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Cherish every moment this summer in the UK

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Summer holidays and breaks in the UK

Enjoy al fresco dining on our restaurant terraces or your lodge patio areas, perfect for picnics and barbecues. Soak up the sun on our very own sandy beaches and explore the forest, with a variety of indoor and outdoor activities available. Feel rejuvinated at Aqua Sana Forest Spa or make a splash at the Subtropical Swimming Paradise.

 

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Make 2026 early summer special from £629*

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Two children embrace a blue-and-white beach ball, laughing as they play in waist-deep pool water; sunlight glints on ripples, lane rope and greenery blur in the background.

Summer school holiday 2026 breaks from £849*

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  • Two people splash and laugh in a shallow pool, one reaching toward the other’s shoulder. Turquoise water churns; a rock-lined edge and trees surround the pool, with water droplets on the lens.
  • Family of three holding hands walks along a path between wooden, two-story cabins. They head toward bicycles near a doorway. Surroundings: tall grass, scattered yellow flowers, pine trees.
  • Children build sandcastles while an adult assists on a beach; one child digs with a red shovel, the other examines a small sand tower; lake, boats, and a wooden building behind.
  • Child walks across a rope bridge while an adult steadies him; wooden playground structure surrounds with mulch ground. Sign reads: Do not climb on the external structure.

What's included

  • Free unlimited entry into The Subtropical Swimming Paradise
  • A beautiful lake, sandy beach and acres of peaceful forest surroundings
  • Indoor soft play and outdoor adventure playgrounds
  • Self-catering essentials in all accommodation 
  • Free wifi throughout the village and in your lodge

What's included

      

Explore what makes our Center Parcs villages special

Man and child hold hands, stepping through a curtain of water from a red mushroom fountain; shallow indoor pool surrounds them with stone walls, waterslide tube, plants, and large windows.

Splashing fun in The Subtropical Swimming Paradise

Discover the Subtropical Swimming Paradise, our indoor and outdoor water park, with a variety of fun experiences for the whole family:

  • Water slides, Wild Water Rapids and wave pool
  • Themed play areas for little ones
  • Fun water-based activities
  • Private Family Cabanas available to hire

Opening times are 9am – 8pm, including a Quiet Hour at 9am on Wednesday and Sunday.​​

Subtropical Swimming Paradise
Swimming pool reflects sunlight, sitting still in a courtyard. Surrounding glass-walled building with columns and balconies is draped in hanging vines and potted plants, creating a serene, enclosed garden setting.

Aqua Sana Forest Spa

Discover a spa like no other, in the heart of the forest and cherish relaxing moments together. Unwind with a treatment or indulge in a three hour Forest Spa Experience and explore up to 25 nature-inspired experiences. Just pre-book your Aqua Sana Forest Spa slot to secure availability before your break.

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Cycle Hire

With a car-free environment, cycling is the perfect way to explore our villages. It’s best to pre-book cycles before your break as they’re very popular! Our friendly and knowledgeable Cycle Centre team will make sure you’ve got all the equipment you need before setting off on your forest adventure.

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Center Parcs locations

Lake reflects evening sky, bordered by dense forest. Aerial view shows scattered cabins, footpaths, and a large glass-roofed building near the shoreline, with calm water curving through a wooded resort.

Whinfell Forest, Cumbria

Whinfell Forest sits on the edge of the Lake District, the perfect holiday to reconnect with family & friends. Book a break at the award-winning Whinfell Forest

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Wooden cabins cluster along a winding road, bordered by dense forest; additional buildings and rectangular courts sit nearby within a quiet, green hillside community with parking areas.

Sherwood Forest, Nottinghamshire

Enjoy a break in the legendary Sherwood Forest and be enchanted by 400 acres of forest. Reconnect with your family and friends at Center Parcs

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A person zip-lines over a lake, approaching a dock where people stand near kayaks; trees frame the sandy shore on a calm, sunny day.

Elveden Forest, Suffolk

Escape to Center Parcs at Elveden Forest, Suffolk. A perfect forest holiday break for families, groups, and couples, including dog-friendly options. Book now!

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Group of adults and children walk along a wooden boardwalk, surrounded by tall pine trees. Cabins dot a hillside in the background, sunlight filtering through a forested park.

Woburn Forest, Bedfordshire

Discover Center Parcs Woburn Forest near London. Enjoy 365 acres of woodland, family activities, spa relaxation. Book your Woburn Forest break today!

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Green tourist tram drives along a paved path, towing open carriages, within a dense forest of tall coniferous trees and ferns, bordered by wooden fences.

Longleat Forest, Wiltshire

Discover Center Parcs Longleat Forest, with the Subtropical Swimming Paradise, exciting activities, Aqua Sana Forest Spa and much more in 400 acres of woodland.

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Unforgettable experiences for your summer holiday

Make the most of every moment of your summer break by booking activities at an additional cost.

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AquaParc

Bounce, balance and zoom across our outdoor, inflatable water obstacle course, fun for all the family on the lake. Minimum age 6 years. Available at Longleat Forest.

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Two people in a yellow tandem kayak paddle forward, smiling, wearing red life vests; calm lake water splashes around them, with distant boats and trees in a sunlit park.

Double Kayak Hire

Spend some peaceful quality time with your partner or invite a friend or family member, taking to the water in one of our fantastic double kayaks. You’ll learn new skills in the water, taking in your idyllic surroundings at the same time. Available at all locations.

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Tennis - Outdoor Courts

Fun, competitive and a great way of keeping fit... whether you’re the next Andy Murray or just a keen amateur, enjoy a game of tennis on our outdoor courts. Available at all locations.

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Mini Trek

This exciting aerial rope course is specially designed for younger children, giving them the chance to have their very own adventure in a safe, secure environment. Age 2-5 years. Available at Whinfell Forest, Sherwood Forest, Longleat Forest and Elveden Forest.

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Early summer and school holiday breaks

Spend precious time with your little ones on an early UK summer holiday from Monday 1 June to Friday 17 July 2026.

Reconnect during the school holidays from Friday 24 July until Friday 28 August 2026 and enjoy some well-deserved family time.

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Family summer breaks in the UK

Escape to the forest for your summer break and experience family time as it should be. Whether you’re trying new activities together, dining al fresco on your patio or having adventures as you explore the forest, everything at Center Parcs is designed to bring families together and help you make memories that will last a lifetime.

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Splash into your summer break

Discover endless adventures in our indoor and outdoor water park, the Subtropical Swimming Paradise.
  • Take on exhilarating rides and slides or surf the waves in the wave pool
  • Ride the Wild Water Rapids, a family favourite
  • Discover themed play areas for young children
  • Hire a Family Cabana, your private family oasis
  • Make a splash in our water-based activities

Subtropical Swimming Paradise

Family dining; a man feeds a spoonful to a young boy as a woman smiles. A toddler sits in a high chair. Plates and drinks rest on a patio table.

All-day al fresco dining

Whether you need a quick pit stop before your next adventure or a hearty and delicious evening meal, you’ll find plenty of restaurants ready to welcome you. Many of them have open-air terraces perfect for a summertime holiday, and you’ll also find play areas for little ones. If you’d prefer to enjoy restaurant food in the comfort of your lodge, you can order delivery instead. 
 

Your picture-perfect summer break

Browse through our images of summer holidays at Center Parcs

Two young children stand on kick scooters, wearing helmets, on a sunlit brick path in a leafy wooded park; one scooter displays the text "EVO".
Smiling man takes a selfie while riding a bicycle; behind him, four friends cycle, one towing an orange child trailer, along a quiet, tree-lined suburban street in warm daylight.
Two small children play mini-golf; one putts near a flag while another walks with a putter. Surrounded by artificial turf, trees, rocks, mulch, and a frog statue. Sign reads: “2”.
Owl lands with wings spread on a wooden perch; nearby, a woman kneels holding a child while another child watches, in a sunlit forest with tall trees and ferns.
A turquoise, winding water channel flows gently through rocks, passing under small wooden bridges, surrounded by dense green bushes and tall pines, beneath a partly cloudy blue sky.

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Two children lounge on a large round basket swing, legs crossed, as it arcs forward; red support poles, wood-chip ground, wooden fence, and tall pine trees under blue sky.

"Swinging into holiday mode… The girls are having the best time at Center Parcs. We have lucked out with the weather, and it is like being abroad. Lots of swimming, scooters, park playing, pottery painting, crazy golf and learning to ride a bike and we are only two days in. It’s been so great watching them explore and having time together"

Instagram: @yesmummydrinks

 

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