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Welcome to our Discover More guide, your ultimate resource for making the most of your next Parkdean Resorts holiday. Explore everything from thrilling on-park activities and entertainment to mouth-watering dining options. Be sure to visit our blog, packed with thousands of recommendations for family adventures and must-see attractions near our holiday parks. Start planning unforgettable memories today!

Activities & Entertainment

Activities & entertainment on park

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Activities

Discover our exciting on park activities

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Entertainment

Explore our range of fabulous family entertainment

Bear Grylls Survival Academy

Give the kids a chance to explore the great outdoors and teach them how to survive in the wild!

Facilities & Dining

Facilities & dining on park

Tasty burgers and chips served up at Parkdean Resorts' restaurants

Food & drinks

Explore our delicious range of on park dining options

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Swimming pools

Explore our parks with indoor and outdoor swimming pools

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Wi-Fi

Stay connected on holliday with Park Connect Wi-Fi

Travel Guides

Local recommendations & travel guides

Beaches

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UK's best beachside holiday parks

We've hand-picked some of our favourite beachside holiday parks for your next break by the sea...

BEST BEACHSIDE HOLIDAY PARKS

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Cornwall's quietest beaches

We've uncovered some of the best hidden gem beaches in Cornwall, away from the crowds...

CORNWALL'S QUIETEST BEACHES

A beach in the UK compared with a beach abroad

The UK's Best Beaches for Spring Sun

Top spring hot spots and home vs abroad dupes!

UK'S BEST BEACHES FOR SPRING

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The UK's biggest beaches

Discover Britain's 10 longest beaches to add to your bucket list...

UK'S BIGGEST BEACHES

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The Most Relaxing UK Beaches

Sun, sea and therapy - explore the UK's most therapeutic sea sides

MOST RELAXING UK BEACHES

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The Best Beaches in Porthcawl

Our top beaches near Trecco Bay in South Wales

BEST BEACHES IN PORTHCAWL

Discover Poole's Beaches

Our top picks for beaches in Poole, Dorset

BEST BEACHES IN POOLE

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UK coastal breaks for couples

Sun, sea and your significant other. Discover Britain's best romantic coastal holidays...

UK COASTAL BREAKS FOR COUPLES

The UK's warmest beaches in autumn

Where to enjoy the last of the sunshine...

UK'S WARMEST BEACHES

Sun's out, tum's out

The UK's heatwave habits revealed...

UK'S HEATWAVE HABITS

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The Best UK Beaches for Stargazing

Top romantic stargazing spots revealed

BEST UK BEACHES FOR STARGAZING

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Which UK Beaches Have the Least Rainfall?

Planning a last-minute UK holiday? We discover which UK beaches get the least rainfall...

UK BEACHES WITH THE LOWEST RAINFALL

The Best UK Beaches to Visit in Winter

Wrap up warm and head to the coast for a brisk winter walk

BEST UK BEACHES TO VISIT IN WINTER

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The Top 10 Beaches in the UK

Explore our guide to the top 10 beaches in the UK, from family-friendly sandy beaches to...

TOP 10 BEACHES IN THE UK

The Isle of Wight's Best Beaches

The Isle of Wight has long been famous for its beautiful sandy beaches, so we've put...

BEST BEACHES ON THE ISLE OF WIGHT

Clear blue waters at Durdle Door in Dorset

The UK Beaches with Tropical Sand Tone Siblings

We’ve discovered where in the world has the same sand tones as popular UK beaches to help...

UK BEACHES THAT LOOK LIKE THE TROPICS

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Days out

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Top places to go fruit picking in the UK

Find out what's in season and plan a family day at a PYO fruit farm this spring/summer...

THE BEST PYO FRUIT FARMS

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Easter activities & days out

Looking for some Easter inspiration for a family day out? Check out some of our top recommendations for things to do...

EASTER ACTIVITIES & DAYS OUT

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Things to do in Essex this Easter

From Easter egg hunts to parks in bloom from spring, check out our top picks for Easter in Essex...

THINGS TO DO IN ESSEX THIS EASTER

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Britain's best waterslides

Explore the best water park holidays with our list of our favourite UK water parks. Enjoy...

THE UK'S BEST WATERSLIDES

Things to do in February half-term

Start the year off right by planning a family day out for February half-term. Check out our top picks for inspiration...

THINGS TO DO IN FEBRUARY HALF TERM

Free & cheap days out for couples

Here are the best free and cheap days out for couples in the UK. Discover fun and romantic...

FREE & CHEAP COUPLES DAYS OUT

Unique places to go shopping in Cornwall

We’ve pulled together this guide to the best unique and independent shops in Cornwall...

BEST SHOPPING IN CORNWALL

The UK's most scenic bus journeys

Discover the UK's most spectacular bus journeys - from Scotland to the Isle of Wight...

UK'S MOST SCENIC BUS JOURNEYS

Cheap days out in Dorset

Explore our top recommendations for budget friendly and free days out in Dorset...

CHEAP DAYS OUT IN DORSET

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Best free & cheap thigs to do in Cornwall in the rain

Looking for things to do in Cornwall when it’s raining? Read our ultimate guide on how to...

RAINY DAY ACTIVITIES IN CORNWALL

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Free & cheap days out for the family

Keep the family entertained on a budget, with our top suggestions for free & affordable days out...

FREE FAMILY DAYS OUT

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Free & cheap things to do in Cornwall

We've hand picked some of our favourite budget friendly days out in Cornwall for your next break...

FREE THINGS TO DO IN CORNWALL

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Lake District walking holidays guide

Check out our ultimate guide to walking holidays in the Lake District on a budget...

WALKING HOLIDAYS IN THE LAKE DISTRICT

Pumpkin picking guide

Grab your Uggs and spiced latte and discover the best pumpkin patches in the UK this autumn...

PUMPKIN PICKING GUIDE

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Britain's best dinosaur attractions

From Combe Martin to Dinosaur Isle, we've put together a guide of the best dinosaur...

DINOSAUR ATTRACTIONS IN THE UK

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Magical days out on a budget

From the Lost Gardens of Heligan to The World of Beatrix Potter, the UK is packed full of...

MAGICAL DAYS OUT

Top rainy day attractions

Britain has thousands of fabulous indoor attractions for you and the kids to enjoy on a...

ATTRACTIONS PERFECT FOR RAINY DAYS

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Discover

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The best lodges in the UK

We uncover the best lodges in the UK, featuring our top-rated parks....

BEST LODGES IN THE UK

Our top 5 holiday parks for kids

With over 60 UK holiday parks, there's so much fun to be had for toddlers and pre-school...

TOP HOLIDAY PARKS FOR KIDS

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The best holiday parks in the UK

We've pulled together a list of some of our favourite holiday parks, loved by our customers...

THE BEST HOLIDAY PARKS IN THE UK

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The best parks for family activity holidays

Get inspired with our favorite activities and holiday parks for an action-packed family holiday...

BEST HOLIDAY PARKS FOR FAMILY ACTIVITIES

Unusual UK holiday activities

Break away from the norm and get inspired with our suggestions for unusual days out on your next holiday...

UNUSUAL FAMILY HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES

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Best UK weekend breaks for couples

Get inspired for a romantic break, with our top couples destinations within a 2 hour drive of the city...

BEST UK WEEKEND BREAKS FOR COUPLES

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Things to consider when budgeting for a UK holiday

Check out our top tips and considerations when planning a UK break on a budget...

BUDGETING FOR A UK HOLIDAY

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What months are best to visit the UK?

Discover the best times of year to explore Britain throughout the seasons...

BEST MONTHS TO VISIT THE UK

Photography holidays

Get inspired to capture some of Britain's most spectacular landscapes on your next break...

BEST PLACES IN THE UK FOR A PHOTOGRAPHY HOLIDAY

Family cycling holidays

Get active and try something new with a family cycling holiday. It's the perfect way to explore...

FAMILY CYCLING HOLIDAYS

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Solo walking holidays

Get inspired for some me time by planning a solo walking holiday in the UK...

SOLO WALKING HOLIDAYS IN THE UK

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UK holidays for over 60s

Whether you're retired or working full time, we all need an escape to relax and unwind...

UK HOLIDAYS FOR OVER 60S

Explore group holiday cottages

Planning a big trip? Check out our holiday cottages perfect for groups of family and friends...

GROUP HOLIDAY COTTAGES

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Girls' weekend away ideas

Find some inspiration for your next girls' trip with our guide to weekends away...

GIRLS' WEEKEND BREAK IDEAS IN THE UK

12 of the most Haunted Places in England

Feeling brave? Discover England's 12 most haunted places to visit...

MOST HAUNTED PLACES IN ENGLAND

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How to find a cheap last minute holiday in the UK

We’ve pulled together some of our very best tips and tricks for finding a bargain break...

HOW TO FIND A CHEAP LAST MINUTE UK HOLIDAY

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Big Screen Vacations

We've figured out just how much it would cost you to recreate your favourite characters' biggest adventures

VACATIONS FROM THE BIG SCREEN

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The Fish & Chips Index

We discover where in the UK you can get your hands on the best fish and chips ahead of...

THE BEST FISH & CHIPS IN THE UK

Travelling with kids this summer

Planning to go away this summer? Here’s everything you need to know to keep your kids...

TIPS FOR TRAVELLING WITH KIDS

Scents of the Sea

Bring the unforgettable scents of the Great British seaside into your home. From the...

SCENTS OF THE SEA

The Best UK Sunsets

We’ve dived into Instagram hashtags to discover where people are spotting sunsets more...

THE BEST SUNSETS IN THE UK

UK's Best Michelin Recommended Restaurants

We discover where in the UK has the best Michelin restaurants, and which ones won’t break...

FINE DINING HOTSPOTS IN THE UK

Pie's the Limit!

Here at Parkdean Resorts, we conducted a nationwide survey to find out the nation’s...

BRITAIN'S FAVOURITE PIES

Parkdean Resorts Official Caravan Emoji Campaign

We Need a Caravan Emoji!

Join us in our plea to have a caravan emoji added to the official in this fun campaign to...

CAMPAIGN FOR A CARAVAN EMOJI

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Nature

Ecotourism holidays

Get inspired with activities that are good for you and good for the planet...

ECOTOURISM UK HOLIDAYS

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The UK's Rarest Wildlife

We reveal Britain's rarest wildlife and share our top conservation tips that you can follow at home...

THE UK'S RAREST WILDLIFE

The Grand Bugapest Hotel

Britain's bugs and insects are vital to our habitats, that's why we've created the world's...

THE GRAND BUGAPEST HOTEL

A World Without Bees

We look at the UK’s top beauty spots and reveal what they might look like in a world...

A WORLD WITHOUT BEES

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5 Ways to Make Your Family Holiday Eco-Friendly

Think that making your family holiday more “eco-friendly” seems like a lot of work? We're...

ECO-FRIENDLY HOLIDAY TIPS

4 Forests You Need to Visit

Britain is home to some of the most beautiful forests and woodlands in the world. Take a...

MUST VISIT FORESTS

Amazing Stargazing Spots in the UK

Discover some of the UK’s best stargazing locations, from the far reaches of Scotland to...

THE UK'S BEST STARGAZING SPOTS

Natural Phenomena around the UK

From the northern lights to waters that turn objects into stone, explore some of the UK’s...

NATURAL PHENOMENA IN THE UK

Scotland’s Finest Stargazing Spots

Scotland boasts some of the darkest skies in the UK. Here are some of the best stargazing...

SCOTLAND'S BEST STARGAZING SPOTS

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Dog friendly days out

Top dog friendly beaches in Cornwall

Here’s your guide to Cornwall’s top dog friendly beaches, welcoming dogs year-round with...

CORNWALL'S MOST DOG FRIENDLY BEACHES

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Do dogs actually like holidays?

We've consulted with dog expert Graeme Hall to find out the benefits of taking your dog on holiday...

DOGS NEED A HOLIDAY TOO

Discover your dog’s dream holiday

Not sure where to take your dog on holiday this year? Find out where they'd love to go...

DREAM DESTINATIONS FOR DOGS

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Our top 5 dog friendly caravan parks

With all 66 of our UK holiday parks offering pet friendly accommodation, you don't need to...

TOP DOG FRIENDLY CARAVAN PARKS

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Britain's best dog friendly beaches

Explore our top picks for Britain's best dog friendly beaches, from Scotland to Dorset...

BEST DOG FRIENDLY BEACHES UK

Top 10 cutest dogs to visit Parkdean Resorts

It’s practically impossible pick favourites from of all the adorable dogs we meet on park....

CUTEST CANINES

Dog friendly days out in Scotland

Check out our top tips for dog friendly things to do and places to visit in and around Scotland...

DOG FRIENDLY DAYS OUT IN SCOTLAND

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Places

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10 Instagram-worthy autumn walks

Add these wanderlust-worthy destinations to your autumn bucket list...

INSTAGRAMMABLE AUTUMN WALKS

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Wales’ Best Spots for an Easter Break

‘Croseo’ to our guide to the best Wales has to offer for an unforgettable Easter break....

PLACES TO VISIT IN WALES DURING EASTER

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Luxury family holidays in the UK

Fancy treating yourself? Explore our most luxurious accommodation and locations to get inspired...

LUXURY FAMILY HOLIDAYS WITH PARKDEAN

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Britain's most romantic walks

We’ve put together a guide to some of the UK’s most romantic walking spots - where you can...

BRITAIN'S MOST ROMANTIC WALKS

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Solo holidays in the UK

Get some destination inspiration for a solo break and enjoy some me-time...

UK SOLO HOLIDAYS GUIDE

Buying a holiday home in Cornwall

Thinking of buying a holiday home of your own? Check out our guide to Cornwall's best towns...

BUYING A STATIC CARAVAN IN CORNWALL

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The UK's Spookiest Places

Looking for a fright this Halloween? We’ve handpicked the spookiest places across the UK to spend Halloween

THE UK'S SPOOKIEST PLACES TO VIST

Best Restaurants in Bowness

We’ve picked out the best restaurants in Bowness for you to enjoy during your weekend...

THE BEST RESTAURANTS IN WINDERMERE

TV and Film Locations in the UK

Step into the scene during your UK holiday, and discover some of the most iconic TV and...

TV & FILM LOCATIONS IN THE UK

The Best Restaurants in Great Yarmouth

Are you planning to visit Great Yarmouth and aren’t sure where to eat? We’ve put together...

THE BEST RESTAURANTS IN GREAT YARMOUTH

The 12 Best Places to Stay in Cornwall

Discover where to stay in Cornwall by reading our handy guide to some of the best towns...

THE BEST PLACES TO STAY IN CORNWALL

Best Restaurants Newquay

You’ve got your holiday in Newquay booked, now it’s time to plan where you’ll eat while...

THE BEST RESTAURANTS IN NEWQUAY

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The 8 Best Walks in Devon

One of the top regions in the UK for walking holidays, we’ve selected some of the very...

THE BEST WALKS IN DEVON

Explore Cornwall’s Mysterious Caves

Explore our guide to Cornwall's hidden sea caves to plan a unique experience on your next...

CORNWALL CAVES TO VISIT

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