Whinfell Forest, Cumbria
Whinfell Forest sits on the edge of the Lake District, the perfect place to reconnect with family & friends. Book a break at the award-winning Whinfell Forest .
Enjoy your slice of the forest this May half-term in one of our lodges, and spend the evenings wildlife spotting from your own private patio. You can choose from a three-night weekend break, a four-night midweek break or stay for seven nights.
Locations for your break
Our villages have everything you need for the perfect May half term break– but each one has its own distinctive character and unique features to discover.
Sherwood Forest, Nottinghamshire
Enjoy a break in the legendary Sherwood Forest and be enchanted by 400 acres of forest, while reconnecting with family and friends. Book your Center Parcs Break.
Elveden Forest, Suffolk
Explore 400 acres of rural Suffolk woodland with family and friends at Center Parcs Elveden Forest. Book your Suffolk family break.
Longleat Forest, Wiltshire
Explore the 400-acre Longleat Forest featuring rare Giant Redwoods in Wiltshire, and a range of activities and a forest spa to enjoy. Book your break today.
Woburn Forest, Bedfordshire
Center Parcs Woburn forest is the ideal place to explore nature near London. Relax or get active in 365 acres of magical forest. Book your forest break.
What's included
- Free unlimited entry into The Subtropical Swimming Paradise
- All our accommodation features self-catering essentials
- A beautiful lake, sandy beach and 400 acres of forest to explore
- Free Friendly wifi throughout the village and in your lodge
- Outdoor adventure playgrounds around our villages
Archery - Target Archery
Accuracy and precision are the names of the game as you take aim and fire. It’s friendly family fun with a competitive edge as you take on the challenges and see who can rack up the most bullseyes. Minimum age 10 years.
Available at all locations.
Off Road Explorers
This great adventure is for you and your little ones to enjoy together. Watch as they navigate around the track in a miniature 4x4, tackling rough terrain and rumble strips as they go. Ages 3 to 7 years.
Available at all locations.
Laser Combat
Sneak through the forest, manoeuvre round obstacles and outwit your enemies… this is a game of tactics, precision and stealth. Minimum age 6 years.
Available at all locations.
Nature Walk
Explore our fascinating woodland and uncover the secrets of the forest. Join us as we see a variety of plants, animals, birds and insects on this informative tour with our experienced Rangers. Minimum age 4 years.
Available at all locations.
Sleeps from 1 to 12 guests
Woodland Lodges
Practical and popular, our fully-equipped, family-friendly Woodland Lodges feature:
- Open-plan living area
- Modern kitchen
- Private patio
- Comfortable bedrooms
Sleeps from 1 to 8 guests
Executive Lodges
Everything that’s included in a Woodland Lodge, plus added comforts for a relaxing break:
- Ensuite in all bedrooms
- Flat screen TV in all bedrooms
- Hydrobath
- Some Executive Lodges include a sauna, hot tub or games room
Sleeps from 1 to 8 guests
Exclusive Lodges
The next level of luxury, our Exclusive Lodges offer added premium features:
- Sauna, steam room and outdoor hot tub
- Games room with pool table
- Ensuite in all bedrooms
Sleeps from 1 to 4 people
Hotels and Apartments
Ideal for couples, our stylish apartments and hotel rooms can be found with woodland or lakeside views. They include:
- Furnished patio or balcony
- Ensuite shower room
- Self-catering facilities including coffee machine
- Twin or double beds
Sleeps from 1 to 8 guests
Treehouses
Our spectacular Treehouses are perfect for special occasions, featuring:
- Private outdoor hot tub
- Dedicated Treehouse Host
- Games den with pool table
- Ensuite bathrooms
- Entertainment system
- Private infrared sauna
Sleeps from 1 to 6 guest
Waterside Lodges
Exclusive to Elveden Forest, our extraordinary nautical-themed Waterside Lodges feature:
- Private outdoor hot tub
- Balconies for two bedrooms
- Ensuite in all bedrooms
- Private decking with breath-taking views over the lake
Sleeps from 1 to 8 guests
Adapted Lodges
Specially adapted lodges for guests with disabilities featuring:
- Ramps up to the lodge
- Dedicated parking space, allowing you to park outside your lodge for the duration of your break
- Lowered kitchen worktops
- Spacious bedrooms featuring one electric bed per lodge
- Bathrooms with walk-in/wheel-in showers
- A hoist for the hot tub and saunas and steam rooms with wider access (available in our Exclusive Adapted Lodges only)
Sleeps from 1 to 8 guests
Dog-friendly Lodges
Bring your four-legged friend on a break with the family. Our paw-friendly lodges:
- Are available in a selected number of our Woodland and Executive Lodges
- Feature tether rings on the patio so they can join you outside
- Fitted with laminate flooring, reverse door handles to prevent escapes and cosy log burners
- You can add up to two dogs per lodge
Extras to add to your break
The choice is yours to do as little or as much as you want to create your perfect adventure
Activities for all ages
We have over 200 activities for little ones, teenagers and for the whole family, around the village, in the treetops or on the lake.
You can build your perfect itinerary and pre-book everything you want to do from 12 weeks before you arrive.
Aqua Sana Forest Spa
Make a little time for some pampering and relaxation during your Center Parcs break, indulge in a three hour Forest Spa Experience or treatments and experience all that our spa has to offer. Just add your spa session and treatment choices to your existing Center Parcs booking.
Cycle hire
We highly recommend you pre-book cycles before your break as they are very popular! With a car-light environment, cycling through our villages is a wonderful way to explore our glorious woodland and get to your next activity. At the Cycle Centre our knowledgeable staff will make sure you get exactly the right equipment for your height, age and ability.
Food and drink
Discover our selection of restaurants including high street favourites such as Bella Italia and Café Rouge, or our own restaurants including Huck's American Bar and Grill
Free baby food is available on request at all of our restaurants.
Guest photo gallery
Take a look at our gallery of photos submitted by our guests. Be sure to use the hashtag #mycp when you share photos on social media for the chance to be featured!
Baby-friendly breaks
Catering specifically for young families, Center Parcs has been designed to make your holiday with a baby as relaxing and easy as possible. We've taken care of everything, with baby-friendly lodges, free baby food in restaurants and activities, so you don’t have to worry about a thing.
Toddler-friendly breaks
Center Parcs is the perfect place for a toddler friendly break – with acres of woodland for little feet to explore, hundreds of new and exciting indoor and outdoor activities designed for toddlers, and a wide choice of children’s options.
Pre-school breaks
When you have young children, finding the perfect children's holiday destination is absolutely key, and Center Parcs is the best place to enjoy a break the whole family will enjoy! With acres of magical woodland to enjoy, plenty of new and exciting activities to try, and stunning family accommodation to settle in to, you’ll never want to leave.
Child-friendly breaks
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 short breaks geared specifically for younger children and pre-teens, your children are guaranteed to have the time of their lives.
Teenager breaks
Organising a family holiday with teenagers and tweens can be a tricky task when you’re trying to please everyone. Luckily, here at Center Parcs, we offer something that everyone will love! With spacious accommodation, hundreds of activities to choose from, and a wide choice of restaurants, everyone will enjoy themselves.
