A leisure cycle is a great way to get the whole family out and exercising! It allows you to travel further whilst still getting to experience the local area. Why not take your family along the Camel Trail in Cornwall? Or Maybe go and hunt a Gruffolo in Delamere Forest, Cheshire, the possibilities are endless! Whether you are a family who loves biking together on relaxing forrest paths or a serious Wiggins type who prefers fast road cycling, there is no doubt that camping holidays give you the freedom to take your cycling hobby with you, wherever you decide to go in the UK.  Plenty of great campsites are near cycling paths and some may also offer bicycle hire too, showing you the best routes to take for a great day out cycling.  

Cycling

Kayaking and canoeing is a great way to get close to nature and experience lochs, lakes, rivers and canals in the UK. An easy way to start experiencing boat sports and go on an adventure. Kayaking and Canoeing are slightly different! When Kayaking you will be seated with your legs extended and you will use a double ended paddle. When you canoe, you can be seated or kneeling and often use a single paddle.

Canoeing and Kayaking

Climbing is a great way to test your strength, balance and agility. As both an indoor and outdoor sport it can be done whatever the weather! You can try out bouldering, climbing and traversing lower walls (around 3 meters) without the assistance of rope. Bouldering basics can be mastered in a few hours and climbing centers will have graded routes allowing you to start out on the easier paths and work your way up. Rock climbing or high ropes is climbing vertically with the assistance of ropes and using safety harnesses, the walls are around 15 meters tall. You will need a good nerve for heights for this activity! Again, beginner sessions are available as are graded routes.

Climbing

Learn to paint or refine your skills... Painting is a completely inclusive activity for the whole family!  Head to a pottery painting class with your friends and take away a keepsake from your holiday! Or let the kids express their creative side with some hand painting!  Maybe you're already proficient and want to polish your brush technique. Whatever the weather, there is something for everyone to enjoy. 

Painting workshops

Pottery is an ancient craft and great fun! Sometimes a little messy, anyone can have a go at either hand building a pot, or getting to grips with a throwing wheel. You can create something beautiful and uniquely yours in no time at all. Families can enjoy together and kids as young as 2 can play with clay, or have a go at painting a pre-made pot. It’s the perfect wet weather or winter activity.

Pottery

Spend the day creating your very own handcrafted pot, vase, or bowl. Or if you have less time on your hands why not try painting a premade version?  A relaxing, indoor family activity. Perfect for creatives and on a rainy day visit one of the many ceramic cafes for coffee, tea, cakes, and of course, crafting!   

Pottery Centres and Ceramic Cafes

Enjoy a day on the beach with all the family! The UK boasts some incredible coastlines, from the well-loved Cornwall coast to the secret sandy spots in Scotland. There is something for everyone!  Perfect for long walks, sandcastle making or laying back for some well deserved relaxation. 

Beaches

Ideal for expert, casual or budding fisherman alike, there is something for everyone and a great deal of choice. From expert fly fishing in Scotland, general coarse fishing, specialist carp fishing lodges and lakes on the Cotswold Water Park and Devon and Cornwall to excellent pike & river fishing holidays on the Norfolk Broads. We want to get you and the kids out on Britain’s rivers, lochs and sea to land your own catch of the day. Don't think twice, book today! 

Fishing

If you are exploring the south coast, don't miss out on a trip to the charming market town of Bridport.  The wide main streets are home to more than a thousand listed buildings, many of which were built for the rope making industry when the town was the biggest producer of ropes and nets in the world. Bucky Doo square is the heart of the town and home to the renowned Saturday market and many live music acts and other performances.  Markets traders from all over the local area come here to sell their unique handmade goods and food and drink.  A mile and a half south is the stunning coastal fishing village of West Bay, which has recently gained notoriety as it was the location for ITV's Broadchurch.  It has two beaches; East beach, which is a shingle beach backed by vast, vertical sandstone cliffs, and West beach; a smaller, quieter beach and popular with young families as it is very safe and shallow for paddling.   There is plenty to do here if you don't want to relax on the beach.  Hire a rowing boat to take yourself up the River Brit or head out on a fishing trip from the harbour.  Older children will enjoy crab fishing at the marina.  Add in an ice cream and fish and chips and you have everything you need for a perfect British day out!

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The wonderful coastal county of Dorset is full of beautiful scenery and exciting activities for your next holiday. Visit the amazing Jurassic Coast, 95 miles of Dorset coastline, England's first natural Unesco World Heritage site, to hunt for prehistoric remains.  If you are more of a foodie, Dorset may be the place for you! Home of many celebrity chefs (Including Hugh Fernley-Whittingstall's River Cottage HQ) due to the abundance of delicious local ingredients.  With miles of wonderful beaches, Dorset is a great place to try out surfing or other watersports.  

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It is one of the nine regions of England with a total population of just over 5.28 million.

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England is a totally unique travel destination, well known for its history, natural beauty, vast range of attractions and beautiful countryside landscapes and coastlines. 

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