Why UK Staycations with Haven Holidays Are More Popular Than Ever

British holidays have never looked better. With 38 coastal parks spread across England, Wales and Scotland, Haven Holidays has become the go-to choice for families wanting quality time by the sea without the hassle of airports.

Each park sits within easy reach of sandy beaches and come with heated swimming pools, entertainment venues and on-site restaurants. You’ll often find some great deals with Short breaks starting from just a low deposit, and you can spread the cost over monthly payments.

So what makes a Haven break so appealing?

• Every single park includes a heated indoor pool.
• Kids eat for £1 at most on-site restaurants.
• And with accommodation ranging from budget-friendly Saver caravans to luxurious lodges with hot tubs, there really is something for every family and budget.

Here are four of our standout parks we think you’ll love!

Perran Sands: Cornwall’s Surf Coast Escape

This park sits enjoys three miles of beach on Cornwall’s popular north coast with direct access via a coastal pathway.

The town has an interesting surf heritage too! After World War One, local undertaker Tom Tremewan heard returning soldiers talk about South African surfers and became inspired. He then shaped the UK’s very first surfboards – from coffin lids! These days, multiple surf schools operate along the beach for beginners through to advanced riders.

On-park facilities include:

• Indoor pool with flumes and a lazy river (open late May to September)
• Outdoor heated pool open during summer months
• Adventure golf course
• Live Lounge entertainment venue with nightly shows
• Surf Bay Café serving fresh seafood and Cornish cream teas
• Papa Johns, Cook’s Fish & Chips and Slim Chickens
• FunWorks cashless amusement arcade
• Beach Shack shop for buckets, spades and bodyboards

You’ll find accommoadation options for all budgets too. Saver caravans offer great value. Gold caravans in the Penhallow area now come with air conditioning – a genuine bonus on hot summer days. Fancy something different? Try the Geo Domes or Safari Tents for a glamping experience. For pure luxury, the Beach Houses feature private hot tubs with sea views.

There’s plenty to see and do close to the park with The Eden Project just 22 miles away. Newquay town centre sits just a 15-minute drive down the coast while Healey’s Cyder Farm offers tastings and tours nearby.

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Berwick: Castles, Cliffs and Puffin Watching in Northumberland!

This Haven holiday park sits on the Northumberland coast just outside the historic border town of Berwick-upon-Tweed. The views here are nothing short of spectacular and  Accommodation spreads across a North Sea-facing slope with two sandy beaches to enjoy during your stay.

The surrounding area is packed with history such as Alnwick Castle, used in the first two Harry Potter films – is a 29-mile drive south. Bamburgh Castle dominates the coastline at 21 miles away, and the mysterious Holy Island of Lindisfarne is accessed by a tidal causeway that appears when the tide drops.

Park highlights:

• Heated indoor and outdoor swimming pools with water chute
• The Briggs of Tweed restaurant and bar
• ShowBar entertainment venue with family shows
• Papa Johns pizza delivery to your caravan via the My Haven app
• Cook’s Fish & Chips
• Mini Mart for essentials
• Access to two dog-friendly beaches

Accommodation ranges from Saver caravans right up to Emerald Lodges at 16ft wide with 40-inch TVs and modern furnishings. Dog-friendly units are available given those gorgeous beaches below the park. The train station in Berwick-upon-Tweed is just one mile away with services running between London King’s Cross and Edinburgh.

One reviewer summed it up nicely: “Beautiful setting, great coastal walks, and Berwick town centre is only a 10 minute walk from the caravan site.”

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Lakeland Leisure Park: Gateway to the Lake District!

This is Haven’s only park with its own water sports centre. Set on a former WW2 airfield near Grange-over-Sands in Cumbria, Lakeland Leisure Park has a naturally flat landscape with a beautiful lake at its heart.

Try kayaking, canoeing, paddleboarding or pedalos on the park’s activity lake.

The setting puts you within 30 minutes of Lake Windermere, Coniston Water and some of the most spectacular scenery in Europe. But you don’t have to venture far. While the park itself offers plenty to keep families busy across a stay.

What’s on offer:

• Indoor and outdoor heated swimming pools
• On-site water sports centre with equipment hire
• Marina Lounge entertainment venue
• 9-hole par 36 golf course
• Aerial Adventure course
• Burger King (opened recently)
• Brand new JD Wetherspoon pub opening Spring 2026 – the first on any holiday park in Cumbria!
• Tennis courts, bowling green and sports field
• FunWorks arcade

The Lake District delivers on day trips. Cartmel village is famous for its sticky toffee pudding and 12th-century Priory. Holker Hall with its 23 acres of gardens sits just two miles away – Downton Abbey fans might recognise it. The Lakeland Motor Museum at Backbarrow houses over 30,000 exhibits for car enthusiasts.

Accommodation includes everything from budget Saver caravans to Diamond Lodges at 20ft wide. The Signature lodges and caravans occupy prime lakeside spots – perfect for watching sunsets over the water. The park welcomes dogs and sits just two miles from Cark-in-Cartmel train station.

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Rockley Park: Poole Harbour Views and Jurassic Coast Access

This is Haven’s flagship park and sits at the mouth of the Rock Lea River overlooking Poole Harbour – the second-largest natural harbour in the world after Sydney!

The park has its own sailing school and water sports centre and you have the lovely Ham Common nature reserve sits right next door. You’re also a 10-minute drive from Poole town centre and 15 minutes from Bournemouth’s beaches.

Facilities worth knowing about:

• Indoor and outdoor pools linked by a SplashZone
• Outdoor flume
• Climbing wall
• Crazy golf
• On-site sailing school and water sports centre
• Mash and Barrel restaurant
• Live Lounge entertainment venue
• On-park spa for grown-up relaxation
• Burger King opening Spring 2026
• Adjacent beach for paddling and rockpooling

The Jurassic Coast UNESCO World Heritage Site runs for 96 miles along the Dorset and Devon coastline. Sandbanks Beach is a 25-minute drive. The famous Lulworth Cove with its near-perfect circular bay takes 40 minutes. Corfe Castle ruins make for a memorable day out with the kids too … weather permitting!

Choose from caravans in five grades (Saver through to Gold) plus quirky glamping Pods – with convertible living and sleeping spaces that work brilliantly for couples or small families.

Emerald and Diamond Lodges offer the ultimate in space and comfort. A Gold Lodge comes with a washing machine, dishwasher and ensuite bathrooms in both bedrooms!

One recent guest wrote: “Our accommodation was exceptional. A Gold Lodge in a secure part of the site with every possible facility you required.”

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What Every Haven Park Includes

Whichever park you choose, certain things come as standard. When you book a Haven package, you get a Play Pass giving access to:

• Swimming pool sessions (book up to four weeks before arrival)
• Entertainment venue entry with Seaside Squad shows for kids and live acts for adults
• Free activities including some sports and ranger-led outdoor sessions
• The ability to book paid activities up to 12 weeks ahead

Prefer a simpler break? The Haven Hideaway option gives you accommodation plus restaurant access at a lower price point. Great if you plan to spend most of your time exploring the local area.

All parks welcome dogs in designated dog-friendly accommodation. Most restaurants now allow dogs too (except JD Wetherspoon venues). And with the My Haven app, you can order food straight to your caravan door – proper holiday convenience.

Book early for the best choice and prices. A £30 deposit secures your break and you can spread payments monthly until departure. Haven also offers a price promise – if you spot your holiday cheaper later, they’ll refund the difference.