Whether you’re escaping to the forest for a September break, October mid-term holiday or a ghoulishly good time at Halloween, there’s something for everyone on a family autumn break at Center Parcs. Enjoy over 100 indoor and outdoor activities, 400 acres of forest to explore, a range of restaurants and our cosy lodges in the heart of the forest.
What's at Longford Forest?
You’ll be able to roam acres of forest, gaze across the picturesque lake, visit the sandy beach and enjoy the outdoor children’s play areas.
Accommodation
As always, your home-from-home at Center Parcs, will be comfortable and made for families to enjoy.
- All our bedrooms sleep up to two people and there is a mix of single and double beds in our accommodation
- Choose an Apartment, Woodland Lodge or Executive Lodge nestled in your own piece of forest
- Add some luxury with an Exclusive Lodge and enjoy features such as a games room, hot tub, sauna and steam room
- Don’t forget we also have adapted lodges and dog-friendly lodges
Autumn activities
Discover activities and adventures for the whole family during your autumn break, from nature-themed to spooky Halloween fun.
Wizard Academy
We are inviting new trainees to go on an adventure of their own by joining our Wizard Academy. Come along to learn new spells and wizard crafts in this fun unaccompanied session.
Willow Workshop
Learn how to weave delicate, beautiful willow fronds into pretty objects and structures. Minimum age 8 years.
Archery - Target Archery
Accuracy and precision are the names of the game as you take aim and fire. It’s friendly family fun with a competitive edge as you take on the challenges and see who can rack up the most bullseyes. Minimum age 10 years.
Roller Skating
Strap on your skates, find your balance and you’ll soon be whizzing around the rink like a pro. Minimum age 6 years.
October holidays
Reconnect with nature as the weather cools down, and make the most of the October mid-term break with quality family time in the forest. On an October mid-term holiday, you can:
- Explore miles of winding woodland paths on foot or by cycle
- Discover over 100 indoor and outdoor activities for all ages
- Make a splash in the Subtropical Swimming Paradise, heated to a toasty 29.5c all year round
- Enjoy an autumn family feast in one of our restaurants or delivered to your accommodation
- Escape the blustery chill and get comfortable by the fireside together
Spooktacular breaks at Center Parcs
Have a spookily good time at Center Parcs with:
- Get creative with Broomstick Making, Halloween Cupcakes or Halloween Wreath Making
- Unleash little monsters into the Halloween Pumpkin Carving Workshop or Halloween Spooky Science
Most of our activities are an extra cost but there are also plenty of free things to do, including the Subtropical Swimming Paradise water park, adventure play areas, a sandy beach plus miles of woodland trails.
Halloween breaks
Brush off the cobwebs and get the family together for a spookily good time at Center Parcs on a Halloween break, with frightfully fun activities for the whole family to enjoy. You can:
- Get creative with Broomstick Making, Halloween Cupcakes or Halloween Wreath Making
- Unleash little monsters onto the Halloween Pumpkin Carving or Halloween Spooky Science
- Get into the Halloween spirit by decorating your lodge
Subtropical Swimming Paradise
Free entry to our Subtropical Swimming Paradise - our tropical themed water park is heated to a toasty 29.5c all year round, and includes:
- Exhilarating raft rides, slides and flumes
- Family favourite the Wild Water Rapids
- Themed play areas for little ones with spray fountains, slides and pools
- Heated indoor and outdoor pools, including the large wave pool, lagoons and whirlpools
- The Canopy Café poolside bar
Autumn family breaks
Escape the everyday and enjoy meaningful time together on an autumn family break in Ireland. The forest comes to life with vibrant colour, making it a beautiful backdrop for your autumn adventures. Make unforgettable memories as you explore the woodland, try exciting activities, share stories around the table and snuggle up in front of a log fire after a busy day.
Take a closer look at autumn breaks
