Forest Holidays

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Whether you are looking for a last minute family escape or want a holiday where you can spend some quality time without the distractions of city living. Forest holidays are a great choice for families who love adventure, fresh air and making lasting memories.

From leading Forest Holiday Parks like Center Parcs to something a little more remote like wild camping in the Lake District, there’s lots of appealing choices to choose from.

Sherwood Castle Holiday Forest

Care to stop in the most famous forest in England? Nestled in 40 acres of forest in Sherwood Forest, this holiday park offers a wide range of cosy cabins ranging between £300 – £550. Sherwood Castle Holiday Park is great for young families due to its wide range of fun activities.

Your kids will love the petting adorable animals in the farm Animal Corner. Explore endless nature trails and swing like monkeys around the outdoor adventure play areas. Be a daredevil and go mountain biking for the day – equipment is always available to hire.

You can stay active active all week/weekend long with all the grreat sporting activities on offer too. Sharpen your eye and posture in the archery and crossbow sessions. Enjoy the family pool, and don’t forget to check our the badminton and tennis courts too.

Info & Pricing

  • Location Sherwood Forest. Sherwood Pines Forest Park. Edwinstowe. Nottinghamshire. NG21 9JH.
  • Price £300 - £550
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The Hayloft Barn, Delamere Forest

Looking for a little more luxury? Forget the lodges and campsites, if you are looking for a forest holiday more on the forest borders then The Hayloft, Norley could be for you! This rural escape is a 5 minute drive from the beautiful forest of Delamere. It is also a short distance from Acton bridge, Cuddington and Frodsham train stations. Did we forget to say it’s close to the Sandstone Trail too?

This airbnb has been transformed from an old barn into a rustic and elegant family space with an 18th century courtyard. Set in the countryside, you can wake up to the distant munching sounds of horses, grazing in the field.

You can enjoy the peace & quiet while gazing out at the panoramic views of the Peak District, Derbyshire. However, if you are after adventure rather than relaxation, you can head out into the nearby forests. Go hiking, cycling, or riding as there are stables are nearby. This holiday home is the ideal spot for families with Go Ape nearby too, you are spoilt for choice!

Info & Pricing

  • Location Norley. England. United Kingdom. (exact location will given when booked).
  • Price £225 per night. £1750 for 7 days
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Center Parcs

Here we have the ultimate family favourite for forest holidays! Center Parcs has multiple locations spanning across the UK and is known for its excellent facilities and outdoor activities that the whole family can get stuck into. It has 5 locations in the UK & Ireland’s most beautiful forests like Longleat, Woburn, Sherwood Forest, Whinfell Forest and Longford (Ireland)! The best Center Parcs locations are said to be Sherwood and Whinfell!

Center Parcs offer impressive facilities like the all-year round Subtropical Swimming Paradise. Here you can tackle the Wild Water Rapids, swim in a pool that is heated to 29.5C all year round and decked in lush green tropical plants and trees. There is themed adventure golf courses, an aqua sana spa, outdoor inflatable parks, cycling trails, boating adventures and so much more. Each Center Parcs resort has up to 200 activites for for all ages! 

There are different types of locations available at each Center Parcs Resort. From forest lodges, spectacular treehouses, luxury spa suites, dog-friendly lodges, and campsites too. Dine out at a selection of family-friendly restaurants and feel relaxed knowing there are onsite shops like the ParcMarket supermarket.

Info & Pricing

  • Location Longleat. Woburn. Sherwood Forest. Whinfell Forest and Longford.
  • Price Check the website for accommodation and location prices.
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Glamping Holiday in the Forest of Dean

One of the most picturesque forest locations to holiday in is the Forest of Dean! From £32 a night you can glamp in the Bracelands from April until October each year! Jump into a wonderful world of outdoor fun and evergreen adventures.

Snuggle down to the sound of rustling trees and hooting owls, and wake up to fabulous views of Gloucestershire’s famous countryside. There’s no forest feeling quite like it! Hunker down in a spacious family-sized safari tent with two separate bedrooms, comfortable beds, blackout blinds (great for kids and light sleepers), a lounge and sofa area, and even your own mini kitchen.

If you are looking for things to do nearby then prepare to be blown away… Take the kids to The Wye Valley Visitor Centre. here, you’ll find the Jubilee Maze and the exotic Butterfly Zoo (a good option if rain stops play). The surrounding area of your glamping pod is perfect for cycling, picnic hikes, pony trekking, and all manners of woodland adventures.

Nearby is The Doward, where you will find a range of wooded hills criss-crossed with trails and ancient landmarks, including a hillfort on Little Doward and the mysterious King Arthur’s Cave…

Info & Pricing

  • Location Bracelands Camping in the Forest Site. Bracelands Drive. Christchurch. Coleford. Gloucestershire. GL16 7NP.
  • Price £32 a night
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Cropton Forest

Set in a delightful Meadow in North Yorkshire, Cropton Forest is surrounded by moorland, stretching coastlines and a number of historic attractions. If you are looking for luxury accommodation, then feel free to choose from 57 woodland cabins in the heart of Cropton Forest. Psst, there’s hot tub cabins available too!

The kids will love going horse riding or heading down to the beach, which is only half an hour away in the car! Spend your nights stargazing into crystal clear skies or mum and dad can wander over to The Great Yorkshire Brewery Tour. Go Ape Dalby Forest is a short distance away too, which is the perfect place to visit & add your family adventure.

The Golden Oak Cabin is the most ideal cabin for families as it sleep 1-6 guests and is closest to Yorkshire’s most famous beauty spots. They have a hot tub on the decking, a log burning stove, and a gas BBQ – the little extras that go a long way, am I right?

Info & Pricing

  • Location Forest Holidays Cropton. Cropton. Pickering. YO18 8ES
  • Price Please check website as prices vary
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Found somewhere idyllic to go on your next family adventure? whether it’s a forest cabin holiday, glamping holiday or a holiday in the countryside with direct access to a forest. There’s lots of great forest holidays in the UK to choose from!

For more holiday inspo head over to our travel page on the Hub! Here you’ll find lots of great articles from Dog-Friendly Campsites in Cornwall to the Best Theme Park Holidays in the UK, and so much more. Happy holidaying!

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