17 Jul 2018
Survive summer on an action-packed break with Parkdean Resorts
PARENTS seeking ways to entertain children as the school holidays approach can be sure to beat the boredom during an adventure-filled summer break with Parkdean Resorts.
The UK is set for a long spell of sunny, dry weather and high temperatures for the next three months according to recent forecasts*, meaning there's never been a better time to holiday close to home.
Families planning to make the most of the sunnier climes can choose from over 70 Parkdean Resorts' holiday parks; the perfect playgrounds for mini adventurers.
To take the pressure off, Parkdean Resorts has lined up a season of fun activities across its parks for youngsters and families alike, encouraging more time to be spent out in the open. This includes the launch of a brand new programme called Outdoor 'n' Explore**, which arms budding explorers with survival skills to give Bear Grylls a run for his money.
John Waterworth, chief executive at Parkdean Resorts said: “The school holidays are a chance for families to bond, as well as experience new things together for the first time. However, we know entertaining children for six weeks isn't an easy task, which is why we have a huge selection of activities which both kids and 'big kids' will love getting stuck into this summer.
“At our parks, parents are able unleash their mini adventurers to take on anything from archery to water walkers, and can also enjoy participating as a family. We've introduced even more activities this season so that our holidaymakers are spoilt for choice when it comes to making the most of time off school – alleviating any potential boredom and most importantly, creating amazing memories.”
Be entertained
Fun-packed holidays are the ones which children remember, and fun comes in abundance at the parks' kids' clubs which are free to attend.
Star Tots captures the imagination of 0-4 year olds with songs, stories and silly games, Star Landers offers immersive adventures for 5-10 year olds and Unleashed hosts boredom-busting activities for teens.
There's also special evening events with Parkdean Resorts' popular mascots the Starland Krew including Madness & Mayhem and Krew Chaos.
Get competitive
Burn off some energy trying out new sports as well as some favourites as part of the parks' professionally designed programme All Together Active, delivered by accomplished instructors – there is something for all ages to join in and learn new skills, including parents.
Whether it's hitting a bull's eye in archery, ducking and diving during a game of dodgeball, making a winning move in a fencing duel, polishing up on football skills or being part of a team playing rounders and cricket, there are plenty of opportunities to get active.
For a spot of healthy competition between family members, take on the crazy golf course, race peddle karts or see who has the most luck in the amusement arcade.
If the kids still have energy left, there's also outdoor adventure play areas and indoor soft play zones.
Go for a dip
Take the adventure underwater with a swim in indoor and outdoor pools. Whoosh down the waterslide, dodge the water chutes and ride the waves*** – there are toddlers' areas too so all ages can splash around.
Additional pool activities include kayaking, water walkers and zorbing. Some parks also have wet play areas complete with water cannons, fountains and jets.
See stars
Big name acts are on the bill at selected parks across the UK this summer including TV, dance and music talent.
The all-star line-up which families can see at no extra cost features reality star and 2018 Dancing on Ice winner Jake Quickenden, 90s boy band East 17, pop group Liberty X, singer and 2016 X Factor winner Matt Terry, funny man Paul Zerdin and children's puppets Sooty & Co.
Also on the bill at the parks' showbars are music and show productions performed by the talented Parkdean Resorts Troupers. This summer's performances include Class of Noughties singalong, Pulse futuristic illusion show and Soulstation soul music playlist.
Explore and learn
A brand new programme has launched this year enabling mini adventurers to get hands-on with nature. Open to keen adult explorers too, there's a whole new world of things to discover with Outdoor 'n' Explore.
Explorer-led activities include animal tracking, trekking nature trails, bird box making and nature collage. Additionally, families can get to grips with survival skills during a Survival School session, from shelter building to fire lighting.
The exciting programme is currently available at Ruda in Devon, White Cross Bay in the Lake District, and Sandford and Warmwell in Dorset.
Summer late deals:
Ruda Holiday Park, Devon
Arriving Friday 20 July for seven nights, staying in a Torrington caravan which sleeps four to six, priced at £809.
California Cliffs Holiday Park, Norfolk
Arriving Friday 20 July for three nights, staying in a Roker caravan which sleeps four, priced at £229.
Mullion Holiday Park, Cornwall
Arriving Monday 23 July for seven nights, staying in a Sithney caravan which sleeps three, priced at £689.
Warmwell Holiday Park, Dorset
Arriving Friday 27 July for three nights, staying in a Wareham 1 lodge which sleeps four, priced at £409.
Camber Sands Holiday Park, Sussex
Arriving Friday 10 August for seven nights, staying in an Ebony caravan which sleeps six to eight, priced at £699.
Camarthen Bay Holiday Park, Wales
Arriving Friday 10 August for three nights, staying in a St Brides caravan which sleeps four to six, priced at £269.
Southerness Holiday Park, Scotland
Arriving Monday 27 August for three nights, staying in a Dee caravan which sleeps six to eight, priced at £269.
Booking is subject to availability. To book and for further information visit www.parkdeanresorts.co.uk or call 0330 123 4850.
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**Available at Ruda in Devon, White Cross Bay in the Lake District, and Sandford and Warmwell in Dorset
***Facilities vary by park
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Notes to editors:
Parkdean Resorts is the largest holiday park operator in the UK with over 70 parks, following the merger of Parkdean Holidays and Park Resorts in 2015.
Holidaymakers have an unrivalled choice from one operator of holidays and short breaks across the UK in Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, East Anglia and Lincolnshire, Essex, Hampshire, Isle of Wight, Kent and Sussex, Lake District, Lancashire, Northumberland and County Durham, Yorkshire, Scotland and Wales.
A varied range of accommodation options are available on a break with Parkdean Resorts, including caravans, lodges and glamping, as well as taking a touring or camping pitch. There's also the option to own a caravan or lodge holiday home at 67 of the parks, meaning holidays can be enjoyed more frequently.
For the second consecutive year, Parkdean Resorts was named Best UK Family Holiday Parks Operator and Best Camping & Mobile Holiday Company at the British Travel Awards in 2017, and Best Holiday Park at The Group Leisure & Travel Awards in October 2017.
