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Holidays and breaks with children in Ireland

Experience the joy of a Center Parcs holiday with young children as you see everything through their eyes: the majesty of the forest, the delight of new adventures, the fun of exciting activities. With weekends and short breaks in the UK geared specifically for 5 to 12 year olds, your children are guaranteed to have the time of their lives. 

Last-minute breaks

Spring breaks

Longford Forest

Nestled in 400 acres of beautiful historic forest just five kilometres from Ballymahon, Longford Forest is our first resort in Ireland. You’ll find plenty of activities, restaurants and accommodation options tucked away amongst the trees, offering everything you need for a perfect short break. 

 

Discover Longford forest

  • The kitchen and living room of a Woodland Lodge.
  • Exclusive lodge games room
  • Mother and daughter reading a brochure
  • Twin bed bedroom at Sherwood Forest.

Lodges and accommodation for younger children

Our accommodation is designed to be your home away from home. Each accommodation type offers:

  • A patio that's perfect for family barbecues
  • A log burner for those cosy evenings together
  • Bed linen, towels, and kitchenware
  • Spacious open-plan layout

Exclusive Lodges boast added amenities like games rooms and hot tubs, while Executive Lodges include a TV in every bedroom for ultimate family entertainment!

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See what our guests are saying

Longford Forest

Great family break

@Explore436900 - April 2024, Longford Forest

We must have been the last family in Ireland to try Centreparcs and we’re sorry we’re waited so long. Fantastic long weekend here. We’ve already booked to return in Autumn to a spa lodge! The staff are brilliant and they make the place. Lodge was lovely and open fire was a treat coming from our heat pump home! Restaurants are super family friendly and everyone is so nice. Pool is great and we cycled everywhere and did loads of fun activities (wall climbing, tennis, meeting owls, driving little range rovers, bowling). We made great use of indoor play areas and outdoor playgrounds. Even sideways rain didn’t dampen our fun.

Excellent, relaxing and fun stay! We will be returning

@Chillaxer1979 - February 2024, Longford Forest 

Relaxing, exciting and well cared for would be the words we would use for our stay here! From arrival to the last evening we have had a ball. Accomodation is so well appointed. We are in Maple and really like the distance from the centre (10 minutes walk only) Its really relaxing and quiet here. We ate in Sports Bar, Hucks, and got the restaurant runner which is BRILLIANT where you have varied tastes. Delivery to the lodge was such a treat. The pool, archery (thank you Al) the fairires (Thank you Harmony), ariel adventure, bowling (Thank you Aaron), mini golf were al brilliant. Customer services (Very and Jordan) helped us with various bits and bobs for which we were really grateful. We will be back and while I have named a few people - everyone we met was really lovely and couldnt help more. Security were so helpful too when I locked myself out!!! Felt safe, relaxed and I feel that it is well worth the money. Feb is such a lovely time to be here.

 

 

  • Toddler on the beach

What's included with your break

  • Up to 400 acres of beautiful forest to explore
  • Free entry to the Subtropical Swimming Paradise water park, with rides, slides and splash pools
  • A lake and beach to enjoy
  • Adventure playgrounds and picturesque picnic areas

More about what's included

Activities for the whole family

Double Kayak Hire

Double Kayak Hire

Spend some peaceful quality time with your partner or invite a friend or family member, taking to the water in one of our fantastic double kayaks. You’ll learn new skills in the water, taking in your idyllic surroundings at the same time.

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Aerial Adventure

Aerial Adventure

Get ready for an amazing treetop adventure, perfect for adrenaline junkies and thrill seekers. Conquer our spectacular treetop course, complete all the elements and finish with a descent on our zip wire. Maximum weight 18 stone.

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Archery - Little Outlaws

Archery - Little Outlaws

Calling all budding Robin Hoods … this activity is a great way to learn bow and arrow skills, using precision and accuracy to shoot at the target. Ages 3 to 9 years.

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Family Karts

Family Karts

Go Karting crazy as you zoom around the track, pedalling as fast as you can to overtake the competition and learning some clever manoeuvres before the final big race. Minimum age 4 years.

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  • A family swimming together in the Subtropical Swimming Paradise.
  • The interior of the Subtropical Swimming Paradise at Longleat Forest.
  • A school aged boy going down a slide in the Subtropical Swimming Paradise.

Splash in the Subtropical Swimming Paradise

  • Heated to 29.5c all year round
  • Children’s water play areas
  • Rides and slides
  • Tropical Cyclone raft ride
  • Wave pools and whirlpools
  • Canopy Café serving poolside food and drink

Top tip: hire a Family Cabana for a cosy, peaceful retreat – perfect for naptime!

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  • Plates of Chinese food
  • A young girl eating chips.
  • Soft play with a variety of soft toys

Child-friendly restaurants

Each restaurant is child-friendly and perfect for families. At most of our dining spots you can expect to find:

  • Children’s menus full of tasty and healthy dishes
  • Disposable activity packs to keep children occupied at the table
  • Food delivery service straight to your lodge
  • Play areas at some of our restaurants

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  • Two women relaxing in a wooden Nordic sauna.
  • Outdoor pool at Aqua Sana Elveden.

Feel revitalised at Aqua Sana Spa

Need some time to recharge? Why not visit Aqua Sana and enjoy a relaxing spa day.

Nestled in the trees of our Center Parcs villages, each of our spas have up to 25 different spa experiences, from wet, to dry, to herbal or meditative, you'll find everything you need to leave feeling relaxed and revitalised.

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  • A family riding their bikes together on a path alongside the forest.

Top tips for the perfect break

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time of the year to book a break with children?  

Center Parcs is open all year round, so whatever the weather you can enjoy a spectacular seasonal break. See the forest in full bloom in springtime, soak up the sunshine in summer, see the vibrant colours of the autumn forest and discover magical Winter Wonderland and Winter Forest Lights breaks. With a huge range of indoor and outdoor activities, there’s lots to keep the whole family entertained, whatever the weather!

Are breaks in the forest fun for children?

Yes, there’s plenty of fun for children at Center Parcs! Visit the Subtropical Swimming Paradise and explore thrilling rides and slides, spot wildlife in the forest and explore lots of fun activities available on your break that the whole family can enjoy together.

Around each of our villages, there are a number of indoor and outdoor play areas for your children to explore. As well as outdoor adventure playgrounds, there are indoor play areas where you don't need to pay or book - just turn up and let your little one explore to their heart's content.

All our restaurants are child friendly, with plenty of space for highchairs and pushchairs, children’s menus with healthy and tasty dishes, activity packs to keep them entertained and play areas in some of our restaurants where they can run around and play.

You can also hire a wide range of cycles, including Balance Bikes, Tag-a-longs, Children’s Bikes, Trailers and Pushchairs from the Cycle Centre, there’s something for the whole family!

Can we bring our dog on our break?

Yes, all our Center Parcs villages welcome dogs! If you would like to bring a dog, you need to book a dog-friendly lodge, and please note that dogs are not permitted in certain restaurants or areas of the village.

My children are disabled, is Center Parcs safe for them? Can my kids still take part in the activities?

We welcome guests with restricted mobility, disabilities, medical or particular care requirements. We aim to ensure that our services are as accessible as possible. If you have any questions or are experiencing any difficulties, please contact Guest Services who will be happy to help you. Detailed information about accesibility can be found in our Access for All policy.

Our adapted lodges are designed to cater for your accessibility needs. You’ll find dedicated disabled parking nearby, perfect for those with reduced mobility and ramps built-in to your accommodation and around the village for smooth access. You’ll also find open plan living, fully equipped kitchen with lowered worktops, handrails throughout the accommodation, spacious bedrooms featuring one electric bed per lodge and bathrooms with walk-in/wheel-in showers.

For those who’ve booked one of our Exclusive Adapted Lodges, you’ll find a hoist for the hot tub and saunas and steam rooms with wider access. Please bring your own sling as slings are not provided.

After booking your break let us know about any additional requirements with our accessibility form.

Are there any babysitting services available on-village?

We have a number of unaccompanied activities in the Activity Den including a Crèche. Our professionally trained, DBS checked staff will keep your little ones safe and entertained whilst you enjoy a well-deserved break – why not escape to Aqua Sana, our spa in the heart of the forest?

What if my child becomes ill while holidaying at Center Parcs?

If your child becomes ill during your break, The First Aid Centre is open daily from 9am to 5pm. You can call the First Aid Centre for an appointment and our First Aid and Emergency Technicians will be on hand to offer first aid assessment and advice. If you need to see a GP, we can help you contact local medical facilities, who will assess you and offer further advice, access to medical care, or suggest a route for you to access care.

What is the best time for my children to visit Center Parcs?

Center Parcs is open all year round, so whatever the weather you can enjoy a spectacular seasonal break. See the forest in full bloom in springtime, soak up the sunshine in summer, see the vibrant colours of the autumn forest and discover magical Winter Wonderland and Winter Forest Lights breaks. With a huge range of indoor and outdoor activities, there’s lots to keep the whole family entertained, whatever the weather!

 

What happens if I book a break but then need to cancel?

You may cancel your break at any time. However, the amount refunded to you will depend on whether you have Flex Your Stay Protection. Flex Your Stay allows you to cancel your break for any reason and receive a full refund up to 28 days before your arrival date. From 27 days up to 2 days before your stay you can still cancel your break and receive a reduced refund.

View Flex Your Stay terms and conditions to find out how Flex Your stay compares to our standard terms and conditions. 

 

Your picture-perfect family moments

Two young children playing adventure golf
A young boy and his mother with an owl
Two girls in a basket swing
A family of ducks walking on the grass
Family on quad bikes in the forest

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