2017 saw a lot of love for the staycation, and this year looks set to be no different. While we love dipping our toes into the unknown of far flung waters, there is also much to be said for swimming with the tide closer to home. Yes, make no mistake, the Great British getaway has a lot going for it. Pertinent then, that from January 2018, Landal GreenParks will offer a trio of lodge-based locations across the UK, thanks to the opening of their first UK coastal park; Landal Gwel an Mor on Cornwall’s north coast. So, here are 10 IDEAL ways to enjoy a memorable holiday with Landal GreenParks.
SOAK UP SOME HOT TUB STARGAZING
Located under the largest expanse of protected dark sky in Europe – the Northumberland International Dark Sky Park – Landal Kielder Waterside is the perfect spot to wish upon a star from a private star gazing pod or outdoor hot tub.
CATCH THE PERFECT WAVE
Gwel an Mor is Cornish for ‘views of the sea’ so it’s little wonder that Landal’s newest park is a fabulous place for all the family to learn how to surf. Thanks to expert tuition from the neighbouring water sports school, beginners and improvers alike will master their boards in no time.
LET THE LITTLE MONKEYS ROAM FREE
For under 12s who’ve had their fill of the British weather, the Little Monkeys indoor play centre at Landal Darwin Forest has dedicated 7,000 square feet to keeping them entertained. From a four-lane slide, rope swings and soft play for younger members to an Activity Den complete with arcade games, air hockey and table tennis, the multi-tiered Adventure Zone is as adored by kids as it is appreciated by their parents.
TAKE A STROLL THROUGH THE SEASONS
With each of Landal GreenParks’ three UK parks offering scenic forest trails and woodland walks that take in the best of their natural environment, holidaymakers have every opportunity to explore the UK countryside at their own pace all year round.
HAVE FUN ON THE FARM
Landal Gwel an Mor’s on-site wildlife encounters allow guests to get up close with the friendly local fauna through night walks, rock pooling, falconry and even badger watching. There’s even an opportunity to hand-feed the Feadon Farm foxes.
ENJOY A PAMPER SESSION
In keeping with Landal GreenPark’s trademark hospitality, each UK park has its own on-site spa, complete with soothing spa treatments, to ensure guests can leave their everyday stresses behind and emerge from their break fully re-energised.
FALL BACK IN LOVE WITH CYCLING
With bike rental on site, 27 miles of traffic-free trails around a picturesque lake that are ripe for exploring plus a bike park for fine-tuning those balance skills, Landal Kielder Waterside is a pedalling paradise.
UNLEASH YOUR INNER ROBIN HOOD
Find out first-hand why The Hunger Games and Game of Thrones has helped make archery one of the UK’s fastest growing sports. For anyone keen to learn a new skill whilst making the most of the great outdoors, an archery class in Landal Darwin Forest is sure to hit the spot.
ESCAPE TO AN ENCHANTED FOREST
Would-be Tinker Bells can perfect their fairy skills next year whilst holidaying in the heart of Northumberland’s Kielder Forest Park thanks to a new weekly Fairy School at Landal Kielder Waterside. Children aged two upwards will be transported into a charming world of make-believe in an hour-long session sure to leave young family members spellbound.
CHECK OUT CORNWALL’S ARTISTIC CREDENTIALS
The newly transformed Tate St Ives, just 15 miles away from the new Landal Gwel an Mor, reopened in October after a four-year refurbishment. Built into the cliff face, one of next year’s cultural highlights is sure to be the Virginia Woolf exhibition, inspired by the celebrated author’s writing.
