Alton Towers resorts is a theme park and resort complex in Staffordshire, England. Close to the village of Alton. The theme park is operated by Merlin Entertainments Group and combines theme park, water park, spa, mini golf and hotel complexes. It is a great tourist attraction for the entire family.
This busy theme park attracts many people throughout the year, so if you’re looking for a holiday that’s full of adventure and less crowded we’ve put together the best holiday parks to visit within driving distance of Alton Towers.
Top 3 Holiday Parks
In search of family friendly accommodation on a site that offers access to awesome facilities? Then look no further than our top three picks of holiday homes that will tickle your fancy and are certainly worth the high reviews.
All of our top three picks are within a two hour drive from Stafforshire’s own Alton Towers so you’re near the popular amusement park.
- Parkdean Resorts Oceans Edge – Lancashire
- Parkdean Resorts Regent Bay – Lancashire
- Haven Lakeland – Cumbria
Parkdean Resorts Oceans Edge
Location: Moneyclose Lane, Heysham, Lancashire, LA3 2XA
Great For: Historic scenic views
Miles from Alton Towers: 2 hours 9 minute drive (111miles)
Great For: Glamping in style with heart warming entertainment
Oceans Edge is a holiday park filled with exciting activities to entertain the entire family, it’s notorious for its superb family cabaret lounge which is within its own entertainment complex.
Facilities:
This holiday park has a family beer garden, cafe, heated indoor swimming pool and sauna. The accommodation for this resort are top of the range caravans which are highly reviewed. The area where the caravans are situated is very close to the sea, giving you the ambiance of a water front holiday. After a long day of adventure at Alton Towers you can come home to The Boathouse Bar & Restaurant with a beer garden which also does take away or wind down into your evening with the showbar. Daytime activities include tiered age grouped sessions Star tots for 4 years and under, Star landers for 5 – 10 year olds and Unleashed for 10 -15 year olds. Not to mention this site is also dog friendly so you can bring your pooch along!
Parkdean Resorts Regent Bay – Lancashire
Location: Westgate, Morecambe, Lancashire, LA3 3DF
Great For: Coastal Views
Miles from Alton Towers: 2 hours and 7 minute drive (108 miles)
A relaxing home away from home, this holiday park is a visit of a lifetime. Regent Bay holiday park site is located on the edge of Lancashire coastline and just a few minutes from the beach; an area idyllic for family friendly fun and activities and less than two miles from the village of
Facilities:
Morcombe packed with pubs and restaurants. But the site itself is filled with things to enjoy like Indoor heated swimming pool and Sauna. There is also an indoor and outdoor children’s play area, an all weather sports pitch to get that much needed exercise. You can also find a shop, arcade with non conventional games and laundrette on site. This countryside getaway is a must visit.
Haven Lakeland – Cumbria
Location: Moor Lane, Flookburgh, Cumbria, LA11 7LT
Miles from Alton Towers: 2 hours 36 min (133 miles)
Great For: Hikes, Canoeing and exploring the land
The most luxurious choice out of the three, Haven Lakeland lives on a flat plain surrounded by peaks, views of Morecambe Bay and glittering lakes.
Facilities:
There is so much to do and so much to see on site. Watersports and an activity lake with beach areas for picnics. For the leisure sport lovers there is a 9-hole golf course for some gentle exercise. To relax and unwind there is a heated indoor and outdoor pool. For those who want to venture out a little more Haven Lakeland which is in the North West of England where famous mountains and lakes live only 20 minutes drive away and along the way there is tranquil green parkland.
We’ve expertly picked the top three holiday parks near Alton Towers, so you don’t have to spend your time trolling through websites and reviews. All of our caravan homes are miles ahead of the competition and a great way to spend time with family on a vacation in England. As well as being within driving distance to the UK’s leading amusement park it’s also a great way to explore the countryside.