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Tregoad Cornwall Holiday Park | Waterside Holiday Group | UK Holiday Parks

Tregoad Celebrates Prestigious Five-Star Holiday Park Accreditation

We’re delighted to share some fantastic news: Tregoad Holiday Park has once again been awarded VisitEngland’s prestigious Five-Star Holiday Park rating - retaining not only the highest possible accreditation but also a well-deserved Gold Award. This year, our overall score has even increased, with an outstanding 97% quality rating.

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A family on holiday enjoying time together on the decking of a lodge among rolling countryside

Which? Recommended for the Fourth Year Running

We’re thrilled to share that Waterside Holiday Group has been recognised as a Which? Recommended Provider for UK Holiday Parks for the fourth year in a row!

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Image of 4 people stood on the restored South West Coast Path at Chesil Beach Holiday Park by the Jurassic Coast

Walk the Real Salt Path with Waterside: Restoration of Iconic Coastline Path

With the release of The Salt Path on the big screen recently, audiences across the UK are being reminded of the beauty, resilience, and healing power of nature.

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Waterside Raises Over £34,000 for Dorset Mind and Weldmar Hospicecare

At Waterside, we believe in giving back to the community that has supported us for so many years.

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Two people sat outside eating hearty food dishes with a white wine and a pint of beer

Why You Should Visit Stargazy Bar & Grill on Your Next Trip to Cornwall

We’re thrilled to announce that our Stargazy Bar & Grill, the culinary heart of Tregoad Holiday Park, has won the 2024 Diamond Award: Customer Choice Food Awards – Relax & Explore.

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An aerial view of the coast of Weymouth Bay with a holiday park and theme park funfair

Exciting News! Waterside Acquires Fantasy Island Fairground and Sunset Bar & Restaurant

We’re pleased to announce the acquisition of Fantasy Island Fun Park and the Sunset Bar & Restaurant at Bowleaze Cove.

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Exciting News! Waterside’s Tregoad Holiday Park Awarded 5 Stars by Visit England

Here at Waterside, we are super proud to announce that Tregoad Holiday Park has been awarded a commendable 5 star rating by Visit England! This accolade highlights the exceptional quality and is a testament to the dedication that our team pours into every element of your stay.

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5 Great Fish Restaurants in Dorset

If you’re looking for great fish restaurants in Dorset, you won’t be disappointed.

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Which? Recommended 2024!

Here at Waterside, we are thrilled to announce that we have been recommended by Which? for 2024, making this the third consecutive year we’ve received this prestigious recognition.

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Dorset Winning Gold

Golden moments in Dorset’s story of hospitality, heritage and community are always worth celebrating, and that’s exactly what’s happening this summer.

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Weymouth Beach The best beach in the UK for 2024

Weymouth Beach: Crowned No.1 in the UK by Tripadvisor

The soft golden sands stretching as far as the eye can see, the tranquil waves and the vibrant atmosphere buzzing with excitement – this is the essence of Weymouth Beach.

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

Which? Recommended 2023!

Our parks across Dorset and Cornwall have been named in the top two of the best UK holiday parks for 2022 and 2023 by consumer champion, Which?.

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A family of four on the decking of a holiday home overlooking the sea

Waterside Named in Top Two of Best UK Holiday Parks by Which?

We are delighted to have been named one of the UK’s best holiday parks by consumer champion, Which?

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2022 Fundraising

Here at the Waterside Holiday Group, our fundraising efforts for 2022 were a great success!

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The outdoor seating area of Southside Bar & Grill with covered veranda

Award Winning Southside Bar & Grill

Southside Bar & Grill has done it again!

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It Runs in the Family

It Runs in the Family

The story of the Waterside Holiday Group began in 1963, when Ralph and Esther Jacobs first founded Waterside Holiday Park in Weymouth.

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Download the Brand New Waterside App

Introducing, the new and improved Waterside Holiday Group mobile app for our three parks across Dorset!

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Jurassic Coast featuring West Bay

Waterside Raises £5,326 for Weldmar Hospicecare

On 6th July 2021, our teams across Waterside Holiday Group came together to take on a 24 mile hike from Golden Cap to Chesil Beach Holiday Park to raise money for Weldmar Hospicecare.

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The views out towards countryside from Tregoad Holiday Park

Tregoad Holiday Park Awarded Five-Star Rating

We’re over the moon to announce that Tregoad Holiday Park has become our third park to receive VisitEngland’s highest possible accolade of 5* status.

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Tregoad Valley Views

Waterside Holiday Group Expands to Cornwall

We’re delighted to announce that we are expanding with the acquisition of our fourth holiday park, and first in Cornwall.

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

Waterside Holiday Group Nominated for British Travel Awards

The team at Waterside Holiday Group is pleased to announce that they have been nominated for the Best Small UK Parks & Lodges Holiday Company award at the British Travel Awards 2020.

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Outdoor seating under a terrace at Breeze Bar & Grill within Chesil Beach Holiday Park

Breeze Bar & Grill Wins People’s Choice Food Award

It’s a fantastic end to Breeze Bar & Grill’s first season. The restaurant has received a Hoseasons Customer Choice Food Award after achieving the highest scores in independent customer satisfaction surveys for Family Fun destinations.

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

Bowleaze Cove Holiday Park & Spa Receives Silver Holiday Park of the Year Award

The team at Bowleaze Cove Holiday Park & Spa are celebrating once again after scooping the Silver Holiday Park of the Year award at the annual Dorset Tourism Awards, which took place on Thursday 17 October.

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Bowleaze Cove Holiday Park & Spa Achieves VisitEngland Gold Award

The Gold Award is not simply about the quality of the facilities at Waterside; everything from website performance to exceptional customer experience is taken into account so this is really reflective of an amazing team effort by all of our staff, guests, owners and partners.

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