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Would we like Centre Parks?

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nickytwotimes · 30/03/2009 19:37

Me, dh and ds who is 2.7 that is.
We are not very outdoor type people. We enjoy walking, but that's about it in terms of activity.
WOuld it be a waste of time for us to go there? It looks like tha accomodation is nice and we are planning a week somewhere in the UK in the summer...

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cornsilk · 30/03/2009 19:39

Does ds like water? If he does then yes.

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giantkatestacks · 30/03/2009 19:40

Outside school hols you might like it so depends what you mean by 'the summer'.

Its always completely polarised on here by the way so just be ready for that...its the sort of marmite of holidays - oh and I'll give you a pound for every 'middle class butlins comment' you get...

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giantkatestacks · 30/03/2009 19:41

actually no I wont give you a pound for each one but you see what I mean

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nickytwotimes · 30/03/2009 19:42

It'll be school holidays as dh is a teacher. However, it is Scottish school hols so if we go before the overlap with England/Wales, it might be not bad?
Ds is a bit wary of the water, so maybe not the best then?
Lol at middle class butlins! I've used that one myself, but hey, we are middle class and not ashamed. Much...

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Hulababy · 30/03/2009 19:43

Do you like swimming?

Do you like cycling?

Will you be going out of school holidays?

How long for?

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nickytwotimes · 30/03/2009 19:43

Damn it giantkatestacks, that would've paid for the holiday!

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Hulababy · 30/03/2009 19:45

We went for first time before Christmas, for a week, and were very pleasantly suprised. Had also thought of the whole "middle class butlins" thing but we really enjoyed it. Infact DD loved it so much we are off on Friday for a long weekend with my parents.

Swimming and walking, and the playgrounds are the only free activities.

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nickytwotimes · 30/03/2009 19:45

God, no I hate cycling.
I am very lazy.

My ideal holiday is fannying around looking at cathedrals, museums and drinking coffee/wine, but as we now have ds, don't think he'll go for that...

No more pissed romantic walks by the lake for a few years.

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lockets · 30/03/2009 19:46

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nickytwotimes · 30/03/2009 19:46

See, swimming, walking and playgrounds sounds quite nice.
Not sure it would keep us going for a week though.

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MegBusset · 30/03/2009 19:47

We've just been with 2.1yo DS and found there wasn't much to do with toddlers (this was Elveden), it's more aimed at families with older DC. Also the accommodation was pretty shabby. The toddler pool was the best thing about it. Also it's virtually impossible to get offsite while you're there.

What do you enjoy doing on holiday?

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giantkatestacks · 30/03/2009 19:47

I know - I nearly crapped myself at my own foolishness...

You'll have to look at the prices for that week tbh - if they count it as school hols then its not worth it...

And maybe it would be a good opportunity to get his confidence up in the water - the baby/toddler pools are very good.

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nickytwotimes · 30/03/2009 19:49

Ah, right, not easy to get off site?
Cycling?
Tatty?
Nope, not for us then.

Haven't been away since ds was born, so not sure what to do.

As I say, we are pretty lazy on holiday and just like pottering.

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nannynick · 30/03/2009 19:49

It is cheaper to go during school term time, so if the date you do is optional, do look for offers.

It is quite acceptable to go to CParcs in my view just to go: Swimming, Bike Riding, Walking, Spa (for you and possibly DH).

It can take some getting used to, but once accustomed you either love it or hate it.

I find it to be a quiet place most of the time (arrival / departure days can be busy).

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giantkatestacks · 30/03/2009 19:51

I actually dont think its tatty at all but maybe I've been lucky - we always go comfort plus.

What are your other holiday options?

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giantkatestacks · 30/03/2009 19:52

Oh and it is good cos you get your own room - our hotel holidays where we have to share a room with the toddler have always been a mixed bag.

At least at CP you get your own place and kitchen and spend half the morning feeding the assorted wildlife at your patio doors.

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nickytwotimes · 30/03/2009 19:52

Other options are hiring a wee cottage somewhere in the north of England, maybe Yorkshire or the Peak Distric?

Oh and many thanks for all the input everyone.

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nickytwotimes · 30/03/2009 19:52

Wildlife?
Oh, now I am tempted agin.

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giantkatestacks · 30/03/2009 19:56

I would say that if the cottage in the Peask was the same price then I would take CP - just because you know where the park/softplay/pool/child friendly restaurants etc are. But at the end of the day its a kids holiday not an adult one.

We do a kids holiday every year but then also try to get away for a weekend to somewhere for an adults holiday too leaving the dcs with various in-laws/wolves.

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giantkatestacks · 30/03/2009 19:57

tsk Peaks

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dublinmom · 30/03/2009 19:59

Just went. Thought it was great!

We didn't cycle, there's a little land train that goes everywhere, and the kids loved it. DD is scared of swimming, but even she loved the toddler pool and the slides and got braver and braver.

Feeding animals outside your cabin is really nice, my DS (2.9) loved that.

I wouldn't pay for any activities, except the spa for yourself! Swim, explore the woods (a little) and hang out at the (very nice playground).

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dublinmom · 30/03/2009 19:59

Just went. Thought it was great!

We didn't cycle, there's a little land train that goes everywhere, and the kids loved it. DD is scared of swimming, but even she loved the toddler pool and the slides and got braver and braver.

Feeding animals outside your cabin is really nice, my DS (2.9) loved that.

I wouldn't pay for any activities, except the spa for yourself! Swim, explore the woods (a little) and hang out at the (very nice playground).

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nickytwotimes · 30/03/2009 19:59

Yes, holidays are just childcare in a different setting now, eh?

We weren't going to go on holiday at all, but we are having a hard time at home (trying to sell - desperate) and need something to look forward to and a break from the damned house. Will probably organise a wee night or two away for us next year.

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nannynick · 30/03/2009 20:00

How about just going to the Lake District and exploring the many walks. DS could go in a back carrier once he got tired of walking. DS may like going on boats, steam railways (Ravenglass, Lakeside), could even explore the Bestrix Potter locations (Hill Top Farm, Beatrix Potter Gallery - Becoming a National Trust Member may be worthwhile).
Or you could stay more local and explore parts of Scotland that you have not seen.

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