This is family togetherness
From Easter escapes to sunny summer breaks to magical festive getaways - discover family fun all year round, whatever the weather. Whether you are playing together, splashing together, eating together, or just hanging out together, everything at Center Parcs is made for families. Maybe it’s watching the children run around, trying new activities and being carefree. Maybe it’s seeing their faces light up as they watch you do things they wouldn’t normally expect of you. However you choose to spend your time at Center Parcs, it's time together that will bring you closer as a family.
It’s all you need, in one place, in a short break.
Be sure to book early for the best choice and availability.
Our villages
All six of our UK and Ireland villages have everything you need for a perfect short break, but each village has its own distinctive character. From the rolling hills and valleys at Longleat Forest to rare red squirrels at Whinfell Forest, there are different landscapes, wildlife and special features to discover.
Break durations
You can choose from three-night weekend breaks, four-night midweek breaks and seven-night breaks, arriving on either a Monday or Friday. Be sure to make the most of every moment: you can arrive from 10am on your first day and stay on village until midnight on your last day.
Accommodation
Discover a wide range of lodges, with something to suit every family. From practical and popular Woodland Lodges to luxurious, fairytale-inspired Treehouses - and everything in-between - all of our accommodation options are spacious, modern and stylish, offering beautiful views through the forest.
Flex Your Stay
We understand that plans change, so Flex Your Stay gives you peace of mind by allowing you to cancel or amend your break without charge for any reason, much closer to your arrival date. It can only be purchased at the time of booking or within 14 days of booking your break.
Subtropical Swimming Paradise
Make a splash in our waterpark, the Subtropical Swimming Paradise, heated to 29.5c all year round. Discover exhilarating rides and slides, tackle the Wild Water Rapids or have adventures in the children’s water play areas.
Activities
Discover up to 200 indoor, outdoor and watersports activities. Whether you’re flying through the treetops, floating on the lake or trying a fun indoor activity, you’ll find something for all ages and abilities. Why not try something new or do an activity together as a family?
Restaurants
From Indian to Italian or pancakes to pub classics, you’re sure to find something to tempt your tastebuds at our range of restaurants. Why not get everyone round the table for a family dinner, whisk your loved one off for a romantic meal or order delivery to your lodge?
Aqua Sana Spa
An award-winning spa escape in the heart of the forest. Explore up to 25 spa experiences and discover the healing powers of heat, water and nature, treat yourself to an indulgent spa and beauty treatment or nourish your body with delicious dishes in our Vitalé Café Bar.
Discover our villages
Longford Forest
Our first village in Ireland is nestled in the beautiful, ancient forest near Ballymahon. Visit Ireland’s largest water park, the Subtropical Swimming Paradise, see rare wildlife including pine marten and red squirrels, try Interactive Gaelic Games or relax in Aqua Sana Spa, winner of the Best Spa in Ireland award 2020.
Whinfell Forest
Enjoy picturesque landscapes and spot rare wildlife at Whinfell Forest, nestled on the edge of the Lake District. Wander amongst tall pines and trickling streams, meet curious and cheeky red squirrels and discover a range of activities, restaurants and Scandinavian-style lodges, all set around a beautiful lake.
Sherwood Forest
The original UK Center Parcs village, set amongst the majestic oaks and pines of the legendary Sherwood Forest. Explore the leafy, open-air Village Square, make a splash on the family-friendly Grand Cascade water ride or enjoy the panoramic views from the UK’s first Treetop Sauna at Aqua Sana Spa.
Longleat Forest
Rolling hills, valleys and towering trees make for spectacular scenery and striking views at Longleat Forest. Gaze up at awe-inspiring Giant Redwoods, soak up the views from the comfort of the free land train, try themed adventure golf or relax in the atmospheric Forest Cavern at Aqua Sana Spa.
Elveden Forest
Active families and those who love the great outdoors will adore spotting wildlife and trying adrenaline-filled experiences at Elveden Forest in the heart of rural Suffolk. See the beautiful and tiny Muntjac deer, whiz down the longest Center Parcs zip wire or stay in a striking Waterside Lodge.
Woburn Forest
Tucked away in beautiful rural Bedfordshire, Woburn Forest is one of our newest and most modern villages. The compact 300-acre site is ideal for young families, and it’s home to the Subtropical Swimming Paradise with the biggest selection of rides and slides and the world-first Mineral Room at Aqua Sana.
Break durations
Whether you’re escaping to the forest for an action-packed long weekend or truly relaxing with a full week away, you can choose a break duration to suit you. Choose from three-night weekend breaks, four-night midweek breaks and seven-night breaks. You can arrive from 10am on your first day and stay on village until midnight on your last day.
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Above are a number of example short breaks, prices shown are per lodge.
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*Selected breaks, accommodation and locations only. Conditions apply.
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Discover breaks at Center Parcs
Whether you’re raring to go or ready to relax, there’s something for everyone to enjoy on a Center Parcs break in the forest. Discover rides, slides and splash pools in the Subtropical Swimming Paradise, try up to 200 indoor, outdoor and watersports activities or explore the woodland and meet friendly wildlife.
Play on the sandy beach, discover adventure play areas or go for a leisurely cycle through the forest. Try delicious dishes from around the world in our family-friendly restaurants, indulge in a little retail therapy with our on-village shops or have some much-deserved ‘me time’ at Aqua Sana Spa.
Our villages
All six of our UK and Ireland villages have everything you need for a perfect short break, but each village has its own distinctive character. From the rolling hills and valleys at Longleat Forest to rare red squirrels at Whinfell Forest, there are different landscapes, wildlife and special features to discover.
Break durations
You can choose from three-night weekend breaks, four-night midweek breaks and seven-night breaks, arriving on either a Monday or Friday. Be sure to make the most of every moment: you can arrive from 10am on your first day and stay on village until midnight on your last day.
Accommodation
Discover a wide range of lodges, with something to suit every family. From practical and popular Woodland Lodges to luxurious, fairytale-inspired Treehouses - and everything in-between - all of our accommodation options are spacious, modern and stylish, offering beautiful views through the forest.
Flex Your Stay
We understand that plans change, so Flex Your Stay gives you peace of mind by allowing you to cancel or amend your break without charge for any reason, much closer to your arrival date. It can only be purchased at the time of booking or within 14 days of booking your break.
Subtropical Swimming Paradise
Make a splash in our waterpark, the Subtropical Swimming Paradise. Discover exhilarating rides and slides, tackle the Wild Water Rapids, take a dip in our splash pools or have adventures in the children’s water play areas. It’s heated to 29.5c all year round for hours of fun, whatever the weather.
Activities
Discover up to 200 indoor, outdoor and watersports activities. Whether you’re flying through the treetops, floating on the lake or trying a fun indoor activity, you’ll find something for all ages and abilities. Why not try something new or do an activity together as a family?
Restaurants
From Indian to Italian or pancakes to pub classics, you’re sure to find something to tempt your tastebuds at our range of restaurants. Why not get everyone round the table for a family dinner, whisk your loved one off for a romantic meal or order delivery to your lodge?
Aqua Sana Spa
An award-winning spa escape in the heart of the forest. Explore up to 25 spa experiences and discover the healing powers of heat, water and nature, treat yourself to an indulgent spa and beauty treatment or nourish your body with delicious dishes in our Vitalé Café Bar.
Discover breaks at Center Parcs
Whether you’re raring to go or ready to relax, there’s something for everyone at Center Parcs. Discover the Subtropical Swimming Paradise, up to 200 indoor, outdoor and watersports activities, restaurants, shops and Aqua Sana Spa - all nestled in the heart of the forest.
COVID-19 Safety Charter
Center Parcs Longford Forest has registered and completed the Fáilte Ireland’s COVID-19 Safety Charter.
For more information, please visit the Safety Charter website.
Get ready for your break
Once you’ve booked your break at Center Parcs you can start to pre-book activities, make restaurant reservations and order essentials to your lodge online 12 weeks before your arrival date, allowing you to really make the most of your short break in the forest and ensure that you don't miss out.
Indoor activities
You can enjoy a range of indoor activities even when the weather lets you down on your break. Pre-book your indoor activities for your break.
Longford Forest news
Interested in the latest news from Longford Forest? Read about the villages updates that may affect your break.
Outdoor activities
Get outside on your break with our range of outdoor activities. Pre-book the outdoor activities for your next break.
Child friendly breaks and holidays
Take the hassle out of going away with children, toddlers and babies with a child-friendly break or holiday at Center Parcs. Book a child-friendly break.
Awards
From award-winning menus to the Tommy’s award, we are proud to have gained recognition for the high standards of each of our villages.
Winter and Festive breaks
Discover winter breaks this festive season. With a range of forest locations, escape this winter for the best family holiday.
*selected breaks, accommodation and locations only. Conditions apply.
Some images and videos are for illustrative purposes only and are representative from our UK villages and accommodation.
Breaks are now available to book until 15 April 2024. See general news for more information about our new dates.