The 20 best UK holiday parks for Christmas breaks with kids

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If you’re dreaming of a festive UK getaway with the kids then keep reading for my top 20 picks for family-friendly holiday parks offering Christmas breaks for 2025. Most UK holiday parks close for the winter, typically from November to March, but these sites transform for festive breaks with things like grottos, pantomimes, ice-skating, Christmas movies, kids’ parties, fairy lights and even skiing! I’ve picked the best UK holiday parks for Christmas breaks from Haven, Parkdean Resorts and Away Resorts with indoor facilities (so the kids can have fun in the warm), swimming pools, Christmas activities and family days out nearby. These sites are (fortunately!) well positioned for wintery walks, Christmas markets, Santa trains and indoor attractions – perfect! Happy holiday hunting – scroll down to check out the holiday parks and here’s a little about what the festive breaks might include:

For the Haven Christmas breaks, guests can enjoy things like: beautifully decorated areas throughout the park, a Christmas tree in each accommodation, festive food, a family pantomime, Christmas activities and all sorts. Most festive breaks at Haven run throughout December, over Christmas itself and into the New Year.

For the Parkdean Resorts Winter Wonderland breaks, guests can enjoy things like: enchanting winter walkways, ice skating (at Cayton Bay, Warmwell and Trecco Bay), a family pantomime, breakfast with Santa, reindeer feeds, Christmas parties and more. Most festive breaks at Parkdean Resorts run throughout December, over Christmas itself and into the New Year.

For the Away Resorts Winterfest breaks, the activities are more varied between the parks so I’ve included a bit more info on these below. Guests can enjoy things like: beautifully decorated areas throughout the park, festive food, shows and Christmas activities. The Away Resorts Winterfest breaks run before Christmas from the 21st November to the 22nd December 2025.

Which UK holiday parks offer festive Christmas breaks for kids?

1. Haven: Seashore, Great Yarmouth

Situated right on the beachfront in Great Yarmouth, Haven Seashore comes highly recommended as one of the best UK holiday parks for families with kids – so you’ll be pleased to know that it hosts Christmas breaks! This site has lots to offer including an indoor waterpark with flumes, slides and a splash-zone for little ones. There’s soft play too, so the kids can have fun in the warm, and activities like Junior segways, crazy golf, crafts, evening entertainment and all sorts! When it comes to days out, the nearby Norfolk Broads provide opportunities for winter walks. Plus, there are some brilliant family attractions on offer too – Africa Alive Zoo and SEA LIFE Great Yarmouth are both a short drive away, or head to Norwich Cathedral to enjoy their Christmas concerts and events. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Seashore Holiday Park on the Haven website.

2. Parkdean Resorts: Trecco Bay, Wales

Parkdean Resorts Trecco Bay is a great option for UK Christmas breaks with the kids – it’s one of the most popular holiday parks in Wales and there’s so much to do! Wrap up for winter walks on the beach or enjoy the Christmas pantomime, crafts, parties, festive games and the pop-up ice rink on site. This park features a big indoor swimming pool with waterslides, as well as facilities including: soft play, arcades, bowling, arts & crafts, a gaming arena, an indoor sports dome and a VR experience – so there’s plenty of fun to be had whatever the weather. When it comes to days out – LC Indoor Waterpark is nearby, and Cardiff is just 40 minutes away – head there to enjoy the city’s Winter Wonderland event, Christmas lights or even a pantomime at the theatre. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Trecco Bay Holiday Park on the Parkdean Resorts website.

3. Away Resorts: Sandy Balls, New Forest

One of the most popular Away Resorts parks, Sandy Balls Holiday Village offers the perfect Winterfest Christmas retreat in the New Forest – with hot tub accommodation options too. Read my Sandy Balls Review for all the details – the park boasts amenities like an indoor swimming pool, soft play, a playground and evening entertainment. For the festive season the site offers Christmas crafts, an illuminated forest, candle lit concerts, festive food, Christmas movies and Santa meets. The surrounding area is great for wintery walks as the New Forest is just a few minutes from the park. For family-friendly days out, you’ll find Paultons Park / Peppa Pig World, Moors Valley Country Park and Winchester Christmas Market all within a 30 minute drive. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Sandy Balls Winterfest on the Away Resorts website.

4. Parkdean Resorts: Warmwell, Dorset

Warmwell Holiday Park, in Dorset, is one of the best UK parks for breaks over the Christmas period – there’s so much for the kids to do and they have hot tub holiday options too! The park boasts a 110m dry ski slope with skiing, ringo rides and even lessons – so wrap up warm to make the most of it. There are plenty of seasonal activities and shows on offer and a pop-up ice-rink too. The resort also has an indoor heated pool with a waterslide, a roller rink, an indoor sports dome, a clip and climb, a VR arena, craft activities and all sorts for entertaining the kids inside! For family-friendly days out, you’ll find the Tank Museum and Weymouth SEA LIFE Adventure Park both less than half an hour’s drive. Plus, Dorchester is just down the road so check out the Christmas markets too. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Warmwell Holiday Park on the Parkdean Resorts website.

5. Haven: Cala Gran, Blackpool

For a lively break near one of the UK’s most famous seaside resorts, Haven Cala Gran is a winner. This Blackpool-based holiday park is packed with family fun with an indoor swimming pool, with a slide, and soft play which will keep the kids busy in the warm. It also offers a climbing wall, pedal go-karts, crazy golf, segways and more! (Though some activities may be seasonal so do check.) The location is brilliant for days out too – it’s just a short tram ride from Blackpool Tower which hosts a Christmas festival with FREE ice-skating (it doesn’t get more budget-friendly than that!) and market stalls – plus the SEA LIFE centre is nearby too, if you want a break from the winter weather, and you can catch the Blackpool Illuminations in the evenings. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Cala Gran Holiday Park on the Haven website.

6. Parkdean Resorts: Cayton Bay, Yorkshire

If you’re looking for a winter getaway in Yorkshire, Parkdean Resorts Cayton Bay is a brilliant spot for festive breaks – you could book a lodge with a hot tub and you might even get some snow! As well as the Winter Wonderland fun (which includes a pop-up ice rink!), the kids can enjoy indoor facilities and activities like the pool complex with a waterslide, the sports dome, a VR area, inflatable pool jet skis, pool kayaking and arts & crafts like pottery painting. For fun days out, pop to the historic town of Scarborough to meet Santa, admire the Christmas lights or wander a market. You can catch a Christmas Special train nearby at the North Bay Railway too, or huddle in the warm at Scarborough SEA LIFE Aquarium. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Cayton Bay Holiday Park on the Parkdean Resorts website.

7. Haven: Seton Sands, Scotland

Haven Seton Sands in Scotland is one of the best holiday parks for UK Christmas breaks – it’s in a fantastic location for a scenic getaway with the kids (you might even get some snow!) and it’s well located for Christmas magic. Just a 30 minute drive from Edinburgh, this site is well-equipped with an indoor pool, a 9-hole golf course and an extensive activity program that includes things like archery, karting and junior segways. When it comes to festive days out, you can enjoy the Castle of Light at Edinburgh Castle and you’ll of course want to spend some time exploring the city itself. Edinburgh has one of the best family-friendly Christmas markets in the UK, as well as ice-skating and fairground rides, and if you’re staying over the New Year you can enjoy the Hogmanay celebrations too! For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Seton Sands Holiday Park on the Haven website.

8. Parkdean Resorts: Camber Sands, East Sussex

If you fancy wrapping up for winter walks along the coast, Camber Sands Holiday Park, in East Sussex, sits right beside the longest sandy dunes in the county. One of their action-packed parks – this Parkdean Resorts has lots of activities on offer for the kids, as well as extra festive entertainment. You’ll find four indoor heated swimming pools, waterslides, arts & crafts, an indoor climbing wall, an indoor sports dome, a VR area, an arcade and all sorts to keep the kids busy whatever the weather! For days out nearby, the lovely town of Rye is just down the road and you could hop on the Christmas train at the Romney, Hythe and Dymchurch Light Railway nearby. Just a short drive away, Dover Castle and Port Lympne Safari Park offer lots of fun too! For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Camber Sands Holiday Park on the Parkdean Resorts website.

9. Haven: Hafan y Môr, North Wales

Hafan y Môr in Pwllheli, North Wales, is without a doubt one of the best Haven parks for a family holiday – we had such a good time – check out my Hafan y Mor review. Nestled near Snowdonia National Park, this resort offers an impressive range of facilities and you might even get some snow! It has a fantastic indoor pool complex with waterslides and a wave pool, which my kids absolutely loved, and it’s the perfect entertainment whatever the weather. There’s also a high ropes course, segways, bungee trampolines and of course the Christmas activities too. There are some brilliant festive days out nearby – ride the Santa trains at the Welsh Heritage Railway, head to Zip World Llechwedd for their Zipmas Christmas event or check out a local Christmas market. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Hafan y Mor Holiday Park on the Haven website.

10. Away Resorts: Tattershall Lakes, Lincolnshire

Tattershall Lakes Country Park is a great option for a Christmas getaway in Lincolnshire as this Away Resorts park offers loads of activities alongside the Winterfest treats. The kids can enjoy crafts, Santa’s silent disco, candle lit concerts, Santa meets and shows – think pantomimes, naughty elves, Christmas bands and movies. The lakeside retreat also offers an indoor swimming pool and boasts amenities like high ropes, adventure golf, arcade games, bike hire, laser tag and all sorts! (Though be sure to check which activities are seasonal.) The park is well-located for festive days out – enjoy events like Lincoln Castle Illuminated, Christmas activities at Wolds Wildlife Park and The Real Christmas Experience at Rand Farm Park. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Tattershall Lakes Winterfest on the Away Resorts website.

11. Parkdean Resorts: Ty Mawr, Wales

Parkdean Resorts Ty Mawr, in North Wales, is an excellent choice for families seeking a fun-filled and scenic Christmas holiday as it’s located near the picturesque Snowdonia National Park – you might even see some snow! For all weather fun, this park boasts an indoor sports dome, an indoor swimming pool with a waterslide, arts & crafts, a VR area, soft play and an arcade. The kids’ clubs and Christmas themed activities will keep the kids busy too! This park also has some brilliant days out nearby – SC2 Rhyl Indoor Waterpark and Ninja Tag, Rhyl Miniature Railway (hop on the Santa train for a festive treat) and SeaQuarium are all just a 10 minute drive away – so you can huddle in the warm and still have a great time. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Ty Mawr Holiday Park on the Parkdean Resorts website.

12. Haven: Devon Cliffs, Devon

Haven Devon Cliffs, perched on the cliffs in South Devon, is in one of best spots for wintery walks along the coast. The park has direct access to a sandy beach and a fabulous indoor pool complex, complete with multiple water slides, to keep the kids busy in the warm. As well as the festive activities, the site boasts tube slides, high ropes, a NERF training camp, crazy golf and more – there’s loads for the kids but do check which facilities are weather dependent. When it comes to days out, Paignton Zoo is an hour away, whilst Crealy Theme Park is just a 30 minute drive, and a bit further away you’ll find the popular Woodlands Family Theme Park too – all three offer festive Christmas events and Santa visits. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Devon Cliffs Holiday Park on the Haven website.

13. Away Resorts: Mill Rythe, Hampshire

Mill Rythe Coastal Village is a fantastic holiday park on Hayling Island, making it a great base for exploring the south coast. It boasts an indoor swimming pool and soft play for fun whatever the weather, as well as a playground, craft activities and mini-archery. Festive crafts, teddy bear making, the Christmas Post Office and Mrs Claus’ kitchen are just a few of the things on offer over the Christmas period. It’s well located for day trips as it’s an easy drive to Portsmouth and the New Forest. If you’re after some festive days out with the kids – Paultons Park with Peppa Pig World, Winchester Christmas Market, the Watercress Line Christmas train and Staunton Farm Christmas Light Trail are all within an hour’s drive – perfect! For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Mill Rythe Winterfest on the Away Resorts website.

14. Parkdean Resorts: Cherry Tree, Norfolk

Cherry Tree Holiday Park, near Great Yarmouth, is another fab site that offers the Parkdean Resorts’ ‘Winter Wonderland’ Christmas breaks. If you want to stay in the warm, the indoor heated swimming pool (which hosts aqua-fun activities) is bound to be a hit, and the arts & crafts, kids’ clubs, festive events and shows will keep everyone entertained. This Parkdean Resorts site also has some hot tub accommodation options for that extra touch of luxury. When it comes to days out, the nearby Norfolk Broads provide opportunities for winter walks. Plus, there are some brilliant family attractions on offer too – Africa Alive Zoo and SEA LIFE Great Yarmouth are both within half an hour’s drive, or head to Norwich Cathedral to enjoy their Christmas concerts and events. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Cherry Tree Holiday Park on the Parkdean Resorts website.

15. Haven: Primrose Valley, Yorkshire

If you’re looking for a winter getaway in Yorkshire, Haven Primrose Valley is a brilliant spot for festive breaks – you might even get some snow for Christmas! The park has a fantastic indoor adventure pool with play equipment to keep the kids busy whatever the weather, as well as activities like arcades, an aerial adventure, crafts and foot golf. For fun festive days out, pop to the historic town of Scarborough to meet Santa, admire the Christmas lights or wander a market. Or head a little further afield to York which hosts one of the best Christmas markets in the UK. You can catch a Christmas Special train nearby at the North Bay Railway too, or huddle in the warm at Scarborough SEA LIFE Aquarium. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Primrose Valley Holiday Park on the Haven website.

16. Away Resorts: St Ives Bay, Cornwall

St Ives Bay Beach Resort is a great option for a festive retreat in Cornwall, with direct beach access for wintery walks to blow the cobwebs away. It boasts an indoor swimming pool, perfect for keeping the kids busy in the warm, as well as a playground, an arcade, crazy golf and sports courts. Pottery painting, teddy bear making, the Christmas Post Office and Mrs Claus’ kitchen are just a few of the extra things on offer over the Christmas period. If you fancy some days out, within an hour’s drive you’ve got The Eden Project (with Christmas lights, Santa and ice-skating), Falmouth’s Festive Weekend and the famous Mousehole Lights – one of the best light displays in Cornwall. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out St Ives Bay Winterfest on the Away Resorts website.

17. Haven: Craig Tara, Scotland

Craig Tara Holiday Park in Scotland is well set up for all-weather fun with a great indoor waterpark and a sports hall. There are plenty of activities on offer including crazy pool, crazy golf, inflatables, a mini aerial adventure, soft play, crafts and a climbing wall – lots of the amenities are indoors so you can stay in the warm! When it comes to days out, festive fun doesn’t come much closer than this! Just a minute’s drive from the holiday park, the Heads of Ayr Farm Park hosts a Santa Experience which includes things like a North Pole Train Ride, animals visits, Santa’s Grotto and activities with Mrs Claus. It’s also right by the coast for wintery walks (wrap up warm!) and if you’re visiting over New Year you can join in with the Hogmanay celebrations too. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Craig Tara Holiday Park on the Haven website.

18. Haven: Rockley Park, Dorset

Located on the edge of Poole Harbour in Dorset, Rockley Park Haven offers its own private beach – so you can wrap up warm and enjoy wintery walks along the coast. As well as the festive activities, there’s an indoor swimming pool with a waterslide for plenty of fun whatever the weather, plus crazy golf, climbing, craft activities and junior segways. (Though do check what’s available over the winter season.) For family-friendly days out that you can enjoy in the warm, you’ll find the Tank Museum and Weymouth SEA LIFE Adventure Park both less than an hour’s drive, or head to Dorchester to check out the Christmas markets. Plus, the brilliant Paultons Park (with Peppa Pig World) is about an hour away. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Rockley Park Holiday Park on the Haven website.

19. Parkdean Resorts: Wemyss Bay, Scotland

Choosing from the holiday parks in Scotland might increase your odds of a UK white Christmas (we can only hope!) and Parkdean Resorts Wemyss Bay has lots to offer wintery breaks with the kids. It’s sandwiched between mountains, countryside and a glorious coastline – you can even island hop from the ferry terminal. Back at the park, the kids can enjoy festive activities, arts & crafts, the arcade and the indoor swimming pool with inflatable jet skis, pool parties and aqua jets. (Plus there’s a sauna for the grown-ups!) There are some good days out nearby with places like Glasgow Science Centre, Scotland Indoor Kart Racing and SEA LIFE Loch Lomond Aquarium just a short drive away. Or, enjoy one of the many Christmas events happening in Glasgow! For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Wemyss Bay Holiday Park on the Parkdean Resorts website.

20. Haven: Kent Coast, Rochester

If you fancy a UK Christmas getaway in the South East – Haven Kent Coast in Rochester is one of their most recently refurbished holiday parks. The site boasts an indoor swimming pool to entertain the kids even when it’s cold outside, and the new adventure village has activities like a climbing wall, aerial adventure, crazy golf and junior segways – though do check which are activities are seasonal. For fun indoors, the creative craft studio should keep the kids busy too. When it comes to days out, Kent has some fabulous places to visit over the festive season. The park is 40 minutes from Christmas Lights at Leeds Castle, there’s a Christmas Market in Rochester Castle grounds and you’ll definitely want to head to the Marlowe Theatre for their incredible pantomime! For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Kent Coast Holiday Park on the Haven website.

Hopefully this article has helped you to decide which of these fabulous holiday parks is the best choice for your UK winter staycation with the kids – there are some great options for family-friendly Christmas breaks here! Make sure you check out my other Christmas articles too and, wherever you end up, have a lovely festive getaway!🎄