Adventure Golf - 9 holes
Put your putting skills to the test with our themed Adventure Golf course. Tackle the challenges, take the tricky tests and see who gets the golfing glory out of your friends and family.
Available at all locations.
Family activities
Discover a vast range of family activities for all ages at Center Parcs, with plenty of opportunities to try something new and spend some all-important time together on our family activity breaks.
Popular family activities
Not sure what to do during your break? Check out our most popular bookable activities for the whole family to enjoy. These activities can book up fast, so it’s best to book in advance!
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.
Ten Pin Bowling 60 mins
A game that never goes out of style, bring your family and try your hand at ten pin bowling. Suitable for up to six people. Total duration of session includes cleaning time.
Available at all locations.
Ten Pin Bowling 45 mins
A game that never goes out of style, bring your family and try your hand at ten pin bowling. Suitable for up to four people. Total duration of session includes cleaning time.
Available at all locations.
Archery - Field Archery
Stealth, speed, precision and accuracy… Field Archery is about so much more than hitting the bullseye. Learn all the special techniques from our experts before you’re unleashed into the forest to find and fire at targets. Minimum age 10 years.
Available at all locations.
Electric boat - 6 seater
Our state-of-the-art electric boats are the first of their kind in the UK and make a great way to take a leisurely cruise around our lake. Easy to operate, they’re completely silent, giving you a peaceful, tranquil ride. Suitable for up to 6 people.
Available at all locations.
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.
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.
Adventure Golf - 18 holes
Put your putting skills to the test with our themed Adventure Golf course. Tackle the challenges, take the tricky tests and see who gets the golfing glory out of your friends and family.
Available at Whinfell Forest, Sherwood Forest and Longleat Forest.
Indoor family activities
Whatever the weather, bring the whole family together with a traditional game of Ten Pin Bowling, create a special souvenir at Pottery Painting, or go on an immersive adventure with the Family Nature Quest - suitable even for the little ones!
Pottery Painting
The activity that’s loved by all the generations… bring your little ones and get stuck in painting your chosen piece of pottery, which will be professionally glazed and fired. Suitable for all ages and abilities.
Available at all locations.
The Big Family Quiz
Test your families brain power with our fun, interactive quiz! Hosted by a professional quiz master and specially designed so all family members can get involved - will your children know more answers than you?!
Available at all locations.
Short Tennis
A brilliant introduction to tennis, with short rackets and larger, softer balls making this the perfect activity for parents and children.
Available at all locations.
Squash - Family Ball Wall
Put your skills to the test and see who can hit targets with a kick or throw of soft balls against an interactive wall. Suitable for all abilities, minimum age 3 years and an adult must be present.
Available at all locations.
Pickleball
A paddle sport like no other, Pickleball combines Badminton, Tennis and Table Tennis all in one.
Available at Woburn Forest, Longleat Forest, Elveden Forest and Sherwood Forest.
Glow Table Tennis
Whether you’re a pro or a keen amateur, dashing around the table with ping pong paddles is always a lot of fun, but have you ever played the game in the dark?
Available at Elveden Forest, Whinfell Forest, Woburn Forest and Longleat Forest.
Football Pool
A unique take on two traditional games – turn your feet into cues and aim to score the footballs in the pockets.
Available at all locations.
American Pool
Try your hand at this Stateside version of billiards, as you learn the new techniques for perfect positioning precision.
Available at all locations.
Family Nature Quest
An immersive indoor family adventure. Travel through four forest zones, completing challenges and solving puzzles, in your quest to reach the Secret Forest Cabin. Suitable for the whole family.
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.
Outdoor family activities
Get the family together and make the most of the fresh forest air with our range of outdoor family activities. Explore the magical woodland with a Nature Walk or navigate your way around the forest, finding clues and solving puzzles on our Forest Discovery Trail. Whether you’re looking for a peaceful stroll around the forest or you’re ready to get competitive, there’s something to suit everyone.
Baby Owls
Our Baby Owls session is a great chance for you, along with little ones to enjoy meeting Pop, our very own sleepy barn owl, and some of his feathered friends in the forest. Minimum age 1 year.
Available at all locations.
Den Building and Decorating
Put your creative skills to the test as you design and create your very own woodland hideaway. A great way to enjoy our beautiful forest and perfect for your whole family to take part in. Minimum age 3 years.
Available at all locations.
Geocache
Put your orienteering and navigational skills to the test, using GPS devices to discover the hidden passwords on our high-tech treasure hunt. The first group to finish the course wins a special prize.
Available at all locations.
Katakanu Hire
Make a splash with one of our Katakanus, a great way for you and your friends to enjoy an exhilarating, different type of water adventure. Suitable for up to 6 people.
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.
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 Sherwood Forest, Elveden Forest, Longleat Forest and Whinfell Forest.
Falconry
Learn all about these incredible predators and the medieval art of falconry, then experience the thrill and power of a bird of prey taking flight and then returning to your gloved hand, all supervised by our expert handlers. Minimum age 8 years.
Available at all locations.
Family Karts
Go Karting crazy as you zoom around the track, pedalling as fast as you can to overtake the competition and learning some clever manoeuvres before the final big race. Minimum age 4 years.
Available at Whinfell Forest, Sherwood Forest, Elveden Forest and Woburn Forest.
Five-a-Side Court Hire
Get your friends and family together, enlist your village neighbours and enjoy a fun kickabout during your break. You can hire our pitch by the hour, making it perfect for a friendly game of five-a-side.
Available at Whinfell Forest and Sherwood Forest.
Pedalo Hire
Serene, peaceful and relaxing, a pedalo is the perfect way to take in the beautiful scenery from our lake, gently pedalling to make your way around. Suitable for up to 4 people. Minimum age 4 months.
Available at Whinfell Forest, Elveden Forest, Woburn Forest and Longleat Forest.
Go exploring
Explore the forest on two-wheels and pre-book your cycles from our Cycle Centre, making it hassle-free on your arrival as all you need to do is see our knowledgable staff who will make sure you get exactly the right equipment for your height, age and ability.
Make a splash
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
Your next break could look like this...
Family-friendly restaurants
We have a range of relaxed restaurants designed with families in mind. From Indian to Italian and pancakes to pub classics, all of our restaurants have special menus for little ones, and many of them feature soft play or outdoor play areas to keep them entertained during your visit.
If you’d prefer a quiet night in together, you can enjoy restaurant food in the comfort of your lodge with our Restaurant Runner menu.
