Planning a family break in the UK can be a bit of a juggling act. You want somewhere comfortable and easy, the kids want things to do, and if you’ve got a dog you’re probably trying to avoid the whole “who’s going to have them?” problem.
Lovat Parks is made for that kind of trip. Their holiday parks are in some properly lovely spots around the UK, so you get the outdoorsy bit without committing to long travel days.
To see what a stay was like in practice, we asked five Mumsnet users to test one of the parks as part of the Mumsnet Rated programme.
What did they think? All five testers said they’d recommend Lovat Parks to other families.
Why families love Lovat Parks
Lovat Parks has holiday parks in Cornwall, Norfolk and the New Forest, with nature on your doorstep.
Whether you’re after a weekend away or something longer, there are a few different ways to stay, including:
cosy holiday homes for family breaks
luxury lodges (some with private hot tubs)
glamping options if you fancy more of an outdoorsy feel
Dogs are welcome too, so you don’t have to leave anyone behind.
The idea is simple: holidays closer to home, in places where you can get outside and actually switch off. There’s plenty nearby as well, with nature trails, wildlife to spot, local food hampers and attractions a short drive away.
What our Mumsnet testers said
Our testers loved the combination of beautiful surroundings, family-friendly accommodation and the chance to switch off together.
It was absolutely amazing. The caravans were spotless and we were offered a hamper. Everything was in brilliant condition and all the required things for our stay were available.
Very clean and modern. Spacious and comfortable. Lovely facilities they offer, very good playground.
They also offer beach toys library, books library and board games library that we can borrow to keep the kids entertained. It was an amazing place with very friendly and helpful staff.
- Mumsnet tester
We had a fabulous stay at Padstow holiday village! The lodge was really lovely, nicely decorated and spotlessly clean. The Cornish food box, kid/ dog packs were really wonderful touches. I felt like everything you could have possibly needed/wanted was there. The location was perfect for us, we did trips and activities in Padstow, Bodmin, Newquay and Boldelva.
We also loved exploring the grounds of the park itself, completing the nature challenges provided. Heidi on reception was so warm and welcoming and really engaging with the children. All in all I really couldn’t recommend it enough. The children and I didn’t want to leave!
- Mumsnet tester
Really good. We appreciated the welcome box when we arrived and the local produce was a nice touch. The caravan was really nice, had loads of room and we appreciated having two bathrooms.
The children’s room had enough space. The WiFi was really quick and did everything we needed and the smart tv was great. The children liked the little park, it was great for hide and seek and they liked looking through the fence at the farm animals. I used the shop and got some local food and used the book swap. We didn’t use the game library as we’d brought our own but it was a great idea.
- Mumsnet tester
A holiday company with sustainability at its heart
Lovat Parks isn’t just focused on the stay itself, it also talks a lot about protecting the places its parks are in. It’s the first holiday park company in the UK to achieve B Corp certification, which recognises high standards of social and environmental responsibility.
The company also works with local communities and producers, including local food suppliers, and aims to help protect the natural environments around its parks.
It’s also the only holiday park company to hold Mumsnet Rated status, reflecting the feedback families shared during testing.
Discover Lovat Parks
If you’re after a family holiday with good locations, thoughtful places to stay and plenty of time outdoors, Lovat Parks is worth a look. Whether it’s a lodge stay, a dog-friendly break or a glamping trip, the parks are set up to make it easy to spend time outside and properly enjoy being together.
Find out more about Lovat Parks and start planning your next family break.