Holidays and breaks with children in the UK
Experience the joy of a Center Parcs holiday with young children as you see everything through their eyes: the majesty of the forest, the delight of new adventures, the fun of exciting activities. With weekends and short breaks in the UK geared specifically for 5 to 12 year olds, your children are guaranteed to have the time of their lives.
Sherwood Forest, Nottinghamshire
Elveden Forest, Suffolk
Woburn Forest, Bedfordshire
Longleat Forest, Wiltshire
Lodges and accommodation for younger children
Our accommodation is designed to be your home away from home. Each accommodation type offers:
- A patio that's perfect for family barbecues
- A log burner for those cosy evenings together
- Bed linen, towels, and kitchenware
- Spacious open-plan layout
Exclusive Lodges boast added amenities like games rooms and hot tubs, while Executive Lodges include a TV in every bedroom for ultimate family entertainment!
What's included with your break
All of our Center Parcs villages have the same key features that make for a perfect short break:
- Up to 400 acres of beautiful forest to explore
- Free entry to the Subtropical Swimming Paradise water park, with rides, slides and splash pools
- A lake and beach to enjoy
- Adventure playgrounds and picturesque picnic areas
Double Kayak Hire
Aerial Adventure
Junior Quads
Archery - Little Outlaws
Falconers Club
Adventure Golf - 18 holes
Caving Adventure
Family Karts
Splash in the Subtropical Swimming Paradise
- Heated to 29.5c all year round
- Children’s water play areas
- Rides and slides
- Tropical Cyclone raft ride
- Wave pools and whirlpools
- Canopy Café serving poolside food and drink
Top tip: hire a Family Cabana for a cosy, peaceful retreat – perfect for naptime!
Child-friendly restaurants
Each restaurant is child-friendly and perfect for families. At most of our dining spots you can expect to find:
- Children’s menus full of tasty and healthy dishes
- Disposable activity packs to keep children occupied at the table
- Food delivery service straight to your lodge
- Play areas at some of our restaurants
Feel revitalised at Aqua Sana Spa
Need some time to recharge? Why not visit Aqua Sana and enjoy a relaxing spa day.
Nestled in the trees of our Center Parcs villages, each of our spas have up to 25 different spa experiences, from wet, to dry, to herbal or meditative, you'll find everything you need to leave feeling relaxed and revitalised.
Top tips for the perfect break
- Book early arrival to beat the queues
- Hire bikes and bike trailers from the Cycle Centre
- Pre-order groceries before you arrive
- ParcMarket stocks plenty of essential
- Visit Aquatique for any additional swimming gear
- Discover our Adventure Playgrounds for all ages
- When is the best time of the year to book a break with children?
- Are breaks in the forest fun for children?
- Can we bring our dog on our break?
- My children are disabled, is Center Parcs safe for them? Can my kids still take part in the activities?
- Are there any babysitting services available on-village?
- What if my child becomes ill while holidaying at Center Parcs?
- What is the best time for my children to visit Center Parcs?
- What happens if I book a break but then need to cancel?