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Family holidays in and around Dorset
Updated: 1/5/2015
Tourists from far and wide eagerly head to Dorset and the South West to enjoy what residents are simply blessed with on a daily basis - mile upon mile of stunning sandy beaches, a majestic rugged coastline that is hard to match anywhere else in the country and when the sun shines – well, who needs to go abroad?
If you are looking to treat your family to a holiday a little closer to home we’ve added a few ideas here for you...
Plus - Just think of the money you will save on travel costs!
Crealy Meadows – it’s a place where you’ll want to Camp-elot!
Book a unique break in a luxury tent that captures the spirit of a Medieval crusade.... whilst offering more home comforts than you could possibly expect from a camping experience. Crealy Meadows’ brand new and exclusive Medieval Pavilions capture the essence of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table right in the heart of the Devonshire countryside.
Inside it’s more ‘glamping’ than ‘camping’, with accommodation for up to eight in bedrooms furnished with pine beds, a full-size wood burning range-style cooker and a fully equipped kitchen. The brand new camping experience opens in May and also offers stylish Safari Tents appointed to the same luxurious standards as well as pitches for caravans, motorhomes or tents. First class facilities include modern showers, family bathrooms, a laundrette and dishwashing facilities, there’s even free WiFi. To book call 01395 234888 or visit www.crealymeadows.co.uk. Crealy Meadows is located next to Crealy Adventure Park, near Exeter in Devon.
Enjoy an adventurous break close to home
The Townsend Centre is one of six Outdoor Education Centres run by Widehorizons Trust. Situated on Dorset’s World Heritage Coast and overlooking Swanage Bay, the Centre is surrounded by diverse locations for a range of activities. The Centre is open all year round, and sleeps 115 people in brand new and refurbished accommodation. All activities and teaching programmes are tailored to each educational group and are delivered by an experienced team.
Full courses and accommodation are offered throughout the school holidays, but in addition during the holidays, The Townsend Centre offers hostel style B&B accommodation, ideal for family re-unions and groups looking for walking, cycling, diving and sailing holidays on the Jurassic Coast. All the rooms are en-suite and range from singles, twins, and bunk rooms. B&B prices per room per night start at £32.00. For more details see www.widehorizons.org.uk/townsendaccommodation or call 01929 422448
Luxurious facilities at East Fleet Farm Touring Park
East Fleet Farm Touring Park in Weymouth, Dorset has plenty to be proud of this year. Not only are they celebrating their 25th anniversary, they have also scooped the prestigious Gold David Bellamy Award for Conservation for a terrific tenth year running. Investment never ceases and 2012 will bring a brand new luxury shower facility, with under floor heating, large indoor dish wash room and spacious disabled shower room. Onsite facilities include a bar and restaurant open with an outdoor patio area that boasts stunning views and sunsets over a Lagoon. There is also children’s play area and indoor play barn with table tennis and gym equipment.
With the Olympic sailing events coming to Weymouth this summer there is a fantastic calendar of events and opportunities to view the races free of charge every day of the Olympic fortnight either from the beach on a large screen or along the miles of footpaths that follow the bay. East Fleet is also keen to support the Paralympic games and is offering a huge discount of 7 nights for the price of 5 from 1st September. For more information go to www.eastfleet.co.uk or call 01305 785768. You will find East Fleet Farm at Chickerell, Weymouth, DT3 4DW