Break inspiration

In this blog our Senior Conservation Ranger, Steve Norris, guides us through his top five summer wildlife highlights at Longleat Forest… see how many you can spot during your walk!

 

Many guests don’t know we’re open 365 days a year, including Christmas and New Year’s Eve! We’ll be open as usual over the festive period so there will be lots of fun-filled activities for you and your little ones to get involved with. Here’s a quick overview of what to expect!

 

Ready to make 2023 your most adventurous year yet? Take a look at these 23 unique, unusual and once-in-a-lifetime experiences you can try at Center Parcs.

Discover Winter Wonderland through the lens' of our guests. Be inspired by our guests' festive Winter Wonderland pictures.

‘Say cheese!’ We have lots of special photo opportunities at Winter Wonderland to capture that perfect (or not-so-perfect) family photo. Discover our favourites and where to find them.

We asked our guests who have been on a Winter Wonderland break to share their favourite moments. From a snowy Santa's Woodland Village to festive food and activities. Discover what they have been saying. 

Get ready to discover our enchanted winter experience, Winter Forest Lights. The forest is transformed into a magical world of wishes and light.

Enjoy a ghoulishly good Halloween at Center Parcs, take a peek at all our Halloween themed activities… if you dare!

Center Parcs has helped many families make amazing memories over the years. Here’s Aimee’s story of how much her short breaks with us mean to her.

 

You can now book breaks at all six villages up until spring 2024. Booking further in advance means you get the very best prices and availability – and something to look forward to!

What magic awaits you at Winter Wonderland?

Take a read through our wonderful and quirky facts from all of our villages.

Experience the forest in full colour this May half-term on a Center Parcs family breakExperience the forest in full colour this May half-term on a Center Parcs family break.

Check out Woburn Forest’s newest café, Refresh: the perfect pit-stop for a quick refuel between activities. 

May is a great month to visit our villages for a short family break. Experience how the forest comes to life and enjoy the warmer weather. 

Whatever your age, there’s so much fun to be had at the Subtropical Swimming Paradise. Keep reading to find out the perfect way to spend your time in the warm tropics. 

We have put adaptations and measures in place to make sure that a Center Parcs break can be enjoyed by all. Read more to find out tips on how to get the most out of your break.

Enjoy acres of forest, discover wildlife around every corner and bring home some amazing memories to last a lifetime.

With Valentine’s Day just gone, we loved hearing all your stories of how you got engaged or had your honeymoon with us. Read some of our guests experiences to give you that warm fuzzy feeling!

The season of bunnies, bluebells and brightly coloured eggs is fast approaching – and what better place to be than in the forest? Check out our top tips for a fun-filled Easter adventure at Center Parcs.

Love is in the air … it’s nearly Valentine’s Day! Take a look at our romantic luxury accommodation options and date night ideas.

Watch our brand-new animated story of The Winter Forest Lights and find out how you can discover wishes and light on a January and February break.

With Winter Wonderland in full swing, guests have been sharing their experiences. See what they have been saying and pick up some tips for your next Winter Wonderland break.

Find out the differences between our winter breaks and see what you and your loved ones can experience on each one.

Autumn is here. Check out our suggested bucket list activities to complete either on your Center Parcs break or at home. How many will you tick off?

We have many returning guests who have been by our side since day one and keep coming back year on year and now bring their children. We asked you, what is it that keeps bringing you back to Center Parcs? Your stories have made us feel so nostalgic.

Maybe it’s just us, but it seems like 2021 is shaping up to be the year of the baby! From famous faces to our friends in the office, people are welcoming new arrivals everywhere we look. Which got us thinking – how many families will be having their first holiday with a little one in tow this year? So we asked the experts (our amazing Facebook fans) for their top tips for a baby-friendly Center Parcs break and they did not disappoint! Read their top tips below

Have you ever wondered what makes a Center Parcs break in the summer months so special? We have put together a suggested itinerary of all the exciting adventures you and your family could get up to on a summer getaway.

There’s lots to know about a Center Parcs break, especially if you are new to visiting us. We have put together our top tips on how to get the most out of your short break.

Now is the perfect time to book your 2022 break in the forest. See our top five reasons why you should book a summer break in advance.

Let the good times flow into the evening with our range of evening activities. From exploring the forest on our Nature Walk at Dusk to staying in toasting marshmallows. We have something for the whole family. Check out our suggested evening fun...

May is the month of bank holidays! How can you make the most of an extra day on your weekend, whether you're home or away?

Saturday 20th March marks the official start of spring! We talk to Ian Buck, our Grounds Services Manager at Woburn Forest about the forest in spring

From retail to rigatoni, exciting changes are being made at Woburn Forest...

This week we caught up with Daragh Feighery, our Village Director at Longford Forest in Ireland. We wanted to find out how he and his team have been getting on over the past ten months.

On Sunday 25 October, the clocks go back and you get an extra hour to spend however you please. Here are our suggestions for making the most of those extra 60 minutes at Center Parcs.

Woburn Forest is our newest UK village, situated in rural Bedfordshire. Despite being just an hour outside of London, you’ll feel a million miles away from the city with 365 acres of tranquil forest to explore. Discover what makes Woburn Forest so special.

The rain doesn’t have to dampen your spirits during your break, here’s our helpful guide on how to make the most of a rainy day in the forest.

Joining us this October half term? Check out our list of essentials you’ll need for your Center Parcs break.

Looking forward to your August bank holiday? Here are some family-friendly ideas on how you could spend your extra day off whether you are at home or at Center Parcs…

Center Parcs Elveden Forest was the second village to open in the UK in 1989. Situated in Suffolk, it is home to the beautiful Muntjac deer, the longest zip wire of all Center Parcs UK villages and our unique luxurious Waterside Lodges. Find out what else is exclusive to our Elveden village

The world has changed, but we are all in need of a break more than ever. Here are five reasons why Center Parcs is the perfect escape right now.

Warmer weather awakens the woodlands, stirring nature to start a new cycle, says Tiffany Francis-Baker. Discover how the forest comes to life in springtime.

Center Parcs Longleat Forest opened in 1994, situated in the beautiful Longleat Estate. With the newly refurbished Aqua Sana Spa, a Land Train and one-of-a-kind activities, discover what makes this village so special.

Follow the Wilder-Heritage Family as they venture into the forest for the first time. By Robyn Wilder.

If you want to do something special to celebrate Mother’s Day and you’re joining us on a break in the forest, here is our guide to making the day truly unforgettable with your family.

Sherwood Forest is our original Center Parcs village nestled deep in the Nottinghamshire countryside. With the Aqua Sana Treetop Sauna, exciting Grand Cascade ride and unique activities, find out what’s exclusive to our Sherwood village.

February half term is just around the corner, so why not spend your break in the forest. From mouth-watering dishes to up to 200 activities to explore, read our ultimate guide for some break inspiration…

We’re pulling our cupid’s arrow and getting you prepared for Valentine’s Day with a range of ways you can celebrate at Center Parcs.

Winter is officially here and there is nothing better than waking up in your warm cosy lodge ready for a day ahead of magical experiences.

New research reveals 1.5 million of us will be seeing our immediate family for the first time this year at Christmas. Are you getting enough family time?

If you are looking for some time away before your little one arrives than look no further, here is a guide to what your babymoon at Center Parcs could look like…

23 September marks the official start of autumn. There’s a chill in the air and the nights are drawing in. But don’t mourn shorter days, there’s still plenty of time to enjoy the best nature has to offer at Center Parcs.

Don’t let the last of summer waste away this August bank holiday. Here is how you could spend your extra day off work at Center Parcs…

Celebrate in true style by creating a bespoke and exclusive Christmas party experience in the heart of the forest for you and your team

So you’re bringing your baby or toddler to one of our villages? We’ll make their first break a memorable and painless experience for all.

Nestled in your own slice of the forest, wildlife on your doorstep and stylish designs. Our lodges are the perfect base from which to explore.

We asked the Howell family to tell us about their weekend break at Center Parcs. From slipping and sliding down the Wild Water Rapids to a delicious meal at The Pancake House. Find out what there family of six plus nanny Christine got up to during their break

Banish the winter blues with these top tips on how to conquer Blue Monday.

This guide will help make the most of your break with your little one/s, with hints and tips to make your break stress-free from morning to evening.

Are you joining us for this October half term? We’ve got some hints and tips to inspire you to make your Center Parcs break away an unforgettable memory for the whole family.

It is important to escape the everyday stresses that your work life can bring from time to time and have a change of scenery, and there’s no better place to do that than at Center Parcs.