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      The latest from Longford Forest
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      Updates to age restrictions on our activities 

      Posted 23 February 2023

      We’ve listened to your feedback about some of the age restrictions on our activities, and we’re delighted to let you know that we have widened the age ranges for 23 of our most popular activities so that your little ones can now enjoy even more adventures together.

      The changes will come into effect from Monday 27th February

      View which activities have been updated

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      We have joined Hidden Disabilities Sunflower

      Last updated 19 August 2022

      To support our guests and colleagues we are proud to announce we are now part of Hidden Disabilities Sunflower. The Sunflower provides a discreet way for guests to show that they have a non-visible disability. Guests can collect a lanyard or pin badge, free of charge, from Guest Services or Sports Plaza Booking Desk whilst on their break. Our colleagues will recognise the Sunflower and will be able to provide help, adjust activities, and meet needs where possible.

      We are proud to be part of Hidden Disabilities Sunflower and be able to provide a fantastic experience for all our guests.

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      If you or your party test positive for COVID-19 prior to your break

      Last updated 25 July 2022

      As always, our priority is to protect our guests and staff as much as possible, and we recommend that all guests due to visit take a COVID-19 test before visiting our villages. Guests who test positive for COVID-19 should follow the government guidance for self-isolation.

      Should you need to reschedule* or cancel your break due to a positive COVID-19 test result, please complete this form and our team will make contact.

      *If the new date is more expensive guests will need to cover the additional costs, however, if the new date is lower in price we will of course refund the difference.

      We’re now cashless

      Last updated 25 July 2022 (originally posted 19 July 2022)

      All our villages are cashless and can no longer accept cash payments, including for the purchase of gift cards.

      Treehouse in the forest

      Treehouses are coming to Longford

      15 June 2021

      We’ve announced our intention to submit a planning application to further develop Center Parcs Longford Forest

      Building on the success of the village since opening in July 2019, we’re now planning to increase the number of lodges and expand some of the existing facilities.

      The plans include the addition of 200 new lodges, including four of our most luxurious accommodation type - Treehouses. Hidden away within the heart of the forest, each Treehouse sleeps up to eight people and comes complete with a games den, outdoor hot tub, private parking and a dedicated Treehouse Host for the duration of the break.

      Alongside the plans to increase the number of lodges, we’re also proposing to extend existing facilities, including leisure facilities, restaurants and cafés, back of house facilities, the Subtropical Swimming Paradise and Aqua Sana Spa.

      The development will remain within the existing site boundary and is estimated to create around 300 jobs during construction and a further 250 permanent jobs once operational.

      We will now begin detailed design and site survey work, as well as a programme of community engagement, before submitting a planning application, with a target date of the end of 2021 for the submission.

      Family in the forest wearing Joules clothing

      New Joules stores to open

      30 March 2021

      We’re thrilled to announce our new partnership with the popular lifestyle brand, Joules.

      The company, who are renowned for their distinctive designs, will open a store at Center Parcs Longford Forest, as well as at the five villages in the UK, over the next few months.

      The stores will offer menswear, womenswear and childrenswear, as well as offering a click-and-collect service.

      Joules and Center Parcs are a natural fit – we both love the great outdoors (whatever the weather), we both know how important time spent with friends and family is and we both have a deep respect for the forest and woodland.

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      Forest safety

      7 August 2020

      During extreme dry weather spells we take advice from the Met Office, please see below some basic fire safety points:

      • Smoking is permitted only in designated smoking locations on village and on the patio/ balcony of accommodation
      • The use of wood from the forest is strictly prohibited for use on the fire in accommodation (please only use logs purchased from ParcMarket)
      • The making of fires of any sort is strictly prohibited
      • Should you discover a fire no matter how small, please contact the village emergency number or call 999
      • Due to our forest environment, we may need to withdraw the use of BBQ’s in extreme hot weather

      We do have regular fire checks in place but please be vigilant and help us to maintain a safe environment in the forest.

      Safety information

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      COVID-19 Safety Charter

      28 July 2020

      Center Parcs Longford Forest is pleased to announce that we have secured our COVID-19 Safety Charter from Fáilte Ireland. The Safety Charter demonstrates that we are operating in line with current Government safety and public health advice and is designed to give comfort and reassurance to our guests and colleagues that we are opening our villages safely, while still retaining the Center Parcs experience.

      For more information, please visit the Safety Charter website.

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      Festive breaks at Center Parcs – FAQs

      20 December 2019

      Be the first to experience the uniqueness of a festive break at Center Parcs. Enjoy quality time with your family and enjoy the twinkly lights and Santa’s Woodland Village throughout your stay.

      If you’re spending the festive period with us, we have compiled a list of answers to the frequently asked questions. 

      Read festive FAQs

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      Longford Forest welcomes local suppliers to its shelves

      9 August 2019

      Two local companies will have their products displayed on the shelves around Center Parcs Longford Forest. One is local biscuit maker The Lismore Food Company, whose bakery sits on Lismore Main Street, and recipes are a mixture of sweet and savoury biscuits, all with Irish tradition at heart. We also welcome Rowan Beg, who create soy wax candles in Connemara, all designed and crafted by their founder Nicola McGuinness.

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      View of the lake from the beach with Subtropical Swimming Paradise in the distance

      Center Parcs Ireland is officially open!

      29th July 2019

      Longford Forest is officially open, and our first guests are arriving today. 

      See what some of our guests have already been saying about Longford Forest.

      Find out more

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      An Taoiseach marks completion of Longford Forest

      5 July 2019

      An Taoiseach, Mr. Leo Varadkar T.D., today officially marked the completion of our landmark €233 million forest resort. Following an almost two-year construction process Center Parcs Longford Forest has been delivered on schedule and within budget.

      Find out more

      Woman working at the Subtropical Swimming Paradise tending to the tropical plants

      Be the first to experience the new way to short break in Ireland

      12 June 2019

      The waters in our indoor Subtropical Swimming Paradise are warming. The luxury lodges are being filled with everything you need to be your home from home. The lake is full of water and the beach is complete with sand. The 400 acres of forest and its friendly forest creatures are waiting to greet you. And up to 100 indoor and outdoor activities are waiting to entertain your family. So, what are you waiting for? Family short breaks in Ireland have changed, forever.

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      Our new Ireland charity partnership

      29 May 2019

      We are delighted to announce that we’ve chosen Barretstown as our charity partner in Ireland for the next two years. Based just outside Dublin, Barretstown runs residential camps for children with serious illnesses, offering a range of adventurous and challenging activities, making sure that even with a serious illness these children can still have a childhood.

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      Introducing Ireland’s biggest spa

      16 May 2019

      Aqua Sana Spa brings Ireland a unique spa escape. 2,500 square-metres of spa experiences and treatment rooms make Aqua Sana Longford Forest Ireland’s largest stand-alone spa, taking inspiration from some of the most spectacular natural environments from around the world. You can add a trip to Aqua Sana to your Center Parcs break, or indulge anytime with a Spa Day or Spa Break. 

      Visit Aqua Sana

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      Take a look at Longford Forest

      16 May 2019

      Our accommodation is now complete, and the village is due to open soon, so here’s our latest video for you to see how the build of Longford Forest is progressing.

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      Center Parcs lodge in the forest

      All our accommodation is complete

      15 May 2019

      466 lodges and 30 Lakeside Apartments are now complete at the resort. Each one of our self-catered lodges has been designed with families in mind. Our apartments are perfect for couples, small families or friends and our lodges range from two bedrooms to four bedrooms, so you can bring the whole family.

      Find out more

      CGI of Longford Forest Pancake House building behind beach and boating lake

      Watch Longford Forest bloom

      25 April 2019

      It’s springtime in the forest and the resort is transforming not only with leaves on the trees and new wildlife but we have our latest video update. Step into the resort and see the progress we’ve made this spring.

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      Boy and girl run down forest path in the summer sun

      Visit Longford Forest this summer

      23 April 2019

      Great news! We’ve opened up our bookings from 16 August 2019 at Longford Forest. You may not be first in the forest, but we’re excited to share everything Center Parcs has to offer with you. Longford Forest will be open all year round, so whatever the weather there will be something for your family, with indoor and outdoor activities for little ones and big ones alike!

      Book now

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      What’s being said about Longford Forest

      1 April 2019

      It’s an exciting time as we are getting closer to officially opening Longford Forest this summer. Here are some reviews from Irish media from people who’ve been over to the UK to experience a Center Parcs break. Their insight shows what to expect here in Ireland very soon.

      Find out more

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      The team behind the scenes

      1 April 2019

      It’s official, Longford Forest has a full senior management team in place. These eight senior managers will be intending to recruit approximately 1,000 members of staff before the resort opens this summer. Joining General Manager, Daragh Feighery we have:

      • Olwyn Hughes (Service Delivery Manager)
      • Jonathan Latimer (Finance Manager)
      • Mike Ahern (Accommodation Services Manager)
      • Lorraine Danaher (HR Manager)
      • Dave McCourt (Technical Services Manager)
      • Celine Bowyer (Leisure Services Manager)
      • Gavin Riley (Food and Beverage and Retail Manager)
      CGI of Longford Forest Pancake House building behind beach and boating lake

      Coming soon…

      20 March 2019

      Now in March, we’re getting very close to the opening of Longford Forest and the construction of the resort is coming along nicely. The iconic structure of the Subtropical Swimming Paradise has started to come together with the glass windows and the lake continues to fill, see our latest video for your peek into Longford Forest. 

      Tropical plants in the Subtropical Swimming Paradise

      Planting a paradise

      14 March 2019

      Our Subtropical Swimming Paradise is going to be home to exotic plants, coming all the way from the Netherlands. Two palms will dominate the Subtropical Swimming Paradise, one is 10m high and weighs 3,000kgs, both palms will thrive in the 29.5C heat! There are lots of other trees flagged to head to Ireland’s biggest indoor water park. Book your break so you can see them for yourselves.

      Find out more

      CGI image of Longford Forest Subtropical Swimming Paradise in front of lake

      A sneak peek into Longford Forest

      15 February 2019

      The construction of Longford Forest is progressing nicely, and your soon-to-be favourite areas are starting to take shape. With aerials views starting at the Aqua Sana Spa, moving to the heart of the resort – the Subtropical Swimming Paradise – with its iconic structure. To see more of Longford Forest see our latest video.

      Lego model of the Subtropical Swimming Paradise at Longford Forest

      Make a splash

      13 December 2018

      55,667 Lego bricks, 105 days and 840 hours later and Irish mother and son Lego artist duo – Jessica and Faolán Farrell – unveil the show-stopping Lego replica of our Subtropical Swimming Paradise, which showcases all that Ireland’s largest water park has to offer to those experiencing Longford Forest.

      Find out more

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      Great news!

      13 December 2018

      We’ve opened bookings for Longford Forest from 4 November 2019 onwards. With the construction of Longford Forest progressing nicely you may not be the first in the forest, as we still expect to be open in summer 2019, but we’re so excited to share Center Parcs with you that you can now start planning your very first break at Longford Forest, remember we have up to 100 activities to book, Aqua Sana Spa to relax in and up to 400 acres to explore. 

      Book now

      Bottle of VOYA product being held up in front of sea wave

      A perfect forest escape

      13 December 2018

      Aqua Sana Spa is a one-of-a-kind spa in Ireland and we’ve teamed up with VOYA and Elemis to provide our guests with premium spa products. Aqua Sana Spa will offer a variety of treatments which will use VOYA and Elemis products. VOYA products are formulated using the finest natural ingredients, while Elemis blend nature with science to provide products with transformative results.  

      Find out more

      Children riding in two green Off-Road Explorer cars down woodland path

      Longford Forest brings activities for all 

      13 November 2018

      From adrenaline and adventure to the calm and creative, Longford Forest will have up to 100 indoor and outdoor activities for all the family to enjoy. Our outdoor activities will range from being up in the treetops at Aerial Adventure, to down on the ground on a Segway Experience, or Off-Road Explorers for the little ones. Indoor activities range from sports like Badminton and Ten Pin Bowling, to our unaccompanied Activity Den sessions like Chocolate Chefs Academy.

      Subtropical swimming paradise build in progress

      The structure of the Subtropical Swimming Paradise

      13 November 2018

      Longford Forest is breaking Center Parcs records as the resort welcomed the record-sized 53-metre long, 22-tonne, glulam beams that will form the structure of the impressive Subtropical Swimming Paradise. The glulam beams travelled over 2,000 kilometres from Altheim in Austria before arriving at Longford Forest.

      Family of four walking through the forest. Dad carries son on his shoulders and Mum walks with daughter on their left.

      Family togetherness 

      13 November 2018

      It’s becoming more of a challenge to spend time together as a family as the rise in technology continues. We did some research into the battle for screen time and it showed that children in Ireland spend three hours per day using technological devices. So, at Center Parcs, put down the technology and try new activities, get back that quality family time and make new technology free memories together.

      Find out more

      Double bed inside a Center Parcs lodge

      Briody Bedding secures Longford Forest supplier contract 

      November 2018

      Meath based family run business, Briody Bedding, has secured a contract to supply Center Parcs Longford Forest with bespoke beds and handmade mattresses for the 466 lodges and 30 apartments. So, you’ll be able to sleep easy at Longford Forest knowing that Briody Bedding are committed to ensuring that our guests get a good night’s sleep.

      First completed lodge at Longford Forest

      Our first lodge complete 

      30 July 2018

      With modern design, stylish features and open-plan living, the first – of many – lodges at Longford Forest has been completed, marking a key milestone in the resort's development as we prepare to open in summer 2019.

      Find out more

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      Center Parcs serves up contract to Irish food companies 

      10 July 2018

      Four of Ireland’s top food companies have been given food supplier contracts, meaning these will supply the entirety of Longford Forest’s extensive dining options, from dining out at a number of our restaurants to Dining In, our delicious takeaway service you can get delivered to your accommodation.

      Center Parcs has awarded the following food supplier contracts:

      • Dublin based Keelings will be the fresh produce and dairy supplier
      • Family-run Heaney Meats in Galway will supply fresh meat
      • Coleraine based Lynas Foodservice and Antrim based Henderson Foodservice will be the premium foodservice partners to Center Parcs Longford Forest