How Much Is A Centre Parcs Day Pass

Can you just go swimming at Center Parcs?

Some of the links below are affiliate links. This means that, at zero cost to you, I will earn an affiliate commission if you click through the link and finalize a purchase. Center Parcs is a popular family destination in the UK, perfect for outdoor activities and nature spotting.

1. It is extremely popular with families looking to try new activities, go swimming and stay in comfortable lodge-style accommodation.
2. However, you can get a day pass to visit Center Parcs.
3. A day pass allows you to spend one day at the resort (between 10am and midnight).
4. The only activity included in the cost of a Center Parcs day pass is the swimming pool.

Additional activities can be booked, but these will incur an additional fee. With the cost of a day pass being more than £40 per adult, it’s unsurprising that this isn’t something we believe is good value for money. Instead, we’d recommend booking to spend either a long weekend or a midweek break at Center Parcs.

Can you go out of Centre Parcs for the day?

Can you leave center parcs for the day and then Yes no problem, other than finding car parking spaces when you return. Helpful? Yes you can.

Do you pay per person at Center Parcs?

Lodge FAQs –

What’s included in my break at Center Parcs? Do you pay per person or per lodge at Center Parcs? Do the lodges come with Wi-Fi? Do the lodges have shaver plugs in the bathroom? Do I get a daily housekeeping service? Do we get a change of towels? Can I park outside my lodge? What time do I have to check out of my lodge? Can I bring my pets? Are the lodges baby friendly? What are my other options apart from lodges?

During your break, you can enjoy free, unlimited access to our water park, the Subtropical Swimming Paradise. You’ll also find up to 400 acres of woodland to explore, adventure playgrounds and soft play areas, a sandy beach and miles of paths to walk or cycle.

1. Inside your accommodation, you’ll find all the essentials you need for a relaxing break, including pots and pans, cutlery, bed linen and towels.
2. You pay per lodge.
3. Each lodge can accommodate a maximum number of guests depending on the number of bedrooms, up to a maximum of 8 guests in a four-bedroom lodge.

Yes, our complimentary Free Friendly Wi-Fi is available across the entire village throughout your stay. Yes, all lodges are equipped with shaver plugs. We do not offer a daily housekeeping service. Unfortunately, we don’t change towels during your short break.

• You will find extra towels in the lodge.
• While you can park outside your lodge to unload your car, it must be returned to the main car park by 10pm on your arrival day.
• You must leave your lodge by 10am, but you are welcome to park your car back in the car park and stay on the village until midnight.
• Unfortunately not, unless you’ve booked a dog friendly lodge and prebooked your four-legged friend in.

No other pets are allowed. Yes, our lodges are all baby-friendly so please do bring your little ones along! Each lodge includes:

A cot (you’ll need to bring your own linen) A highchair A super-sized storage cupboard for your pushchair Forest views so little ones can spot wildlife!

You can also book a hotel room or holiday apartment. Compact, stylish and centrally located, they make the perfect cosy retreat for those who plan to spend most of their time out and about enjoying everything Center Parcs has to offer. Apartments are available at all villages, and hotel rooms are available at Woburn Forest.

Is swimming free at Center Parcs?

The parks feature the following facilities: Swimming pool complex. At the heart of each resort are giant pools with lazy rivers, rapids and slides, which you can use at no extra cost.

Does Center Parcs have cameras?

Information collected when you use Center Parcs maintained websites, social media or enter competitions –

Things you do	What information is collected	What is it used for	Our Legal Grounds for collecting information
Browse the website (cookies)	Information about your computer, such as which browser you are using, your network location, the type of connection you are using (e.g. broadband, ADSL etc), your IP address and if you are logged into your account its unique ID number. This is done through cookies. See our Cookie Policy for more detail.	Improving content, website functionality and customer experience through personalisation on our website. This then enables us to communicate with you.	Legitimate interests of Center Parcs to improve its services. In order to ensure that your rights are protected, we ensure that the level of information gathered is limited.
Receive Digital Communications	The digital communications we send to you, whether you open them and click on any links contained within them	Sending electronic communications to you and digital marketing advertisements. You can update your preferences at any time through your account or via the unsubscribe link on all emails. We will use the unique account ID number collected by cookies to send more relevant emails based upon your browsing or items you have placed in your basket.	Legitimate interests of Center Parcs to improve its services and guest experience. You can choose not to allow cookies, or update your choices by managing the cookies on your computer or device. Full details are shown in the Cookie Policy
Searching for a break or spa break	If you search for a break we will collect the following information: · number of people on break; · the Village you wish to stay at; · arrival and departure dates; · number and type of accommodation required; and · whether adapted or dog lodges are preferred/required.	All the information we request from you is needed in order to provide availability and pricing details in relation to your search.	Taking steps at your request prior to entering into a contract. To ensure we can complete the performance of our contract with you we require you to provide the stated information. We cannot fulfil your request or accept your booking without this information.
Event or Customer service enquiry	If you make an enquiry before an event or request a quote for an event, we will collect the following information: · your name · email address · contact details · village location and delegate numbers, (if relevant)	All Information we request from you is required in order to respond to your enquiry.	Legitimate interest of Center Parcs in responding to enquiries & providing customer service
Enter a competition	If you enter a competition with us we will collect: · name; · email address; · postal address; and · contact details.	Administration of the competition and to contact you if you have been successful.	Legitimate interests of Center Parcs in running competitions and other promotions.
Enter a competition and consent to receive marketing	If you enter a competition and consent to receive marketing, we will collect: · name; · email address; · postal address; and · contact details.	Sending direct marketing communications to you.	Consent You have the right to withdraw your consent at any time, although this may take up to 28 days to take effect.
Marketing communications opt in	If you sign up or request marketing communications we will as a minimum collect: · full name; and · email address.	Sending direct marketing communications to you and digital marketing advertisements. You can update these at any time through your account or via the unsubscribe link on all emails.	Consent You have the right to withdraw your consent at any time, although this may take up to 28 days to take effect.
Online refunds of activities/reservations	If you cancel an activity or restaurant reservation online we will collect the following information: · guest name; · total transaction value; · transaction date and time; · date and time of activity/reservation; and · details of cancelled activity or restaurant reservation.	This will be recorded into our central activity systems. It is needed in order to maintain the correct activity / restaurant capacity as well as ensure the refund is correctly processed against any funds previously paid.	Performance of contract to ensure you received any refund and the activity is correctly cancelled from your itinerary.

Information collected when you book a break and/or activities

Things you do	What information is collected	What is it used for	Our Legal Grounds for collecting information
Booking a break	If you book a break and/or activity, we need the following information as a minimum: · name; · email address; · postal address ; · country dialling code, telephone number and type; · date of birth; · details of other people in your party; · vehicles in your party; · the Village you are staying at; · arrival and departure dates; · number and type of accommodation required including adapted or dog friendly; · if insurance is required; · any other extras required; · type of activity and date (if required); and · financial details for payment.	All of the information we request from you is needed in order to book and provide your break. We cannot provide your break without it. If an adapted lodge is required the information is used to ensure that Center Parcs complies with its obligations under equality legislation, by ensuring you have access to our facilities that are suitable for your needs. Lead booker email addresses will be used for direct marketing purposes, unless you have opted out at the point of booking. Please see the marketing activities section below for further details. Guests whose email addresses are registered by the lead booker will be sent emails relating to their specific break in order to improve their guest experience.	Performance of a contract to provide your break or spa break. To allow us to complete your booking we require you to provide the stated information. We do not ask for further details of your specific requirements or disability unless you provide us with additional information so that we can make special arrangements during your break (including in relation to medical care). Legitimate Interests to inform guests about Center Parcs.
Aqua Sana Booking	If you make an Aqua Sana booking and/or treatment, we need the following information as a minimum: · name; · email address; · postal address ; · telephone number and type; · the Village you are attending; · arrival date and time; · time and type of treatment (if required); and · financial details for payment.	All of the information we request from you is needed in order to book and provide your spa day. We cannot provide your spa day without it. Lead booker email addresses will be used for direct marketing purposes, unless you have opted out at the point of booking. Please see the marketing activities section below for further details.	Performance of a contract to provide your spa day. To allow us to complete your booking we require you to provide the stated information. Legitimate Interests to inform guests about Aqua Sana.
Event booking	If you book a conference or event, we will collect the information we need to make the booking such as: · company name; · contact details; · date of event; · delegate numbers; · village location; · accommodation; · activities; · special dietary requirements.	All of the information we request from you is needed in order to perform the contract and provide your conference or event. We cannot provide your event without it.	Performance of a contract to provide your event booking To allow us to complete your contract we require you to provide the stated information. Legitimate Interest of Center Parcs to inform about Conferences and events.
Registering for an account	To book a break you will need to set up an account. To enable this we will need the following information as a minimum: · name; · date of birth (optional); · email address (this cannot be used to create and log into multiple accounts); · address (optional unless making a booking); · country dialling code, telephone number and type (optional unless making a booking); · password; and · marketing communication preferences.	All of the information we request (other than that marked optional) from you is needed in order to set up your account. We cannot provide your break without it.	Performance of a contract with you to provide your account. Accounts are not intended to be used by those under 16 years old.
Pre-registration of guests and vehicles on your break	Details of party members are required but these can be reviewed and updated at any time up to arrival via your account. Information required includes: · names of all members of your party; · email address (optional information) for all members of your party; · date of birth of all children in your party, if under 18 years; · date of birth of party members if over 18 years (optional information) · Bike make and serial number (enter UNKNOWN if not known); and · vehicle registration number(s).	This information is requested to provide for the safety and security of everyone on our Villages and to ensure we can identify all our guests, including for example any missing children. Details provided will be used to personalise communications about your break, and by providing other people’s personal data, the lead booker must be sure that the guest agrees to you providing the optional data fields. You should also ensure that, where appropriate, the guest understands how their personal data may be used by us. If you enter an email address, they will be sent an Invite to Booking email, this will ask invite them to create an account so they can plan their break and activities, view the itinerary and check their details.	Legitimate interests of Center Parcs to ensure the safety of guests and employees in the Villages.
Booking and taking part in activities	When activities are booked before arriving on village the following information is collected as a minimum: · name; · address; · date of birth if under 18 years old; · age if over 18; · lodge number; · if under 18 an adult’s name and telephone number (in case of emergency); and medical information relevant to the activity.	This will be recorded into our central activity systems. It is needed in order to provide the activities that you want and ensure you are safe to do the activity. We retain information about the lodge number for emergency contact purposes and to understand the patterns of transactions to improve the range of activities and facilities available to you whilst on a break.	Performance of our contract with you and to comply with health and safety legislation (where applicable). Legitimate Interests of Center Parcs to continue to offer better customer service.

Information collected when you visit our villages

Things you do	What information is collected	What is it used for	Our Legal Grounds for collecting information
Booking and taking part in activities	When activities are booked whilst in the Village the following information is collected as a minimum: · name; · address; · date of birth if under 18 years old; · age if over 18; · lodge number; · if under 18 an adult’s name and telephone number (in case of emergency); and · medical information relevant to the activity.	This will be recorded into our central activity systems. It is needed in order to provide the activities that you want and ensure you are safe to do the activity. We retain information about the lodge number for emergency contact purposes and to understand the patterns of transactions to improve the range of activities and facilities available to you whilst on a break.	Performance of our contract with you and to comply with health and safety legislation (where applicable). Legitimate Interests of Center Parcs to continue to offer better customer service.
Restaurant orders	Restaurant orders must be made online. You will be required to create an account for this order and pay service (this is provided by a third-party supplier). We will collect the following information as a minimum: · full Name; · lodge Number; · restaurant outlet; and · order content, date and time.	This information will be recorded onto our restaurant ordering system so that the order can be processed, fulfilled and delivered as required. Where provided we retain information about allergens to ensure we comply with these restrictions during order preparation. Lodge number and name is used to ensure the delivery is made to the correct lodge.	Performance of our contract with you and to comply with health and safety legislation (where applicable).
When you have booked the Event	When the Event booking is contracted, whilst preparing for the event the Village will collect the following information as a minimum: · delegate names; · accommodation allocations; · activities; · medical information relevant to event or activity; and · special dietary requirements.	This will be recorded into our event booking systems. It is needed in order to provide the event according to the contract.	Performance of our contract with you and to comply with health and safety legislation (where applicable). Legitimate Interest of Center Parcs to continue to offer better customer service
Booking Treatments	When treatments are booked whilst in the spa the following information is collected as a minimum: · name; · age if under 18; · lodge number; · contact details; and · medical information relevant to the treatment.	This will be recorded into the relevant systems. It is needed in order to provide the treatments that you want and ensure you are safe to receive the treatment.	Performance of our contract with you and to comply with health and safety legislation (where applicable).
Transactions on Village	Records of retail and restaurant transactions. Data collected as a minimum: · total transaction value; · lodge number (optional information); · transaction date and time; and · name of retail outlet or restaurant.	We retain information about the total value, date, time and lodge number of a transaction to understand the patterns of transactions and to be able to use this information to improve the range of services and facilities available to you whilst on a break.	Legitimate Interests of Center Parcs to enhance and develop the services and facilities available to guests.
Security measures whilst on Village	CCTV is in place across the Village to monitor and maintain safety of all guests and employees.	We use CCTV systems to assist in monitoring and maintaining safety within our Villages and to prevent and detect crime. Where necessary this footage may also be shared with the authorities for law enforcement purposes.	The legitimate interests of Center Parcs to ensure the safety of guests and employees in the Villages and to assist with law enforcement. This footage may also be used to exercise and defend our legal rights.
	Poolview is in place in the STSP to monitor and maintain safety of all guests and employees.	We use Poolview to assist in monitoring and maintaining safety within our STSP.	The legitimate interests of Center Parcs to ensure the safety of guests and employees in the Villages and to assist with law enforcement. This footage may also be used to exercise and defend our legal rights.
	Body worn cameras may be used by our security team to capture images and audio in response to certain incidents in accordance with our Body Worn Camera Policy.	This footage is used to assist in monitoring and maintaining safety within our Villages and to prevent and detect crime. Where necessary footage generated may also be shared with the authorities for law enforcement purposes. Our security team will inform you before turning on their body worn cameras.	The legitimate interests of Center Parcs to ensure the safety of guests and employees in the Villages and to assist with law enforcement. This footage may also be used to exercise and defend our legal rights.
	Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) is in place on our Villages to ensure the safety and security of guests and employees.	ANPR systems are also used to assist in monitoring and maintaining safety within our Villages and to assist with law enforcement.	The legitimate interests of Center Parcs to ensure the safety of guests and employees in the Villages and to assist with law enforcement. This footage may also be used to exercise and defend our legal rights.
Attending Guest Services	If you attend Guest Services in one of our Villages during your break to report an issue, fault or complaint the following information is collected, as a minimum: · name; · telephone number; · lodge number; and · nature of enquiry.	This information is used to resolve the enquiry, or progress a complaint as appropriate. This will be recorded in the relevant systems. The information is also used in case there is a complaint or claim about the break.	The legitimate interests of Center Parcs to provide customer services and provide you with an appropriate response to your query. We may also use this information in order to exercise and defend our legal rights.
Contacting the Contact Centre	If you contact our Contact Centre before, during or after your break the following information is collected, as a minimum: · name; · address (if necessary); · contact details; · lodge number; and · nature of enquiry.	This information is used to resolve the enquiry, or progress a complaint as appropriate. This will be recorded in the relevant systems. The information is also used in case there is a legal claim about the break. All call recordings are kept for a period of 7 years and then deleted in accordance with our retention policy.	The legitimate Interests of Center Parcs to provide customer services and provide you with an appropriate response to your query. We may also use this information in order to exercise and defend our legal rights.
Medical Assistance	If you attend the Medical Centre in one of our Villages the following information is collected, as a minimum: · name; · address; · lodge number; · medical condition or injury; · accident date, time and details (if applicable); and · medical centre notes/advice given.	This will be recorded in our central medical systems and retained in accordance with our retention policy. It is required by law to register a record of attendance by a medical professional.	Required by law and in order to exercise and defend our legal rights.
On Village incidents	Records of accidents and treatments received, security incidents and maintenance issues. The following information is collected as a minimum: · name; · address; · date of birth if under 18 years old; · age if over 18; · lodge number; and · medical information relevant to the incident.	This information is used to resolve the enquiry or progress a complaint as appropriate. We are required by law to keep a record of accidents and treatments. The information is also used in case there is a claim about the cause of the accident and/or the treatments received.	The legitimate interests of Center Parcs to provide customer services and provide you with an appropriate response to your issue. We may also use this information in order to exercise and defend our legal rights and may be required by law to process this information.
Using guest Wi-Fi and corporate events Wi-fi	The following information is collected: · IP address and MAC address.	The information is used to provide the Wi-Fi service to you.	The legitimate interests of Center Parcs to provide you with Wi-Fi across the Villages.
Appearance in marketing material	The following information is collected: · name; · contact details; and · age if under 18 years.	The information is collected as we may need to contact you in the future.	Consent and the legitimate interests of Center Parcs to create marketing materials.

Do you have to strip beds when leaving Center Parcs?

Checking out of center parcs – do you strip the beds? ); $dispatch(‘mobile-search-menu-opened’) }, closeMobileSearch() } x-show=open x-on:open-mobile-search.window=openMobileSearch() x-cloak=> Please or to access all these features Top Bottom Welcome to our UK Travel forum where you can get advice on everything from holidays to exotic destinations, to tips on London travel. Welcome to our UK Travel forum where you can get advice on everything from holidays to exotic destinations, to tips on London travel. Cluelessat30 · 15/10/2014 07:39 Having stayed at center parcs for the third time last year, my parents (staying in a different lodge with friends) told us it was expected of guests to strip the beds the morning they leave. I’d never heard this before! The first time we went was with friends, and since they didn’t mention it, I guess they’d never heard it either. We’re staying again in a few weeks (yay!). So are my parents barking? Do you strip all the beds before you leave? OP posts: CheeseEqualsHappiness · 15/10/2014 07:41 No, we don’t. My friend is a cleaner there and she has never said this either ClaimedByMe · 15/10/2014 07:41 It’s usually in the handbook/folder thing in the lodge about stripping the beds, we do it! Cluelessat30 · 15/10/2014 07:49 OP posts: TheBookofRuth · 15/10/2014 07:57 We didn’t, nor would I even if I’d known it was “expected”. Allice · 15/10/2014 07:58 We first went about 14 years ago and I’m sure it was expected then and they were quite blatant about it. I’ve not seen it mentioned anywhere in the last few years.

PfftTheMagicDraco · 15/10/2014 07:59 Whenever I have been there it has cost the GDP of a small country to stay. So no, I don’t strip the beds. Finola1step · 15/10/2014 08:00 I do remember seeing something about this for the old very basic comfort bungalow (the ones where you would pay extra for the beds to be made up on arrival).

That said, I’ve only stayed in woodland lodges and apartments and never have stripped beds. I do think for what Centre Parcs charge, especially during school holidays, they should employ more housekeeping staff to clean and prepare the accommodation properly.

• So when I go next week, I will double check the handbook.
• Onadifferentplanet · 15/10/2014 08:01 Yes we do, I can’t remember where but there is definitely something in the villas requesting that you do either in the handbook or on a sheet left on the breakfast bar when you arrive.
• Charlie0123 · 15/10/2014 08:02 After I’ve paid that much to stay there, I recon their cleaners should be stripping the beds! It used to be requested – not sure it is expected now.

AliceMum09 · 15/10/2014 08:07 We strip the beds. It doesn’t take two minutes and once the beds are stripped we always find things under the bed that we might have left behind otherwise! SomethingAboutNothing · 15/10/2014 08:22 The first time we stayed there was a photocopied not asking us to strip the beds.

I have a family member who now works there as a cleaner who said that was definite not protocol and the cleaner was very cheek to do that but equally they have a lot of work to do to get the villas ready for new arrivals in a short space of time so really do appreciate people doing this. The cleaners are worked very hard so if you do have the time it would be a nice thumb to do.

YeGodsAndLittleFishes · 15/10/2014 08:27 Yes, though agree that it isn’t insisted on as much now, it is still preferred. Have worked as a cleaner, and the ones at CP work really hard. If it can make such a huge difference to another person’s day, then why not spend a few minutes to do it. NickiFury · 15/10/2014 12:39 I don’t pay to go away and do housework so no I would not do that. Enjoyingmycoffee1981 · 15/10/2014 12:44 I have paid over £1000 for a four night mid week break next May half term. The chances of me stripping a bed is, well, there is absolutely no chance whatsoever! May09Bump · 15/10/2014 12:53 I didn’t realise until I ready the manual on our third stay. I think it’s bonkers to request it, CP is not cheap and there is no way I’m stripping the beds on holiday. Beth666 · 05/03/2016 12:58 I work at center parcs as a cleaner and up until about a year ago the welcome pack suggested guests stripped the beds before leaving – and most people did. The welcome pack no longer states this and it’s the poor cleaner that suffers – not the bosses sat behind a desk that made the decision. Cleaners have little enough time to clean the lodges to an excellent standard as it is and because of constant staff shortages end up doing more work than they should be given. Onto another subject I’d be interested to know if the people above empty their bins before they leave the lodges as this is still suggested in the welcome pack. I’m shocked by the amount of rubbish left by some guests – bins overflowing and spilling onto the floor because they are too idle to walk a few yards to the big bins. I’ve had bags so full of you can’t move them safely and heavy boxes full of bottles. I once helped someone move ten bags full of rubbish from a four bedroom lodge – basically because the guests were too idle and/or thoughtless to remove it. I’ve gone into warm lodges and been overpowered by the stench of urine from baby nappies that have been left under the sink in the kitchen and even under beds and on floors. It also does’nt help when guest don’t leave on time- every minute from 10 am onwards is precious and every minute lost means less time to clean. The cleaner ends up running around like an idiot in a panic to get the work done by 3.30pm. And late leaving guests depart oblivious or uncaring of the chaos they have caused. AliceMum09 · 10/03/2016 01:00 I can well imagine what it’s like Beth, that sounds horrible! You don’t work at Whinfell Forest do you? We go as a big family group once a year (we have two lodges) and they finish up cleaner than when we arrived thanks to my Dad – he even hoovers all the floors before we leave! And all before 10am 🙂 I’d never dream of not emptying the bins either. Yes you’ve paid a fortune to stay there, but how much effort does it take? Beth666 · 12/09/2016 22:10 AliceMum09 I’m quite lucky with my lodges as they are often left in good nick. What is bad is that the lodges have been refurbished over the last 7 years – and they are using materials that are more difficult to clean – those dreadful marble kitchen work tops may look great but we clean them (of course) but then have to buff them – to shine them. The floors in the past were carpets so we only had to hoover them – now they are laminate so we have to hoover them and then mop them. There are mirrors everywhere, everything is white and steel and glass. The new look lodges take longer to clean but we were not given longer time to clean them – it’s disgraceful. When i decided to apply for this job I went to the job centre for advice and they tried to talk me out of applying! Beth666 · 26/10/2016 18:11 I’d had enough on Monday just gone. Guests who could’nt even leave their lodges on time I watched them dump bin bags of rubbish on the grass below the window of their lodge. One was full of bottles. I gave them the benefit of the doubt but as they went to leave – they had actually got into their cars – the rubbish STILL on the grass – I told them to take their rubbish to the bins before they left “I am a cleaner I am not here to remove your rubbish”, There were six full bags of rubbish. I don’t think they were very please by my request. I went into their lodge after they had gone to find a seventh bag in the kitchen that was so full I struggled to lift it. The lodge was in such a disgraceful state it took me thirty minutes longer that it usually does. Beth666 · 26/10/2016 18:19 A few weeks ago I had a conversation with a guest. It was 9.50am. I approached the lodge believing it was empty – that the guests had gone. The door was open but i could see no-one inside. Suddenly a gentleman rushed out holding his hand up in a stop gesture saying you’re not coming in here I’m still packing. I’ve got another hour before i leave.” I politely told him check out time was 10 am not 11am. He said “Well I’ve paid a lot of money for this lodge i don’t want “you lot” hanging around it” This made me see red and I told him if i want to hang around I would.” We ignored each other after that. I stood nearby to make a point and then went for a walk. annabanana23 · 28/10/2016 13:17 I always stripped the beds there and take the rubbish out.it did state in the handbook in August to do so. Rather pissed off that i had to do it after paying over £1k for 4nights. genius1308 · 11/11/2016 10:53 We always strip all the beds, put all the bedding and towels in the hall, empty all the bins and put on the dishwasher (try to empty it too if it’s finished on time but it’s not always possible). I didn’t realise it was no longer in the handbook! We have been going to Whinfell at least once a year for the past 11 years (just got back home again last friday from another great week). PutAPlasterOn · 19/12/2016 12:31 I’m pretty sure years ago they did ask you to strip the beds the morning you check out but they don’t anymore. I’ve always stripped the beds we’ve used tho. The kids usually have a twin room each and only use one of the beds in each room so I strip the bed they’ve slept in and leave the other made up in a hope that it makes it easier for the cleaner. Please create an account To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. 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Do you need to take toilet roll to Centre Parcs?

As a self catering holiday resort, Center Parcs doesn’t provide essentials like loo roll, soap or dishwasher tablets – for your whole stay – as standard. However! They will start everyone off with mini packs of essentials (and 1 or 2 rolls of toilet paper in each bathroom), so you won’t get caught short on arrival!

Is Center Parcs expensive?

When Center Parcs chief executive, Martin Dalby, is asked about the pricing structure of the family holiday destination due to open in a Longford forest in less than three months, and why it appears so expensive, he has his answer ready to go. He says Center Parcs offers “a price point for everyone”, and points out that four nights in a two-bedroom lodge in the sprawling resort can be had for as little as €299. Aerial view of the Center Parcs site in Co Longford. If, however, you fancy booking your stay during school holidays or over weekends when the sun gods might still be smiling on you, then you can expect to spend around €700 for a small lodge for three or four nights.

Irish Times consumer affairs correspondent Conor Pope visits the site of Center Parcs Longford Forest, due to open to holidaymakers in August 2019. If you want to splash out and book a four-night stay in a four-bedroom lodge with a pool table, hot tub, sauna and steam room in high season, you will do well to have change out of €3,000.

And that is before a single pancake or trip down a zip wire is paid for. The four-bedroom lodges come with their own private hot tubs. Inside a four-bed executive lodge. The prices at the very highest end are – inevitably – the ones that grab all the headlines. In the UK and more recently in Ireland, there is a perception that a Center Parcs break is an expensive break. Dalby admits Center Parcs does not offer cheap holidays, but is adamant that what it does offer is great holidays, which create great memories for both adults and children.

He’s right. You can – if you so chose – spend a lot of money in Center Parcs. You can do four or five of the 100 activities on offer each day and pay separately for each one. And you can eat your breakfast, lunch and dinner in one of the 10 restaurants on site, and spend hours at night in the bars or the bowling alley.

When you add up the cost of all that, it will be pretty eye-watering. Alternatively, you can book a lodge, bring your own food, rent bikes and spend most of your time hanging out with your family in the free sub-tropical swimming pool complex, and the costs will be a lot less than two rooms in an ordinary, mid-priced Irish hotel.

All 466 lodges and the 30 apartments on the site in Co Longford are now finished, and the destination is well on course to open its doors in August, after a €233 million investment. Bookings are now open for short breaks from August 16th. Earlier bookings are likely to open soon, as long as Dalby and his team are more confident they can get the doors open on time.

It looks like they are nearly there now. Aerial view of the Center Parcs site in Co Longford. Aerial view of the Center Parcs site in Co Longford. What is striking about the Longford site is how comfortably lived in it already appears. The two, three and four-bedroom lodges have all been placed in woodland previously been planted by Coillte. While the site is weeks away from opening, it already looks like it has been with us forever.

It is also striking how closely the 400-acre resort follows the template laid down in Center Parcs resorts across the UK. Apart from the Irish phone boxes dotted around the place – which will be kitted out with emergency telephones – it could be deep in the heart of middle England. That is sort of the point of the place.

Why would they change a thing, when it all works so well in the UK? Center Parcs has year round occupancy in the UK in excess of 90 per cent. There will be three types of lodges for families to choose from in Longford – Woodland, Executive and Exclusive.

• An additional 30 Lakeside Apartments, more suited to couples, are also available.
• All come with kitchens, flat screen televisions, log burning stoves, patio furniture and private barbecues.
• Dalby points out that all the activities are optional, and they are not going to “ring a bell at 8 in the morning” demanding people do particular things.

“When you get here, you can do as much or as little as you like,” he says. “The forest is free, the air is free, the pool is free.” The pool – or the Subtropical Swimming Paradise, to give it its proper name – is almost finished and looms large on the site.

It will be the big draw for most visitors, as the largest waterpark in Ireland with a wave pool, jacuzzis, wild water rapids, a toddler area, and some hilariously terrifying slides. It all sits under a glass dome, heated to just under 30 degrees. It is bigger than the pool complex in the Woburn Forest Center Parcs outside London.

The whole park in Longford, when full, will accommodate 2,500 people, compared to the almost 5,000 that can stay in the UK resort, which should make the pool complex seem airy, and will definitely reduce the queues. While the resort will soon make a big splash in Irish tourism circles, it will make an even more enduring mark in Co Longford.

When doors open it will employ 1,000 people, mostly locals. Many of them will be under 25, and for the first time will have an alternative to moving to a bigger urban centre in search of work. “The majority of those people will live in the area. Full-time jobs for younger people so they won’t have to leave the area,” Dalby says.

“Recruitment is going well, bookings are going well, the programme is on schedule and the quality of what the builders are delivering is fantastic. It is all fantastic.”

Are Centre Parcs worth it?

Some of the links below are affiliate links. This means that, at zero cost to you, I will earn an affiliate commission if you click through the link and finalize a purchase. Center Parcs is a popular holiday destination in the UK, known for its beautiful forest locations and range of leisure activities.

However, this unique staycation comes at a cost that’s often significantly higher than similar UK holiday parks, which often leaves those who’ve never previously visited Center Parcs wondering whether a stay here is worth the high price tag. Center Parcs is worth the money if you’re staying midweek or during term time.

However, the price increases during the school holidays and over weekends are so significant it’s often better value for money to go on a different UK break or even abroad instead. Having visited multiple Center Parcs villages and other UK holiday parks across the UK we’ve been able to compare the various activities and amenities offered at Center Parcs to see if and when they justify the higher price tag.

Can I watch Netflix at Center Parcs?

Does Center Parcs Have Netflix? – Due to the TV’s within the lodge being quite basic models they do not have the amenities to have Netflix. Alternatively, if you have a Firestick, Now TV box or a Chromecast in which you can plug into the tv you can watch Netflix that way.

Which Centre Parcs has a Lazy River?

Whatever your age, there’s so much fun to be had at the Subtropical Swimming Paradise, Our incredible water park is heated to 29.5c all year round, filled with tropical plants and trees and bursting with rides, slides and water experiences. Little ones, older children and grown-ups alike can enjoy hours of fun, whatever the weather.

• Here’s what’s on offer.
• Opening times Our Subtropical Swimming Paradise is open daily from 10am – 9pm.
• Sherwood Forest At Sherwood Forest we have a selection of pools for you to splash about in.
• The wave pool is the main pool at the heart of the Subtropical Swimming Paradise – listen out for the Tarzan sound and get ready for the waves to begin! Step into the outdoor sprudel pool and relax, gazing out into the forest as the steam rises from the water.

Sink into hot whirlpools, perfect for some ‘us’ time. Rides and slides Inside the Subtropical Swimming Paradise are a selection of rides and slides to explore for thrill seekers big and small! The Wild Water Rapids are a firm family favourite and a must when visiting Center Parcs.

Children’s Water Piste (for children aged between 3-15 years and under 1.5 metres) Large and Small Flumes (children between 0.60m-1.20 metres can be accompanied by an adult) Grand Cascade (suitable for children aged 2 years and over, those under 8 years must be accompanied by an adult) Tropical Cyclone (must be over 1.22 metres and children under 8 years must be accompanied by an adult, individual weight limit 120kg/18.9 stone, group weight limit 320kg/50.5 stone)

Elveden Forest The Subtropical Swimming Paradise has plenty of pools for everyone to enjoy. Relax in the Outdoor Sprudel Pool or take a dip in the hot whirlpools – the perfect place for a relaxing soak. Elveden Forest also has a Lazy River, so lie back and let the current weave you through the palm trees.

At the heart of the Subtropical Swimming Paradise is the wave pool – listen out for the jungle drum sound every 30 minutes and get ready to take on the waves. At Elveden and Whinfell you’ll find the lagoon pool – complete with spa pools, this hidden oasis is the ideal place to relax and watch the world go by.

Rides and slides From high octane thrills to Lazy Rivers, there’s something for everyone. Experience the thrill and feel the adrenaline on the Tropical Cyclone, where you can personalise your ride experience with a choice of immersive visual and sound effects from an aquarium to tropical thunder.

Water Piste (suitable for little ones over the age of 3) Large Flume and Small Flume (not suitable for little ones under 24 months. Children between 0.6 metres – 1.2 metres tall must be accompanied by an adult) Wild Water Rapids (children with buoyancy aids or arm bands are not allowed in the rapids, you must be a strong and experienced swimmer Tropical Cyclone (minimum height 1.22 metres, little ones under 8 years must be accompanied by an adult, individual weight limit 112kg/17.5 stone, group weight limit 318kg/50 stone)

Whinfell Forest The Subtropical Swimming Paradise at Whinfell Forest has a selection of pools – perfect for fun with the whole family. Explore two outdoor pools, three spa pools, a children’s pool, the wave pool and a lagoon pool. The outdoor pools and wave pools are available for everyone but if you wish to venture down to the deep end make sure you are a confident swimmer.

• The spa pools are not suitable for under 5-year-olds, and little ones aged 5-11 must be supervised.
• One of the spa pools is designed for little ones in mind, with a lower temperature.
• Rides and slides Unique to Whinfell Forest is the Indoor Rapids and the Canyon Ride.
• Glide through the twists and turns in the Subtropical Swimming Paradise while looking up at the tropical trees in the Indoor Rapids.

The rapids are only suitable for confident swimmers and buoyancy aids are not allowed. The Canyon Ride is perfect for thrill seekers – to navigate the twists and turns through the trees in this outdoor water slide you must be over 1.2 metres and a strong swimmer.

Multi Slide (must be at least 1.2 metres tall to go down by yourself and if under you must be accompanied by an adult) Flumes (suitable for people over 1 metre tall) Children’s Pool with slide and flume (little ones must be under 1 metre to go down the slide)

Psst we also have a new ride coming to Whinfell Forest in 2023, the Tropical Cyclone ride! Woburn Forest Splash about in the two pools at Woburn Forest, Explore the outdoor sprudel pool, gazing up at the treetops and spotting wildlife. See the steam rise as you fully immerse yourself into the warmth – blissful.

• At the heart of the Subtropical Swimming Paradise you’ll find the wave pool – the perfect place for the whole family, with a shallow end for little ones and a deeper end for stronger swimmers.
• Listen out for the Tarzan sound as that means the waves will start, so make sure to go where you feel comfortable and confident.

Woburn Fores t also has a Lazy River, perfect for those who want a more relaxed version of the Wild Water Rapids. Rides and slides Navigate the twists and turns of the Subtropical Swimming Paradise on our thrilling rides and slides. Before you take the plunge down the Tropical Cyclone or the Twister, make sure you check little ones against the height chart.

Typhoon (minimum height 1.22 metres, individual weight 115kg/18 stone, group weight limit 180kg/28 stone) Twister (minimum heigh 1.22 metres, individual weight 130kg/21 stone) Tropical Cyclone (riders must be over 1.22 metres, individual weight limit 112kg/17.5 stone, group weight limit 320kg/50.5 stone) Wild Water Rapids (must be confident swimmers to tackle the rapids)

Longleat Forest From the outdoor hot whirlpool to the Lazy River, there’s somewhere for the whole family to dip their toes in. Glide gently through the Lazy River as you weave through the tropical plants, lie back, and let the current guide you round.

Sink into the outdoor hot whirlpool and watch the steam rise into the sky as you admire the ancient redwood trees. Take a dip in the outdoor sprudel pool and indoor wave pool – heated to 29.5 degrees all year round, it’s the perfect place to escape – or embrace – the great British weather! Rides and slides For those of you that are thrill seekers and seeking adrenaline-fuelled adventures, the Subtropical Swimming Paradise has just the thing! Explore the range of rides and slide available at Longleat Forest – from the Wild Water Rapids to the Typhoon ride, we’ll get your heart racing with drops, twists and turns.

If little ones aren’t quite tall or old enough, take a trip to Venture Bay and Venture Harbour.

Large and Small Flumes (children between 0.6 metres – 1.2 metres tall must be accompanied by an adult) Water Piste Slides (suitable for little ones over the age of 3) Wild Water Rapids (must be a strong and experienced swimmer) Typhoon (must be over 1.22 metres to ride, weight 115kg /18 stone per person, group weight limit 180kg/28 stone) per raft) Tropical Cyclone (must be over 1.22 metres and children under 8 years must be accompanied by an adult, individual weight limit 120kg/18.9 stone, group weight limit 318kg /50 stone)

Longford Forest Explore the selection of pools we have available at Longford Forest, our Ireland village. At the heart of the Subtropical Swimming Paradise is the wave pool, the perfect place for the whole family with a shallow end for the little ones and a deep end for the more adventurous.

Tropical Cyclone (riders must be under 120kg and over 1.22 metres, group weight limit is 320kg/50.5 stone) Typhoon (must be over 1.2 metre, group weight limit per raft 180kg/28 stone) Twister (must be over 1 metre, individual weight limit 130kg/21 stone) Wild Water Rapids (strong swimmers only)

Fun for the little ones All of our villages feature a unique place for families with little ones to enjoy some splashing fun. At Sherwood, Longleat, Woburn and Longford Forest you’ll find Venture Bay for babies and toddlers and Venture Harbour for older children (at Elveden Forest you will find Venture Cove), complete with spray fountains, splashing pool and tipping buckets.

• There’s so much for them to explore and help their confidence grow in the water.
• Whinfell Forest has a Children’s Pool with slide and flume, great for the grown ups to dip their toes in whilst watching their little ones splash about.
• Let their imaginations run wild as they play pirates or pretend to be mermaids! Cabanas Relax in the Subtropical Swimming Paradise in style in your own private Cabana.

We have a selection of 4, 6 and 8 seater Cabanas available, including accessible ones for guests with limited mobility. Equipped with a TV, safe and other luxury essentials, this is the perfect place for families to hang out between all the splashing and sliding.

To book your own secluded sanctuary in the heart of the Subtropical Swimming Paradise, simply add on as an ‘activity’ in addition to your Subtropical Swimming Paradise session. A bite to eat It’s tiring work splashing, sliding and tackling the waves or rapids! Head to Th e Canopy Café and B ar for a bite to eat and a refreshing drink.

If you are visiting Woburn, Elveden or Sherwood Forest you will also find a Starbucks within the Subtropical Swimming Paradise for your favourite drinks and snacks, great for on-the-go families needing a quick refuel before heading back for more splashing good fun.

Is Centre Parcs cash only?

Just be aware that Center Parcs is totally cashless.

Can you leave Centre Parcs at night?

Can I Leave To Center Parcs To Go Food Shopping? – You can leave Center Parcs to go food shopping. There will be a number of supermarkets within the area of each location you can go to for food shopping. Though it can be a little more hassle going out and checking back in with security for a small amount. Alternatively, there is a supermarket on-site at Center Parcs, while the prices are a little more expensive. If you only need a select few items I would suggest using that supermarket instead of leaving Center Parcs to find a cheaper alternative. If you really want to cut down on time and space in your car you can get a starter pack added to your booking which supplies you with a few necessities to get you started.

Do Centre Parcs check age?

Anyone been to Centre Parcs recently – did they check the ages of the children? ); $dispatch(‘mobile-search-menu-opened’) }, closeMobileSearch() } x-show=open x-on:open-mobile-search.window=openMobileSearch() x-cloak=> Please or to access all these features Top Bottom Welcome to our UK Travel forum where you can get advice on everything from holidays to exotic destinations, to tips on London travel. Welcome to our UK Travel forum where you can get advice on everything from holidays to exotic destinations, to tips on London travel. insertsomethingwitty · 09/08/2013 14:48 Just as above, anyone know if they check the ages of the children. I was hoping to book in a just over two year old as still being under two, as she still needs a cot and would rather not pay for an extra bedroom we don’t need. MirandaWest · 09/08/2013 16:53 I’ve been to centre parcs recently (although I didn’t make the booking) and when we arrived I think I was asked if they were the ages they were (so I guess my sister had said) but I didn’t have to prove it. needtochill · 09/08/2013 19:58 I went to Center Parcs a couple of weeks ago. You are asked for everyone’s date of birth when you check in. memphis83 · 09/08/2013 20:03 I didn’t have an extra room for my ds when he was 2.5 and used their travel cot, also never had DOB checked for room just for when booking in for activities I last went at christmas though so may have changed, worth booking by phone to check? whatsaduckdo · 09/08/2013 20:04 I went in May and they didn’t bother to check then. ChasingSquirrels · 09/08/2013 20:06 They are unlikely to insist on birth certificates, so you just lie on the booking and lie again if they ask when you check in. Rowanred · 09/08/2013 20:10 No, they don’t really check ime -they say “how many in the car”. Although we normally go with friends so there are 3 or 4 cars anyway. soontobeslendergirl · 09/08/2013 20:16 My younger son has a special Center Parcs DOB as we have been many times. In case case he is down as being 2 months older than his actual age – this was so we could get him in the same activity events/childcare groups as his elder brother (they are actually 13 months apart ). I have never been asked to evidence his age and he is 12 now. soontobeslendergirl · 09/08/2013 20:18 we technically don’t need to do it anymore, but we just keep the same date now for historical reasons. The only time it actually effects is when we go in the summer holidays – he is usually only 5 weeks too young but it’s easier to keep the same day and just change the month. So, just be consistent and it’ll be fine. Please create an account To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. Math.max( 25, Math.floor( 0.15 * (type === ‘x’ ? window.innerWidth || document.body.clientWidth : window.innerHeight || document.body.clientHeight) ) ), // Minimum velocity the gesture must be moving when the gesture ends to be // considered a swipe. velocityThreshold: 5, // Used to calculate the distance threshold to ignore the gestures velocity // and always consider it a swipe. disregardVelocityThreshold: (type, self) => Math.floor(0.5 * (type === ‘x’ ? self.element.clientWidth : self.element.clientHeight)), // Point at which the pointer moved too much to consider it a tap or longpress // gesture. pressThreshold: 8, // If true, swiping in a diagonal direction will fire both a horizontal and a // vertical swipe. // If false, whichever direction the pointer moved more will be the only swipe // fired. diagonalSwipes: false, // The degree limit to consider a swipe when diagonalSwipes is true. diagonalLimit: Math.tan(((45 * 1.5) / 180) * Math.PI), // Listen to mouse events in addition to touch events. (For desktop support.) mouseSupport: true, } const gesture = new TinyGesture($refs.modal, options); gesture.on(‘swipeleft’, () => ); gesture.on(‘swiperight’, () => ); } } x-on:keydown.left=$dispatch(‘modal-navigate-left’) x-on:keydown.right=$dispatch(‘modal-navigate-right’) x-on:keydown.esc=$dispatch(‘modal-esc’) x-init=handleSwipe() x-ref=modal> ) ; > : Anyone been to Centre Parcs recently – did they check the ages of the children?

Do you still need to book swimming sessions at Centre Parcs?

Center Parcs has announced changes for holidaymakers this summer. The resort has made the decision to remove bookable swim sessions for its Subtropical Swimming Paradises. The rule, which was brought in as part of Covid-19 restrictions, is being dropped as of Monday, July 11.

• It means guests will have the freedom to visit the pool throughout their break without booking from this date.
• If you are visiting before July 11 you will still need to pre-book your session to visit the Subtropical Swimming Paradise.
• Center Parcs has confirmed all bookings made after the date will automatically be cancelled, so there’s no need for guests to do it themselves.

Read more: The best indoor swimming pools and water parks to visit within an hour’s drive of Cardiff or Swansea In a statement posted online on June 23, Center Parcs said: “You may remember that as part of Covid-19 restrictions we introduced bookable swim sessions to visit the Subtropical Swimming Paradise.

1. As we have now moved away from such restrictions, we have made the decision to remove bookable swim sessions from 11 July 2022 which means that guests will no longer be required to book to visit the pool from this date.
2. We know that the Subtropical Swimming Paradise is a popular feature of a Center Parcs break and we will still need to manage the number of guests visiting at any one time.

The number of guests visiting the pool will be closely monitored and naturally some times of the day/evening will be busier than others, Saturday and Tuesday mornings are typically busy times. “It may be necessary when our pools have reached capacity for us to control guest entry.

1. The good news is that guests will have the freedom to visit the pool throughout their break and we hope they’ll welcome the spontaneity.
2. We will be closely monitoring guest views, feedback and capacity levels in the coming weeks and carefully considering the future for entry to our pools.” Center Parcs in the UK include Sherwood Forest in Nottinghamshire, Elveden Forest in Suffolk, Longleat Forest in Wiltshire, Whinfell Forest in Cumbria and Woburn Forest in Bedfordshire.

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Can you go to Centre Parcs without kids?

A Center Parcs Holiday when you don’t have kids Foreign holidays are great, you get to experience different cultures, see beautiful places and soak up the sun. But we could all do without the early morning car journeys, hanging around in airports for hours and trying to get the luggage within the weight allowance.

Might be great for young families, but it is also a perfect getaway for grown-ups that want a relaxing short break without the hassle of airport travel. Pine trees There is something about the quiet of a forest that I have always loved. Its the sound of birds chirping, squirrels scampering up trees and the general lack of hustle and bustle of a city.

I have been feeling a little out of sorts, run down and tired, so when my Mum suggested we stay for a midweek break to celebrate my birthday, it sounded perfectly heavenly. We went to the, just an hour from London, and a 2 hours drive from my home in Nottingham.

1. This is one of the reasons I love Center Parcs villages; they feel like a world away from the traffic and noise of urban life, yet there is one within a few hours drive of most of the UK.
2. But people often seem surprised that I go, thinking its just for families with young kids, or saying that its expensive and why would I not go abroad for better weather? We arrived later on in the afternoon, drove straight up to the arrivals lodge, spent 5 minutes checking in, then took the car to our lodge to unload.

Our 2 bedroom Woodland lodge was lovely; beautifully decorated, quite spacious, with a real fire, private patio with BBQ and free wi-fi. There is a full kitchen and we actually only ate out a couple of times, cooking for ourselves in the lodge the rest of the time.

• There are no street names, only zones of Maple, Birch, Oak and Pine for the accommodation.
• Cars are only allowed during arrival and departure times, so people walk and cycle from A to B.
• This slower pace is so calming if like me, you live in a city.
• We wandered around the village, which is set across the square, plaza and lakeside, so nothing feels to big or busy.

There are restaurants, shops and various activities, but nothing feels rushed or forced. People come here to relax and spend time with friends and family. There is no rowdy bars or nightclubs, it has a continental feel, with people just enjoying a bottle of wine with a meal rather than going out to get drunk.

Lakeside at Center Parcs Woburn The Plaza at Center Parcs Woburn View through the forest to the Swimming pool You might not have the warmer weather of a foreign holiday outside, but inside there is plenty of opportunity for lying on a sun lounger. The Subtropical Swimming Paradise is not like your local pool.

Heated to 29.5ºC, palm trees and lush foliage line the meandering paths and there are plenty of chairs, and yes, even sun loungers (although more of these rather than the standard chair would be lovely). Aside from a main indoor pool, there is a lazy river you float around on a ring, the outside rapids that make you feel as if you are on a river through the forest, as well as flume rides.

• But you don’t even have to get wet if you don’t want to.
• Just sit and read a book in the warm.
• There are two choices for food and drinks- for your caffeine needs the is the ubiquitous Starbucks and the Canopy Bar does everything from burgers and wraps to cocktails.
• You could just spend everyday of your break chilling out by the pool.

And the best bit, you don’t pay to get in, its included as part of the holiday! Win. If you do feel like getting active there are loads of options, you can play sports, go ten pin bowling and even have a go at falconry, and yes you do pay extra for these, but it is up to you how much or little you do.You are not paying for stuff that you actually don’t want to do.

My Dad went on the Segway experience, which he thoroughly enjoyed! As it was my birthday my Mum treated me to a visit in the, If you have never been to one of the Aqua Sana Spas, then I would highly recommend a visit, whether you stay in Center Parcs or not. They are amazing; steam rooms with different scents and minerals, saunas of every variety, an infinity pool as well as water beds with cosy blankets.

Ah. I’m relaxed just thinking about it. Visiting squirrels on the patio Yes, Center Parcs, is brilliant for kids. Every restaurant has baby facilities, play areas and kids menus. The activities for children are extensive and there is plenty of room for them so safely run about thanks to the no car policy on the village.

But it is also the perfect holiday without kids. You get to lay on a sun lounger, swim in a heated pool, wander about a beautiful forest in a relaxed atmosphere all within an hour of London? So yeah, you can enjoy a Center Parcs holiday without kids. And you pay for a whole lodge what you would pay per person for many all inclusive holidays abroad.

I would love to know if you have been a Center Parcs, (with or without kids!); did you enjoy the lack of airport-admin and stress from not travelling abroad? Feel free to comment below or message me on, or, And if you don’t want to miss out on any future posts, I’d love for you to ! : A Center Parcs Holiday when you don’t have kids

Can you get around Centre Parcs without a bike?

Center Parcs and Cycling | Mumsnet ); $dispatch(‘mobile-search-menu-opened’) }, closeMobileSearch() } x-show=open x-on:open-mobile-search.window=openMobileSearch() x-cloak=> Please or to access all these features Top Bottom Welcome to our UK Travel forum where you can get advice on everything from holidays to exotic destinations, to tips on London travel. Welcome to our UK Travel forum where you can get advice on everything from holidays to exotic destinations, to tips on London travel. QueenGoblin · 22/01/2020 10:27 I have never been to Center Parcs. I have vague idea of what it is supposed to be like but I have never been, nor have I ever been somewhere similar. My husband was taken on trips there when he was a child so whilst he has an understanding of it, has not been in years and things may have changed slightly plus he may be misremembering. I am not a fan of cycling. I try my very best to avoid it at all costs, plus when we are thinking of going I will be about 28 weeks pregnant with our second. My husband is convinced that we can’t go if I won’t/can’t cycle. Apart from info on bike hire I can’t really figure out how big of a deal it is. How much cycling is realistically involved on a visit to Center Parcs? Specifically Elveden Forest. How awkward is it to get around without cycling? TIA Seeline · 22/01/2020 10:31 Elveden is probably one of the easier ones as much of the activities/facilities are located in the village centre. You definitely do not have to cycle if you don’t want to. I have been when heavily pregnant, as well as with a new born, and certainly didn’t cycle either time. It will take longer to get around, but walking is very pleasant – no cars around, although you do have to watch out for all the cyclists! Paths are flat, and there are some footpaths around too. Eleveden is pretty flat, and cycling is pretty easy (I say that as a very unfit 50 something, who hasn’t cycled since leaving school!). TheABC · 22/01/2020 10:32 Not everyone uses a bike. Walking is fine – it will just take you a bit longer. theweebleshavelanded · 22/01/2020 10:33 none unless you want to! its just a means of getting about to be honest. we only started biking around cp when ds was old enough! elevedens nice and flat, pool etc 99% is in the middle. raindropsfallingonglass · 22/01/2020 10:35 I think last time we went we just took the kids’ bikes and walked ourselves. DH might have taken a bike, I can’t remember, I didn’t (and if you read some places on the internet there are tales of bikes being stolen overnight anyway). I don’t know Elveden, but even at Longleat which is quite hilly, it’s fine to walk. If you’re way over the other side there is always the land train anyway. peachescariad · 22/01/2020 10:40 Seasoned Centre Park-er here.Elveden is probably the best one for non-cycling as everything is in a central point (apart from the Aqua Sana spa).and it’s flat. It depends were your villa is located though.check out the map on the website. TBH I can’t see why you can’t cycle at 28 weeks, but that’s your decision. You’re looking at approx 20 minute walk tops if your villa is located far away. You can pay a bit extra to have a villa located very neat the sports centre/main centre. You will love it! I’ve been going to over 25 years and all our DC (all young adults now) still love it and go with their friends/partners now. stormy11 · 22/01/2020 10:52 Hi OP. You could always check with your midwife but I think they would advise against cycling especially as your not very comfortable with it and you will be in your third trimester. You don’t want anything to happen to you. But a trip to centre parcs sounds lovely! BiddyPop · 22/01/2020 11:00 We rented bikes on the 3 occasions we stayed in CP in the UK as it suited us. But we were in the Netherlands last year and only rented them for 1 day as we wanted to go outside the park for a trip. And even in the UK, while we found them useful and fun (as a relatively unfit, somewhat flabby, mid-40s person trying to keep up with much fitter and better cyclists DH and DD!!), and they were handy for doing shopping etc – we walked as much as cycled and still enjoyed ourselves. And there were lots of people walking all the time! Yes, try to see where your villa is on the map. DH could get a bike if he wanted, for the entire time or just for a day or two – but YOU don’t have to! Or you could just get a bike for your DC – give them the freedom of quiet roads and you walk along with them. BiddyPop · 22/01/2020 11:05 What we always found useful was making sure we had brought a couple of small backpacks – for throwing swimming gear into or bits of shopping etc – as whether on bikes or walking, it gave us hands free to pick up DD (she was quite small on our 1st trip), and help tug her along on occasion, to cycle, or just to hold hands as we walked together (aw how rosemantic!! ). Also, pack of cards to play all sorts of games in the house, some extra chalk for the board (drawing, word games, shopping lists or notes to each other) and the makings of a couple of easy but nice dinners and a couple of meals that DD would DEFINITELY eat but could be prepared in a hurry.she could come home starving from the pool and get sooo H-ANGRY as a result that food and snacks were important things to plan. Titsywoo · 22/01/2020 18:43 When we go we get bikes for the kids, me and my friend and DH just walks everywhere. We always stay near the centre which helps. It depends how old your kids are really – if everyone else is cycling and it doesn’t matter if you are 10 mins behind then it’s not a big deal (or you set off walking early which is what DH did). Elveden is the best as it’s flat. Sleepthiefismyfavourite · 22/01/2020 18:46 I got to Centre Parcs twice a year, and have never cycled nor have my family! To be honest you don’t see that many people on bikes anyway, it’s totally aimed at people who don’t cycle too DeRigueurMortis · 22/01/2020 19:05 Regular at CP here but not been to Elveden. We used to take/hire bikes when the kids were small but rarely bother now. Elveden is I believe the smallest site so you’re in luck there and tbh if we find it no bother at the larger sites I think you’ll be fine. That does assume you’ve got some transport for your child though (buggy/scooter/balance bike depending on age) as I think it would be hard work with a small child being expected to walk everywhere. The biggest benefit with bikes is simply time. It’s pretty quick getting around with bikes, but without you’ll need to be careful about allowing plenty of time to get where you need to be and book activities accordingly. So partly it also depends on how “busy” you intend to be. If you want to book 3/4 activities a day, it’s going to be hard without bikes, but if you’re just going to chill, use the pool and maybe do one activity a day then it’s fine. Floralnomad · 24/01/2020 18:26 We went to CP Longleat at the start of December and we didn’t cycle at all, it’s not essential, Please create an account To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. 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Can adults only go to Centre Parcs?

Is There An Adults-Only Center Parcs Village Or Area? – Sadly, there isn’t an adults-only Center Parc village or a dedicated area in any of the Center Parcs villages reserved just for adults. Instead, Center Parcs was predominantly designed as a family-based holiday.