The 20 best UK holiday parks for teenagers

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If you’re hunting for UK holiday parks that’ll impress the older ones, then look no further as I’ve found 20 of the best sites for teenagers. My top picks have great facilities for teens including things like: high ropes, waterslides, segways, kayaking, archery, VR, sports, clip & climb, wakeboarding, surfing and all sorts. There are some fantastic teen-friendly days out nearby too and, for trips over the summer months, I’ve thrown in some beachside locations and outdoor pools – perfect! So, if you’re searching for the best family UK getaway with teenagers, here are 20 fabulous holiday parks that might just fit the bill.

1. Haven: Primrose Valley, Yorkshire

One of the most popular Haven parks, Primrose Valley is a brilliant base for a family holiday in Yorkshire with teenagers. The site offers direct beach access and an indoor adventure pool with play equipment so you can keep busy whatever the weather! There are loads of activities for kids of all ages but the older ones will enjoy the inflatable arena, ‘the jump’, pedalos, kayaking on the lake, arcades, the aerial adventure and foot golf. If you fancy doing some exploring, there are some great days out nearby too – Alpamare Waterpark (with loads of big waterslides!) is a 30 minute drive away, and the North Bay Railway and Scarborough SEA LIFE Aquarium are closeby too. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Primrose Valley Holiday Park on the Haven website.

2. Parkdean Resorts: Warmwell Holiday Park, Dorset

Parkdean Resorts Warmwell, in Dorset, is one of the best holiday parks for a year-round UK getaway with teenagers – there’s so much to do whatever the weather! It offers a variety of accommodation options including lodges with private hot tubs. The park boasts a 110m dry ski slope, an indoor heated pool with a waterslide, a roller rink, high ropes, adventure golf, a sports dome, an indoor clip & climb and all sorts! Its proximity to the Jurassic Coast makes it ideal for beach days – Durdle Door is 20 minutes away. For family-friendly days out, you’ll find places like Monkey World, the Tank Museum and Weymouth SEA LIFE Adventure Park all less than half an hour’s drive. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Warmwell Holiday Park on the Parkdean Resorts website.

3. Parkdean Resorts: Fallbarrow Holiday Park, Lake District

Highly rated on TripAdvisor, Parkdean Resorts Fallbarrow is one of the best holiday parks for a peaceful UK family staycation if you’re after a more nature-based break – and teenagers will love the water sports on offer at this Lake District site. The kids can have a go at kayaking, sailing or paddle-boarding! The park is situated on the gorgeous shores of Lake Windermere and, with hot tub lodges overlooking the lake, it offers the perfect place to unwind. There are some fabulous days out nearby, as you’ll find attractions like Windermere Lake Cruises, Wray Castle, Zip World Windermere and charming villages like Ambleside just a short drive away. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Fallbarrow Holiday Park on the Parkdean Resorts website.

4. Away Resorts: Retallack Resort, Cornwall

Away Resorts Retallack is one of the best holiday parks in Cornwall for action-packed family holidays with older kids and teenagers – and you can book lodges with hot tubs for a little bit of luxury. This site has its own waterpark with an inflatable obstacle course, a FlowRider for surfing, bike hire and wakeboarding so it’s the perfect base for a UK staycation with teens. There’s a spa for the adults too – it offers a good balance between relaxation, location and activities to keep the kids entertained. The site has an indoor swimming pool so, whatever the weather, there’s plenty to keep the whole family busy. You’ll find some great days out nearby – it’s just 20 minutes from Newquay Zoo and Cornish Rock Tors is 30 minutes away with coasteering, sea kayaking and paddle-boarding. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out the Retallack Resort on the Away Resorts website.

5. Haven: Devon Cliffs, Devon

Haven Devon Cliffs, perched on the cliffs of the Jurassic Coast in South Devon, is one of the most popular parks for a UK beach holiday and it offers lots to keep teenagers busy too! The park has direct access to a sandy beach for swimming and fossil hunting, as well as fabulous indoor and outdoor swimming pools. The site has lots of activities to entertain older kids including: tube slides, high ropes, a climbing wall, segways, ‘the jump’ and crazy golf – Devon Cliffs caters well for kids of all ages. When it comes to teen-friendly days out, Exmouth Watersports is just 15 minutes away, Go Ape Haldon Forest is around a 30 minute drive and Paignton Zoo is about an hour from the park. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Devon Cliffs Holiday Park on the Haven website.

6. Parkdean Resorts: Trecco Bay, South Wales

One of the best holiday parks in South Wales, Parkdean Resorts Trecco Bay is one of their largest sites – it’s really popular with families and there’s plenty to keep older kids and teenagers busy. Boasting direct access to Trecco Bay Beach, a stunning Blue Flag-awarded sandy shore, this park is perfect for a coastal getaway. It features a big indoor swimming pool with slides, as well as activities including: clip & climb, high ropes, bowling, arcades, VR, hoverboards, pedal karts and more! It’s a great option for a busy family getaway. When it comes to days out – LC Indoor Waterpark is nearby, Cardiff is a 40 minute drive and the National Showcaves Centre for Wales is about an hour away. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Trecco Bay Holiday Park on the Parkdean Resorts website.

7. Haven: Cleethorpes Beach, Lincolnshire

With some great facilities for teenagers, Haven Cleethorpes Beach in Lincolnshire is one of the best holiday parks for UK family getaways with older kids. It has a fabulous indoor swimming pool as well as an outdoor lazy river and bowl flume for the summer months. The park has direct beach access – you can walk along the sand to the nearby town if you fancy exploring. On site, older children and teenagers can enjoy the double story aerial adventure course, crazy golf, ‘the jump’, fishing, a climbing wall and pedal karts. There are some fantastic days out nearby – Cleethorpes Boating Lake is just a few minutes from the park, Mablethorpe Seal Sanctuary is around 45 minutes away and Skegness is an hour’s drive. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Cleethorpes Beach Holiday Park on the Haven website.

8. Parkdean Resorts: Newquay Holiday Park, Cornwall

One of the best Parkdean Resorts parks for an action-packed family holiday, Newquay Holiday Park in Cornwall has three outdoor heated pools, a 200ft waterslide and an on-site surf school that’ll keep teenagers and older kids busy. There are plenty of activities on offer including: a high ropes course, hoverboards, laser tag, bungee trampolines, sports courts, the Bear Grylls Survival Academy and arcades. There are some great teen-friendly days out nearby too – Newquay Activity Park (with coasteering, kayaking, paddle-boarding, surfing and all sorts!) is just a 10 minute drive away. Plus, the holiday park is close to some of the best beaches in Cornwall and it’s just 10 minutes from Newquay Zoo. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Newquay Holiday Park on the Parkdean Resorts website.

9. Haven: Lakeland Leisure Park, Lake District

One of the best located holiday parks, Haven Lakeland Leisure Park is a fantastic base for an active break in the Lake District with teenagers – it’s hard to beat if the kids love water sports! It boasts indoor and outdoor pools, as well as activities like kayaking, pedalos and paddle-boarding that the whole family can enjoy! On top of that, the lakeside park offers crazy golf, an aerial adventure, bike hire, NERF camp, sports, pedal-karts and archery. Not far from Lake Windermere, this Haven park is a fantastic option for a nature-based retreat. There are some fabulous days out nearby as well – you’ll find attractions like Windermere Outdoor Adventure Centre, Windermere Lake Cruises and Zip World Windermere all around a 40 minute drive away. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Lakeland Leisure Park on the Haven website.

10. Haven: Perran Sands, Cornwall

Haven Perran Sands holiday park in Cornwall is a family-favourite that offers a fantastic beachside holiday experience. Set on the clifftops above the beach, the park provides stunning views and direct access to one of Cornwall’s most popular beaches. It’s one of the best Haven holiday parks for teenagers as the kids can try body-boarding or take surfing lessons at the on-site surf school! Families can enjoy the indoor and outdoor swimming pools with waterslides and there are activities on offer for the older ones like: adventure golf, sports, pedal go-karts and a NERF training camp. There are plenty of fabulous days out nearby as well – the site is close to Newquay Zoo, the Eden Project and Lappa Valley Railway. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Perran Sands Holiday Park on the Haven website.

11. Away Resorts: Tattershall Lakes, Lincolnshire

Tattershall Lakes Country Park is one of the best holiday parks in Lincolnshire for a UK staycation with older kids and teenagers. The lakeside retreat offers water sports for the whole family, alongside both indoor and outdoor swimming pools, an aqua park on the lake and plenty of entertainment. It’s a great spot for an action-packed getaway with teens, boasting things like: high ropes, a zip wire adventure, laser tag, a NERF challenge and axe throwing. The park is well-located for days out too – you’ll find Fantasy Island Amusement Park, Lincolnshire Aviation Centre, Wolds Wildlife Park and Skegness beach all a 20-45 minute drive. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Tattershall Lakes on the Away Resorts website.

12. Parkdean Resorts: Southview Holiday Park, Skegness

Parkdean Resorts Southview in Skegness ticks all the boxes – it has some of the best activities on offer for older kids and teenagers. This popular holiday park offers: crazy golf, high ropes, battle zone shooting, laser tag, bungee trampolines, hoverboards, VR, a climbing wall, archery, sports and more – there’s no chance that the kids will get bored! There’s even a Bear Grylls Survival Academy and an indoor swimming pool! It’s just a short 10 minute drive from Skegness’ sandy shore and there are loads of accommodation options – from a hotel stay, to caravans and hot tub getaways. For days out, Natureland Seal Sanctuary, Fantasy Island Amusement Park, Lincolnshire Wildlife Park and Big Kidz Karting are all nearby. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Southview Holiday Park on the Parkdean Resorts website.

13. Haven: Combe Haven Holiday Park, Sussex

Combe Haven Holiday Park, in Sussex, has a lovely outdoor pool (with a space bowl flume that older kids will absolutely love!) and an indoor swimming pool. The park also boasts an indoor games and sports area for all-weather fun, and plenty to keep older kids and teenagers entertained including: bungee trampolines, archery, foot golf, a climbing wall, segways and a NERF training camp. The location is perfect for family-friendly days out with teens too. Hastings Pier and open air cinema, Eastbourne Pier and The Battle of Hastings site (try to catch a reenactment day!) are all just a short drive away. And, about an hour’s drive from the park you’ll find Maverick Boat Adventures – their rapid RIB boat ride looks amazing! For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Combe Haven Holiday Park on the Haven website.

14. Parkdean Resorts: Ty Mawr Holiday Park, North Wales

Parkdean Resorts Ty Mawr, in North Wales, is an excellent choice for families seeking a fun-filled holiday. Located near the stunning beaches of Rhyl and Prestatyn, this lively park offers a mix of exciting activities and breathtaking scenery with easy access to Snowdonia National Park – it’s so worth the climb! One of its standout features is the indoor swimming pool (complete with a waterslide), and the park also boasts activities like: VR, archery, laser quest, a sports dome and high ropes – providing plenty of entertainment for active teens. This place has some brilliant days out nearby – Llandudno Cable Car is around half an hour away, you can ride the Welsh Heritage Railway and Zip World Penrhyn Quarry is about a 40 minute drive. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Ty Mawr Holiday Park on the Parkdean Resorts website.

15. Haven: Thornwick Bay, Yorkshire

Haven Thornwick Bay is situated on the rugged Yorkshire coast near Flamborough – it offers a unique blend of coastal scenery and family-friendly activities. The location is perfect for those who love exploring dramatic cliffs and hidden coves, with spectacular walking trails nearby. Thornwick Bay itself boasts a beautiful rocky coastline, ideal for rock-pooling and wildlife spotting. The site has an indoor swimming pool and it’s one of the best Haven holiday parks for entertaining teenagers with water sports like kayaking and paddle-boarding, a climbing wall, bike hire and segways. You can also enjoy days out at places like Flamingo Land, North Bay Railway, SEA LIFE Scarborough and Go Ape Dalby. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Thornwick Bay Holiday Village on the Haven website.

16. Parkdean Resorts: Cayton Bay, Yorkshire

Overlooking the beautiful Cayton Bay in Yorkshire, Cayton Bay Holiday Park is a haven for nature lovers and beach enthusiasts, plus the park offers lodges with private hot tubs. Another one of the best UK holiday parks for action packed family holidays, this site offers plenty of activities suitable for older kids and teenagers. The kids can enjoy the indoor pool complex with a waterslide, hoverboards, high ropes, adventure golf, VR, sports and table tennis. For fun days out, its proximity to the historic town of Scarborough and the scenic North York Moors provides ample opportunities for exploring. North Bay Railway and Go Ape Dalby are also just a short drive from the park, and Alpamare Waterpark (with lots of big waterslides!) is less than 20 minutes away. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Cayton Bay Holiday Park on the Parkdean Resorts website.

17. 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 activities to cater to kids of all ages. It has a fantastic indoor pool complex (with waterslides and a wave pool – my kids loved it!), a high ropes course, segways, bungee trampolines, a NERF training camp, an inflatable arena, batfast and a boating lake with pedalos. There are some brilliant teen-friendly days out nearby too – this park is the perfect base for climbing Mount Snowdon (it’s so worth the climb!), you can ride the Welsh Heritage Railway and Zip World Penrhyn Quarry is around a 50 minute drive away. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Hafan y Mor Holiday Park on the Haven website.

18. Parkdean Resorts: Sandford Holiday Park, Dorset

Dorset is one of my favourite spots for a UK staycation and Sandford Parkdean Resorts has loads of activities suitable for older kids and teenagers. The site boasts a high ropes, a VR area, crazy golf, bungee trampolines, archery, sports courts, pedal karts and the Bear Grylls Survival Academy. The park also has both indoor and outdoor swimming pools – perfect for fun whatever the weather – and hot tub lodges if you’d like a little bit of luxury. Its proximity to the stunning Jurassic Coast, including Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door, makes it an ideal base for exploring. For teen-friendly days out, Monkey World, Splashdown Waterpark and the Tank Museum are all about a 15 minute drive from the holiday park – perfect! For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Sandford Holiday Park on the Parkdean Resorts website.

19. Parkdean Resorts: Camber Sands, East Sussex

Parkdean Resorts Camber Sands in East Sussex is another one of best sites for a busy family UK staycation – it’s on the beach and there are loads of great days out for teenagers nearby too! This park sits right beside the longest sandy dunes in the county – perfect for swimming and sunbathing. On the park itself, you’ll find four indoor heated swimming pools and plenty for older kids to do including: a climbing wall, high ropes, VR, laser quest, pool kayaking, the Bear Grylls Survival Academy, mini drones, a sports dome and more! For teen-friendly days out nearby, Lydd Watersports (with a brilliant lake aqua park) and Lydd Kart Circuit are both just a 10 minute drive away, and you could visit Dover Castle and Port Lympne Safari Park too. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Camber Sands Holiday Park on the Parkdean Resorts website.

20. Parkdean Resorts: Tummel Valley, Scotland

For families who would prefer a more peaceful break, Tummel Valley Holiday Park offers a calm countryside setting close to scenic woodlands and nature trails in Scotland. The park provides a variety of accommodations, including luxury lodges with private hot tubs, ideal for relaxation amidst Scotland’s natural beauty. Amenities include a heated indoor pool with aqua activities, a bar and restaurant, adventure golf and sports. Its strategic location makes it a perfect starting point for exploring nearby attractions such as Pitlochry and the Cairngorms National Park. For adventurous days out that older kids and teenagers will adore – Highland Safaris and Nae Limits Adventure Activities are both within a 30 minute drive too. For more information, and prices for your dates, click here to check out Tummel Valley Holiday Park on the Parkdean Resorts website.

As you can see there are lots of fantastic holiday parks that offer activities for teenagers, so if you’re looking for the best spot for a family-friendly UK staycation with older kids then hopefully this article has helped! Make sure you check out my other UK holiday guides on the blog for itineraries, destination guides and money-saving tips. If you’ve not found what you’re after, or fancy skipping the UK for a bit of sunshine, take a look at my article: The 20 best Eurocamp holidays for teenagers and older kids for loads of teen-friendly holiday parks in Europe. Happy holiday hunting! 😊