Dog friendly holiday parks in East England

Southview Leisure Park, Skegness, Lincolnshire, East England

Type: Lively And Leisurely Weekly price range: £171 - £626

Pet friendly accommodation is available at Southview Leisure Park. Southview nestles in acres of beautiful parkland boasting lakes greenery and wildlife on the edge of vibrant Skegness and is just a short drive to sandy beaches.

A superb array of facilities offers something to suit everyone while lively Skegness and the unspoilt beauty of the Lincolnshire Wolds are on your doorstep.

An eternally popular seaside destination the bustling town of Skegness plays host to numerous attractions. Together with its famous award-winning sandy beach a seal sanctuary and animal centre will appeal to kids of all ages while adults enjoy a variety of bars restaurants and shops.

• Heated spa pool
• Sun bed and sauna*
• Children's pool
• Three restaurants Sports bar and Hotel bar
• Children's playgrounds
• Arcade
• Club room with party nights cabaret bingo disco and children's activities
• New internet café*
• Gift shop and grocery store
• Hairdressing salon
• Launderette*

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Kingfisher Apartments, Norwich, Norfolk, East England

Type: Relax And Explore Weekly price range: £245 - £888

Pet friendly accommodation is available at Kingfisher Apartments. Situated next to a stunning group of lakes associated with famous author and presenter John Bailey known as 'Kingfisher' these stylish apartments are the perfect retreat for a relaxing break in the heart of the Norfolk countryside. Guests also have use of the additional facilities at the adjacent country club which include a bar restaurant and pool tables.

Attractions abound in this scenic retreat Lenwade alone offers a dinosaur park wildlife park golf club and craft shops. Numerous pretty market towns pubs and gastropubs the Broads beaches racecourses at Fakenham Great Yarmouth and Newmarket windmills and unspoilt countryside walks are all close by.

Other places of interest in the area are • Norwich (12 miles) – castle cathedral market theatre excellent shopping bars and restaurants cinema leisure centres football • Norfolk broads • Historic country houses • Steam railway • Pubs and gastropubs • Riding school • Market towns • Cycle paths • Walks

• Games console hire*
• Children's play area
• Bike hire*

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Coopers Beach, Colchester, Essex, East England

Type: Relax And Explore Weekly price range: £141 - £1094

Pet friendly accommodation is available at Coopers Beach. Set on charming Mersea Island and boasting scenic sea views this park is ideal for enjoying the Essex coast and the numerous attractions of nearby Colchester – England's oldest recorded town.

Countryside walks crabbing on the shingle beach fishing trips golf and pony trekking offer family fun close at hand while Colchester just 12 miles away has one of the finest zoos in Europe a huge leisure complex a fascinating castle museum and excellent shopping.

• Coastline entertainment centre
• Children's club 5–11s
• Café and takeaway
• Amusements*
• Wi–Fi*
• Adventure playground
• Shop
• Launderette*

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Broadland Holiday Village, Oulton Broad, Suffolk, East England

Type: Relax And Explore Weekly price range: £186 - £784

Pet friendly accommodation is available at Broadland Holiday Village. The brick built bungalows and modern caravans at Broadland Holiday Village offer an idyllically peaceful setting on the banks of picturesque Oulton Broad.

Awarded the Tourist Board's highest grade of “excellence“ for the quality of its facilities this friendly family run park is one of the finest in East Anglia. It has something for everyone from leisurely marshland walks to thrilling watersports activities.

You can enjoy a superb heated indoor swimming pool with children's pool and viewing areas or pamper yourself in the hair health and beauty salon. There is a licensed club overlooking the marina serving delicious meals and takeaways.

A pleasant walk from the Holiday Village leads to Nicholas Everitt Park which has tennis courts bowling greens and recreational areas for all your family whilst the ever popular Pleasurewood Hills Theme Park at Lowestoft is within easy reach.

• Children's pool†
• Sauna
• Hair* health* and beauty salon*
• Waterside Bar with bar meals and takeaway
• Private marina
• Children's games room (Jul 24–Sep 4)
• Boat launching and mooring* facilities
• Wi-Fi (available in the club house bar and restaurant)
• Launderette*

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Sunnydale, Mablethorpe, Lincolnshire, East England

Type: Lively And Leisurely Weekly price range: £141 - £759

Pet friendly accommodation is available at Sunnydale. Nestling on the edge of the beautiful Lincolnshire coastline Sunnydale offers you a peaceful rural retreat for a relaxing family holiday.

A wealth of attractions await in this popular area from lovely walks in a nature reserve and a sandy beach within just 2 miles golf freshwater fishing theme parks and bustling Skegness and Fantasy Island. Historic Lincoln with its wonderful castle affording magnificent views good shopping and river cruises is easily accessible.

• Curlew Country Club with entertainment
• Windmill Lounge Bar
• Bar food
• Children's club 5–11s
• Indoor soft play area*
• Amusements*
• Wi–Fi*
• Adventure playground
• Kiosk
• Launderette*

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Billing Aquadrome, Northampton, Northamptonshire, East England

Type: Relax And Explore Weekly price range: £200 - £666

Pet friendly accommodation is available at Billing Aquadrome. Billing Aquadrome is set within 235 acres of beautiful lakes and parkland and is a popular choice for families and couples looking to enjoy both the on-site amenities and local attractions in and around this beautifully landscaped park.

Set on the outskirts of historic Northampton the area is host to numerous places to visit from museums and theatres through to excellent shopping centres and historic attractions. Althorp House Silverstone Raceway and Whipsnade Zoo are all within easy reach. The park offers many facilities and amenities for the whole family to enjoy including bars with family entertainment and a small funfair. For those looking for something a little more relaxing enjoy fishing in one of the well stocked lakes boating or even hire a pedalo

• Brand new for 2010 – Leisure complex with indoor pool* toddler's pool water slides* and Aqua bar (opening March 2010)
• Climbing wall*
• Funfair* – Go Karts*
• Fishing*
• Club with family entertainment
• Restaurants and takeaway
• Family bars
• Children's Play Area
• Crazy Golf*
• Pedalo and Hydrosphere hire*
• Shops
• Launderette*

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Rainbows End, Bacton, Norfolk, East England

Type: Peace And Quiet Weekly price range: £229 - £671

Pet friendly accommodation is available at Rainbows End. The ideal base for a peaceful and relaxing family holiday the contemporary chalets at Rainbows End are situated in 13 undisturbed acres and have private access onto a splendid sandy beach used almost exclusively by visitors to the park. Nine acres of the park are tranquil grassland and you can also enjoy a childrens adventure playground.

This is a wonderful area for getting away from it all; close by are Bacton Woods ideal for walks and picnics and the many waterways of the Norfolk Broads are within just 6 miles. You can relax on a river trip skipper your own day boat – the perfect way to discover the Broads at your own pace – or visit one of the many bird and animal centres. Bustling Wroxham has something for everyone in the family Sutton Windmill the tallest in Britain is home to a Broads Museum and Fairhaven Woodland and Water Garden has miles of lovely walks ancient oaks and superb views to enjoy.

The numerous seaside attractions of Great Yarmouth Cromer and Sheringham and the historic city of Norwich with its two cathedrals cobbled streets magnificent castle and abundance of shops restaurants and nightlife are all easily accessible from the park.

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Heacham Beach, Heacham, Norfolk, East England

Type: Lively And Leisurely Weekly price range: £147 - £639

Pet friendly accommodation is available at Heacham Beach. Situated close to an extensive beach – the only one in Norfolk to face west – Heacham Beach sits on the glorious North Norfolk coast between the seaside resort of Hunstanton and the Georgian market town of King's Lynn. After a day exploring or trying your hand at the sports programme relax in the bar with great entertainment for all the family.

North Norfolk is home to some of the most spectacular wide sandy beaches in the country many of which offer coastal paths and superb opportunities for birdwatching. Hunstanton boasts an excellent aquarium and the Sea Life Sanctuary both a firm favourite with children.

The Heacham Lavender fields seal trips from beautiful Blakeney Point and a visit to Sandringham House offer something for everyone and historic King's Lynn with its many attractions and ancient Gaol House is well worth a visit.

• Indoor heated fun pool with mini-slide
• Water resorts programme
• Sports field sports programme
• Pool*
• Darts
• Paddling pool
• Boathouse Tavern with entertainment
• Food bar
• Children's club for 5–11s
• Children's adventure playground
• Amusements*
• Wi–Fi*
• Shop
• Launderette*

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Cherry Tree, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, East England

Type: Lively And Leisurely Weekly price range: £214 - £769

Pet friendly accommodation is available at Cherry Tree. Boasting a magnificent rural setting and only a short drive from the ever popular resort of Great Yarmouth this park is ideal for discovering the Norfolk Broads and the delightful beaches of this beautiful coastline.

The fun never stops and there's loads to see and do whatever the weather. For those looking for a bit of culture the resort also has a proud maritime heritage and there are many beautiful ancient buildings to explore in the town. With plentiful shops pavement cafés and a fun filled holiday atmosphere it's not difficult to see why the resort has remained a family favourite for generations.

Discover the delights which Norfolk has to offer or stay on the park and take advantage of the excellent facilities.

• Sun terrace
• Orchard Family Entertainment Venue
• Pool View Bar with Costa Coffee
• Treetops Tots (under 4s)
• Treetops Grove featuring Maxi Multi and Milli (4–10s)
• Freestyle Club (10–15s)
• Wi-Fi access (in designated areas)
• Maxi Indoor Play Zone
• Adventure playground
• Crazy golf*
• Amusements*
• Mini supermarket
• Launderette*

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Kessingland Beach, Lowestoft, Suffolk, East England

Type: Lively And Leisurely Weekly price range: £150 - £799

Pet friendly accommodation is available at Kessingland Beach. In a wonderful position right next to the beach this is the perfect park for a fun filled family holiday.

An array of daytime and evening activities ensures there's something to suit everyone – from splashing about in the indoor pool and fabulous outdoor fun pool to sports mini 10-pin bowling pool and darts. Children will love their own play areas and the action packed clubs offering fun and games for toddlers through to teenagers.

Once the sun goes down the Beachside Showbar provides a sparkling programme of family entertainment with dancing live shows visiting cabaret and competitions. Alternatively relax with a quiet drink and simply watch the world go by.

• Indoor heated pool
• Outdoor heated fun pool
• Water Resorts programme
• Sports Resorts programme
• Pool* and darts
• All-weather multi-sports court
• Indoor spa bath
• Children's paddling pool
• Family entertainment
• Beachside Showbar
• Children's clubs for 5–11s and 12–16+
• Boathouse Bar and Beachside Restaurant
• Takeaway
• Fish 'n' chip shop
• Strikes mini 10 pin bowling*
• Amusements*
• Wi–Fi*
• Play area for under 5s
• Adventure playground
• Shop
• Launderette*

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152