Alternatives to Center Parcs

When considering a staycation in the UK, Center Parcs is one of the best-known resorts offering facilities and activities for the whole family, but with 83% of British travelers opting for a staycation rather than traveling abroad in 2025, we wanted to see what other resorts were available to a diverse group of travelers.

Alternatives to Center Parcs for families

Brecon Beacon Adventure in Wales

Accommodation comprises of glamping pods for up to three people, with basic amenities such as heating, electricity and lockable doors. The pods are located on the scenic shores of Llangorse Lake where a lot of water-based activities happen.

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The activities schedule is thoroughly planned out from arrival and includes a multitude of activities for all ages, including watersports, climbing, archery, caving and more. All equipment and facilities are included within the cost, as are all meals.

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Hunters Quay in Argyll, Southern Highlands

This resort is part of Hoseasons’ Go Active+ Breaks Collection, making it an exciting option for families seeking action and adventure. With some activities such as crossbow, horse riding and off-roading specifically catered to older children and extensive spa facilities and gym classes available to parents, this resort has something for everyone.

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The lodges themselves are spacious and modern with state-of-the-art facilities including fully equipped kitchens. The premium lodges can host up to eight guests, plus pets and all lodges include wooden decking for outdoor dining and a hot tub for guests to use at their leisure.

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Wild Duck in Norfolk

With 100+ indoor and outdoor activities included in the ‘Stay+Play’ package, this resort has an activity for every member of the family. From swimming pools to watersports, cycling, sports coaching and live performance entertainment.

The premium lodge accommodates up to four guests in two bedrooms and includes a fridge and microwave, TV and DVD player, bed linen and towels and a shower room with a WC as standard.

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Alternatives to Center Parcs for couples

Keswick Reach Lodge Retreat in Cumbria

Set in the stunning surroundings of the Lake District, what this resort lacks in planned activities, it makes up for in sweeping landscape and calming ambience – as well as the luxury spa features promoting wellness, relaxation and romance, making it an ideal retreat for couples.

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The largest lodge hosts up to eight guests, with well-appointed neutral decorating and equipped with all the mod-cons required, all lodges also feature a private hot tub on their outdoor terrace.

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Golden Oak Hideaway – Forest Holidays

These lodges are available at 11 forest locations throughout the UK. Each lodge has been designed with romantic retreats in mind, with occupancy for two and facilities to accommodate a couple – including double vanities, double shower heads, a sunken bath for two and a hot tub on the deck.

Guests have the option to add a variety of activities to their booking, including forest-bathing nature therapy, in-cabin spa treatments, cycling, hiking, wildlife skills and adrenalin-pumping activities to create the perfect getaway, whatever type of activities you like to get up to as a couple.

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