all guests to relax and enjoy.
There are many accommodations available with caravans that can fit smaller or larger families as well as pets. There are also beautifully newly renovated caravans such as the Quay West Deluxe 3 which can host up to eight people and has a very open and welcoming feel within the medium sized lounging room, kitchen and three bedrooms.
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Final thoughts on best coastal holiday parks by the sea…
Now that you have seen the top 7 holiday parks near the sea, it is time to decide which is right for you. All of these holiday parks are fantastic options and definitely worth looking into before booking your next adventure! With a wide range of accommodation options there is plenty to explore from seaside holiday homes to luxury coastal lodges. Families with young children will especially love this type of holiday where the kids can run off plenty of energy on the beach, swim, paddle and build sandcastles. That’s what seaside holidays are for right?
Holiday parks near the sea are also fantastic for pet friendly holidays, check out which beaches local to the park are dog friendly and you won’t have to leave any of the family behind. Ready, steady, staycation!