10 best family holiday parks in Devon by the sea
I don’t know about you, but my best family holidays have always been by the sea. Even better are breaks that include budget-friendly accommodation, live entertainment and plenty to keep the kids busy. If you feel the same and are looking for a getaway in the South West, you’re going to want the scoop on the best holiday parks in Devon by the sea.
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Family holidays by the sea in Devon
Reality check: there’s actually more than 30 Devon holiday parks that fit the seaside category. But let’s not complicate things. Here’s the most family-friendly based on location, facilities and activities, in no particular order:
- Devon Cliffs in Exmouth, East Devon
- Ladram Bay near Budleigh Salterton, East Devon
- Beachside Holiday Park in Westward Ho!, North Devon
- Woolacombe Bay Holiday Park, North Devon
- Hoburne Devon Bay in Paignton, South Devon
- Challaborough Bay in Bigbury, South Devon
- Woolacombe Sands in North Devon
- Golden Sands in Dawlish Warren, South Devon
- Brixham Holiday Park, South Devon
- Cofton Holidays in Dawlish, South Devon
Quick comparison: Devon’s 10 seaside holiday parks
Hold on to your bucket and spade! Here’s a compact comparison to narrow down the best holiday park in Devon for you.
Devon Cliffs in Exmouth
What’s so great about it? It’s your best bet for waterpark action and mixed age families with something going on for everyone.
You’ve also got: direct access to a sandy beach; a pool and waterpark; sports; children’s clubs; it’s dog friendly; and close to some great family attractions.
Find prices and availability at Devon Cliffs.
Ladram Bay Holiday Park near Budleigh Salterton
What’s so great about it? Ladram is the only Devon holiday park to have its own private beach. It’s got a combo of sand and rockpools, and overlooks the iconic red stacks of the Jurassic Coastline.
It also offers guests: a heated indoor pool; large adventure playgrounds and indoor play areas; water sports from the beach; it’s dog-friendly; and the attractions of Sidmouth aren’t far away.
Check prices for Ladram Bay Holiday Park.
Beachside Holiday Park in Westward Ho!
What’s so great about it? You can’t get much more seafront than Beachside. Holiday homes here have amazing views and direct access to the sea making family beach days super easy with little ones.
You can also find: an indoor pool; arcade; dog-friendly accommodation; and all the seaside fun of Westward Ho! and the attractions in Bideford and Hartland.
Find out prices and availability at Beachside Holiday Park.
Woolacombe Bay Holiday Park
What’s so great about it? Woolacombe is one of the best places for surfing in Devon, so if that’s on your family’s holiday bucket list this is the holiday park for you.
It’s also popular for: the short walk or shuttle to the main beach; pool; kids’ activities; dog-friendly accommodation; and its proximity to the best things to do in Woolacombe and wider North Devon.
Check prices for Woolacombe Bay Holiday Park.
Hoburne Devon Bay in Paignton
What’s so great about it? This coastal holiday park is just a short walk from Goodrington Sands – a family-friendly beach with amusements and the Splashdown waterpark. There’s also a stretch of beach that is dog-friendly all year round.
More great features for families: heated indoor and outdoor pools with flume; live entertainment; dog-friendly accommodation, plenty to in and around Paignton in South Devon.
Check availability and prices for Hoburne Devon Bay.
Challaborough Bay in Bigbury
What’s so great about it? Challaborough Bay is in a seafront location where you can enjoy beach days, surfing and the delights of the South Hams.
It’s also popular for its: indoor pool; play area; restaurant; all-inclusive dining packages; live entertainment; dog-friendly accommodation; and prime location in the South Hams but also close to Plymouth.
Check prices for holidays at Challaborough Bay.
Woolacombe Sands
What’s so great about it? Stay at this holiday park and you’re a short stroll from the beautiful beach making it easy for a family walk, beach day or learning to surf.
What else do people love: there’s a variety of accommodation including dog-friendly holiday homes, and camping and caravan pitches; kids club; indoor and outdoor pools; arcade and play parks; and you’re close best things to do in Woolacombe and wider North Devon.
Check prices and availability for Woolacombe Sands.
Golden Sands in Dawlish Warren
What’s so great about it? Dawlish Warren’s Blue Flag beach with its dunes, nature reserve and seaside entertainment is right on your doorstep.
You’ve also got: heated indoor and outdoor pools; live entertainment; family activities; restaurant and bar; dog-friendly accommodation; and plenty to do in and around Dawlish.
Find out more and check availability at Golden Sands.
Brixham Holiday Park
What’s so great about it? Brixham is a great location for a family holiday in Devon with so much to do in the area as well as hanging out at local beaches. Book early for the town’s annual Pirate Festival. This holiday park offers the best of coast and countryside, with boat and fishing trips on your doorstep.
What else: its a short drive to beaches and the harbour; indoor pool; kids’ club; dog-friendly accommodation; and loads of things to do in and around the town of Brixham.
Check prices and find out more about Brixham Holiday Park.
Cofton Holidays in Dawlish
What’s so great about it? Family holidays at Cofton can be as relaxed or energetic as you want with the beach and amusements close by and plenty going on at the holiday park to keep kids entertained.
More great features for families: indoor and outdoor pools; family entertainment; restaurant; spa, bike hire and activities; seasonal events; camping and caravan pitches as well as dog-friendly accommodation; loads to do in Dawlish and the surrounding area with Exeter not far away.
Find out more about holidays at Cofton.
The finer details: which of these Devon holiday parks are truly beachfront?
While all the holiday parks listed above put you in a great position to enjoy a seaside holiday, here’s the ones which require no extra car journeys or paying for parking to set you up for a beach day:
- Ladram Bay Holiday Park: it has its own private pebble and rock pool beach. Just be aware that there is a slope down to the beach which isn’t ideal for pushchairs or wheelchairs
- Beachside Holiday Park: this park is right on the seafront with gently sloping access to the Blue Flag sandy bay.
- Devon Cliffs: stay here and you are perched on cliffs with a fair number of steps down to Sandy Bay.
- Challaborough Bay Holiday Park: it’s right on the beach with easy access in parts but sections have steps and rockier stretches at high tide.
More self-catering holidays in Devon
Still trying to decide what kind of self-catering holiday is right for you? Here’s some more posts to check out:
- More coastal holiday parks
- Glamping holidays in Devon
- Camping in Devon
- Self-catering cottages and resorts
