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Our Guides blog archive brings together practical advice and useful information for planning and enjoying UK holiday park stays. Whether you are looking for travel tips, booking guidance, seasonal advice or ideas for getting more from your time away, these articles are designed to help you plan with confidence.

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Holiday Meal Ideas: Cooking in Your Holiday Home

Self-catering holidays give you the best of both worlds: the freedom to cook at your own pace and the choice to eat out when you fancy a break.

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Celebrate International Dog Day at Tregoad: A Dog-Friendly Paradise

With International Dog Day (August 26th) coming up, it’s the perfect time to show our four-legged friends just how much they mean to us. And what better way to celebrate than planning a dog-friendly getaway?

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Family of four having drinks at The Shack at Bowleaze Cove in the sunshine

Stress-Free Packing: Holiday Packing Tips for Trips with Children

Planning a family holiday is exciting, but if you’re travelling with children, packing can sometimes feel like a mission in itself.

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View of the Sea from Bowleaze Cove Beach on a Sunny Blue Day

Recharge by the Sea: Celebrate World Ocean Day & Global Wellness Day with a Coastal Getaway

As June begins, two global celebrations invite us to pause, reflect, and reconnect: World Ocean Day & Global Wellness Day.

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Why Choose a UK Holiday Over Going Abroad?

Planning your perfect holiday can be both exciting and overwhelming.

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Festive Decorating Tips for a Coastal-Inspired Christmas

Missing being by the beach this festive season? There’s no reason why you can’t bring a touch of coastal charm to your own home this Christmas!

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Weymouth’s Best Cocktail Spots

Weymouth, a charming seaside town on the Jurassic Coast of England, is the perfect holiday destination with its beautiful beaches, scenic parks, and some of the best mixologists around!

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The Ultimate Ice Cream Spots in Dorset

Summer in Dorset is all about sandy beaches, historic landmarks, and, of course, indulging in delicious ice cream and sweet treats.

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A shingle beach with calm sea and views of Portland and Weymouth Bay on a sunny blue sky day

What is The Blue Mind Theory?

Do you feel calmer and more centred after a day at the beach? Do you often feel drawn to large bodies of water? If you naturally gravitate towards water when looking for your lost equilibrium, you could be living proof of a current theory related to what’s known as the “blue mind”. But what is the blue mind theory and why does it matter?

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An orca's head breaching out the water

How to See Orcas in Cornwall – Our Top Tips

If you’re wondering how to see orcas in Cornwall, you’re not alone. Since reported sightings of the UK’s only resident killer whale family in Cornwall in 2021, orca spotting has become very popular in this part of the country.

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A selection of classic British scones filled with jam and cream

Where to Find the Best Scones in Cornwall

It’s rare to find a visitor to Cornwall who doesn’t at some point wish to sample the traditional rustic joys of a scrumptious Cornish cream tea. Devon and Cornwall are known for this quintessential West Country delicacy. Even as the debate rages on about whether the jam is applied first or the cream, they are more popular than ever. But knowing where to find the best scones in Cornwall is the thing that will make this unmissable treat a truly noteworthy experience.

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What to Take on a Caravan Holiday

There couldn’t be a better time to break new ground when it comes to adventurous holidays in the UK. Among the more imaginative family holiday opportunities available, camping, caravanning and glamping are more popular than ever. If you’re about to embark on a caravanning adventure, our What to Take on a Caravan Holiday guide is a must-read!

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What To Take On Holiday With a Toddler

Travelling with a toddler is a completely different experience from travelling with a baby. When your little one reaches this stage, there are more things to bear in mind so you have to be adaptable.

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Baby Holiday Essentials to Bring on Your UK Getaway

Taking a baby on holiday can be a stressful experience. There are so many things to bear in mind. And the list of items you need to bring increases tenfold with a tot in tow.

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How to Make Your Family Holiday Eco-Friendly

Recycling, composting, and cutting our water use: these are all things we might do at home to live ‘greener’ lives. However, what steps can you take to make your family holiday eco-friendly, too?

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Family playing in their hot tub

Hot Tub Holidays Guide

Hot tub holidays make the ultimate staycations. Whether you’re holidaying as a couple, family or group of friends, everyone loves sitting back and relaxing in the bubbles. Even in the colder months, it’s the perfect place to unwind and get the most from your free time.

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Indoor pool at Bowleaze Cove Holiday Park

Low Carbon Project

Waterside Holiday Group has carried out a low-carbon project to improve energy efficiency and increase renewable energy at our Bowleaze and Chesil sites.

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The Waterside Quiz

Quiz time! How much do you really know about Waterside and the local area?

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An aerial view of Bowleaze Cove Holiday Park & Spa and Weymouth Bay

Waterside Holiday Group are Reducing Their Carbon Footprint

In a bid to reduce their carbon footprint, Waterside Holiday Group have installed an additional 115 kWp of solar panels and converted their streetlights to LED lamps over the winter period.

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