Roller Tots
With plastic skates specially designed to help little ones keep their balance, this activity is a great way to introduce your children to the fun of rollerskating. Ages 2 to 6 years.
Holidays and breaks with pre-school children
When you have young children, finding the perfect holiday destination is absolutely key. Everything at Center Parcs is made for families, and little ones aged 2-4 years old can discover new adventures and activities around every corner. Book your holiday or weekend break and get ready to explore acres of woodland, spot wildlife, splash in the Subtropical Swimming Paradise and get cosy in your family accommodation nestled amongst the trees.
Child-friendly lodges
Our lodges are designed with families in mind and include:
- A highchair
- A super-sized storage cupboard for your pushchair
- A spacious layout perfect for little explorers
- Stair-gates (in two-storey lodges)
- Forest views so little ones can spot wildlife
Please be aware that some lodges have steps to the entrance, so check this when booking.
What's included with your break
- Adventure playgrounds
- Free entry into the Subtropical Swimming Paradise
- Up to 400 acres of woodland to explore
- Free baby dolphins session for under 3's
- Sandy beach
Activities for little ones
You’ll find plenty of fun activities and adventures for pre-school aged children. They can try something different with Mini Trek or Roller Tots, or learn new skills with Chocolate Chefs Academy or Football Fun Factory.
Mini Trek
This exciting aerial rope course is specially designed for younger children, giving them the chance to have their very own adventure in a safe, secure environment. Age 2-5 years.
Chestnut's Picnic
Join Chestnut the squirrel for songs, stories, fun and games… bring your little ones and their favourite cuddly toy along to Chestnut’s Picnic from some fun with their furry friends. Ages 18 months to 5 years
Baby Owls
Our Baby Owls session is a great chance for you, along with little ones to enjoy meeting Pop, our very own sleepy barn owl, and some of his feathered friends in the forest. Minimum age 1 year.
Cupcakes for Little ones
A fun, creative activity for little ones as they learn how to decorate their very own delicious cupcakes. Ages 3 to 9 years.
Face Painting
Transform your child for the day into a beautiful butterfly or a ferociously cute tiger. We use washable face paints to avoid laundry incidents. Minimum age 2 years.
Make a splash in the Subtropical Swimming Paradise
Our tropical water park is heated to 29.5c all year round and home to sensory children’s water play areas, splash pools and mini slides. You’ll also find family changing rooms, hair dryers, large lockers, a buggy park and the Canopy Café and Bar serving poolside food and drink.
Top tip: hire a Family Cabana for a cosy, peaceful retreat during your swim session.
Eating out with 2-4 year olds
All of our restaurants are child-friendly. You’ll find plenty of space for multiple highchairs and pushchairs, children’s menus offering healthy and tasty dishes, and activity packs to keep little ones entertained. You’ll also find indoor or outdoor play areas at some of our restaurants. Be sure to pre-book your table as early evening times are popular.
If you’d prefer a relaxing evening in, order restaurant food to be delivered to your lodge.
Making the most of your break with your little one
Here are our top tips on having a fun and relaxing Center Parcs break with your pre-school child:
- Book early arrival to beat the queues
- Hire a pushchair from the Cycle Centre
- Hire a trike or trailer from the Cycle Centre
- Pre-order groceries before you arrive
- Book your child onto a 3-hour unaccompanied activity while you visit our Aqua Sana Spa
- Let little ones run wild in our Adventure Playgrounds
See what our guests are saying
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We are the Howells, and this is family
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Make unforgettable memories at Center Parcs with your pre-school aged children
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