If you’re looking for a budget-friendly holiday near Manchester this summer, we’re sure to have the perfect break for you. With our top holiday parks across Lancashire, Wales, and Cumbria you’re sure to find something you like that’s just a short drive away! Check out our top 4 picks:
1. Haven Marton Mere
Location: Mythop Road, Blackpool, Lancashire
Best for: Blackpool town and South Beach
For the perfect holiday that combines the elements of fun, stunning nature, and great activities (that’s not too long of a drive from Manchester), this is the holiday park to choose! Blackpool proves west is best with so much to see and do, so your biggest problem will be where to start first!
Head in to see one of the most recognisable attractions in England, Blackpool tower, then check out the pleasure beach and Central pier to enjoy the bright lights and amusements; all just 10 minutes away from your holiday home. There’s also Blackpool zoo, aquarium, winter gardens, and even a Madame Tussauds. It’s no wonder that this is one of the most popular breaks we have. There really is fun for all the family here so don’t hesitate to get booking!
Nearby Stanley Park provides a great day out with its Italian gardens where you can take a rowing boat out onto the lake for the sailors among you.
If you’re feeling adventurous and are up for a field trip around Lancashire, you can visit Honister Slate Mine to see what the world looks like deep underground.
Facilities: The wealth of incredible activities both onsite and off make this family-friendly holiday park a perfect place to book a holiday home this summer. There’s an indoor heated swimming pool for you to enjoy and an outdoor Splash Zone, bungee jumping, archery and adventure golf. No matter the age, everyone in the family will have something to do. The accommodation on offer at this park is a range of graded caravans that are pet friendly so no need to find a dog sitter! If you’re looking for something low on price but high on adventure, this popular find is the best place for your caravan holidays this year.
2. Haven Presthaven
Location: Shore Road, Gronant, Prestatyn, Wales
Best for: Prestatyn beach and city of Chester
Looking for a coastal holiday? Want to travel to another country without the airport hassle? Easy! North Wales offers you the perfect holiday destination within easy reach of Manchester to make you feel like you’re in another world at this most stunning of holiday parks.
Spend a day building sandcastles, surfing, or wind sailing at Prestatyn Central beach. Another treasure in the area is Bodelwyddan castle with its historic house and woodland. They’ve got something for all the family as children can enjoy the adventure playground and Victorian games room.
For spectacular views and scenery head to the nearby Offa’s Dyke Path for a walk along the coast you’ll never forget.
If you’ve had enough of the beach and are up for a nice drive, make a bunny-hop into England and head to the nearby walled city of Chester. Built as a Roman fortress in 1 A.D the city is known for its Roman walls and amphitheatre. There’s great shopping to be found here in the Tudor-style arcades, too. This is a perfect day out for a complete change of scenery that’s only a 40-minute drive away from your holiday home.
If you aren’t coming from Manchester, why not visit? If you don’t mind driving, go further afield and discover one of the U.K’s most exciting cities with its shops, art galleries and great restaurants.
Facilities: These holiday parks don’t disappoint! You have access to not one but two indoor swimming pools as well as an outdoor heated swimming pool, not to mention water slides- family fun for everyone! The activities in this park give you something new to do every day. There’s Pic ‘N’ Paint pottery, bungee trampolines, adventure golf and archery. What’s not to like about that? The accommodation on offer here is a range of caravans as well as touring in nearby Presthaven pitch. These holiday parks are also animal friendly so no parting with your furrier family members. Don’t waste any time and book today!
3. Parkdean Resorts Ocean Edge
Location: Moneyclose Lane, Heysham, Lancashire
Best for: Heysham and Morecambe Bay
This Lancashire holiday gives you total ownership to create your coastal escape from Manchester. Your holiday home provides a great base to explore the nearby area. Have your first summer swim on the Half Moon Bay beach then afterward explore the charming seaside village of Heysham with its 17th-century cottages and flowers galore.
For the history buffs amongst you, drive to nearby attractions such as, Beatrix Potter’s house, Lancaster castle, and Medieval Samlesbury Hall which has ancient woodland and farm animals so all the family can enjoy!
There’s a plethora of walks and wildlife to enjoy in the Forest of Bowland, the Lakeland Wildlife Oasis, and the Greenlands Farm Village to really decamp from city life on your holidays.
Facilities: Last-minute booking is available this May with a great range of holiday homes and new accommodation on offer across caravans and lodges. Adults will be delighted to hear there is a heated indoor pool with a sauna within minutes of your holiday home, so you can fully unwind. Isn’t that what these breaks are all about? After a day out in the sea, relax with a delicious meal at the Boathouse Bar and Restaurant with a beer garden to make the most of those sunny afternoons. These holiday homes are also dog-friendly, so no need to part with your beloved pooch. For such great prices don’t hesitate to book now and decamp from Manchester to your summer holiday!
4. Parkdean Resorts Fallbarrow
Location: Rayrigg Road, Windermere, Cumbria
Best for Lake Windermere
Make the most of the magnificent lakes Britain has to offer and choose this for your summer break destination. In just under two hours from Manchester, you can be gazing at the water on one of the loveliest lake holiday parks in the UK.
With Windermere lake cruises, jetty museum, and outdoor adventure centre right on your doorstep, you won’t be short of exciting things to do every day!
For something a bit out of the ordinary, try the Mountain Goat Tours for breathtaking views and sights of outstanding natural beauty.
A trip to Windermere isn’t complete without a visit to the World of Beatrix Potter where you can meet the characters in 3D scenes from her books and introduce her to a whole new generation of readers.
Facilities: It’s not hard to see why Fallbarrow is one of the highest-rated holiday parks with its amazing location and top accommodation whether you’re hoping to book a luxury lodge or a caravan. There are also dog-friendly options available so you can bring your precious pets! There’s a boat launch and marina berth facilities for any boating enthusiasts, a children’s adventure playground, a cafe and a picnic area for lunchtime, and the Boathouse bar and restaurant for when you want to treat yourself to a nice meal after a day on the water. Pick the best spot in the beer garden to watch the sunset over the lake. But hurry, this park is popular this summer so you’d want to get booking quick! For similar parks in the Windermere area to suit a variety of budgets check out Parkdean Resorts White Cross Bay and Parkdean Resorts Todber Valley.
Even more fantastic breaks
Haven’t seen what you’re looking for yet? Maybe you want to go camping? Dreaming of lodges with hot tubs or parks with touring sites on the coast? We can make your holiday dreams a reality, just head over to our Breakfree Holidays website to search for your best break yet.