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Woburn Forest important updates and latest news.
Order all your favourite dishes with one delivery fee using Restaurant Runner!
Last updated 14 September 2022 (originally posted 04 July 2022)
From Friday 2 September, guests on a Woburn Forest break will be able to use our brand-new delivery service, Restaurant Runner.
Order from all your favourite restaurants with only one delivery fee. Whether you are craving a Chinese banquet or a pizza party, you can enjoy a feast in the comfort of your lodge. Does dad fancy a curry, mum a juicy burger, but the little ones are shouting for a pizza? Restaurant Runner is perfect for when the family can’t agree on what to have for dinner. Mix and match your favourite dishes to be delivered to your lodge in one order. Order online from your account on the day you would like delivery and choose from Rajinda Pradesh, Huck’s American Bar and Grill and our two new offerings, exclusive to Restaurant Runner, Pizzarrivo and Pinch of Asia.
Woburn Forest will close for one day – Monday 19 September 2022 to mark the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II
Last updated 13 September 2022
Following the announcement of the date of the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II, we have made the decision to close all our UK villages on Monday 19 September as a mark of respect and to allow as many of our colleagues as possible to be part of this historic moment.
Guests who were due to arrive at Woburn Forest on Monday 19 September should not travel on this day, though we will reopen on Tuesday 20 September and be ready to welcome our guests then.
We hope our guests will understand our decision to support our Queen on her final journey.
All guests impacted by the closure will receive an email today explaining the options available. The information below will hopefully help our guests with burning questions:
I’m due to arrive Monday 19 September for four nights, what can I do?
Please do not travel as all our UK villages, including Woburn Forest, will be closed on Monday 19 September. We’ll reopen to welcome guests on Tuesday 20 September for guests to enjoy three nights with us (Tuesday to Friday).
Will Center Parcs offer a discount as my break is a night less?
Yes, if you wish to continue with your break and arrive on Tuesday for three nights, we’ll automatically apply a discount, details of which are included in your email.
I’m on a seven-night break, what will happen?
We have emailed all guests directly who are impacted with the options available.
Can I cancel my break?
Yes, you may cancel with a full refund.
Step 1 - For a full refund on any prebooked activities and restaurants please cancel these via your Center Parcs account
Step 2 - To cancel your break kindly complete the break cancellation form and we’ll automatically issue a refund back to the last card you used to pay for your booking.
What time can I arrive on Tuesday 20 September?
10am
What time can I check in my accommodation on Tuesday 20 September?
4pm
I’m due to arrive Friday 16 September, can I watch the funeral before I leave on Monday?
No, Woburn Forest will close at 10am on Monday 19 September and we’re asking all guests to depart by this time.
I have activities booked on Monday 19 September, how do I cancel these?
For a full refund on any prebooked activities and restaurants please cancel these prior to their start times via your Center Parcs account
I have activities booked on Tuesday 20 September and I’d like to cancel as I’ll be travelling, how do I cancel these?
For a full refund on any prebooked activities and restaurants please cancel these prior to their start times via your Center Parcs account
Can I contact you?
Our central Contact Centre will be closed on Monday 19 September so that the team can view the historic event. We’ll be open as usual at 9am on Tuesday 20 September.
Impact to usual operations
Last updated 05 September 2022
Like many other businesses we are unfortunately impacted by staff shortages and recruitment challenges, which means that you may find some disruption to our normal services. For guests who have an impacted restaurant or activity booking we will contact you directly.
Please see below a list of current changes, please check back regularly as there are often last-minute changes:
Amalfi |
No longer available for takeaway |
Huck's American Bar and Grill |
Opens from 12pm - 2:30pm on Monday and Friday. Also opens at 4pm everyday. |
Rajinda Pradesh |
Closed Mondays |
The Pancake House |
Closed Tuesday 13 September |
Please note that we will keep this information as updated as possible but there may still be extremely late during break changes not listed.
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 The 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.
Bust some moves at the Leisure Bowl Disco
Last updated 08 August 2022
We’re pleased to announce that the children’s Leisure Bowl Disco has returned. Watch your little ones cut some shapes on the dance floor to your favourite tunes. There’s no need to book, simply turn up, free of charge. Finish off your fun-filled day with some evening entertainment and add the Leisure Bowl Disco to your family itinerary, Thursday and Saturday between 6pm – 8pm.
We’re now cashless
Last updated 25 July (originally posted 19 July)
All our villages are cashless and can no longer accept cash payments, including for the purchase of gift cards.
Subtropical Swimming Paradise - no need to book from 11 July
Last updated 23 June 2022
You may remember that as part of COVID-19 restrictions we introduced bookable swim sessions to visit the Subtropical Swimming Paradise. As we have now moved away from such restrictions, we have made the decision to remove bookable swim sessions from 11 July 2022 which means that guests will no longer be required to book to visit the pool from this date.
We know that the Subtropical Swimming Paradise is a popular feature of a Center Parcs break and we will still need to manage the number of guests visiting at any one time. The number of guests visiting the pool will be closely monitored and naturally some times of the day/evening will be busier than others, Saturday and Tuesday mornings are typically busy times.
It may be necessary when our pools have reached capacity for us to control guest entry. The good news is that guests will have the freedom to visit the pool throughout their break and we hope they’ll welcome the spontaneity.
We will be closely monitoring guest views, feedback and capacity levels in the coming weeks and carefully considering the future for entry to our pools.
We hope the questions below will help our guests:
What if I’m visiting before Monday 11 July?
If you have a break booked before Monday 11 July you will still need to pre-book your session to visit the Subtropical Swimming Paradise.
Do I need to cancel my swim session?
No, we’ll automatically cancel all swim bookings from 11 July.
Guests will still see their booking in their itinerary until 11 July.
My booking is still showing in my itinerary – what does this mean?
All Subtropical Swimming Paradise bookings will be cancelled from 11 July.
Bookings will be removed from all guest itineraries on 11 July and not before. Prior to this date guests will still see their pool session.
How often can I visit the Subtropical Swimming Paradise?
You can visit the pool 7 days a week, at any time between 10am-9pm and stay for as long as you like.
From time to time, we may have to restrict entry for your safety if we reach capacity during busier times.
When are the busy times in the pool?
The number of guests visiting the pool will be closely monitored and naturally some times of the day/evening will be busier than others, Saturday and Tuesday mornings are typically busy times.
Can we visit at different times and days to the rest of our group?
Yes, you can visit separately if you prefer.
What’s the likelihood of the Subtropical Swimming Paradise reaching capacity?
From time to time, we may have to restrict entry for your safety if we reach capacity during busier times.
I’ve booked towels with my swim session, will I still get these?
Yes, please visit the pool desk inside the Subtropical Swimming Paradise to collect your towels
Are bookable swimming sessions gone for good?
We are reviewing how guests access our pool and how we control this in the future. For now we’re taking them away and we’ll continue to review guest feedback.
Are you still controlling the number of guests in the Subtropical Swimming Paradise?
Yes, we electronically monitor the number of guests in the pool at any one time. If we reach capacity we will ask guests to come back at another less busy time.
Action Challenge closures
Last updated 10 May 2022
Please be aware that both Aerial Adventure and Aerial Tree Trekking will be closed from 16 May until 20 May for improvement works. Check out The Drop or our Indoor Climbing Adventure for your adrenaline fix instead.
If you or your party test positive for COVID-19 prior to your break
Last updated 14 April 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.
Travelling from Flitwick train station
Last updated 03 March 2022
Great News! Our complimentary Guest Shuttle Service is now available to guests arriving at Flitwick Train Station on Monday's and Friday's. There is no need to book in advance but if you need any information about the service then please contact our Guest Services team at Woburn Forest on 01525 842855.
COVID-19 measures
Last updated 24 February 2022
Following the most recent announcement regarding the further relaxation of COVID-19 measures, Center Parcs will continue to follow government guidance.
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 lateral flow test before visiting our villages. Guests who test positive for COVID-19 should follow the government guidance for self-isolation.
Guests due to visit prior to 18 April 22 are covered by our Book with Confidence guarantee and should complete this form if they find that they’re unable to visit due to isolation guidance. Guests may reschedule to a new date* or cancel with a full refund.
*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.
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.
Cycle Path development
Updated July 2020
The cycle path from Woburn Forest to Flitwick was completed on 3 July 2020. We are working in collaboration with Central Bedfordshire Council on this project and our plan is to continue the path all the way to Flitwick Train Station. Once completed, we hope that the path will provide a safe route for everyone to enjoy.
Lake closures on our villages
2 September 2019
As we operate a number of submersible activities on the lakes at our villages, we test our lake water for quality on a regular basis. Due to natural organisms, we occasionally receive a reading that means we have to close our lake whilst we treat the issue and gain a normal reading again. Should this happen we will ensure that guest disruption is kept to a minimum and that we bring activities back online as soon as we possibly can.
A unique escape room experience is coming to Woburn Forest
8 August 2019
Assemble your team and embark on a new adventure with Escape the Forest, arriving at Woburn Forest this October. With two different experiences to choose from, you’ll solve riddles and find keys in an attempt to locate hidden treasure and escape in time.
Our first 6-bedroom Woodland Lodges at Woburn Forest
Updated 25 June 2019
Woburn Forest is welcoming two 6-bedroom Woodland Lodges that sleep up to 12. They have all the features you love in our popular Woodland Lodges, but with six spacious bedrooms and four bathrooms. There will also be a 6-bedroom Adapted Woodland Lodge available, including an electric bed and bathroom with walk-in/wheel-in showers. Now available to book for breaks arriving from 26 August 2019.
Aqua Sana Woburn Forest named Best Day Spa in county
7 June 2019
Aqua Sana Woburn Forest has been voted the Best Day Spa in Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire in the Muddy Stiletto Awards 2019.
New fun-filled activities for little ones
28 January 2019
Discover three new activities for your little ones to enjoy. Make memories that will last forever as you forage through the forest to create your very own Family Nature Journal, or help our rangers discover woodland animals and their habitats in Nature Detectives, both at the Ranger’s Lodge. Your little ones can also have an adventure of their very own in Wizard Academy, where they can learn spells, play games and make marvellous wizard crafts in this three-hour unaccompanied session at the Activity Den.
Minimising traffic on the village
We know that our focus on providing a safe environment with minimal traffic is something you really value. That’s why we need your help to reduce the traffic on our villages to protect what you love about Center Parcs: a place where little ones can run free and explore, and parents can feel at ease.
*available when break booked is 26 weeks or fewer away.