School holiday breaks in the UK
Make the most of the school holidays with a Center Parcs break. Whether you seek exhilarating half-term retreats in October, May, and February, a sun-soaked summer holiday, enchanting Easter adventures, or magical seasonal escapes during Christmas and New Year, fill your days with adventure or relax and unwind together.
Family school holiday breaks
Experience unforgettable family moments during a school holiday break. Secure the best availability on your dream lodge by booking your short break in advance. Immerse yourself in the tranquillity of the forest and create lasting memories as you reconnect with loved ones in the perfect getaway destination.
Keep the whole family entertained
For an extra luxurious forest break, book a lodge with a games room. Our Exclusive Lodges include all the same family-friendly features as our Woodland Lodges, plus plenty of premium extras including a games room and board games to keep everyone entertained.
Your break, your way
From action-packed activity holidays to relaxing and luxurious retreats, there’s something for the whole family on a short break at Center Parcs.
Activity breaks
Reconnect with your family on an activity break in the heart of the forest. With a wide variety of indoor, outdoor and watersports activities to choose from, you can have endless adventures whatever the weather.
Luxury breaks
Escape to the forest on an extra luxurious break, perfect for special occasions. Book a luxury lodge with a hot tub and soak in the bubbles beneath the starry sky, or experience the ultimate relaxation and indulgence in our nature-inspired forest spa, Aqua Sana.
Child-friendly breaks
Center Parcs is made for families, and little ones will love exploring acres of woodland, having adventures in the Subtropical Swimming Paradise and trying new activities together.
Activities for all ages
Discover a wide range of things to do for all the family on an activity break at Center Parcs. With plenty of indoor, outdoor and watersports activities to choose from during your half term break, you can try something new together, whatever the weather.
Relax and unwind
Why not enjoy a relaxing spa session at Aqua Sana during your break and explore up to 25 nature-inspired spa experiences, it’s the perfect opportunity to add a touch of luxury to your mid-term escape. Whilst you’re relaxing, the little ones can enjoy a variety of unaccompanied activities, keeping them safe and happy whilst you let your stresses melt away at Aqua Sana.
Why book a Center Parcs short break?
At Center Parcs, you'll find everything you need for an unforgettable family break in the forest:
- 400 acres of beautiful forest to explore, home to wildlife including pine marten, red squirrels and fallow deer
- Free entry into the Subtropical Swimming Paradise water park, with rides, slides and splash pools
- A variety of restaurants where you can dine al fresco and enjoy delicious meals together
- A watersports lake and sandy beach
- A wide variety of indoor, outdoor and watersports activities for all ages
- Adventure playgrounds, soft play areas and picturesque picnic areas
*Selected breaks and accommodation only. Conditions apply.
