South East England holiday parks with self catering accommodation

Forest Edge, Ringwood, Hampshire, South East England

Self catering accommodation is available at Forest Edge. This small 9 acre park is ideally positioned to explore the delights of the New Forest and offers great access to the popular resorts of Poole and Bournemouth new for 2010 is the Surf Reef at Boscombe. Facilities on the park include an outdoor pool children's play area and a 5-a-side football/netball area whilst guests are given free passes to the facilities at Oakdene Forest Park just one mile away (featured on page 150).

• Outdoor swimming pool
• Five-a-side football and netball area
• Mini market
• Children's play area
• Games room
• Launderette*

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Frenchmans Beach, Rye, East Sussex, South East England

Self catering accommodation is available at Frenchmans Beach. Whatever your taste Frenchman's Beach offers you the perfect setting for a relaxing holiday – a splendid location on the South Coast next to a nature reserve and just a mile from the beach.

Battle (of 1066 fame) is close by and the historic south coast Cinque Port of Rye is nearby – its ancient town centre with cobbled streets and timber framed buildings and the constant bustle of its fascinating fishing harbour offer a wealth of interests.

• Covered leisure complex with heated fun pool
• Sauna*and spa bath
• Play field for football and general sports
• Pool table*
• Clubhouse with family entertainment discos and Plasma TV with Sky Sports
• Playground for 5–14s
• Children's club
• Amusement arcade*
• Bingo*
• Wi-Fi access (in club)
• Launderette*

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Winchelsea Sands, Rye, East Sussex, South East England

Self catering accommodation is available at Winchelsea Sands. In an enviable location just a short stroll from the beach Winchelsea Sands backs onto open fields and commands delightful views of the glorious Sussex downs.

An excellent base for exploring this beautiful and peaceful corner of England a host of orchards hop fields and pretty villages surround the park. Historic Rye the ancient Cinque Ports the numerous attractions of Canterbury and many places of interest are all within easy reach.

Among the facilities for you to enjoy on the park are an attractive outdoor heated pool children's play areas and a children's club. Once the sun goes down you can relax or be entertained by the occasional shows and dancing in the family entertainment venue.

• Outdoor heated swimming pool
• Sports field
• Clubhouse with family entertainment
• Plasma TV with Sky Sports
• Children's Club
• Takeaway
• Amusement arcade*
• Adventure playground with under 5s play area
• Wi-Fi access (in club)
• Launderette*

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Rookley Country Park, Rookley, Isle of Wight, South East England

Self catering accommodation is available at Rookley Country Park. Situated in 22 acres of beautiful landscaped grounds in the heart of this stunning island Rookley offers a great base for exploring the many delights the Isle of Wight has to offer.

The accommodation enjoys an attractive setting within lawned grounds which boast an abundance of flora fauna and wildlife yet the main facilities are all close at hand – including indoor and outdoor pools. There are also two well-stocked fishing lakes offering quality angling for both experts and beginners alike. The park's Lakeside restaurant provides the ideal venue for enjoying a meal before settling down in the Midnight bar to take in the live entertainment on offer every evening which guarantees that the fun will last late into the night.

• Family entertainment
• Bar and restaurant
• Amusements*
• Weekly firework display (Jul 19–Aug 29)
• Children's playground
• Launderette*

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Riverside Caravan Park, Bognor Regis, West Sussex, South East England

Self catering accommodation is available at Riverside Caravan Park. Set in 42 acres of grassland with tree lined roads this long established family owned park sits on the edge of the popular seaside town of Bognor Regis. The ideal base for a relaxing and fun filled family holiday.

Children are well catered for with their own Rascals Club (4–13s) with its programme of fun activities and games. A clubhouse offers entertainment for the whole family including cabarets discos bingo live music and dancing.

Bognor Regis with its pier Hotham Park and varied shops offers a host of family attractions and the historic town of Chichester famous for its magnificent cathedral and internationally-renowned Festival Theatre is only 6 miles away. Goodwood one of the most beautiful horse racing tracks in the country and also home to motor racing is 7 miles.

Other places of interest in the area • Portsmouth Harbour (25 miles) • Littlehampton • Brighton (31 miles) • Isle of Wight (by ferry) (36 miles)

• Indoor heated swimming pool and spa pool
• Outdoor heated swimming pool
• Pool tables*
• Snooker*
• Outdoor heated children's fun pool
• Clubhouse with snack bar and evening family entertainment
• Children's Rascals Club (4–13s)
• Amusement centre*
• Children's play area
• Wi-Fi access*
• Launderette*

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Gurnard Pines, Cowes, Isle of Wight, South East England

Self catering accommodation is available at Gurnard Pines. Gurnard Pines enjoys a countryside setting close to the yachting haven of Cowes. Set within 55 acres of woodland these spacious holiday homes furnished to a high standard provide visitors with an ideal base for a relaxing holiday.

The heart of the resort boasts an array of sports and leisure facilitie and activities for all ages to enjoy all year round whilst those looking for quieter moments will find this an excellent location from which to discover the nearby delights and the many beautiful sandy beaches this stunning island has to offer. So  whether your idea of the perfect holiday is getting active or taking it easy there is all you need here to tempt couples families and friends alike.

NEW

February Half Term 'Go Active Taster'

Midweek active breaks including fencing archery snorkelling tennis coaching and much more

• Indoor heated 25m swimming pool
• Outdoor heated swimming pool with water play area
• Fitness classes and gym (over 16s)*
• Floodlit tennis courts*
• Woodland nature walks
• High ropes*
• Cro-kick* Disc golf* fencing* table tennis* and petanque*
• Archery* Aeroball* Sea Scooters* Snorkelling* WaterWalkerz* Raft Building* Inflatable Canoeing*
• FUNdamentals* (gymnastics for under 6s)
• Summer Barbecues (Jul 16-Sep 3)
• Sun terrace
• Bar bistro and takeaway
• Soft play area (3–12)
• Creche* (1–8)
• Outdoor play area
• Maid service*
• Service washes*
• In-Lodge therapies*
• Wi-Fi access*

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Ashcroft Coast, Isle of Sheppey, Kent, South East England

Self catering accommodation is available at Ashcroft Coast. Overlooking the mighty River Thames as it reaches the sea Ashcroft Coast is ideally situated for exploring the many scenic and historic attractions of Kent. You could even visit France for a day!

There is a host of outdoor sports and all the games and activities on hand for children. Once the day is over relax with a drink or a takeaway before taking in the great entertainment at the Waterside Tavern.

• Indoor and outdoor heated pool complex with spa bath
• Water Resorts programme
• All-weather sports area
• Sports Resorts programme
• Pool* Darts
• Waterside Tavern with entertainment
• Children's club for 5–11s
• Adventure playground
• Amusements*
• Wi-Fi*
• Takeaway
• Launderette*

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Riverside Holidays, Hamble, Hampshire, South East England

Self catering accommodation is available at Riverside Holidays. Riverside offers you an exceptionally comfortable holiday home and a superb location just 20 minutes' walk from the picturesque village of Hamble with its marina and welcoming pubs restaurants and shops. Less than half a mile away is a licensed club where you can enjoy a choice of reasonably priced meals. About 8 miles from Southampton you are within easy reach of a host of local attractions.

Cycle hire* celebration packs* and launderette* available all year round on the park. *Charges apply.

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Oakdene Forest Park, Ringwood, Hampshire, South East England

Self catering accommodation is available at Oakdene Forest Park. Oakdene Forest Park is the perfect choice for your family holiday near the New Forest. Relax and explore the area by day and then enjoy evening entertainment. The park offers immediate access for walkers and cyclists to the Hurn forest as well as the easily accessible 26km Castleman Trailway. Bournemouth with its award winning beaches is just 9 miles away and new for 2010 is the Surf Reef at nearby Boscombe.

The indoor pool has a flume and shallow beach area while the outdoor pool area boasts two shallow fun pools. To relax Oakdene offers a sauna steam room and spa bath or if you are feeling energetic there is the state of the art gym crazy golf and table tennis. For children there is a play area and Game Zone with video games.

The Oakdene Country Club offers a bistro style eating area and the Oak entertainment suite where you can dance the night away to regular guest groups or a disco.

• Oakdene Country Club including Oak entertainment suite** and children's club
• Bar and Colour Café/takeaway
• Sauna and steam room and spa bath
• Children's play area
• Internet kiosk
• Amusements*
• Wi-Fi access* (within club house)
• Crazy golf*
• Shop with bakery and off licence
• Launderette*

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Two Chimneys, Birchington, Kent, South East England

Self catering accommodation is available at Two Chimneys. Set in 40 acres of lush Kent countryside this 5 star family run park sits conveniently just a few minutes drive from the coast boasting miles of sandy beaches. The park's setting offers a great base to explore the ever popular traditional seaside towns of Margate Ramsgate and Broadstairs.

Our holiday homes offer great comfort and style and are the perfect choice for both family holidays and relaxing breaks.

• Family entertainment
• Bar and conservatory
• Snack bar and takeaway
• Amusements*
• Children's play areas

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152