Which Away Resorts Offer Winterfest Christmas Breaks?

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If you’re dreaming of a festive UK getaway that’s packed with twinkling lights, fun and a sprinkle of magic, then an Away Resorts Winterfest break at one of their family-friendly holiday parks might just be the perfect Christmas treat. Most of the Away Resorts holiday parks offer seasonal opening times but 5 of their resorts transform for festive holidays where the little ones can meet Santa, parents can relax into the holiday spirit and everyone can make memories to last a lifetime over the Christmas season.

These Away Resorts Winterfest holidays feature a range of Christmas activities designed to create a magical festive atmosphere – you could even book a hot tub lodge for an extra treat too! Guests can enjoy things like: beautifully decorated areas throughout the park, festive food, shows, Christmas activities and all sorts. The Away Resorts Winterfest breaks run from the 20th November to the 20th December 2026 to get you feeling festive ready for Christmas.

So, keep reading and I’ll give you the low down on what you can expect from the Away Resorts Winterfest holidays with a little about each of the holiday parks that offer the Christmas breaks – including the location, family-friendly facilities and the wintery days out nearby. These sites are (fortunately!) well positioned for wintery walks, Christmas markets, festive fun and indoor attractions.

Which Away Resorts holiday parks offer the Winterfest Christmas breaks?

The Away Resorts Christmas experience is available at five of their parks – Sandy Balls Holiday Village, Retallack Resort, Tattershall Lakes Country Park, Mill Rythe Coastal Village and St Ives Bay Beach Resort. Prices start from around £200 for a three night stay and it’s a wonderful way to add a bit of sparkle to the festive season without overspending. Here’s everything that you need to know about the 5 Away Resorts holiday parks open for Christmas getaways – and I hope you have a fab time at Winterfest!

1. Retallack Resort, Cornwall

If you fancy a Christmas break in Cornwall, take a look at Away Resorts Retallack holiday park – you can book lodges with hot tubs for a little bit of luxury and there’s plenty to keep the kids busy with their Winterfest activities. Festive crafts, teddy bear making, the Christmas Post Office and Mrs Claus’ kitchen are just a few of the things on offer. The site has an indoor swimming pool for fun whatever the weather – plus there’s a spa for the adults! You’ll find some great days out nearby – it’s just 20 minutes from Newquay Zoo and 10 minutes from Camel Creek Adventure Park – both offer festive activities! For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Retallack Resort Winterfest on the Away Resorts website.

2. Tattershall Lakes Country Park, 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 festive crafts, Santa meets and shows in the Winterfest Spiegeltent. 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 check which activities are seasonal.) For festive days out – enjoy 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.

3. Sandy Balls Holiday Village, 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. 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 activities, an illuminated forest, festive food and Santa meets. Just a few minutes from the park, you can enjoy winter walks in the New Forest. For family-friendly days out, Paultons Park / Peppa Pig World, Moors Valley and Winchester Christmas Market are 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. Mill Rythe Coastal Village, Hampshire

On the lovely Hayling Island, Mill Rythe Coastal Village 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 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.

5. St Ives Bay Beach Resort, Cornwall

St Ives Bay Beach Resort is a great option for a festive retreat in Cornwall, with direct beach access for wintery walks. 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 Christmas. For 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.

Hopefully this article has helped you to decide which of these fabulous holiday parks is the best option for your UK Winterfest staycation – click here to find out more about the Away Resorts Christmas breaks on their website. And, for even more options for a fun family getaway over the Christmas period, check out: The 20 best UK holiday parks for Christmas breaks with kids. Happy holidays! 🎄