Half Term & Summer

School Holiday Breaks

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Make the Most of the School Holidays

Dorset and Cornwall are absolutely perfect for school holiday breaks. The beautiful surroundings, attractions and activities for all ages mean you can keep the whole family happy while you make lasting memories together. Plus, our range of comfortable accommodation means you will always have a welcoming base to return to.

Half term and summer holidays are such precious times. With limited time in which to recharge, reconnect and have fun, it’s important to prioritise. Getting away, especially to the fresh sea air of Dorset or Cornwall, is an ideal place to start.

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The Perfect School Holiday Destinations

Family Facilities
With pools, play areas, jungle gyms and restaurants on-site, our parks make holidays easy and fun for kids, teens and parents alike.
Child-Friendly Activities
From local attractions to live shows and on-park events, there’s plenty to keep children entertained all holiday long.
Family Accommodation
Our lodges and holiday homes are spacious, modern and practical – perfect for families of every size.

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School Half Term Holidays

Half term is the perfect chance to take a break together and recharge as a family. With exciting activities, award-winning facilities, and the coast right on your doorstep, our parks are designed to keep everyone entertained – from little adventurers to grown-ups in need of a rest.

School Summer Holiday

Make the most of the long summer break with a seaside escape the whole family will love. Whether it’s days on the beach, splashing in the pool, or evenings filled with entertainment, our summer holidays are all about creating unforgettable memories under the sun.

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Discover Magical School Holidays Across Our Award-Winning Coastal Parks

Each park will leave you with bucket-loads of stories you'll tell again and again. Find your perfect holiday, from Dorset’s iconic shores to Cornwall’s scenic valleys.

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DORSET

Bowleaze Cove

Soak up stunning coastal views and enjoy seaside adventures along Dorset’s breathtaking coastline.

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DORSET

Chesil Beach

Set beside the iconic Chesil Beach, with fantastic facilities, 18 miles of jurrasic coastline and family-friendly fun.

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DORSET

Osmington Mills

Where the treeline meets the coastline. A unique retreat that blends natural beauty with modern comfort.

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CORNWALL

Tregoad

An idyllic countryside retreat, just minutes from the Cornish coast, offering peaceful retreats and fun filled adventures.

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School holiday breaks with us are truly for the whole family

Each of our parks is unique, but they are all near the sea, with fantastic facilities. They are also perfectly located for discovering Dorset or Cornwall during the school holidays, with beaches and family-friendly attractions on your doorstep.

But, while our locations and onsite facilities are ideal for children, we don’t forget that it is your holiday, too. Make time for yourself and enjoy a relaxing drink at one of our licensed bars or even delegate the childcare and head to the spa for some you-time while you are away.

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Everything you need

Family Friendly Fun

Keep your little ones busy during the half term holidays and let them burn off energy without even leaving the caravan park.

We keep our play areas, sports facilities, football pitches, swimming pools, spa and amusement arcades in top condition for everyone to enjoy.

Plus we include fast, free Wi-Fi perfect for streaming your favourite shows when you are all ready for some downtime.

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Keep everyone captivated

Child-Friendly Activities

We have a great entertainment schedule at some of our parks, with something for all our guests.

Lots of families choose to visit us and we tailor our acts to match the school holidays.

So, if you book your caravan half term breaks with us, make sure you check to see what’s on just moments from your accommodation.

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Space & comfort

Family Accommodation

Many of our holiday homes, lodges and caravans are suitable and well equipped for families of all shapes and sizes.

With plenty of options for spacious homes with a number of beds, washrooms and furnishings.

Browse our family accommodation to find the perfect place for you family.

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Our Unmatched Comfort & Convenience

At Waterside Holiday Group, we believe in providing our guests with everything they need for a perfect holiday. From spacious accommodations to thoughtful extras, every detail is designed to ensure your stay is as enjoyable and stress-free as possible.

Explore the features that come as standard with all our holiday homes.

Why Waterside?

Spacious Holiday Homes

Enjoy a minimum 12ft wide holiday home with plenty of room to relax
Free High Speed Wi-Fi

Stay connected with complimentary Wi-Fi throughout your stay
Private Designated Parking

Park your car right next to your accommodation with ease
Double Glazing & Central Heating

Stay comfortable year-round, no matter the weather
Bed Linen Provided

Fresh bed linen and beds made upon arrival
Fully Equipped Kitchen

Includes microwave, kettle, toaster, and more.

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Stories From Our Guests

Amazing place. Haven't been to a UK resort for years and things have changed a lot. Loads to do, right on the beach, great accommodation, food and drink places everywhere, clean, organised and just thoroughly enjoyable. If you've got kids and want a UK break, this is the place!

Graham Wines

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Stories From Our Guests

Had a 2 week holiday here, really dog friendly. Staff were wonderful, nothing was too much trouble will definitely go back cannot recommend enough.

Angela Thomas

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Stories From Our Guests

Tregoad is an excellent park and worth every penny. We stayed in one of the cottages with two children and our dog. The facilities were fantastic, the new swimming pool is very high quality. All the staff were friendly and helpful and the views were stunning.

Ant Everest

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Stories From Our Guests

A great location. The lodge was to great standard and dog friendly. The hot tub was used everyday.

Johnny Macklin

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Stories From Our Guests

This really is a beautifully kept park set in a lovely location with views across the hills and out to sea. The staff are so friendly and welcoming and there's such attention to detail, from the very well kept landscaping to little things like the doggy welcome pack in the caravan.

Niall Urquhart

Stories From Our Guests

The caravans were clean and the site well kept. The swimming pool was great and both my girls enjoyed it. The soft play and amusements were great too. The entertainment was decent. We have booked for their sister site, Bowleaze for next year, looking forward to that. I would recommend.

S Austin

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Absolutely love it here! There's so much to do for all, a funfair, various arcades, loads of activities, lots of different food and drink places, a swimming pool, gym and spa and right on a beach! The beach boasts scenic views of Weymouth and Portland, and doggies are allowed too!

Liann Thompson

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The Venue is great and the evening entertainment acts were of exceptional quality.

Mr Moore

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Stories From Our Guests

The kids loved everything especially the swimming pool. I would recommend anyone to come here, you’re sure to have a good time.

Mrs Smith

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At Waterside Holiday Group, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional experiences that our guests can trust. Our commitment to quality has been recognised by leading industry organisations, and our parks are consistently awarded for their excellence.