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 .
Whether you’re escaping to the forest for a September break, October half-term holiday or a ghoulishly good time at Halloween, there’s something for everyone on a family autumn break at Center Parcs.
Five unique villages to explore
With five Center Parcs villages across the UK, you're never too far from your next adventure.
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.
Autumn activities
Discover activities and adventures for the whole family during your autumn break, from nature-themed to spooky Halloween fun.
Wizard Academy
We are inviting new trainees to go on an adventure of their own by joining our Wizard Academy. Come along to learn new spells and wizard crafts in this fun unaccompanied session. Ages 3 to 9 years.
Available at all locations.
Willow Workshop
Learn how to weave delicate, beautiful willow fronds into pretty objects and structures. Minimum age 8 years.
Available at all locations.
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.
Roller Skating
Strap on your skates, find your balance and you’ll soon be whizzing around the rink like a pro. Minimum age 6 years.
Available at all locations.
October half-term holidays
Make the most of the October half-term break. On an October half-term holiday, you can:
- Discover a huge range of indoor and outdoor activities for all ages
- Make a splash in the Subtropical Swimming Paradise, heated to a toasty 29.5c
- Enjoy a family feast in one of our restaurants or delivered to your accommodation
Subtropical Swimming Paradise
Free entry to our Subtropical Swimming Paradise which includes:
- Wave pool, Wild Water Rapids and rides and slides
- Indoor and outdoor pools
- Splash pools and children’s water play areas
- Free use of swim jackets (these are swimming aids and not lifejackets)
- Spacious family changing rooms and large lockers
- Refuel at Canopy Café with poolside snacks, meals and drinks
- Top tip: hire a Family Cabana for a relaxing retreat between splashing in the waves and riding the Wild Water Rapids!
Take a closer look at autumn breaks
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*Book Ahead and Save Offer Terms and Conditions
- You can add this offer to your booking by entering ESCAPE at the bottom of the payment page.
- You can use this offer code to book a new break up to 23:59 1st July 2025
- The offer code can only be used if you book your stay for arrivals after 1st September 2025.
- You must add this offer when you book your break – you can’t add it on later.
- Offer is available on all accommodation types for UK villages only. Except Spa Suites bookings, Spa Break bookings and Longford Forest, Ireland bookings.
- The Offer consists of:
- £40 saving per unit of accommodation up to a maximum of 3 units of accommodation, if booked under the same booking reference. The saving will be applied to the full balance of the break but not the deposit amount payable.
- Price Promise, if you see the same break (village, accommodation type and arrival date) at a lower price after you have booked contact us by phone on 03448 266 266 or e-mail [email protected] to request an adjustment to price. Adjustment to price must be requested within 5 days of discovering the lower price.
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